The Moonlight Swordsman



As Aizel entered his inn room, he noticed Daisy and Vespara chatting amiably while the children were playing and having fun around them.

He was torn and unsure as to whether or not he should help Isabella.

His thoughts were all over the place as he tried to decide whether or not to entangle himself in the nobles' business.

He felt he should help, but he also needed to keep his distance. It was a difficult choice, and he was having trouble making it.

"Did something happen?" Daisy said.

"How is it every time you know what is going on with me? Can you also read minds or what?"

"I can't see, but I am sure you are in turmoil now."

"What happened, pretty boy?"

Aizel pulled out a chair and settled down beside Daisy and Vespara.

"The thing is, there is a mage, Isabella Redmount. She told me to help her with a mission. It's about helping her rescue her little sister and some kids from Darkholm. And by doing this, we will be going against the Kingsley family."

"Oh, I see… So when are you departing?" Vespara asked.

"I am not helping her yet; I don't want to trouble myself with the nobles."

"You should do what your heart says, Aizel," Daisy said.

Aizel's gaze met hers, and they held eye contact for a moment.

"Are you looking at me now, or sensing something from me?"

"Both," she replied.

"Why are you thinking so much? You both are just going to rescue them and help them escape, right? It's not like you have to fight everyone there," Vespara said.

"I know, but the real thing is that I don't want to help anyone."

"What do you mean?"

"I don't want to help anyone, especially the nobles. No matter what it is. I can't trust a single one of them."

"Fair enough, then," Vespara replied.

"Is that what you want Aizel or because your memory is returning, your decision is also affected by it?" Daisy said.

"I don't know; I can't understand anything."

"Then why don't you go with her there and see for yourself and decide what to do?"

"Um, that's doable, I think."

A small smile played at the corners of Daisy's lips upon hearing Aizel's response, while Vespara shook her head slightly in response.

"Then why don't you also join him Daisy, in this mission?"

"No, don't involve her in this matter hag."

"But it will be a good practice...

"No, she should avoid getting into trouble with nobles. And I want her to stay away from them."

"Then in the meantime, I will take her to the lake,"

"What lake?" Daisy asked.

"Oh, it's a surprise for you, darling. Pretty boy, you can join us if you want," Vespara said while winking towards him.

Aizel's gaze briefly flickered towards Daisy before he shook his head as if to dismiss the thought.

"When I meet Alora next time, I will make sure to tell her that you eagerly wanted to meet her,"

A wicked grin slowly spread across Aizel's face, causing Vespara to shiver slightly.

"Let's not waste any time, Daisy; let's go right now." She immediately stood up and took Daisy's hand, intending to leave the room.

"Wait a minute, who is Alora, and where are we going?"

"Let's go,"

"Hehehe....." Aizel chuckled as Vespara quickly took hold of Daisy's hand and led her out of the room.

Meanwhile,

Vespara and Daisy made their way to the horse rental station, their eyes were set on Fangspire Mountain. After renting a horse, they mounted it and set off, leaving the city behind.

"Who is Alora?" Daisy asked.

"You should ignore that for now, you are too weak to know her."

"Oh okay. Then what is this lake you mentioned?"

"It will help your core grow to the next grade."

"WHAT! How is that possible? I am sure I still have a long way to go to reach Grade II."

"Darling, you are only a grade I mage, and your core has started to grow now after training, battling, and using more magic. Sometimes there are wonders in this world that can bypass the things that seem difficult."

"You can consider this lake the same,"

"Can the lake improve your core as well?"

"No, it will suck the whole lake dry without giving me any benefit."

As Vespara and Daisy made their way towards the Fangspire mountain, the landscape began to transform before their eyes.

They traveled for several hours before arriving at their destination, only to find everything in ruins.

The aftermath of the battle had left numerous mountains and terrains in ruins, with only one mountain still standing tall.

"So, this is where Aizel fought; it seems that serpent was really big."

"Yes,"

"So where is the lake?"

"At the peak of that mountain inside the cave,"

"So, we have to climb all the way to the top now,"

"No,"

Vespara grabbed Daisy and pulled her close to her; their breasts touched and squished in the closeness.

"W-What are you doing suddenly?"

"Close your eyes, Daisy."

Shortly after closing her eyes, Daisy felt a brisk breeze pass by her. She was still in Vespara's arms when she realized they had reached the cave. The cloud of black smoke that had surrounded them was beginning to dissipate.

"I have never tried a woman before; what do you say, Daisy? Should we try? We even have a lake as the perfect setting."

Daisy skillfully slipped out of Vespara's embrace and began to extend her senses, searching for any signs of danger or potential threats.

"Do you want Aizel with us in the lake?"

"Let's head inside Vespara,"

"hehe..."

As they entered the cave, darkness engulfed them, and the sound of their footsteps echoed around. Aizel had already informed Vespara about the lake's location deep inside, so they walked for what felt like hours until they finally reached their destination.

At its center, the cave revealed a massive underground lake, whose water glistened in the faint light that seeped in through the cave's openings.