A Very Big Problem

"Don't move, madam," Nicholas said coldly to Calshan, who was in front of him. "I'm quite anxious and am quite afraid that you would whip out some special Alchemy Ball. So I am prepared to slit your throat open at any time."

He tapped the back of his blade with his index finger.

The Red Witch's shoulders sunk upon hearing this. She went quiet.

Thales stared at Nicholas, shocked by his sudden appearance, and then at the other White Blade Guards.

"Nicholas?" He stared in puzzlement at the Star Killer who held the Red Witch at knifepoint. "Why are you—"

However, Thales didn't get to continue as Tolja tightened his grip on Thales' shoulder. Thales hissed in pain.

When he saw this, Wya became so angry that he gripped his sword tightly.