P.S= #17: The Man Named Elliott AoiHi

[Returning to the past at the Elders HQ - The Cathedral of Judgment, also known as Veridominium Cathedral]

The resonating echoes of footsteps marked the arrival of a striking figure at the Elders HQ. TEP! TEP! TEP! Celeste Silva, the 12th Elder, graced the scene. Her presence commanded attention—a tall, alluring woman with fair light brown skin, silvers blue hair cascading down her back, and captivating sky-blue eyes. Adorned in a white open jacket with gold trims, a white shirt, a blue pleated skirt, black stockings, and zori, she wore a white haori displaying the Slayer System crest with her rank above it. The infinity symbol adorned her right hand.

"Look who's finally here," remarked Goujirou.

"Welcome back, Celeste," Ichika greeted, acknowledging her return.

"Glad to be back, Mr. Ichika," replied Celeste, taking a seat beside Rebecca.

Returning to the agenda, Kohaku directed the conversation. "So, back to the matter at hand."

"Coryeil Silva has defeated the Ayakashi that attacked the Earth Kingdom. Not only that, he has gained a new teammate, Naima Summer, an IGS with a net worth of ₩☆1,000,000."

Haruki, visibly proud, chuckled, "Jiiikhahahah, that's my little brother for you."

Intrigued, Celeste shared valuable information. "I have some news you'll love to hear."

Rebecca inquired, "Which is?"

"Their crew is named The Phoenix Slayers, and, interestingly, the third daughter of Asahi Kimzoku is among them," revealed Celeste.

"The Phoenix Slayers? What does that mean?" Endri questioned.

Celeste, admitting uncertainty, turned her attention. "By the way, where's the 8th Elder Misaki?"

"Currently on a mission," replied Haruki.

"Ah, I see. Okay then," Celeste acknowledged, before a sudden realization sparked curiosity. "Wait a minute, did you just say the third daughter of Asahi Kimzoku?" queried Ichika.

Celeste's revelation about the involvement of Asahi Kimzoku's third daughter left the room in a momentary hush, as the Elders processed this unexpected twist in the unfolding saga.

"So, what should be our approach, given this new information?" Kohaku pondered, breaking the silence.

Ichika, ever pragmatic, spoke up, "We need to be cautious. Asahi Kimzoku is not to be underestimated, and the fact that his daughter is part of The Phoenix Slayers adds a layer of complexity to our dealings with them."1

"True," agreed Celeste. "We need a strategic plan. Coryeil's success against the Ayakashi proves he's a formidable force, and with a crew like The Phoenix Slayers, they won't be an easy adversary."

Haruki, leaning back, crossed his arms, "We can't let them disrupt our plans."

Kohaku, his demeanor contemplative, posed a crucial question, "So, what should be the bounty for them?"

Ichika, responding with the weight of recent achievements in mind, asserted, "Considering they defeated an A-Class Ayakashi, I believe Cory deserves a net worth of 1,5 million more."

"So Coryeil Silva stands at 6,881,500 Million, holding the rank of Black," said Celeste.

Goujirou starts to bite his lips damn damn why should such a brat have a high net worth. he thinks to himself.

"I think we should increase the others net worth as well" said Rebecca

"I agree" said Haruki.

[Now]

The room echoed with a tense atmosphere as the discussion about the AoiHi unfolded. Naima's sharp gaze focused on Cory, awaiting a plan to tackle the impending threat.

"Don't worry, I got a plan," assured Cory, exuding an air of confidence that momentarily eased the tension.

"Which is?" inquired Naima with a mix of curiosity and skepticism.

Cory leaned forward, his eyes glinting with determination. "Let's go kick their asses. I will take Yamato into the world with me, and that's a promise. Meanwhile, please, Yamato, build me a ship."

Yamato nodded solemnly, acknowledging his role in this unfolding saga. "Will do, Captain."

"Thanks. Naima and Ava, we'll head to the hideout and put a stop to them. Kiyomizu, stay here with them and offer your assistance. Let's go, you guys," commanded Cory, his words punctuating the gravity of their mission.

The group acknowledged his orders, each member bearing a sense of purpose. However, a subtle air of uncertainty lingered among them.

"Hmm," Naima mused, contemplating the intricacies of their impending actions.

"What's up, Naima?" questioned Cory, sensing the unspoken thoughts.

"Aren't you forgetting something, Cory?" Naima probed, her gaze unwavering.

"Which is?" Cory responded, his brows furrowed as he retraced his mental steps.

"Where is their hideout?" Naima reminded him of the critical missing piece.

"Oh, yeah," Cory admitted, briefly caught off guard.

A plan formed in his mind, setting the stage for the group's next moves. "They are in the..."

As the details of their plan unfolded, Kiyomizu listened intently, absorbing every word. "So, what are you going to make?" she asked Yamato, seeking clarification.

"To be honest, I have a blueprint of a ship that I drew three years ago," Yamato confessed, revealing a hidden facet of his past.

"You don't mean..." Aio began, sensing the weight of Yamato's revelation.

"Yes, Grandpa, I do," Yamato affirmed, his eyes reflecting a mix of determination and nostalgia.

With the plan set, Ava transformed into her majestic tiger form. "So, this is your tiger form," observed Naima, a hint of admiration in her voice. The group mounted Ava, ready to embark on their journey.

"Full speed ahead," Cory declared, setting the tone for the impending mission.

"Right," responded Ava, the rhythmic tapping of her paws marking their departure.

Cory recalled information shared by the reliable Old Man Minto, guiding their path toward the AoiHi hideout. The urgency of their mission manifested in the swift movements of the group.