"Twenty years ago, I was as young as you."
He just said something, and Trinville couldn't help being surprised. As he said, the old man with wrinkles on his face is not yet fifty years old. But he looked old, thin and withered. However, his voice convinced them that maybe what he was saying was true.
"How could anyone be born to live here? Mount Pedetalan is the most beautiful place I've ever seen. No matter what anyone says, that's what I think. But I'm tired of the beauty. I have to Living here, because like you said, I am also a magic bearer." Although he only admitted it now, they were not surprised at all.
"At that time, my fate was much more miserable than that of the little girl you are willing to protect with your life. I only have myself. But, I don't care."
Glenn listened quietly. He thought that the old man in front of him must have a sad and unknown past that made him lose hope in the Holy City. Suddenly, something moved in his heart.
"I know about the terrible ban on the mainland, but I have never regretted it at all. I am even proud of the magical power I possess. Although I can't tell anyone, because no one can understand my joy and sorrow. Except for one people.
Of course, there was someone else who knew it too. However, he treated me like an evil monster hiding from me. I'm heartbroken. In order to make that person happy, I even thought of going to the Holy City and giving up the power I was proud of. When I saw his disgusted eyes, it was as if I was his shame. I swore with tears that I would turn Palinkabakama upside down.
You have seen my power. If I want, I can make everyone kneel in fear. I despise this world that abandoned me, because I want to abandon it too!
My strength, sometimes even scares me. The monster that people are afraid of also bows down when they see me. I am incredibly powerful. I can change the minds of all creatures, both holy and evil. I can do anything. That's what I'm going to do. Until I met someone. Someone I truly admire. "
He lowered his head and fell into deep thought.
After hearing his story, they all felt sad for his tragic fate and angry at his self-destruction and willfulness.
"The man I met was different. I didn't know who he was at the time. However, he looked at me with eyes that I had not seen for a long time. I saw that he was sad and sad for me. But I didn't care at all. .How young I was at that time. The whole world did not pay attention to me.
I said to him, 'I've had enough of the glares, and I don't appreciate your sympathy either. What's that? Have mercy on me? What right do people who are weaker than me have to sympathize with me? I just want to do whatever I want, and no one can stop me. '"
Glenn, who had been listening quietly, suddenly said: "Molanke. You must be Mr. Molanke, you can't be wrong. I should have thought of it from the beginning."
No matter what he said, he couldn't shock his friends anymore. Trinville jumped to his feet. However, the arrogant master, who had been sitting firmly in his chair, also jumped up.
His eyes widened with horror on his face as he stared at Glenn. His friends were also stunned when they saw Molanke's expression.
They thought that the land that no one had set foot in during the barbaric era not only had a new owner long ago, but Grein also called out that person's name. There was no doubt that Trinville knew that his friend was right once again when he saw the look of disbelief on his face. Shock, confusion, and excitement made his hands tremble slightly. He also shouted: "What's going on, Glenn?"
Glenn didn't answer his question. He asked the old man: "I'm not wrong. Is it, Mr. Moranque?"
The old man recovered from the shock. He asked coldly: "Where did you hear this name? Who told you?"
Glenn smiled and said: "Actually, I should have guessed it from the beginning. Pedetalan Mountain - my teacher named this mountain. But you have already said it twice. You must know me. Teacher. I was fortunate enough to be with my mentor for seventeen years. He once told me about a person with regret. He admired him very much and felt sorry for him.
He is a passionate person. Although the injustice of his fate makes him cynical, my teacher sees the kindness in his heart. Although he was proud, he was heartbroken. My teacher said this name to me more than once. Because he and the young magic bearer once had an unknown competition. Is that you, Mr. Moranque? "
A look of surprise appeared on Molanke's face again. He asked in a low voice: "Who is your teacher?"
Trinville couldn't help but replied: "Grain's teacher is the greatest sage on the continent of Palinkabakama, Mr. Astral."
Upon hearing the name, Molanke fell down on his chair with a gloomy look and didn't speak for a long time. After a while, he murmured: "No wonder! It turns out you are Mr. Astral's disciple. No wonder you are so outstanding." He smiled bitterly, and the wrinkles on his face deepened. "Mr. Astral is the only person I admire. Unexpectedly, he has never forgotten me. So, how is Mr. Astral doing now?"
Glenn raised his hand to his chest and said, "My teacher has been called by God and left us."
Molanke covered his face with his hands, bowed his head and remained silent. After a while, he added: "Mr. has passed away. From now on, the only person who understands my heart is no longer here. So, did Mr. Astral tell you who won that competition?" ?”
Glenn smiled and said: "Winning or losing is a very ordinary thing in Mr.'s mind. So, I don't know who had the last laugh in that competition. However, when he mentioned your name, he couldn't help but sigh. He Said, 'That young man is very smart and ambitious. He had the opportunity to display his ambition and benefit the people on the mainland. Unfortunately, he was so arrogant that he gave up the protection of the Holy City.'"
