Chapter 6 The Monster Inside

In this moment Bojing was shaking violently, the intense rage coursing throughout him pointed at one man.

" How dare you! " ( Bojing )

From the ground Daiyu couldn't believe it.

" That voice… could it be you, Bojing? " ( Daiyu )

A bright smile flashed across his face, aimed at her.

" Don't worry, I will protect you! " ( Bojing )

Although slowly but surely his vision began to blacken hiding his surroundings in what could only be described as a cloud of shadows. Along with this change his veins popping out from his limbs showing his intense emotions.

" Get out of my way monster! " ( Jinjing )

Gripping Jinjing's blade tighter the pressure began to warp the blade until finally it shattered into many pieces. Taking a step forward as if by instinct Bojing placed his palm of Jinjing's chest, ferociously forcing him back without effort, causing him to slam into the ruins stone wall. The shield conjured in the moment of the collision pinning him to it. It was no use. The more Jinjing struggled the more its grip strengthened, all the while Bojing ever so slowly strolling closer and closer, his expression growing more and more twisted with each stride.

All the while Daiyu watched on in horror. It wasn't due to her assault, nor Bojing's survival as a boss monster, but rather this sight of Bojing horrified her. To her this was very much odd. Not only was Bojing alive, but he had somehow grown stronger, and became the boss monster himself. The only thought running through her mind right now was -

" … How did he become this way… ? " ( Daiyu )

However that wasn't what made this unnerving to her. Bojing never looked this way, nor acted in this manner. No matter what happened he always kept a bright smile on his face, and always looked for the best option in a situation like this, however his smile had faded and he was fixated on pursuing his aggressors. No matter how much Daiyu looked at him, he seemed so much different than he used to be, and she couldn't help but worry for what caused such a sudden traumatic change.

*Step

*Step

*Step

*Grrrrrr

His arms began to glow in a bright green hew as his physical appearance slowly but surely shifted, changing his appearance to that resembling a monster. Letting out a grunt Bojing began to walk over towards Jinjing who was immobile against the wall. In this moment Jinjing for the first time truly felt afraid, and it was to Bojing no less.

" No. No Stay back. " ( Jinjing )

*Grrrrrrr

" No. I don't want to die. Don't just stand there. Somebody saves me from this monster! " ( Jinjing )

Reaching by their sides the group of 15 players all drew their weapons and in sync dashed in towards Bojing, cutting in directly in between them. One By one they struck Bojing, however to their disbelief not even a scratch could be found. It wasn't the usual case of Bojing instantly regenerating, he just wasn't taking any damage. It was as if he was immortal.

*Kekekekeh

Snickering with a sinister grin, one by one Bojing flattened his hand, growing what looks like long green claws made from the same energy as his shields, slashing each player until they all fell to the ground dead.

" No. This isn't possible. You are the weakest of all. Your useless! " ( Jinjing )

It was at this moment Jinjing knew he was screwed. The words leaving his mouth achieved the opposite effect he so desperately wished for as the grin on Bojing's mouth only widened with each syllable. Getting nearer and nearer Jinjing desperately scrambled to break free, but nothing he tried worked. Reaching his target Bojing raised one arm back, winding up to strike. Just as the momentum began to roll –

*Whoosh

*Grip

He felt a resistance halting his movements, as a girl's voice echoed throughout his mind.

" … Please, stop… He has had enough… Please let him go! " ( Daiyu )

" … Daiyu? … Arrrrggghhhhh! " ( Bojing )

Collapsing to his knees Bojing lets out a shriek of pain. Looking at his morphed hands, the blood horrified him. That wasn't him, that wasn't what he wanted. A strong pain shot throughout his mind causing him to pass out, freeing Jinjing from his confines.

" … Bojing… ! " ( Daiyu )

" Bwahahahaha, is that seriously all. Pitiful. You really are Useless! ( Jinjing )

Lifting his arms up a golden hew of light shone forming the shaped of a sword. As soon as it was summoned the sword began crashing down towards his neck. Instinctively Daiyu twisted around shielding Bojing with her body.

*Clash

Looking up the pain Daiyu saw the tiny hands of the little girl gripping the swords blade as if it was nothing. Flowing out from it was a mist of what seemed like shadows began to form sharp elongated dark claws.

" Seriously, you had to go and use my power when you're not ready get. Geez, your emotions mustn't be stable after all. Now let me show you how they work. Looking into her eyes all Jinjing could see was death, all hidden behind an innocent smile.

Snapping the projected sword like a box of crayons her twisted expression only grew more terrifying.

" Hey, loser. I only have one question for you. Do you want candle? " ( Yang )

Reaching out her free hand a dark hue arose forming the image of a candle.

[System: Active Skill: Want Candle Is Now Active…]

The dark hue quickly flashed out engulfing him in a sea of black.

[System: Player Jinjing's Soul Is Now Encased Inside Of Active Skill Want Candle]

The empty husk of flesh and bones began breaking off and turning to dust. In this moment the sinister laughter resonating from the small child's mouth echoed throughout the hall.Turning to face her, Yang reached her arm out towards Daiyu, causing her to flinch.

" No please. Don't hurt me! " ( Daiyu )

Yang smiled some more opening her mouth once again.

" Here have candle. ( Yang )

Grabbing her hand Yang placed the candle onto it, all the while the terrifying screams of agony sounded from within it...

" Yo… You're now going to hurt me? " ( Daiyu )

" Hahahaha, what, no. Why would i do that? Afterall you're a nice lady who Bojing cares about. " ( Yang )

" Oh right, Bojing! What's wrong, why won't you wake up? " ( Daiyu )

Placing one hand on her shoulder Yang gives a kind smile.

" Yeah, he will be alright, although it depends on him. After all he used my duality power without even noticing it. " ( Yang )

" … Your Powers? Duality ? … " ( Daiyu )

" Don't worry, he can tell you later. Right now we have a big problem. The rest of the adventurers are nearly here. Damn, why did they split like that. " ( Wang )

" … Oh, that's easy to explain. We came into the dungeon looking for Bojing and at Jinjings order we split up, however I didn't trust him, so I forced his hand into letting me come with his group. However he has more players under him in that party aswell. " ( Daiyu )

" Wait, they are – " ( Daiyu )

Gripping her dagger, she swiftly turns slicing the arrow into two separate pieces.

" Wait, somethings off. There are only 9 in this group, where are Xiao and Bo! What have you done to them! " ( Daiyu )

The group combined starts to laugh a most hideous cackle, until the leader steps forward.

" You know, they are a little… Busy right now with some of the other members if you catch my drift. " ( Player )

" I've found them, they are on the complete other side of the dungeon. " ( Wang )

" Hahaha, it doesn't matter. You wouldn't make it in time even if we let you, although we wouldn't allow that. " ( Player )

" No need to go there ourselves. I guess it's time I showed my hand. Yang, Daiyu, Keep protecting Bojing. Let me handle the rest. " ( Wang )

Hastily waving his arms around menu after menu began popping up showing different types of monsters, traps, and other nasty surprises. Running his fingers along the panels, he began pressing each button he could.

" Hehehe, I've been saving this for an occasion like this for a while. Today is the day you know true despair. " ( Wang )

…

Meanwhile inside Bojing's consciousness ...

[System: Wake Your Ass Up… We need to talk]

Chapter 6 End