A new start and travel

The four of them reached the outside of the village. And Marika started to whistle.

A pack of wolfs appeared in front of them. The Soldier wanted to draw his sword but Richard stopped him and shook his head.

Marika then walked up to Consilium and Catlaster and hugged them. Thank you for helping me that day. Thanks to you the casualties were only a few.

The soldier then said to Richard "these are dire wolfs, how come they are so friendly?"

"Well there were some circumstances and Marika relocated them here"

'Let me introduces you, The old one is Consilium and is the current leader and the one next to him is his son Catlaster. They live with the pack in the forest and act as a forest security. And the whole pack needs to make the acquaintance with any new residents of the village and potential people who are related to the resident so they won't mistake you for an intruder and attack you.

Sohpie then walked up to pack and started to introduce herself, Hello, I'm Sophia Gladio and starting today I'll be living in the village.'

just as she wondered if she could touch them, 3 wolfs started to brush up to her as in saying to her it was alright.

'Seems like they like you a lot' Marika said with a smile.

The soldier took of this sword and handed it to Richard. He then walked over to Consilium and Catlaster. Knowing you'll be around to protect my daughter, I as a father feel now more at ease.

Nice to meet you I'm Michael Gladio and I will come and visit her from time to time.

Catlaster was pushing his head against Michael and he started to pet his head.

'Ohh what is that now Catlaster, have you found a new friend and a person you respect?'

Michael was confused by her words so Catlaster walk over to Marika wagging his tail and did the same to her. Then Michael started to understand what she meant.

'If you're in the forest and you're in trouble the just whistle if you can't whistle than just howl.'

'Give it a try Sohpie.'

Sohpie didn't know how to whistle so she howled, and then the whole pack started to howl.

Than Marika said to Sohpie, 'Respect nature and don't call for them unless it's really necessary you understand?'

Sophie nodded.

Marika then introduce Sophie to a few more people. Than George and Johan came walking up.

'Little sister!'

There are two little sisters now."

Marika laughed. 'Sohpie this is George and Johan, they will be keeping a n eye on you, and if you need anything you can find them at Saxeus place.'

"Little sister Sohpie we may not good at fighting but when it comes to be sneaky and setting traps we are the best." George said.

"We are also learning about magic crystal and developing a security system with magic crystals." Johan said.

We will be your guardian when your father can't be around, so treat us as if we are your older brother." They said in sync

Sohpie started to laugh. 'Oké big brothers.'

Michael looked at his daughter and smiled. She was in good hands and could leave her with knowing she would be safe no matter what.

'Sohpie its time for me to leave, I'll be traveling to Ignis Kingdom. I'll be back in a week or so.' Marika said.

Sohpie gave Marika a hug and wishes her save travels.

'Thank you for what you have done for us, come back safe.' Sohpie said.

Marika went back to the inn and collected her belonging. The staff of the inn also wished her safe travels.

Then aunty Lia came over to say goodbye 'don't worry about us, we will make sure that the plans for the village will be on schedule.

Marika nodded and hugged aunty Lia 'If your stock runs out just tell Kevin and he will send some over.'

'Why do you sound like you'll be away for months?' Lia laughed.

'Well you never know if you run in to trouble, better to be well prepared than not to be prepared at all. 'Marika said.

[ Mansion ]

Marika told Derick that Kevin and Dante would be staying at the village for a while. Because she appointed the as substitute Village Lord.

Derick thought it would be a good opportunity for Kevin. He could expend his skills and get a broaden few on what he wanted and could do in the future.

"They probably didn't like the idea at first right?" Derick asked.

Marika nodded 'I told them they can't stay in my shadow forever. They just need a little push to spread their wings so they can fly.'

Marika told Derick what she planned for the village 'They even going to build a Mansion for me.'

As she laughed.

Derick seeing his adopted daughter laugh and smile like that made him happy. She made sure her brother future were broad and bright. He felt like he was the luckiest men in the word and he didn't want to wish for anything else in life because she was all he needed.

