My Last Hunt

Journey (22)

Less likely yet reasonable 

"Hence we are moving another island this means the distance is closing. I wonder if we will be able to meet up after the Hightown separately assign us different placing's." Wuza was not sure how the fate would unfold in the coming events. They were walking toward the boundary line between the two islands. "Never a problem; if you are in the Hightown you can always look for me in the Flame Seeker Guild campus. If I am not on any mission then you will be able to see me." Lowa pleasantly spoke. "Haha sure." Wuza gladly added. 

He was clear that he cannot ask the same question from brother hunter. Qiao was the type of person who would show sensible side of his character as long as the person in front was not trying to walk over his head. After spending some time Wuza can tell at what point he should not ask anything from brother hunter or remain under limits. Qiao was hearing them in hope that Lowa might talk about him or anything or Wuza might bring topic of discussion about him but until now they were talking random things. He shook his head and sighed. 

The Angry Dales was a vast area spanning beyond limits. The meadows were not the only natural scenery in fact the unique aspect of the island was it occasionally changing landmarks. With the impact of surrounding water force the ground plates of the island usually get dislocated and relocated. It was strange phenomena that the despite dislocating and then relocating the island did not scatter in the ocean. There was another phenomenon which added to the charm of the island. The green meadows were more than five feet extended and whoever walked between the meadows would be like stray cattle. The monsters in this island were habitual with the usual tradition of the nature. 

"Brother hunter is different; he might be very busy in level up that we might not be able to see him." Wuza finally brought up the topic and Qiao unknowingly slower down his footsteps. "He is indeed strong and ambitious; we will be minor in front of him in the future so he might not wish to befriend some minors." Her tone was not sarcastic but plain this means in her eyes the young hunter was some exalted person who would be huge in future compared to them. 

This ached his heart however he was not supposed to turn back and deny her perception about his priorities. "At least we can brag that we are acquainted with the super strong Hunter King; how is it?" Lowa smiled lightly and shrugged her shoulders. Her mother always said that once a man eventually makes a way to the heart of a woman then no one else can take the place ever. It seemed her heart was greatly moved but he was too far to be dreamed about much less to win his affection. It was similar to wish for the broken star fell in front of the eyes whenever one wished. 

"Lowa you talk too much sweet; it is indeed thing of bragging we are traveling with brother hunter and I will definitely tell tales about the rational and strong perch of events that we went through during this journey. The other hunters would hear all the stories with great attention." Wuza chuckled and at the same time his smile disappeared because Qiao slightly turned back and frowned. "We are near the boundary line and it needed your attention first." Qiao told grimly. The boundary line was joining with the ground plates there was not visible breach between yet the water splashing against the line can bring trouble. 

"This…" Lowa was speechless. This was the first ever boundary line she witnessed as dead crossing. Usually reaching next island does not bring much changes in the ground or the area. Qiao stepped on it and led them. "Remember do not step on the same ground plate at once; I am not sure if the plates can bear the burden of two." His expressions were no more mild or soft. Lowa sneaked and sighed. She would always remember his soft tone when he told her that she was fine and they were escaping from the danger. He seemed world's most caring and affectionate hunter back then though for a moment. 

Nodding his instructions Lowa remained behind Wuza. "No you need to remain in the middle; in case the ground plate slips away Wuza could help you." Qiao explained. "Indeed brother hunter is right." Wuza immediately stepped back and let Lowa walk ahead. The water was still splashing against the edges. Qiao carefully treaded toward the leading path. As they were moving forward the depth of the ground plates were increasing. 

This said the water level perhaps went up or the ground plates were twisting down. Actually the ground plates naturally existed this way. It only let the travelers cross through however cannot promise that they would not get wet with the water. The water level few inches increased and the water was still splashing. Qiao waded forward without getting much concerned while Lowa was staggering now. If she had her sword she might have used it for support however a dagger cannot give any support. Wuza has no sword with him because he does not hunt with weapon. As for Qiao other than shapeless weapon in his hand there was big sword on his back. 

"Hunter Qiao can you lend me your sword?" Lowa asked hesitating. He slightly turned and noticed her worry. "Sure but be careful." He held his sword and passed her. "Thanks for concerning I will take care myself." She pleasantly voiced. "I was not referring you but the sword." Qiao answered without looking at her. "I had to return it the senior after reaching Hightown and cannot bear to loss it." He explained plainly. Lowa nodded. Her tiny heart broke in several thousand pieces immediately but there was a smile on her face. 

"I understood." Replied Lowa. Wuza could see that the behavior of the brother hunter did not change much from the beginning of their first interaction yet there were several noticeable changes in the actions of the huntress. Since she was now his sibling he should care her belongings. Lowa stabbed the tip of the sword at every next step to make her treading safe from the water force. The water level was now reaching their knees because they were in the middle of the line between two islands. 

Slowly and steadily they were able to reach at the other end. When they started from the boundary the weather was dull and cold but on the other end the weather seemed spring. Whole huge meadows welcomed them along with the unusual wind. If this wind flow keeps going in a town then the government usually built windmills for generating electricity in the advanced world but here the monsters might be getting the air flow at their best or worst. The changes were huge. As to what make the weather become spring they had yet to explore. There must be a reason else it was questionable that in the middle of winters here it was spring. 

Now it seemed that perhaps their journey was too long for them to start in the winter and cross an island reaching in spring. Then this would be the worst nightmares. They only took one day and night despite the cold and snow; there was drizzling too but they did not care about it. "This is it." Wuza gasped with wonder. Lowa was also shocked. She was expecting more cold weather and harsh circumstances yet the sight in front seemed unrealistic. Here head was visible through the huge meadows while Wuza was standing near. 

"This place is peaceful and beautiful then why it is called Angry Dales?" Lowa asked out of curiosity. Her neck was still the same red marked because she was not resting anywhere and constantly traveling. The healing was slow. Thanks to the presence of two hunters that she was getting back to her normal self. One of them has moved her heart and the second became the cutest sibling. "This place can only answer your question." Qiao answered looking the surrounding and then his eyes fell at her neck which had yet to heal. 

"You should cover your neck; the monsters can sense human blood and it might not bring good for us." Apparently he wanted to show that he does not care anything other than the invasion of monster however actually it gives him ache to see her in this condition. He had set his first priority after reaching Hightown to report about the events going on in the Vaga Hillocks and make sure the Hightown should not ignore else he would use his brain to force the oldies. His heart won't rest until the weird race gets destroyed from the face of the world.