The Moonlight Swordsman



"It is time,"

"Okay Dadar, lead the way."

As they walked out of the room, the king led them with a confident step toward the Felgura Kingdom's luxurious balcony.

The entire group followed suit, taking their places on plush sofas strategically arranged to offer utmost comfort.

Aizel was drawn to the edge of the balcony, where he leaned against the elegant railing and looked out over the huge Colosseum.

From that high up, the people below looked like tiny dots, their movements barely visible from such a height.

As Aizel's eyes wandered, he caught sight of three more balconies where the mages, kings, and queens of other countries stood, making a colorful mosaic of power and prestige.

His eyes were pulled to the regal figure of the Theodora Queen from where she was standing. 

Clad in opulent crimson robes that accentuated her graceful form, her long, flowing red hair swayed gently in the breeze.

When her eyes met Aizel's, she smiled warmly, and with a gentle wave of her hand, she acknowledged his presence.

This bitch,"

"Ignore her and take your seat," Ashlyn said, arriving beside him.

"You are right, no point in thinking about that."

Aizel turned around and walked straight towards Daisy who was sitting with Seraphine and sat beside them.

"I hope Ginger ain't nervous," He said.

"She didn't look like when she went for the stage," Daisy replied.

"She is scared," Seraphine said.

"This is the first time, she is participating in such a big event and in front of everyone,"

"Well no matter how she does, we will cheer her," he replied.

Both Daisy and Seraphine nodded in agreement. 

As time went on, Aizel started to feel more at ease when Hazel was around. 

The initial sense of disgust that had once lingered between them had gradually dissipated, replaced by a growing sense of friendship.

Aizel recognized the potential in Hazel's skill as a potion maker, and he made the decision to invest in her talents from the very beginning. 

With Vespara as their teacher and leader, Aizel and Hazel can dig deeper into the world of potions and can uncover a myriad of possibilities.

Their collaborative efforts, fueled by Aizel's boundless imagination and Hazel's expertise, held the promise of creating entirely new concoctions, ones that could prove invaluable in the future.

Meanwhile, at the same time, Zareena was staring Aizel from the corner of her eyes.

Really it has made it easy for me to get rid of you now. Now the Queen is after you, I am sure she will take action right after the potion-making competition."

Aizel oh Aizel, let's see, after having so many opportunities and mentors, can you survive a single day here," Zareena thought.

AHEEMMMM.....

"WOAAAAAAAAHHAHHHHH" 

The loud voice of the lone man standing on the stage reverberated through the grand Colosseum. Causing the entire crowd to erupt in a thunderous roar. 

*Shiver*

The sheer intensity of their collective excitement sent a shiver down Aizel's spine, leaving him with goosebumps.

He had never before experienced such an overwhelming display of enthusiasm, not even during the most fervent sports matches in the stadium. 

The colosseum seemed to shake from the weight of their energy as if their excitement could move mountains just by itself.

"Are you REAADDDDDYYYYYYYY"

"SHOKA ...

"SHOKA...

"SHOKA ...

"SHOKA ...

"SHOKA...

"HAHAHAHA, It's good to be back once again. I have been so excited that I wasn't able to sleep for a whole week.

"Now finally that day has arrived...

"Where all the mages from all around the Xelgar, will fight to?

"DEATH...

"DEATH...

"DEATH...

"DEATH...

"DEATH...

"They will tear each other apart and drink their?

"Blood...

"Blood...

"Blood...

"Blood...

"Blood...

"They only have one thing in their mind and that is?

"Kill...

"Kill...

"Kill...

"Kill...

"Kill...

"So without wasting any time, I welcome you all, for the yet anotherrrrrrrrrrr.....

"INTER...KINDOM...MOTHER FUCKINGGGGGG...

"OOOOOOOOO....

"OOOOOOOOO.....

"OOOOOOOOO....

"OOOOOOOOO.....

"OOOOOOOOO....

"TOURNAMENTTTTTT,,,,"

"YEAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

"YEAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

"YEAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

"YEAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

"YEAHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!!!!!.....

Aizel could feel the crowd's excitement as it rippled through the huge Colosseum. A broad smile illuminated his face, his dark eyes sparkling with uncontainable excitement. 

The sheer energy in the air seemed to infuse his very being, filling him with a sense of anticipation and delight.

Man, I can't wait to fight now. I just wish I could jump there straight and challenge someone right now."

[Calm down Master, our turn will come. We will make this crowd stand on their feet and will shake the whole kingdom with our performance today]

Damn right,"

"Now... let's start with our first competition. These mages are considered to be at the top of the social ladder.

"Everyone highly values them and the things they brew may even grow your dick if it's small...

"Hahahahah....

"Hahahahah....

"Hahahahah....

"Without wasting any time.....let's start the Potionnnnnnnnn Makingggg....

"COMPETITION...

"WOAH.....

"WOAH.....

"WOAH.....

One by one, the mages came out of a hidden tunnel and made their way to the small center stage, which was nestled in the middle of the Colosseum's grandeur.

Adorned in their resplendent kingdom robes, each mage bore the distinctive colors and symbols that represented their respective homelands.

The Felgura kingdom mages, donned in white and golden robes, proudly displayed the majestic figure of a soaring griffin upon their backs. 

Theodora Kingdom mages, clad in dark red and black attire, showcased a piercing spear symbol, signifying their indomitable strength. 

In their blue robes, the mages of the Beast Kingdom showed off the marks of the nine different races that lived together peacefully in their realm.

And lastly, the Zulivan Kingdom mages, adorned in vibrant green robes, proudly wore the emblem of an open book and ancient tomes, a testament to their profound knowledge and wisdom.

"So now everyone is here... You already know this isn't going to be a simple potion-making competition.

"Brewing a potion while you may be dead at any second, makes me excited.

"Lastly, every ruler is ready to place bets on whose Kingdom is going to win the first competition,

*Tap*

With a delicate touch, Shoka's feet lifted off the ground, defying gravity's pull.

Effortlessly, he ascended, gracefully levitating towards the balcony reserved for the Beast Kingdom.

"KING AND QUEENS," He slightly bowed in respect and came closer to them.

"What are you going to bet?"

"I will be honest here. I want both Felgura and Theodora to stop their hidden slaving market for our races." The Elf King said.

"OHHHH... Straight at point, I like that,"

Shoko quickly moved towards the Felgura Kingdom side.

"What about you, Young King?" he asked with a little bow.

This guy isn't even afraid of the King," Aizel thought.

"Then I asked in return to legally pass a bond for the supply of the Scarlie honey and bees,"

The Dark Elf Queen snorted hearing that while the Elf King nodded his head.

Then Shoko went towards the Zulivan Kingdom.

"My King, what would you like to bet?" He asked this time, respectfully with a full bow.

"I asked for knowledge related to all the space-time tombs and books you all are hiding secretly and share with us,"

Lastly, Shoko went towards the Queen of Theodora, who was simply sitting with a glass of alcohol.

"What about you QUEEN?" Shoka asked.

With a smile, she stared at Aizel.

Oh Boi... here we go,"