Marika then asked Derick 'Do you have a suitcase I can use for my travels to Ignis Kingdom?'

"How big does it need to be?"

'The bigger the better, did you know when one travels they don't take much when they go, but always come back with more than they left.' She smiled.

'I'll be off taking a long hot bathe!'

Marika left the room and then said 'After dinner I'll need to discuss a few things for the party.'

And she left the room.

Derick then asked Richard 'Master what happened to her?'

"A lot, and it wasn't, all good."

Richard started to tell about the set up and raid on the village. That she took out 2 full squads of soldiers on her own. That she forcefully broke her seal that was placed on her by the phoenix. So they went to Mystic Cave to get a new seal from the phoenixes. After that she held the ceremony for the deceased. And how she got all the villagers on her side and planned to rebuild and improve the village.

"And now she is going to Ignis Kingdom, I feel that she will fall apart in no time" Richard said with concern in his voice.

"Why not take her to the Forest of Eternal Night on your way back and stay there for a day or two. I know she would love it." Derick said.

"Alright, I need to deflate to, I guess." Richard said.

"Well you both have been under a lot of stress lately."

But just as they ended their conversation, they hears a squeal coming from Marika's room.

They both ran up there, but knowing that Marika was taking a bath they knocked on the door.

"Marika are you alright?" Richard asked?

'Yes I'm fine and I'm dressed so you can come in.'

"What's going on?"

'Ohh I found the most adorable, cute little thing ever!' she said excitedly.

And she showed what she had found, It was a baby dragon. Derick and Richard where perplexed,

what was a creature of the Forest of Eternal Night doing here?

'But he doesn't look well' Marika said.

Richard looked at the baby dragon "All he needs is some inner energy."

"Give me your hand! We will give him the energy of us both."

Before she gave her hand she asked Richard 'How many kids are you planning to raise with me?

Marika was referring to Solis and Caelum the two phoenixes and the wolf cub Luna.

"A lot, we already have two son's and one daughter. One more isn't that bad and bye the way those three children have already left home." He said with a loving smile.

'Alright, this one will probably leave us soon also.' Marika had a said smile on her face.

"Do you like children that much?"

'Of course, they are a blessing in one's life.'

Richard then whispered in Marika's ear "Than let's have a child of our own in the future."

Marika smiled happily and nodded.

She gave her hand and followed Richard instruction and transferred her energy in to the baby dragon. Richard did the same. And the baby dragon slowly regained his consciousness.

When he was fully awake he saw Richard and Marika. He nuzzled his nose to their hands.

"Well it looks like he is going to be fine, so you take care of him till diner time. I'm going to take a bath now."

But the baby dragon didn't want his father to leave him.

'Ohh boy, seems like our new child doesn't want his daddy to leave.' Marika said.

"Then what are we going to do?"

Marika had an idea, so while she was holding the baby dragon she pulled Richard along to his bathroom.

'Go and take our child in to the bathroom and take a bath together.'

"But…"

'Don't worry! Just do as I say.'

Richard took the little on in the bathroom but now he was sad as he didn't see his mother.

Richard then said " I'm in the tub. But he seems sad that he can't see you."

The Marika set down near the door and started to sing a song.

Even if you can't see me, I'm near.

Don't cry my baby, mommy won't leave .

My child you don't need to fear.

Your daddy and mommy are always here.

So be at ease my child.

Our love for you will never fade.

Her song seem to work and the baby dragon was calm and happy.

After her song she started hum a tune it was her favorite peace Ave Maria.

After she was done humming she heard Richard say to the baby dragon. "Should we ask mommy to play the violin after dinner? You're going to love it, I really love it when she plays it."

Marika smiled when she heard him say that. She felt like she indeed hasn't play the violin in a long time.

Marika was still sitting next to the door but had dozed off. Richard picked her up and laid her on the bed.

"Seems like we have to sleep in the same bed again. Not that either me or your mommy would mind"

Then there was a knock on the door.

