The Bloodied Path to Freedom XIV

Ms. Onoya's body stilled for a moment before collapsing to the ground, lifeless. Seiya pulled his staff from her fallen form and swung it in a fluid, whipping motion to shake off the blood that clung to it—though its stainless steel was already stained red from the battle. Releasing the staff, he allowed it to float beside him as he walked back the way he had come.

When Seiya reached the now ruined main hall where he had left everyone, he encountered Hayne, who was glancing around as if searching for something.

Upon spotting Seiya, Hayne sauntered over to him, causing those who had been wary of Seiya to stare in awe at his casual approach.

"I've been looking for you. Where did you go?" Hayne asked.

Seiya remained silent, unsure how to respond, as he hadn't been anywhere significant.

Noting Seiya's silence, Hayne continued. "Forget that. Anyway, we need to start leaving now."