Flinch and Die !

The Demi-Human Man Jumped in The Sky , Ready To Cut Down Arestia's Neck With No Hesitation , As she could only stare as the Moon Light Flashed upon him , showing The Curved dagger he was Holding in his grip while grinding his teeth .

'' Die , You Witch !!'' He Stated Smiting her down with no hesitation , suddenly he could hear variys voice shouting '' Thunder Bolt !! '' followed by a long range shred of thunder striking him and sending him away from her .

Arestia turned back in shock and saw variys coming from the woods , he followed her back all the way here and he is now standing between here and the Bunny Man With the dagger in his hand , and the lighting shreds still going through his body .

'' Variys san , What are you doing here '' she asked

'' what does is look like I'm doing , I leave you off my sight for a brief moment and the next thing you go wondering in the middle of the night ''

'' I wasn't I just needed to check something , but how did you find me ,''

'' I Thought about what happened earlier , you sealed startled when you saw the i

Kid bringing the water from the well , and since I said that people are all sharing the same symptoms , you must had the idea that the water in this lake which most of them drink fro is the main reason , am I right ? ''

'' …. That's correct '' Arestia uttered

'' well then , now that we got that out of the way , how about you introduce me to our friend here who just tried to kill you ''

'' my friend !! are you stupid , I never seen him in my life ''

'' yeah I thought so , so who the hell are you , and why are you attacking her , are you an assassin '' Variys addressed the Demi-Human

'' I Don't have to answer any of your questions , move out of my way , or else I will kill you too alongside that witch ''

'' witch , what did you do to make him so angry '' variys said to Arestia and she replied confused

'' I haven't done anything to him , perhaps he mistake me for someone else ''

'' it doesn't seem like it , he is more fixated on killing you , I can feel his instinct , maybe he is one of the spies that the king mentioned who will try to kill you ''

'' who sent you here , was it someone from the palace who gave you the information ''

'' what are you talking about , I said move out my way , Demon '' he shouted as he charged at variys once again

'' not the talkative type I see , very well '' variys said as he pulled of a brand new dagger and charged back towards him , with both of them running as fast as they can to the middle of What Will Soon be their battle ground , Arestia could only gasp at their speed .

Variys Dagger Clashed against The Young Man's as they both started swinging and heaving their Sharp Weapons around , both of them Blocking the other's strike , their blades quivered from the strength of their assault . Yet it seems that either one of them was planning on stepping back , with the tension simultaneously raising with each hit , Variys started noticing the Fast Movement of The Young Fighter , He Constantly was able to turn around variys and get on top , trying to strike him from each point of his body . he even went out and start using his Powerful Fast Passed Kicks , Leaving Variys confusion , whether this guy will Use His Dagger or His Feet Again , the battle started to stretch longer than it variys expected , and he realized that just physical strength won't win him this fight as his opponent is clearly well trained in such combat ways , after all he is constantly finding a new opening spot .

'' Not Bad , Not Bad at All Demon '' said the assassin as a wicked smirk drawn on his face

'' so now you feel like talking huh , Well Then How about you talk your way out of this , Infigar !! '' Variys Chanted Blasting His Opponent with a powerful explosion , but the other wasn't going to be taken down this easily as he hurriedly used Variys as a stepping ground and avoided his attack using some incredible acrobatic movement and creating distant once again .

Back at The House , Naomi Suddenly Woke up after Hearing the rumbles of The Explosion . only to find out that variys is in nowhere to be found , neither is Arestia

'' Huh , What Happen , '' Celestine uttered as she also woken up

'' where is variys sama '' she asked

Back at the fight Variys took a step back , still protecting Arestia From The Unknown attacker

'' variys san , are you okay . '''

'' yeah , he can't take me with that kind of hits . '' he stated Proudly

' but still , thigh guy is no ordinary fighter , his Movements are Perfectly Balanced , Not To Mention His Kicks are Fast , and his using his acceleration to power up his hit , I heard about how some Bunny-Tribe People are Extremely Fast, But this is one a whole other Level , He Could Easily Take Down a High Grade Hunter , I Have To Do Something about him …. ' Variys thought to himself Until …

'' What's You Name , Demon ''

'' Huh , I thought you didn't do names ''

'' I don't , not unlease the warrior that I'm fighting is worthy of my recognition , you showed a great fighting spirit , it's too bad you will have to day for standing next to that woman , but sill it's tradition for the bunny – tribe to ask for their Powerful adversaries name before killing them , so what's your Name ''

'' huh , Tradition you say , you haven't even giving me a reason why you are trying to kill her , but still , I want to end this fight as soon as possible , so let's get it over with , In Case you are eager to know , You Are Fighting The Famous Demon Lord Variys ! and I will not lose to a Weak opponent as yourself ''

'' Demon Lord Variys , I never Heard of you '' just as the Young Man Stated that , variys clenched his teeth , this specific comment seem to always be bothering him , after all , although he managed to achieve great deeds , he never was able to get up the ranks and make his dream come true of becoming the Most Powerful Known Demon Lord .

