Chapter 5

He doesn't believe in mythical creatures, yet that doesn't entirely dismiss the possibility of encountering one. Ever since he first brought her home, it became evident to him that she was not an ordinary human being.His awareness was sharp enough to pick up on these distinctive qualities. As they stood facing each other, a silent conversation seemed to take place, with thoughts passing between them. Suddenly, she darted towards them with impressive speed, leaping high into the air before striking out with a powerful punch.The adversaries swiftly dodged the attack, narrowly avoiding the blow, which only left a deep impression on the ground where her fist landed. The action unfolded rapidly, resembling a scene from a sped-up film, causing his eyes to struggle to keep pace with the event.Her undeniably amazing footwork and fast fists were a sight to behold as she landed precise hits on her enemies, each movement emitting an aura of strenght and agility. All of this incredible prowess emanated effortlessly from her slim and graceful body figure. It was truly a display of her exceptional skills in combat.The sheer strength she possessed was truly admirable, as she single-handedly took on five opponents simultaneously, both in mid-air and on the ground. Her capabilities knew no bounds, leaving him feeling utterly powerless and incapable of offering any assistance. Despite his willingness, he knew he was no match for the supernatural strength displayed by her enemies. Unable to mask his astonishment at the fight, he was completely caught off guard when one of the winged adversaries took aim with his arrow, targeting him directly.It was a dangerous moment that demanded swift action. Recognizing the imminent danger facing him, she sprang into action without a moment's hesitation, rushing in to shield him from the deadly arrow.In a flash, he found himseld confronted by her majestic ash grey wings, a shield against her enemies, far grander in scale. Her once ebony locks now shimmered with a silvery hue, while her eyes transformed into pools of stunning grey. In a haunting moment, she bestowed upon him a faint smile even as blood trickled from her lips.The scene took a chilling turn as crimson began to seep into the fabric of her beige dress, a stark contrast to the innocence it once symbolized. His eyes widened with a mixture of horror and disbelief as he caught sight of the arrow lodged in her chest, deadly projectile meant for him.The realization struck him with crushing force as three more arrows found their mark, cutting through the air with lethal precision from one of her assailant. It was a heart-wrenching sight, witnessing her gradual descent into weakness.With legs trembling with sudden vulnerability, he sank to his knees before her, his gaze a mix of concern and tenderness. Even in her diminishing strength, a fierce fire blazed in her fading gaze. She might be waning, but she clung to the will to fight on, refusing to succumb to the impending darkness, not just yet.