"Dinner is ready."

Richard asked the baby dragon to wake up his mommy. As he did Marika woke up she spoke up the name Khai.

Richard looked at Marika "Have you decided on our child's name?"

'Did I?'

"You said Khai, What does that mean?"

'Something down the line as chosen on or nobility.'

"Well I like the name. What do you think son?"

The baby dragon looked happy and jumped up and down.

Richard picked up the baby and said " Khai we are happy to have you here."

After dinner they went to the 3rd music room.

Richard and Khai were sitting on the sofa, and Marika opened the balcony doors and then started to play the violin.

The moon was shining bright and a warm breeze came in to the room.

Richard whispered to Khai "Doesn't your mommy looks pretty tonight?"

As she play 5 pieces she then walked over to Richard and Khai, 'Well baby did you like it?'

Khai jumped up and down and looked happy.

But suddenly Marika felt a bit weird and her arms started to hurt.

'Richard my arms hurt and I feel weird.'

Richard looked at her arms and hands " Don't worry your body is changing, just like the day you grew your horns."

Richard pulled Marika in his embrace and hugged her.

"Just try to relax, and breath slowly."

Khai saw his mommy had a hard time and he climbed on her shoulders as if he was hugging her.

Marika relaxed and her hands and arms started hurt less and less. As she stopped feeling pain she looked at her arms and hands, the looked like dragon claws. But her arms and hand still had the same size.

'Wow! Now I can do some nice damage with my hands!'

Richard wasn't surprised by her reaction. How could he, they day she grew her horn she was happy like a child.

He stretched out Marika's arm "You are right there are some fine knifes on your fingers." As he was laughing.

Marika also started to laugh, 'Then that means I'm almost done?'

"Well that is something that is unknown as of now. While the Green Dragon Clan go's through 3 stages, we Azure Dragon clan go through 4."

"But you have both of the dragons blood in you so, it could be 3 or it could be 4, or maybe even more."

Marika 'So I have to endure one or two or even more?'

Richard nodded. " While I and doctor Niveus were looking through recorded cases like you self, we found one of the that was of decanted of the Black Dragon Clan and the Azure Dragon Clan.

The Black Dragon Clan also has to go through 4 stages."

"Normally a child will take after one of its parents but not both. Like you there was one child who took after both parents but in the end died at a young age. And that's because at the 8th stage he died. His body couldn't handle the stress."

Marika was listening and then said 'I won't end up like that descendant, because I have you with me and everybody else. Because I have everybody's support and love, and I want that happiness to last for a very long time!'

Richard smiled "That's true, you are strong minded and you will succeed. Even if you have to go through seven stages."

Marika smiled and hugged Richard and whispered 'don't leave my side in this life or the next.'

"I'll will always stay at your side."

'Now let's pack up for tomorrow, because we are already a day behind schedule.'

Richard smiled at Marika and asked "We have one more problem to solve after we have packed up."

'And what is that?'

"Our little child here, he doesn't want to be separated from us. Well for tonight it's no problem but what are we going to do when we are in Ignis Kingdom, you said I should stay in the castle and you would be staying in a inn for two nights."

Marika was thinking of something that would help the baby dragon stay calm and not throwing a tantrum or be sad for two night because she wasn't there.

'Khai, you go help daddy to pack up, and mommy will be next door so I'm close by oké.'

'But after tonight you have to stay with daddy because mommy has to stay somewhere else. And your much more safe with daddy than with mommy. So be a good boy and stay with daddy until mommy comes back.'

'If you promise you will be a good boy, I'll stay with you and daddy tonight, alright?'

Khai didn't like it but he knew he couldn't do anything about it, so all he could was to listen to his mommy.

Marika then went to her room and packed up the dress and cloak the bought at Faber Village. As she was packing she sang the tong earlier and hummed two more and recorded it for Richard so he could play it for Khai if he was getting sad or anxious, she also made a small collar with a stone on it and put in some of her energy so he could wear it and have the feeling that she was with him when she was not there.