'' Still , Tradition are to be Respected , Demon Lord Variys , My Name is Balemein , Balemein Rommz , A Respected Warrior Within The Bunny – Tribe and a Hunter From The Akmen Guild . ''

' Akmen Guild Hunter , so he is not an assassin , then why is he trying to kill Arestia ' Variys Thought to himself confused by his statement but he wouldn't have much time to think because just soon after Balemein Took a Different Fighting Stance . unsheathing his Dagger and putting it aside

'' What do you plan to do now '' he asked

'' as I said , you are in my way ,meaning I will use whatever means necessary to take you down ,Variys ! '' Balemein Stated as a Magical Circle Drawn Under him ,

' a Magic Attack , so he can use spells as well , no wait , this isn't some normal element spell , it's an enhance enchantment , he is powering up , his next attack will be the final ' variys thought to himself before turning to Arestia

'' Priestess , Quickly , go and take cover behind those trees ! '' variys yelled

'' why , what's going to happen ''

'' don't mind that just go , hurry up , things are about out get messy '' he shouted

Arestia hurriedly ran towards a safe place . taking cover behind a tree while watching Both men confronting each other .

'' it doesn't matter where she hides , after I'm done with you , she would share the same fate , nobody was ever able to Counter My Most Powerful attack which you are about to experience ''

Said Balemein As tangerine Aura Started Covering His Whole Body , the ground beneath him started shiver , his eyes glowed and Veins Started Appearing around Part of his Body from the extensive Mana he spawned .

'' What Do Think Variys , This is my True Power , Do You Still Think You Can Defeat Me , Not that You Have a choice of running anyway '' he said eager to hear variys response and wishing to see the chocking fear on his face , but variys didn't react at first , he was just staring at him for a moment , then a wicked smirk showed in his expressions

'' Running Away , True Power , You Really Think That You Won This Fight just because you used a Powerful Enhancement , Don't Make me Laugh Kid ! '' Variys stated leaving Balemein annoyed by his condescending demeanor .

'' Did you Just called me a Kid !! '' He Stated but variys didn't respond , he was quiet , as if he was meditating , soon after the ground began to shock under variys feet , and Shreds of Violet Glow Could Be seen Covering His Body Slowly , Until Suddenly He Gasped , Followed by an Over Extensive Release Of Power , Variys Now Had Also Used his own Enhancement Spell , The Same One He Used Back at The Tournament , Leaving Balemein In Total Shock

'' What , He Can Also Use Enhancement , This Man !! '' Balemein Thought To Himself

'' What an Incredible Power , he is on a whole other Level '' Arestia uttered .

Now Both Of Them Are Showing their True Scale of Strength ,

The Middle of the Forest Shined In Tangerine and Violet Light and The Lack has Turned into a sea of waves . Whoever was going to make this Attack Work , Would be the winner of this Battle .

'' So , Do You still plan to go forward with this fight , I will have you know I will not go easy on you , this would go against my own tradition '' variys stated with a wicked smirk

'' hah , I Wouldn't Want it in any other way , I Accept You Challenge Lord Variys , Hit Me With Everything You Got and I Will Do The Same ''

'' Well Then In That Case , Let's Get This Over With ''

'' That Would Be My Line , Paragon Phase : Ruling Release ! '' Balemein Shouted as he Charged At Immense Power , Shattering Everything He Stepped on , The Tangerine Light Grew Even Larger , Coming Towards Variys , Who Had Also Broke The Ground under his feet as he Jumped Towards His Enemy Shouting '' Meteor Jaming !! '' blitzing Everything in his Path and Beyond ,

As The Two Of Them attacked each Other with Full Might Shouting while trying To Get a Perfect Single Hit , Their Bodies Didn't Even Touch , The substantial Scale Of Their Released Power Created a massive Energy Outburst That Destroyed The Middle Ground of that Forest , and the Water On The Lake Blasted in the sky , Even Arestia was not safe as she saw the energy Burst Coming Her Way , she didn't stand any chance of escaping this blast , not until a Hand Reached for her Shoulder and a Small Green Light Dome Could Be Seen In Her Section of the ground for a short Period of time , But was immediately covered by the bigger Light Dome which was the real explosion , demolish Everything in its path leaving nothing but dust .

Few Moments Later , as the smoke started clearing , Variys could be scene standing , with him right arm bruised up , to say that he didn't take any damage from the hit would be a terrible lie, even so , Balemein also seem to be standing up , with a Punch Mark in his Left Side .

