Chapter 50: Night Forest Invasion I
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Sora asked about Whitebolts whereabouts and found out where he lives. He told Maeko and Kaito about it. They all arrived at their destination. Their jaws dropped after seeing the size of Whitebolts mansion.
-Rekka lives here!? – Asked amazed Kaito.
-This the place they told me! – Answered Sora.
They couldn't enter the gates and rung the bell. A young maid opened the door.
-Who you three might be? – Kindly said the maid.
-Uh, we, uh... - Kaito stuttered.
-We are here to meet Rekka. – Said Maeko – We are his friends.
-Oh, okay. I'm going to ask Whitebolt-sama if I can let you in. – Said the maid and left.
-Are you sure this is a good idea? - Said Kaito.
-It is, trust me. - Answered Maeko.
After a couple of minutes, she returned.
-Whitebolt-sama isn't present at the moment. Sorry I can't let you in. – Maid looked saddened.
-Whitebolt knows us. We won't break or steal anything! – Maekos voice turned down – We just came to check on Rekka...
Kaito and Sora were amazed at Maekos confidence.
-Oh my. - The maid was persuaded by Maekos cuteness - Okay you can come in. Rekka-san is behind the mansion, you can meet him there. I trust you three.
The maid opened the door and they entered.
-This place is so beautiful! – Thought the kids.
They walked around the huge mansion with the maid guiding them. Sora saw Rekka trying to hold a fireball in the air.
-Rekka! – He screamed.
Rekkas concentration broke. He looked where the scream came from and saw his friends.
-What are you guys doing here! – Shouted Rekka and ran away.
The three ran after him.
-Be careful. – Said the maid and left – I hope they are his friends.
After a long chase, they finally got Rekka cornered.
-Why *Huff* are *Huff* you running *Huff* from us! – Said Sora while catching his breath.
Rekka didn't answer and ran away again. This time he was faster.
-That boy *Huff* doesn't get tired *Huff*. - Said Kaito.
-Why did they come for me? I only played with them for one day! – Thought Rekka.
He looked back and saw Kaito and Sora sat down. Maeko was still running after him with a serious face. Rekka felt sorry for her and stopped.
-Why are you running? – Calmly asked Maeko.
-Well, I... - Rekka sighed. He held in his tears – I ki...
-Rekka, seems your friends came to visit you. – Whitebolt put his hand on Rekkas head. He waved his other hand – Hello there. Could you all please leave? I have an important matter to discuss with Rekka.
-I need to... - Maeko calmed herself – Okay Whitebolt-san, I will tell the boys.
-Thank you. – Said Whitebolt – Come with me in the mansion Rekka.
Rekka nodded his head. He was relieved. Maeko and the boys soon left.
-Goodbye Rekka! – Said Kaito while waving his hand.
-Come visit us once in a while. – Said Sora.
-I will. – Giggled Rekka.
Maeko didn't say anything and they left. Rekka and Whitebolt started heading towards the mansion.
-What did you want to talk about? – Asked Rekka.
-Let's go where we can sit down.
Rekka looked at Whitebolt. He saw that Whitebolt looked serious like when he was in battle. They sat down in the living room.
-Do you want anything Whitebolt-sama? – Asked one maid.
-Nothing. Thank you. – Answered Whitebolt.
The maid left.
-Rekka, remember the Night Forest? – Whitebolt said in a serious tone.
-Yes? – Nervously answered Rekka.
-Today I was called in a Tier 5 and above adventurer meeting. – He laid back on the couch – Hordes of monsters powered with MP are coming from it. They said the adventurers on night patrol saw hundreds of Dark Golems coming out from the forest. Some of them with boulders as weapons. Right now, they are heading towards the city of Mal.
Rekka started shaking and got anxious.
-W-why are you t-telling me this? – Asked Rekka.
Whitebolt stood up.
-I need to go now, as I don't have much time. I don't know in how long it will take before I come back. We don't even know the source of reason why so many monsters suddenly started moving.
-Aren't golems Threat 5!?
-These ones are different. *Tsk* they are stronger. – Said Whitebolt.
He started heading towards the exit of the mansion. Rekka followed.
-Take me with you! – Said Rekka in a trembling voice.
Whitebolt smiled. He kneeled to match Rekkas height and put his hand on the boys shoulder.
-I need you to protect the mansion. If anything happens, meet my father.
-What do you mean if anything happens!? – Rekka teared up.
-My carriage is ready. Don't worry everything will be okay. – Whitebolt patted Rekkas head.
-No, no. – Rekka wiped of his tears - Promise me you will come back.
-I promise. Tell maids the full story. – Whitebolt stood up – Goodbye.
Rekka looked with worried eyes as Whitebolt left his plain of sight. He returned to the mansion and told the maids everything.
-Oh no!
-I will pray he comes back unscathed.
Rekka saw that maids were worried about Whitebolts wellbeing just like him.
-Don't worry, he will come back. He promised me! – Said Rekka with confidence and put his hand on his chest.
Maids continued housework and Rekka continued training.
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