After she was done packing she took the small pouch and went to Richards room, there she was met with a cute little Khai who was playing hid and seek with Richard and his cloths. She started laugh.

He looked so adorable when his little head came from under the cloth.

'How long are you going to take to pack up?'

"Well he wants you to have the final decision on what to bring."

'Alright!'

As she looked at the clothe 'Do you have anything formal in those upcoming days?'

"I have two meetings but that's about it."

'These two are for when you have nothing to do, these two are for your formal meetings, and….'

Marika's eyes were caught by a suit that was hanging in the closet. It was the most beautiful Azure color she had ever seen.

'And you're going to wear this to the engagement party! And have a dance with me!'

'This will go well with the dress I'm going to wear.'

"What does your dress look like?"

'That is going to be a surprise, but I bet that when you see me then you'll have to be fending of other men.' She said with a teasing smile.

She then walked over to Richard 'This is for Khai, give it him when your settled in alright?'

After she was done helping pack, she cleaned up the rest of the cloth and went to bed with Richard and Khai.

During the night Marika started have a nightmare, Khai woke up because his mommy was restless in her sleep and woke up Richard. Richard saw Marika was sweating and restless.

Richard enter Marika's dream, and saw glimpse of her past, he finally understood why she had such a fear of doctors. And her life was constantly being targeted. He also saw a part of her memories where she was left at her grandmother, and her parents visiting her as much as they could. But what really stood out to him was memories when her mother was pregnant and stayed for a long period of time. She loved Marika so much and wanted her daughter to bond with her new sibling. And when her father and brother came over she apologized to her brother that she was keeping their mother all to herself. But her brother didn't look angry or jalousie.

Instead he smiled at Marika, "Our new brother or sister already received my love, now it's your turn to give him or her your love, so he or she will know there is a sister who will love them."

But that happy memory faded like melting ice in the sun. Soon he saw Marika going back to live with her parent and her hell started all over again. She was target a lot, and had a brush with death 6 time already. At the age of 16 she told her parent and siblings she was going to live by herself. So they would be safe. She thanked them for giving her life and left her home.

Richard stepped out of her dream, and felt his heart ache for her. But he got to understand why Marika was so sensitive to loss of people that were imported to her. She either had to say goodbye to them by leaving them behind so they would be safe, or they lost their lives because of her.

She had to endure so much, and it was nothing short of a miracle she survived for as long as she did. But by visiting her dreams he found out on which clan was targeting her. But he will tell her that in the morning.

Richard saw Marika crying in her sleep and held her as he whispered "I'm here, you're not alone anymore. I'll always be by your side."

Marika calmed down and went in to a peaceful sleep. Khai and Richard now saw she was sleeping peacefully they also went back to sleep.

[ Next day ]

It was already morning and Marika woke up. She was looking at the sleeping man and baby dragon.

She went to the bath room and started to wash up, when she looked in the mirror started to cry silently.

Richard woke up and saw Marika was gone, but he heard the sound of her crying. He walked over to the bath room and saw her all huddled up on the ground.

"Did you have a bad dream?"

Marika nodded.

Richard set down next to her

"Well actually I visited your dream, because Khai was worried about you."

"What I saw was tearing my heart apart, but not all of it was bad, your father, mother and brothers loved you very much."

"And I already found out which clan was targeting you throughout your live in the human world."

Marika looked at Richard 'I really am a broken person and a monster.'

Richard shook his head.

"Keep this in mind the clan who targeted you created their own downfall by make you the way you are now. Your very strong and smart."

'Which clan was it?'

"The Red Dragon Clan."

"So at the party show your strength and that you survived all there attacks and make them fear you to their core."

Marika nodded and smiled.

As they were on their way to Ignis Kingdom Marika started to lay out of her plan at the party.