Variys stared at him in silence as he was reminiscing about what just happened

'' Although Our Bodies never collided or made contact , we bot took a Clear Hit , if I didn't had my Enchantment on , I would've been in much severe state , and I would say the same thing about him , Lucky For Me I Trained a lot to maintain myself in this state , so I wouldn't suffer the same consequences in the tournament and faint out , but if he activated his Enhancement spell one more time , I have no choice but to …. ''

'' Impressive , Variys San '' Balemein Addressed Variys as he was standing in front of him

'' It's truly an Honor to finally have someone who can Stand Out to My Level , as A Top Hunter in My Guild , I would love nothing else but to fight stronger opponents , it's just a shame that you we are fighting for un unjust Cause . ''

'' Unjust Cause , I should be saying that to you , you are the one trying to kill this innocent Girl , if you ask me it Doesn't seem an honorable things to do ''

'' innocent , I'm afraid your judgment is misplaced variys san , the woman you were so hardly trying to protect was an Evil witch . ''

'' again with the witch thing , what makes you think that she might be '' variys asked and Balemein with a Cold Voice replied

'' Because she is the reason why The People in Town Are Dying !! ''

Variys was confused by his claim , and surprised to say the least .

'' I think there is a huge miss understanding here , Arestia is a Priestess , I have been tasked with protecting her in an important mission , and I can guarantee that she isn't some sort of an evil witch ''

'' so you are going to try and tell lies in order to save yourself and her , I have seen her trying to cast a spell into this Lake . ''

'' She was Casting a spell ?! ''

'' Yeah , I Was Tasked with an important Mission From My Guild To Find Out What's Happening in this town , I figured that something must be wrong with the Water , since it's the only thing Connecting the town people are together , they all drink from this water , next to some other infected lakes , some of the think it's safe , others know that something is wrong with it , but they have no choice , since there isn't another source of clean water . ''

'' so Arestia was right , the lake is the source of the problem ' variys thought to himself

'' that's why I kept looking more into these lakes and found out that there is a Mild poison source mixed with these fresh water . ''

'' POISON ! '' Variys Loudly Stated in shock

'' Judging By Your Reaction , it seems that you are either a really good liar or didn't have any clue about what was going on ''

'' and where does Arestia come in all of this '' variys asked

'' because In Order for me to find out how to solve this problem , I had to Catch the main culprit , and so I waited for days and kept my lookout , whoever was making this lake so poisons will surely come back , and that's when I saw her , '' Balemein Stated as he Pointed at Arestia who was standing by behind variys in shock , with Naomi and Celestine standing next to her .

'' Arestia ! , Naomi ! , Cele ''

'' variys san , what this man is telling you is not true , I had no doing of this accident '' Arestia yelled in fear trying to prove her innocent to variys

'' you don't have to prove to me anything priestess , I know you had nothing to do with the town people disease , if you did you wouldn't try and save Yoko's Mother earlier '' variys stated

'' I saw her , she made an Enchantment Earlier , it was like non Other I Have Seen , ''

'' no that wasn't it , the spell I made was not a poise… '' Arestia shouted trying once again to prove the misunderstanding but variys immediately interrupted her stating

'' whatever the spell was , I'm sure there was a reason for it , I will say it once again and for the last time , this priestess did not cause this disease , if you want we can help you find out who did ''

'' at this point I'm really tried to explain myself . it seem that this would be settled by force '' Balemein stated as he pulled out his Dagger once again , with a sharp gaze in his eyes

'' so it seem '' variys replied bravely elevating his hand and creating a Red Magical circle in his palms , this was to be a fire Spell , he is not going for the physical battle again .

Both of them ready to start the second round , with Naomi grabbing into Arestia and bringing her closer , until suddenly Balemein Instinct pinched him , he swift Turned aside and Noticed a Flash Of Holly Laser Beams coming his way .

Balemein Rapidly avoided the Beams by jumping Back as they impacted the ground . then stood back again ready to fight whoever Attacked him , to see it was only Cana appearing from aside . her eyes seem to have changed , she is serious about this fight , more than any fight they had been through , and variys took notice of That .

'' Cana ! '' he shouted

'' A Girl , and she uses Holly Magic , No that wasn't a spell , it was more like a magic item '' Balemein thought to himself

'' Whoever You are , I suggest you re-consider your fighting Chances , we don't want any trouble but we don't mind a battle , if you wish to kill the priestess , then you will have to go through us , all of us '' Cana Stated in a cold tone .

'' and who might you be , another friend of the so claimed priestess ''

'' No , I'm Cana Chaltar , From The Southern Bunny - Tribe , I am also a Part Member of the Demon Lord You Are Fighting , Variys sama wish to protect the girl , then so would I , I will fight for her with all of my power , with no hesitation '' she stated leaving Variys nd the girls in shock , this isn't the usual Cana , she isn't that cold . something had triggered her instinct .

