Chapter 105

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While the train from Magnolia was heading towards its intended destination, a huge ship hovered in the distant lands of Fiore, among the thick snow-white clouds. The true base of the Heart of Grimoire is a battle magic airship, the elusive Dark Guild was crossing these places at the moment. The central building, towering above all, had two side ones. This amazing ship looked like a real ship with an entire deck and a huge dark tower. The Throne Room was located in the bow of the central building, and its lower part was decorated with the symbol of the famous Dark Guild - the Blood Heart. The side parts of the body were adorned with white heads that resembled the creepy muzzles of monsters. The dark ship also had red wings, and floated in the air thanks to an unknown magical technology. Several huge red magic circles were located directly under the ship. Perhaps it was they who were responsible for the flight ability and high maneuverability of the vessel.

The heart of Grimoire had hundreds of people in its presence, and only a few of them were considered truly strong. Hades, being the Master of such a strong guild, was preparing his strongest candidates for a great future, for the legendary - the Perfect World of Magic!

The old man knew how to wait patiently and slowly, with his usual meticulousness, taught his students. He gathered the most talented and chose the appropriate section of magic for them, so that his plans come true.

At that time, in one of the many rooms of the airship: with her back to the exit, sat a pale attractive girl, her dark purple hair was braided in two pigtails, and a pair of long curls fell on both sides of her beautiful face. She seemed to be trying to show everyone the red mark of the Grimoire Heart on her back, even her dress had a cutout in order to expose pale skin and show the mark of the Dark Guild.

In her slightly gloomy room, with dark walls and a similar interior, Ultear sat on a soft bed and leafed through a magical grimoire, often frowning and muttering something to herself. The girl's curvaceous body was framed by a tight dress, revealing amazing views of the pale and beautiful skin. As for her appearance, any man could fall at her feet, unable to take his eyes off those scarlet sparkling eyes, thin eyebrows and a perfect face. Just like her brother, the girl had an amazing attractiveness.

Suddenly there was a knock on Ultear's room. Without turning around, she simply ignored the intruder.

There was another knock and again she did not answer. Then, finally, a gentle girlish voice was heard from the back:

"Ultear, it's me, Meredy. Let's have lunch together, I'm so lonely ... This ship is so cold.

Looking up from the book, the corners of Ultear's lips lifted slightly. Rarely did a sincere smile appear on her face, only Meredy could make her smile at least occasionally.

The girl closed the grimoire and put her round lacrima on the curbstone. Turning to the door, she said:

- Come in.

Immediately, a short girl of about eleven entered the room. Pink hair adorned with a pair of gold wings and a modest pink dress along with high black knee-highs. Meredy looked adorable.

The girl was a little shy, and then she noticed Ultear's smile and walked over to the bed, pulling out a couple of bentos.

"Here," she handed her a purple box.

- Did you cook it yourself?

"W-well, yes. - Embarrassedly answered Milady, smiling: - I promise, this is better than last time.

The sorceress chuckled:

- Last time it wasn't so bad ... - opening a bento with rice balls and a few pieces of fish. With a sweet smile, Ultear nodded.

- Looks appetizing.

- Hee-hee, thanks Ur!

Ultear's face was instantly covered with a shadow of hatred, Milady shuddered and crawled out of bed a little:

- S-I'm sorry! I didn't mean ... I'm by accident.

- Hmpf! Think when you speak ... This is not Meredy's first time!

The cold atmosphere was shivering. But, the sorceress quickly calmed down and immediately translated the topic:

- Have you finished your workout yet? How is it with the Arc of Feelings?

"Everything is fine," the girl replied slightly sadly, regretting her carelessness. Ultear quickly lost her mood and everything because of this name ...

Clenching her fists, the young sorceress exhaled, and then smiled again:

- I will become very strong, I promise!

"Hmm, I hope," Ultear nodded with a squint. "You have great talent, don't stop there.

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Fiore, Foggy forest.

For almost a whole day, Mirajane and Aidan traveled from the city of Oshibany, and then to the ancient forest. A dangerous and distant place covered in dense fog for decades, if not centuries. There were no people living for kilometers around, only dangerous animals roamed these terrible lands. According to legend, a dangerous dark guild once existed in the Misty Forest, and during some war there was an incident that caused the forest to turn into a kingdom of fog. The most interesting thing is that he continued to live. Aidan clearly felt that the trees, although with difficulty, could survive in such a damp and dimly lit area. Thick clouds covered the sky for years and hid the warm sunlight. For the growth of most plants, it was simply vital to be located in a suitable area for this. Light, air, earth, it may seem that trees are unpretentious, but it only seems so. Plants are very sensitive to many changes in the environment. Of course, it is worth considering that they are also capable of adapting. Sometimes without proper conditions, plants can abandon inflorescences or fruits and adapt. Probably the same thing happened in this forest. The leaves of the trees darkened, stretched out and fixed, the branches became smaller and they were mainly concentrated at the very crown, like the main foliage. The roots became longer, at times thicker and penetrated even deeper into the ground, thus reaching even beyond the territory of the Misty Forest.

"Nice place," Aidan concluded, inhaling the moist air. He definitely liked it here: there is no scorching sun, light coolness and almost deserted. In a place like this, life and death could easily mix.

Mirajane nodded.

- Agree. If someone needs to be buried, it's better not to find a place.

Aidan laughed and nodded understandingly.

- It's hard to argue. No wonder the Skull Dynasty chose this forest. I'm rather surprised why the exact coordinates were indicated in the leaflet. No matter how it turns out to be some kind of trap ...

"Don't be afraid, I'll cover you," Mira smirked slyly.

The wizard narrowed his eyes and looked sideways at his friend:

- Look not to get lost in this thicket, if I lived in such a hole, I would definitely love to catch such a tasty victim like you!

Mira snorted in embarrassment.

- Who would say ... If I were a demon of this place, I would have torn off your pretty little head first.

- Ha, how cute! - laughing, Aidan waved his hand: - Come on, if these guys are here, we will finish them off first.

The corners of the girl's lips crawled up and she involuntarily straightened her hair, and then went after the guy. Aidan walked calmly through the woods. The fog turned out to be not so thick here, but it was no longer easy to see something further than ten meters. The wizard, in turn, did not rely on his eyes, no matter how he treated his magic, he still understood that it was not her. Only a weak and stupid person can suffer from his own magic. Power must be used wisely and carefully. As Mavis said, you should not be afraid of your own magic - this is a failed path of comprehension and development. Aidan became cautious, but he was not going to give up the benefits. He walked forward and did not regret anything. Even though deep inside it bothered him, he concentrated on the most important and constantly reminded himself of the main goals. Long digging in oneself and pity will not lead to anything but weakness. The path of life and death is not for the weak, otherwise he would never have become the owner of this ancient magic.