She was going to use Faber village and the attack on it by the both clans as the start of the commotion. She would roll with whatever they would throw at her because they could not rebuke any of it in the long run. She gave the orb to Richard so he could give it to Canus if they demand for her to prove her heritage. She also gave 3 pouches containing each 27 pills of a very powerful antidote. It could neutralize every existing poison.

'Give Canus and Cinis one to, because when you arrive that white lotus b*tch will try to plot something to you guys. And I don't want my future husband cheating on me.'

'Khai you make sure that no women touches daddy, because if they do… They are all dead.'

Richard whispered to Khai "You better do what mommy says because she is really scary when she is angry."

'Do you have the recordings of our little man hunt in the forest?'

Richard nodded.

'Great, I'm going to need it.'

"But how are you going to prove their attacks on you in the human word?"

'I already have a memory orb and stored them in there and you also contain my memories because you visited my dream.'

'Now as for my sword, you hold on to Guardian and Canus Master, and give your new sword to Cinis.'

'I left a message in the pill pouches the one with the red cord is for Canus the one with the blue cord is for Cinis.'

'Now I want you to promise me, that whatever happens don't panic and don't come rushing to my aid. I can handle this, have some faith in me oké!?'

"As long as you promise me not to break your seal again, you can do whatever you want, I won't stop you." And he place a kiss on Marika's hand

'I promise.'

'Ohh I almost forgot' she took out another pouch, it had a green blue string on it.

'This is a present for our little child here, give it to him when you guys are settled in.'

[Favilla District ]

As the reached Favilla, Before Marika got of the carriage 'Let me know when the Green Dragon Clan arrives or when they are already there. That when I make my appearance.'

'Khai, take good care of daddy and remember your mission, no women is allowed to touch him.'

She cuddled the baby dragon 'see you in two days baby.'

Marika got of the carriage and went to an inn. Favilla district was within the castle walls so it would only be a straight line to the door of the castle.

When she entered the inn there was a lively atmosphere. Everybody drinking and making marry.

She really liked it, so she asked if there was a room for her to stay in for at least 3 nights. The inn keeper told her there was only one room left and it was the biggest they had with a balcony facing the palace and it would cost 100 silver per night. She gave the inn keeper 600 silver pieces, and nobody was allowed to disturb her.

The inn keeper nodded and took her to the room and gave her the key. She laid down on the bed and got some rest. After she changed cloths she went down again and order some food and a drink.

When she was eating a few man came over to her, and started to talk to her.

"Hello there pretty, where are you from?"

She rolled her eyes and said 'worst pick up line ever.'

As she continued to eat and showed no interest in them they left her alone. She taught at least these man were decant enough. But she had noticed the atmosphere had changed as 3 man walked in.

After that another group of man were standing in front of her. But they looked like scumbags to her so she pretended not to notices them.

"Hey there little girl, do you wane have some fun with us?"

'Waiter I want to order another plate!'

"Is she ignoring us?"

The waiter looked nervous and whispered to Marika to not anger them.

'You're saying because of those 3 I'm not allowed to eat by myself in peace?'

She told her order and said to take the time in preparing it. That's because she was about to kick the crap out of those 3 man.

'So define your way of fun? Because my definition of fun is totally different from yours.'

The 3 man started to laugh. "Ohh so we have a little wild cat on our hands."

Marika was sitting in the back of her chair.

The leader of the group walked up to hear and grabbed her face. "I really like feisty girls like you."

Marika was getting annoyed and grabbed the wrist of the man and started to crush his bones with her grip and strength.

She then pulled a pulling move and the man's head hit the table with a loud sound. Her second move was an restraining move. Everybody in the inn was shocked because it all went so fast.

'Next time you try to pick up a girl you should at least learn to back off when she is not interested, because women like me don't like to be told what we can and cannot do.'

'Let me tell you this, my definition of fun is to beat the shit out of you and castrate you after that.'

Marika only let out a slight killing intent, but enough to make them fear her an to never bother her again.