'' cana … '' Variys uttered

'' you stand with a Killer and you still have the audacity to speak publicly of it , you bring shame to Our Tribes '' Balemein stated in furry

'' The Same Can Go To You , '' she replied directly

'' huh , '' Balemein scorned

'' you are trying to kill an innocent girl with so less proof , other than you saw her making a spell , that even you couldn't comprehend , don't you think she at least needs a chance to speak for herself , The Bunny Tribe are proud to have a Just System next to their Strength , you killing this girl with no trial just because of a quest would be …. Unfair ''

Just as she said that Balemein Clenched his teeth then turned with a scary look Towards Arestia .

'' Woman , The Spell You Made Earlier ,Is it by any chance the reason why people in this town are sick ,'' he asked with rage

'' Of Course Not , I Was Trying to Heal The Lake but somehow …. it backfired … & didn't Work , I'm sorry ,…. But I Have Nothing To Do with this Sickness ''

After That Statement Everyone stared at Balemein who was on his own reading into Arestia's expressions . after a brief moment of tension Breaking Silence , he changed his fighting stance and stood up normally , putting his dagger in its place

'' I Still don't believe you , However , I will give you a chance to prove your innocence , You Have until Tomorrow's sunset to catch the real Culprit , if you don't I will come for you , all of you '' he said as he glanced at Cana direly .

'' she said she had nothing… '' Celestine shouted trying to convince him that it wasn't Arestia , but Variys immediately stops her stating '' Very Well Then , this seem like a deal ''

The girls scorned in shock by variys decision , leaving Balemein to be somewhat displeased and ready to leave .

'' However …. '' variys once again addresses him

'' if we find the real culprit , We Will Have 70 % of the Profit '' the girls seemed surprised by the outcome of this Matter , what started as a death battle turned out into a quest .

'' 70 Percent , this isn't even a Funny Joke , you get 20 Percent . ''

And now the quest turned into a negotiation

'' 50 – 50 , How about that '' Variys stated

'' I will kill all of you here and now and get 100 percent how about that … '' he said with a smirk , yet variys doesn't respond to that

'' 60 to 40 , With the higher Rate For Me '' Balemein Stated

'' we have a deal , I will see you when I have your Guy ''

Balemein Quietly turned but not before catching another glance at cana , Walking Back into the dark Forest . Leaving everyone standing Silently Staring at to the lake .

The Day After Arestia wished well To Yoko and his mother , Then Headed to the Town With Variys and the girls , they have a new mission now , to find out who poisoned the lakes and get him to Balemein , it's the only way they can clear arestia's name .

'' Variys sama ,how are we supposed to find the culprit , we don't know if he is still in this town , maybe they left '' Said Celestine

'' maybe , but we have nothing to lose , in order to have a lead on the one who is causing this mess , maybe we can ask the guy who is trying to fix it .''

'' do you think we can do it variys sama '' Cana Asked

'' I don't see why not , I mean we already managed to find the source of the problem and how to fix it , all we have to do is who caused it ''

'' I wish it can be easy as you say it will ''

'' don't worry about it , if anything happen I can fight with Balemein again , that's no problem , still I was surprised that you managed to convince him to re-think his conclusion , and you were badass while you did it too ''

'' it's not about that , it's because we are both from the Bunny-Tribe ''

'' is that really important '' he bluntly asked

'' Bunny Tribe aren't allowed to fight against each other , it's strictly prohibited , if they do , they both get discredited as so , and lose their name , for an outsider it may seem like a rule , but for us it's a way of life , that way we always think twice before starting a conflict with another member of the tribe ''

'' I see , so I guess you really saved us back then huh '' said variys , followed by cana trying to hide her blushing from his compliment .

'' do you think you can defeat him in case we don't manage to catch the culprit ''' Naomi asked

'' sure thing , I mean he might be Fast and strong , but he isn't as my level , not to mention he sucks at Sneaking , he shouldn't be a problem . ''

'' what do you mean by that '' Celestine asked

'' nothing '' said variys as he looked behind his shoulder , observing the town people trying to get through their day , still the signs of sickness showing on some of theme .

'' were here '' he said as he stood up in front of the store that Yoko Previously Stole From .

