Tengen was intrigued with how the incarnated being was demonstrating his idea and proposal with controlling Ethereal. The suggestion to have beings like them wreck havoc upon other realms with Ethereal to conquer those fallen kingdoms, it was something that Tengen had desired ever since he wanted world peace through total control and domination.
"It's a nice offer considering how much you have helped us to locate some of the relics that belonged to the 'Fallen'." Tengen said before continuing, "Either way. It's all because of you that we were able to create things like those dampening seals and drugs to restrict an awakener's prowess and use of spiritual energy."
Ryukyu chuckled, dismissing his gratitude then responding back in a humbling manner. "It's my pleasure to help the future leader of Ethereal and Kamigami Academy." Tengen laughed softly at the latter's statement.
"You flatter me too much. Anyways, we do need some help right now." Tengen said as he wanted to address the situation with Eunji not being assaulted by the behemoth of a human.
"Oh? Let's go ahead and address it so that we can continue further with our plans." Ryukyu answered as the latter stretched out upon standing up from his seat.
The white haired male nodded his head before heading to the chamber, the two walking slowly and taking their time since they both wanted to continue talking with both present and past of the era.
"I see. Is that why he has earned the title 'Fallen'?" Tengen uttered while Ryukyu nodded his head, "Yep. That fxcker used to be a professional sorcerer from what I know until becoming a rogue then committing mass genocide in the western part of world while also ruling the entirety through Asia although the latter would always be seen in Ethereal and Hong Kong mostly."
Tengen took note of Ryukyu's statement since most of Ethereal's history were either fabricated or lost whenever he tried to search for the timeline to which the authorities still didn't want him to know despite trusting each other in dirty schemes.
"How about their real name? Any knowledge of it?" The white haired male asked, curious if the ancient being that Ethereal nor the entire world had refused to share any details aside from the tragedy and calamity of its nature.
"That will come later when executing the plan. After all, you do trust me right?" Ryukyu chuckled as Tengen did the same, knowing to place his bet into the incarnated being as they were close to arriving at Eunji's cell.
Tengen was excited that something problematic like this one was gonna be fixed with the help of Ryukyu but still wondered if they were gonna keep their promise which was the reason he imposed a contract before planning and executing everything.
From the beginning when suggesting a marriage proposal between Eunji and Neon to creating dampening seals and sealing an awakener's prowess through various chemicals and techniques. It was something that Tengen had never expected to go with smoothly despite the rocky path that's laid down for him especially when he couldn't get his hands on Eunji earlier in her fifth year then Rei along with Sylvie not joining his internship offer.
"Anyways, here we are." Tengen said as they approached Eunji's cell, the same sight from how it was hours ago.
"Nagasaki-sama." One of the servants bowed before continuing, "We have done everything that we could. Even producing the pheromones for increasing one's libido. The behemoth is resisting but the sorceress is unaffected for some reason."
Tengen raised an eyebrow before asking them, "Really? Is she resisting the dampening seals?"
The servants shook their heads which confused him a lot as he went forward to open the door to her cell. The atmosphere in the cell became heavier than what Tengen had felt from before, already feeling the presence of death themselves about to harvest his soul.
"Ryukyu. Any suggestion-" Tengen didn't finish his suggestion as he saw the expression on the incarnated being's face. The expression of fear and total disbelief. "T-This scent… And that face…" Ryukyu uttered in fear before taking a quick glance at Eunji who was confused at the situation, especially with the new face that she was seeing now.
"Hah… That's funny… Do you recognise me?" Ryukyu asked, which confused both Tengen and Eunji as the sorceress still decided to spat back.
"You? Who the hxll are you? Never in my life have seen a fxcked up face worse than an abomination itself." Her statement and body language made Ryukyu sighed in relief while chuckling to themselves loudly.
"Nevermind. For a second, I thought we were fucked." Ryukyu exclaimed as Tengen raised an eyebrow. "She looked so familiar that I used to see a lot back in the days." He added that it made sense to the white haired male especially if someone like Ryukyu or the 'Fallen' still existed to this era by whatever means is necessary.
"Anyways, I think I found the reason why your guy wouldn't dare to touch her." He continued as he smirked, "She's marked by the 'Fallen'."
Tengen was shocked before asking him what he meant by it. "You know how some animals take a piss at a random place or then cuddle up to you with their fur? That's how she's marked. Probably had the fxcker mate with her." Ryukyu said, which made the white haired male sigh.
"I see… So, that means we can't touch her for now right?" Tengen asked to which Ryukyu nodded their head although they didn't seem bothered before suggesting some options for their plans.
"Have a transformation awakener and shift them into her. It will be a vital part of the plan. I'll handle the rest of the plan while you can handle the media and public service." Ryukyu said as Tengen agreed as he commanded his servants to find one of their transformation awakeners to do the bidding.
"Let's discuss the new plan that we need to adjust since I got a better idea with this sorceress around. You will like it for sure." Ryukyu said to Tengen as the latter had escorted them out of the chambers, letting Eunji to be restless as she still wondered why they needed her.
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"So, that's what you want? Nothing else?" The headmaster asked, dumbfounded to the things that Keith had listed out. After all, he was expecting something to be devious or cunning but not something like this that could shake the entire world for the truth.
"Yes. All I want is for those who I care to be safe. That's it… Even if I'm confused by the memories that I have for now. I'll continue to do what's right once I get a hold of the sixth relic. My sixth tail should be enough to push me and to confirm if those memories that I'm seeing are real and true." Keith said as the two locked eyes before Sho sighed.
"Alright then. If she's truly safe cause of the mark that you supposedly left with her. Then I'll trust you. However, I'll do everything in my power to get rid of you if she isn't." Sho said as Keith nodded his head before boldy suggesting something that caught him off guard.
"I impose this contract. For Sho Nagasaki and I to create a temporary pact. If I lie, then I sacrifice half of my soul. If I tell the truth, I shall honour the promise that we held against each other."
Sho stares for a long moment before finally allowing himself to trust Keith for now. Even if he was supposed to be Ethereal's or the world's calamity that could turn everything upside down, Sho could still feel the heavy responsibility that weighed down onto the ancient being.
After all, an eye doesn't lie when faced with things that are difficult to deal with. Especially to those who had witnessed such great tragedies. "I'll head off first now. Headmaster Sho. I promise that I'll take care of her if we rescue her immediately. Mark my words." Keith said before leaving the office via teleportation with a swirl of golden yellow flames.
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Rei was helping Rinka to recover, the latter was exhausted after having a mental breakdown by training excessively in the gym of the academy while Sylvie and Keitaro were helping pack up their belongings along with Jinwoo and Jinah to join them before Keith's voice called them out.
"Brat." Keith called out before all of them were now paying attention to him, especially with Ha-Eun who had just finished talking with the receptionist who had just left moments ago.
"Since everyone is here. Might as well inform y'all that we'll be conducting a search and destroy rescue soon. So, train well but don't push yourself too much. I'll discuss the plan tomorrow. For now. Just rest." Keith said before disappearing as the mouth on Rei's cheeks returned back to normal.
The atmosphere in the room became heavy yet positive since they had received great news. Maybe they could have the chance to bring Eunji back but all they could think of now was to follow the order from the ancient being.
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