'Ohh and one more thing if you force a women and I get wind of that, you better prepare your graves because you will be in there in no time.'

The other two man started to charge at Marika. She smiled as they were perfectly aligned with the door.

She yelled 'Open the door!'

When the door was open she kicked out the first person who charged at her, the second was thrown out by her and the leader ran out himself.

She then yelled 'Don't ever come here again until your clean up your act.'

All the guest in the inn were speechless. This young women just single handedly took out 3 big man.

And they all started to cheer for her.

The atmosphere was cheery and happy again. 3 women walked up to Marika who were curious about her.

As the started to talk, Marika smiled.

'How did you become so strong?' one of the women asked her.

'I trained myself to be strong.'

'But man don't like strong women' the second women said.

Marika said in a loud voice 'If men don't like strong women than that is there loss, because if men like weak women then they are weak to.'

The 3 women started to laugh.

Marika then said 'Strength is not always physical, if your smart you can turn any situation to your own advantage without even lifting a finger.'

As the night went on the four women had fun and were drink and laughing , from time to time a man approached them but it was all in good fun. When it was around midnight the guest started leave and Marika went to her room.

[ Castle of Ignis Kingdom ]

It was evening when Richard arrived and was greeted by Canus and Cinis. They walked Richard to his room and went in to discuss Marika's plan. As he told them wat she told him they nodded.

Richard then gave them the pouches Marika gave him to pass along.

"There are 27 antidote pills in it that can effectively counter all existing poisons. She was worried the Cinis Fiancé would plan something now that I arrived"

"Ohh and there is a message in the pouch for you guys."

Canus opened his pouch and read the message. 'To Canus whatever happens on the night of the party just play along and keep your cool try to not know me. PS if you break my sword or let it get stolen I'll kill you! With love Marika'

Richard and Cinis started to laugh.

"She really cares about that sword."

"Of course it was a gift from me to her" Richard said.

Cinis started to read his message to 'To my friend and ally, I leave the orb to reveal my identity to you so you can bring it out if needed, I also entrust the sword that I gave to Richard in your care. Have faith in me and you will be single again very soon. With love Marika.'

Then Canus asked "Why is there a baby dragon with you?"

"Oh Khai is our son, and he has the job to fend off any women who tries to touch me." Richard said with a straight face.

What the.. huh.. how… Canus couldn't make send it.

Then Cinis said "I think you just fried his brain"

"Well he wasn't that smart to begin with so there shouldn't be a problem" Richard said while laughing.

As it was starting to get late the brothers left the room.

Khai started to get sad "You miss mommy? I also miss her."

Then Richard remember the gift for Khai.

"Mommy left you a gift! Shall we look what she has left you?"

Khai started to perk up a bit.

Richard took out a letter and a collar.

To my dear son, this collar was mad by mommy and it has mommy's presence in it, so I'm always with you. No matter where you are. Be good and I'll see you soon.

To dear Daddy, if anything happens to our child please crack the stone on his collar and let him absorb my energy. There is also a recording orb so if you both miss me play it and know that I'm always thinking of you both.

Khai was more at peace ever since Richard put the collar. He then started to play the recording orb. A beautiful humming tune came from the orb. Both Richard and Khai were listening and felt like Marika was actually there with them. The last melody she hummed was the melody of the piano piece she had written for Richard. (I'm always here for you!).

Richard looked at Khai and saw he was asleep. He changed his clothes and put Khai on the bed next to him and they both fell in a peaceful sleep.

[ The next day ]

Richard was getting ready for a meeting with the current King and Crown Prince Canus.

Just as he finished changing in a set Marika had picked out there was a knock on the door.

Khai heard the knock and he could smell there was a strange sent at the door.

As Richard was walking over to the door Khai climbed on Richard shoulder. Richard looked at Khai in surprise, but he let him be.

As he was opening the door there was a women standing, Marika's word came to mind as she told their son no women was allowed to touch him. The women that was standing there was none other than the 3rd princess of the Red Dragon Clan.