'' Variys sama , This is ! '' Naomi Wondered

'' yeah , this is where we start , the guy who can sell the Healing potion for our problem ''

'' do you think he will help us '' She Asked once again

Back inside the Store , the Owner Slammed his hand against his desk shouting '' Absolutely Not , are you crazy !! ''

'' why not ? '' variys asked

'' you are telling me to give you the information about my supplier , if I do then what tell me that you will not make a deal with him and threaten my business ''

'' like I said we are not looking to put your business at risk , I just want to talk with the doctor who makes these potions that's all ''

'' and why the hell do you think I know the doctor who makes these , it could just be another seller . '' the owner said

'' nope , you're working with him directly , I know that because you said yesterday that you don't have much choice when it comes to the price , meaning he is the one controlling everything , you just get a little from the top , plus aside from you , there isn't another merchant who sells these potions … '' variys stated

'' tshk … '' the owner scorned as he turned his back and started looking through the shelf , a sign that let everyone know that he knew the doctor who made these potions , maybe he would have some idea about what's happening

'' look here big man , I think we started on the wrong foot , I know that you are just trying to protect your business , I promise I won't intervene with your business . there are lives at stakes here , and people are getting really sick .'' variys calmly started trying to make the man see the bigger picture and getting him to help them

'' it's Not My Problem , I'm a Merchant , not a Saint ,''

'' so you're okay with people dying on the street like that '' variys again calmly asked the owner who didn't even turn and faced him , instead in carelessness replied

'' I Didn't Cause this Disease , people should be happy that's I'm already selling them the potions , if they can't afford it , well maybe they should just leave , or die , I could care less about anything else but the money . ''

'' this isn't fair '' Arestia uttered

'' life isn't fair priestess , if you don't like it look the other way '' he said

'' to be Honest , I Kind wanted you to say that '' Variys said in a cold voice alerting the man as he turned around scorning in confusion .

Suddenly an explosion blast accured destroying the entire façade of the store , followed by the Owner dropping on the ground gasping before turning back to see half his store gone ,

'' my store , my work , my products , they are all gone '' he uttered as he turned to the people in town asking for their help , yet nobody seemed to do anything , aside from a woman , who stared at him then held her kid and moved it away . the man will soon find out that the reason why she did that was because she saw variys coming out from the store ,

'' you , you did this you bastar… '' just as the merchant heaved his hand trying to make a spell and fight while he was still on the ground from the shock , variys used his leg to push it against the merchant arm and held it to the ground , the man stared at his hand stuck under Variy's boot , then a red glowing light seemed to have got his attention , it was variy's Right Hand , a Fire Enchantment was made and variys now only need to say the word for this man to be blasted with the same spell that destroyed half his store . he can't even block it at this point , he can only stare at variys scary eyes as he address him

'' Now , I will ask you this one last time and you will think twice before answering me , because if I say the one word enchantment and blast you with this attack at this close range , there is no potion in the world who can heal you , so , who is your supplier ?! ''

The man was in so much fear he could barely think straight , yet his eyes turned to the priestess ,

'' Priestess , Please help me … I'm a man of God … Mercy '' he uttered trying to gain her sympathy , but her sympathy was for the people in this town , and she already seen His True Nature , with only few seconds of exchanging looks with the merchant Arestia closed her eye and turned her face aside , leaving the merchant in shock and fear

'' It Seems That She Decided to - look the other way ! - So … '' Variys stated as a smirk was drawn into his Face

A Few Hours Later after their Encounter with the Store Owner , in which Variys convinced him to tell them his supplier Name and place of stay , they took it upon themselves to go and try to ask him about the Antidote that he makes , perhaps by some chance they can know more about the Poison thus might getting a chance to catch the culprit .

As Their Reach an Old Wooden Cabin in The Deep forest , Variys Got off his Horse & so did the girls , he Knocked on the Door in which at first seemed that no one was in there , until variys knocked again , a bit louder this time .

'' who's in there '' an old voice shouts from within

'' My Name , is variys , I'm here with my party and we are looking for the Doctor who make the potions ''

'' there is no doctor here , you are mistaken , please leave ''

'' I was told that he live around here If I'm not mistaken , His Name is Rolly ,''

'' who told you that ''

'' the merchant back in town '' variys replied

The man seem unresponsive at first

'' could it be that the merchant lied to us ? '' Celestine asked

'' I don't know … '' just as variys was thinking about what to do next , chains could be heard clicking as if someone is unlocking the door ,

They all took a step back as the door slowly opened , just enough for an Old Man to peek through the small space while glaring glaring at them .

'' what do you want ! '' he asked

'' we want to buy your product , we think it would be beneficial for us ''

'' I only sell my products to the store owner , if you want to but the potion , you will need to discuss it with him personally '' he said about to close the door again but getting stopped by variys as he used his boots to block the door

'' actually we are not from this town , there have been a similar disease hitting our town and we were looking to find someone who can help us create the potions , ''

'' you don't seem like a merchant to me .''

'' who said I am , ''

The man stared at variys silently , thinking whether to let them in or not , until …

'' there is 50.000 Gerzan In The Back Of My Horse , giving to me by my guild to look for a cure, I will buy whatever stock you offer with your preferred price ''

Just as variys stated that , the man closed his door , followed by more chain clicking noise , then the door got open wide , the man stared at them one last time and said

'' Get in ''

As they all went in the door Closed right after , and variys alongside the girls found themselves to be in a rather unusual interior , the room was dark and filled with herbs and medicine left over across the table . the windows were shut , barely allowing any sun light to get through .

