EFB Book 5: Chapter 94
Book 5: Chapter 94
Book 5: Chapter 94
Keith stared over the side of the boat, his elbows resting on the boats railing. The Edward familys island had been long left behind, and the direction the boat was heading had also been changed in case they were being pursued. No tracking magic had been placed on any of the Dragon Slayers, and Vinia, the woman who had silenced Keith, had purified the boat. If there was tracking magic casted on it, then it was gone now.
What are you thinking about? a feminine voice asked, causing Keith to turn his head. Danielle appeared by his side, propping her elbows up on the railing as well. She stared at the sea, but there wasnt much to see: just waves, waves, and even more waves.
Keith shook his head. Im not thinking of much, he said. Im just thinking about how abysmal our future looks. Can we even escape? Surely, a dragon can fly faster than we can sail, no? And even if we do manage to get away, well never be able to return to our families back in Zuer since the dragon were escaping from is the king. He can declare us as criminals, and whatll we do then? He sighed and stared at the water. Was escaping the right choice? It wasnt like the king was going to kill us. If he wanted to, he couldve gotten rid of us any time last week.
Danielle shook her head. You shouldnt think about negative thoughts, she said. Youre Keith, the obnoxious moron who opens his mouth when he shouldnt. If youre this pessimistic, how do you think the rest of us will feel?Fôllôw new stories at novelhall.com
Keith stared at Danielle. Am I not allowed to show negativity? Im human too!
Thats right, Danielle said. Youre a horrible fighter, and the only reason we keep you around is because of your positivity. If you cant be positive, what good are you?
Keiths expression darkened, and he spat into the water. Contrary to his expectation, his spit did not land in the water. Instead, it landed on a black and red blur that came out of nowhere. Keiths brow furrowed, and he tugged on Danielles sleeve. Did you see that?
See what? Danielle asked.
My spit hit something, Keith said and leaned over the railing, squinting into the water. However, no matter how hard he looked, the black and red blur had vanished. There were only waves and foam below.
Youre seeing things, Danielle said and shook her head. If not, you probably hit a fish that came out of the water. What a poor fish.
Keith snorted. Why would I lie?
Mary hummed. Then, her arm flashed. Her fist struck Keiths nose, causing him to pull his head back and cry out. Weak, Mary said and shook her head. You couldnt even block my attack; you expect me to believe you killed a dragon?
Whats your problem? Keith asked, his voice nasally because he was holding his nose. He glared at Mary with a layer of tears covering his eyes. You can hit a man, but you should avoid hitting his face!
Danielle cleared her throat. We really did kill dragons, but we did it as a group. Keiths strength is nothing to write home about, but hes a brilliant planner.
Oh, Mary said and nodded her head. Are you strong then?
Im one of the strongerow! Danielle recoiled and clutched her nose.
Mary retracted her fist, staring at Danielle with obvious doubt in her eyes.
Try that again! Danielle said, glaring at Mary with reddened eyes. A blur appeared in Danielles vision, andOw!
Mary tilted her head. Well, whether or not youre fake or real Dragon Slayers, time will tell.
What do you mean by that? Keith asked and glanced at Danielle with a dazed expression. It was understandable he couldnt block Marys attack, but for Danielle to get toyed around with like this as well? How strong was this Mary Scathir?
Oh, youll see, Mary said and smiled.