Richard asked coldly "What do you want?"

'It's a pleasure to meet you Your Majesty the Moon King. I was wondering if I could invite you to a cup of tea after your meeting with the King and Crown Prince? '

"For what purposes do you invite me?"

The Woman approached Richard 'I want to establish good relationship with my husbands allied country.'

Richard took a step back and said "If you value your life you better stay where you are."

But the women didn't listen and as she was trying to touch him, Khai then bit her when her hand was in his reach.

The women screamed out of fear and looked at Richard. She then spotted the baby dragon on his shoulder.

Richard then said. "If you want your husband to continue to have good relation with my kingdom, you better know your place and don't approached me again in the future. Because my son doesn't like you and his mother will kill you if she finds out, if you keep ad it" His voice was cold and threatening .

He closed the door and left the 3rd princess there in a stated of disbelieve as he walked off to the meeting with Khai still on his shoulder.

At that same time Marika was out on the streets and strolling the marked. She was picking up some herbs and some souvenir's for her father and two brothers.

But during her shopping time she had already caught 3 thieves who tried to rob her and 2 men who were harassing her. The soldiers took all the man away, and were very thankful to her. 5 criminals were captured thanks to her. They even asked if she could be a undercover agent for them. She declined their offer because she would only be in the district for a few days.

The Crime Lord got wind of what had happen, and told them to capture the women responsible for apprehending 5 of his men.

Marika had already figured out what her opponent was thing so she told a few soldiers to keep an eye on her and as soon as she was taken away by them 2 should fallow them and 1 should go back to get reinforcement.

It was already midday and what she predicted happen. The Soldiers fallowed as planned and fount there hide out. One of the two went back to lead the reinforcement back to the hide out and one stayed to and hide away, so he could support her if needed.

"So you're the little b*tch who took 5 of my man?"

The man looked in his mid-30th and had a scar on his cheek. Marika was unfazed by the group of man and she counted in her head there were only 6 including their leader.

She smiled 'You guys are so predictable. But you sure underestimate your opponent.'

Al thought she had no weapon with her she had her new dragon claw's so she wasn't unarmed.

"So you think you can beat us?"

'I don't think, I know I can beat you all even if you attack me all together'

The leader started to laugh out loud, and the soldier that was hidden outside heard it so he got curious on what was going on.

"Guys let's make her beg for mercy shall we!"

Marika had a smile on her face ' Make me beg you? You're the ones who would start begging me!"

They started to attack her and the captain of the reinforcement arrived. And asked the soldier who was standing guard. "What is the situation?"

"Uhm you better look for yourself sir."

They opened the door and saw Marika beat the crap out of 6 people who were attacking her all at once. The captain stood in disbelieve at what he saw. The criminals were beaten in a mere 2 minutes.

Marika saw the reinforcement and said "You can take them away, they should be out for an hour or so.'

The captain then asked her "Why did you need reinforcement?"

'I know I'm strong, but you think I can drag 6 man alone?'

The captain started to laugh. "We like to reward you for making this district safe again and helped capturing the Crime Lord."

Marika didn't want anything in particularly, but then she thought of something.

'Since I'll be attending the engagement party in two days would you grand me the honor of guiding me to the palace?' she asked the captain.

The captain and the soldiers all looked stupefied, but then the captain and the soldiers all said unified.

"We will grand you this honor and we are honor to guide a guest of the of the prince."

Marika smiled 'Ohh one more thing, if you have to report about this, please put in your report that a vigilantly had helped you.'

The Captain and the soldiers saluted Marika and said they would do as she had asked of them. She told them where she was staying so if there was anything they could find her there. She said her goodbye to them and left the place. But then one of the soldiers fallowed her and called out to her.

"Miss you dropped your bag when you were captured!"

'Ahh thank you!'

"No, this is nothing in compare's what you did for us!"

'That's alright, a single gesture of good will, can bring you help later in the future.'

The soldier saluted her again and then let her walk away.