'' I see you are not a fan of day light , nor people since you live far away from the town ''

'' I like to focus on my work , and people usually are distracting ''' he said as he kept going through some items

'' I see , so how did you managed to find the cure for this illness anyway ''

'' if I told you that you wouldn't come to me the next time with the money now would you '' the man stated with a smirk

'' true , I was just wondering what could cause this mess, what do you think , as a doctor , your opinion surely matters , do you think it's coincidental that this disease appeared out of nowhere , or there is a reason to it ''

'' I'm not sure what you are getting into , but I am a doctor , not a detective '' he said as he picked up a large wooden box then dropped it on top of the table , showing a large amount of Healing Potions .

'' this …. '' Arestia uttered

'' here is your Potion , 200 Bottle , That's how much 50.000 Gerzan will get you ! ''

'' 200 bottle, isn't that a little expensive , it is fifty thousand after all ''

'' I need to make sure that you are legit , pay me now , and the next time you come back there will be more . ''

'' there will be more huh …. '' variys uttered

'' is there a problem '' Rolly Alertly asked

'' no , no , there is no problem '' variys stated as he reached for the box , but immediately get stopped by the old man putting his hand on top of it

'' the money first '' he said

'' sure , Cana , go bring the man his money '' variys stated leaving the girls confused , after all this whole thing is confusing to them , they didn't came here to make a deal , Rather to ask questions . but before can even comprehend what's going on , Rolly Addresses variys again .

'' No , They Will Stay , you Go And Bring me my Money ''

'' I don't see how this is much different, but sure enough '' variys stated as he went out , but not before he glanced at Naomi , as if he is telling her to be worry .

As variys went outside and looked for the Bag who was attached to the horse , inside the house The girls were staring at Rolly as he was going through his stuff .

'' so you're a Guild Party Members huh .. '' he asked

'' y…yeah '' Celestine Uttered nervously

'' & which Town You Said You Come from Again ?! '' he asked as he turned to them with a Dangerous stare in his eyes

Back Outside Variys Found The Money Back , it clearly didn't have the 50.000 Gerzan that he told the man he would bring , that was a lie Variys made up on the spot , but for what reason .

He could only stare at the Silver Coins then Glanced at the Forest Entrance , nothing out of the ordinary was there , just a normal view of trees and thick bushes .

Suddenly Aloud Glass shattering could be heard followed by Naomi's Voice Shouting ,

'' Let Them Go '''

Variys hurriedly Went Back running into the cabin , to find out that some Potion Bottles Have been shattered , and to his shock Rolly Was Holding Cana and Celestine Hostage , His Hands somehow have turned into what look like Large Reddish Tentacles , and he wasn't planning on letting them go either as he kept squeezing .

'' V..ariy…s sama'' Celestine uttered trying to call for his help

'' hand in there , Celestine '' Naomi shouted as she tried to reach for her sister

'' Don't make a single step '' Rolly Shouted as he kept putting pressure on both their bodies .

'' move and I will break their bones in an instant '' he stated with a killing gaze

'' what happened '' variys asked

'' He asked Celestine what town we came from , and she said we are from Akmen , suddenly he snapped '' Arestia Stated

' what the hell is going on , that's the perfect answer , Akmen is the neighboring town , it's only reasonable that he believe that we are from there , well whatever , I knew from the start that there was something wrong , this just proves my theory ' variys thought to himself before addressing Rolly .

'' Doctor , Let Them Go !! '' Variys stated with a cold expression on his face

'' so now you decide to show your real face huh , Demon ''

'' only because you did the same , that go of the girls and we can fix this problem ''

'' screw you , you came knocking to my door , you are the problem here , you claimed to be a merchant , but you are probably with the Akmen Guild , and I heard they put a Reward for whoever can fix this Illness , ''

'' he think we are with the … '' Naomi stated trying to explain to him that he got things mixed up but variys stops her ,

'' yeah , your right , we are with the guild , they sent us here on a mission and we were looking into this illness , we thought that you might help us find a solution , but considering your reaction , you won't do that will you '' Variys stated ,

'' so there is no money huh , the 50 thousand Gerzan was a lie ''

'' yeah I'm afraid so '' variys stated

'' tshk , I should have known , I was naïve ''

Variys observed the situation then looked at cana who was suffering to say the least .

'' Are You Okay Cana '' he stated but she couldn't even respond

'' don't mind her , you should worry about yourself , because when I'm done with these two you will be next '' Rolly Stated

'' I'm Not worry about her , after all , it's not her first time in this position , am I right cana ! ''

Cana suddenly snapped , as she just remembered something , she remembered how William had her hostage back at the Elf Forest , and she looked back at variys to find him giving her the signal

'' Naomi , when I give you the signal , Take Arestia an leave this cabin immediately '' he whispered

'' what are you talking about variys sama , we can't leave you '' Arestia stated but Naomi talked over her

'' understood . '' leaving Arestia in bewilderment , how cold she just leave her sister in this situation

'' what are you mumbling about , Demon '' Rolly asked in anger

'' I'm sorry , I was just telling her how much would the reward be when we put you in prison ! ''

'' bastard , don't you realize the situation you're in , Take a look around , I got these two girls life in my hands ''

Variys then smirked

'' you got it all mixed up , it seems that you are the one who need to take a look around ''

As soon variys said that , Rolly notice a bright light that kept singing brighter and brighter , it was coming from Cana's right hand , she although her arms are tied , she is still wearing the Holly Stone Necklace and Ring , which serves as a Magic Item that let her control light magic at will , and before he could even react she Chanted while closing her eye

'' Holly Magic : Moonlight Hail '' Releasing an immense Bright Light that Lit up the Whole Cabin , making it almost impossible to see what's going in , especially for rolly who was so close to the enchantment as he dropped Both Girls Yelling in Pain

'' Fuck , My Eyes , My Eyes !!! ''

'' Now Naomi !! '' Variys shouted giving the signal as everyone in the room scattered , Naomi Grabbing into Arestia and Bursting the door wide open leaving the Cabin While Cana With Great Effort managed to pick Celestine as she as almost unconscious from suffocation and put her on her Back , Blasting the windows with another beam and rushing out .

'' where do you think you're going , Bitch ! '' Rolly Stated as he turned back to her With his eyes Bloody Red From the pain of looking straight into The Light , trying to scare her away , yet she calmly Stated as she jumped through the window

'' I don't want to be here when this place gets blown up ''

As she stated that , Rolly Felt a Powerful Presence behind him , he didn't notice it until now , it was none other than Variys , His Arm Faced upward , and a Giant Red Magical Spell was Created

'' Fire Magic … '' Variys Coldly Chanted

'' Fuck … '' Rolly Uttered as the Magic Circle was about to be Unleashed upon him

'' Fire Dragon Wraith ''

Soon After The Cabin Gets Blown into smithereens , leaving nothing Behind as what was left over started Falling from the sky .

Naomi and the girls all stood outside as the smoke covered the What used to be a cabin , but now it's nothing but a pile of rumble .

'' Cele … Cele '' Naomi Called for Celestine as she was unconscious , laying on the ground surrounded by Cana and Arestia , she then looked ahead and saw the figure of a man coming from the dust screen , who was soon to be Shown as variys .

'' variys sama , !! '' cana stated in relief

'' well done girls , especially you cana , I knew you would get my message ''

'' it was all thanks to your training variys sama , what about The Doctor , is he … ''

'' yeah , I took care of him , he won't …. ''

Before variys could finish his statement a Giant Crimson Tentacle Came Out Rushing from behind him Grabbing into him tightly and Sending him crashing into the trees , then to the sky , Then Right Back Into the ground in an instant , Almost Breaking his back as he Gasped from the Pain .

'' Variys sama '' Naomi Uncontrollably shouted for him . and followed after that was the evil laugh of the doctor as the dust cleared , showing him or rather his new form , His Body Grew Larger , and Uglier with crimson like tentacles sticking out from his back .

'' you really thought you could take me down with that weak attack , Demon '' he stated

Variys tried to get up but the tentacles were pushing hard against him .

'' urghh . I can't get up , something is off with these tentacles , they are way to heavy '' variys thought to himself in agony

'' it seems that there is still a fighting spirit in you , perhaps I can do something about that , hahahaha '' rolly stated laughing as he let out another Attack , Two More tentacles left his body and went straight towards variys chest , pounding him against the ground one more time .

'' Variys sama '' the girls shouted and Rolly Immediately Released Other Tentacles Towards them , taking off Naomi , Cana and Arestia all together pressing them against the trees , leaving only Celestine who was already Passed out .

'' Shut up , I will take care of you in a second as soon as I am done with this filthy demon '' rolly stated as he walked towards variys , still pushing his Tentacles against his chest .

'' you bastard , you destroyed my house , my products and my research , I will make sure to make this as much painful as I can ''

Variys painfully tried to make is way out of this mess , he still had a lot of power left , it's just that these tentacles are as heavy as Dozen Carriage , variys struggled , until he looked aside and took notice of something . he then stopped fighting back and let off a heavy breath , followed by a chuckle

'' huh , what's so funny , Did you give up already '' rolly stated

'' no , it's just funny how I figured you were the one causing this sickness , but now I can't even change it and I will die , isn't this funny ''

Rolly took a moment staring into variys eyes and then bursted out laughing '' yeah , your right , that is the funniest thing ever bwahahahah ''

'' variys sama '' Naomi uttered

'' haha … but still you have to admit , I was smart enough to find out , right … '' variys stated

'' yeah , that's true , you were the only one to realize that , I 'am curious to know how did you managed to do that ''

'' well , to be honest it was just luck , you see although there are many doctors in here , nobody seemed to know how to fix it , aside from you of course , not to mention the state your house was in , those herb that were inside , those weren't just to create the potion , some of them were poisonous , and then there was the thing you said earlier , that there will always be some more potions to make , meaning that you are going to keep pumping more poison into the lakes, my guess is that you are doing this for money . am I right !! '' as variys said that , rolly muted for a moment then followed it by a wicked smile

'' impressive , truly impressive Demon , you are smart I will give you that , yeah your right , I was the One Who Poisoned The Lakes , I created a powerful poison that will kill a person within two weeks after they drink it , and I let the nature do it thing after I mixed it with this town water supplies ''

'' why are you doing this '' Arestia Asked as she hardly tried to breath

'' I'm doing this for the money of course , after all there isn't a more important thing in this world other than that . Money is Power , and after I will drain this town People from their money , I will head to the next one with a more powerful Poison , and soon after , I will bring this whole Kingdom to its knee , I Will … '' Rolly Shouted Trying to State His Goal but was soon interrupted by Variys

'' Yeah , yeah , and soon you will rule this world as the most powerful Man , that's every Villain Dream Old Man even me so get in the Line , I don't care about that . I only wanted you to confess ''

'' You Did all This Just To Hear Confess To You , isn't that pathetic '' Rolly Stated smirking , but variys also wickedly smile as he stated Pointing aside

'' Not me , I Just Needed You To Confess to Him ! ''.

Rolly Turned to the right to see Balemein Standing Still With a Grim Look in his face , his fist tighten up , and a fighting Aura could be felt from This Dangerous Hunter as he was radiating and releasing a Tangerine Glow

'' huh , who is this Guy , Your Friend ? ''

'' No , He is The Guy Who Will Put You on Trial '' Variys Stated

'' Balemein '' Cana Uttered '' What are you doing here ''

'' he has been following us this whole day , to make sure that we won't run away ''

'' yeah , my judgment was misplaced , for that I apologies Variys san , Please allow me to fix it . I will end it right here right now '' he said with rage

'' huh , end what you are just another Insect that I will crush '' Rolly Stated as more Tentacles , Larger Ones Had Got out from his body, yet Balemein didn't flinch , instead he had made the same Enhancement Spell as the one before , and he was ready to Finish this battle as he Viciously Chanted

'' Paragon Phase : Ruling Release ! '' the same energy outburst snapped out from Balemein Body , he is now in full power , putting a massive tension onto Rolly as he Shouted

'' You Can't Defeat Me , I'm the Mist Powerful Man in the World , Die !! Crimson Rage !! ''

The Large Tentacles went berserk as they unleashed onto Balemein , There was no chance that he could avoid them , but he wasn't planning to do so in the first place .

Balemein Charged back against them in a massive release of power , Destroying everything in its way , punching through a tentacle and kicking into another as they shattered into meat pieces , leaving rolly in shock as he grinned his teeth and sent another fleet , but Balemein wouldn't step back , he used these tentacles as a stepping ground to avoid the impact , and then in single Last Charge , Balemein Put Everything in his power to lunch straight at Rolly's center , demolishing anything that came in his way , Rolly didn't stand any chance as the last thing he saw was a bright tangerine light heading straight his way , then a Sudden Roll-Kick into his Stomach , so powerful he could feel his inside trying to break apart , he couldn't even stand his ground after that kind of a Vicious Hit , Flying straight into the trees and crashing few meters away , getting knocked out immediately .

Soon afterward , variys tried to move away the large tentacles that were still on top of him although they were detached from Rolly's Body , Balemein approaches him and reached for his hand , variys with a scorn gladly accepted the helping hand , then they went and made sure that the girls were safe , it was only a matter of time before Celestine came back to her conscious , opening her eye to see everyone standing beside her ,

'' Variys sama , Naomi One Sama , Everyone , what happen ''

'' we won Celestine san '' cana stated

'' and we also proved that Arestia is innocent , isn't that right '' Naomi stated looking at Balemein

'' yeah , I'm terribly sorry that I tried to kill you '' Balemein bluntly stated

'' and me too '' variys said to him jokingly

'' yeah , but in more serious way , I couldn't have done this without you , you didn't just defeat the Culprit , but you also managed to save everyone in town , I will give this man back to justice and he will tell us everything on how to fix this mess ''

'' so your saying that we did most the work huh , '' Naomi asked

'' I guess you could say that ''

'' does that mean that I can have more of the reward '' Variys asked with a smirk

'' don't push your luck Lord Variys , we agreed on 60-40 , ''

'' it was worth the try ! '' variys carelessly scorned jokingly as everyone started laughing .