Molanke had a bitter smile on his lips again. He sighed: "Although sir, I didn't attach much importance to that competition, but you must have guessed it when you saw my current state. Yes, I thought I was powerful, but I was completely defeated by your teacher." Opportunity. At that moment, I was so disheartened that I had to agree to his request and go to the Holy City. But..."
He was in a daze, his face seemed to be smiling but not smiling, and he was extremely sad. Everyone looked at him quietly, silent.
He continued: "However, I failed to fulfill the oath I swore in front of Mr. Astral. Although I failed, I still can't forgive that man. I was so ashamed that I couldn't face Mr. Astral and could only hide. In the wild and distant mountains, I am surrounded by mountains, forests, clouds and mist all day long. Ah, this is also my punishment for breaking my oath."
Grein wanted to ask what happened to make him lose faith in the Holy City. However, since even Mr. Astral could not make the stubborn and proud man in front of him surrender, no matter how he asked, he would not hear his answer.
Molanke was silent for a long time. Suddenly, he stood up and said: "My admiration for Mr. Astral comes from the heart and is sincere. However, what did his disciples learn from Mr. Astral? It is the reason why Mr. Astral's reputation has been Publicity or even shame, I still want to make sure.”
Glenn bowed and said: "Sir is like the bright moon, how can it be beyond the reach of ordinary people like us?"
Mo Lanke sneered and said: "It's good that you know. Although I can't seek revenge against your teacher whom I admire, but it's okay. Just let me see what kind of skills you have! My mind will not change - tomorrow , I will disappear from this hut. I will give you one day. If you can't find me, Miss Yamina will stay here. I will teach her and protect her on your behalf. Remember, this is the two of us. A face-to-face battle between me and you, the descendant of Mr. Astral!"
Loida had seen the power of Moranke. If he hadn't given up on his own, they would still be struggling in the fog. However, he asked Glenn to find his hiding place within a day. This is absolutely impossible.
Because, since he had made up his mind to keep Yamina, he couldn't be expected to let them go just as he did last time.
She shouted: "No! Mr. Glenn, you can't promise him." She cried loudly, and finally woke Yamina. She opened her eyes and saw sister Loida crying, and she burst into tears too.
Trinville jumped up, his eyes were red: "Don't even think about it! My big man Vika wants to see who can take Miss Yamina away from me."
Molanke sneered: "Mr. Trinville, do you think you can stop me?"
Glenn remained silent as he grabbed the furious Trinville. The cries of little Yamina and Loida made Trinville confused, but Grein lowered his head. Suddenly, he raised his head and said calmly: "That's it. One day."
Trinville couldn't believe his ears. He yelled: "Are you crazy? Grain. You can't say yes to him."
Loida hugged the crying Yamina tightly in despair, and she reached out suddenly to draw out her sword. Althea hugged her. However, Alsia's eyes were also full of disappointment and confusion.
Trinville looked at Grayn as if he didn't recognize him. "How could you do this, Glenn? Anyway, I don't care what you do or say, I will never leave Miss Yamina here to become as lonely, violent, and crazy as him. No matter what you promised , I must take her to the Holy City."
Faced with resistance and confusion from his friends, Glenn remained calm. He said: "I can't escape the battle started by Mr. Molanke. Even if it is for Mr.'s reputation, I will accept this challenge. Moreover, we have no other choice." He turned to look at Molan Grams, "One day. That's it."
Seeing that he agreed so readily, Molanke nodded. He murmured: "It's true. There is indeed something unusual about the person chosen by Mr. Astral."
He left the hut in a daze. They were left there in the candlelight, sad and disappointed.
There were no attacks from ferocious beasts or harassment from pursuers. They had a sleepless night in the silent cabin of Pedtarani Mountain. However, a glimmer of light has appeared in the horizon.
Loida wiped away her tears and said coldly: "Mr. Glenn, I misjudged you. But I will not forget my vows easily like you, even if this is the last time I see the sun, I I will also use my sword to cut off the clutches of Yamina-san. Even if my life passes away, I will use my last moments to protect her."
Trinville stood beside her, holding a spear in his hand, and swore his oath with great enthusiasm: "I swear on my life - even if I never see the sun rise today again, I will protect her like Miss Loida." The vow I made."
Althea looked at Glenn, and finally, she also walked to Loida's side. Loida looked at them gratefully. Althea hugged her, encouraged her, and comforted her. Little Yamina didn't know what was happening yet, but whenever she saw sister Loida crying, she would cry with her.
Glenn let out a long sigh.
The candle flickered, and the wind blowing in from the window made the flames jump happily. But that was the last glimmer of light.
The candle finally went out. The coming of dawn also made their hearts heavy and helpless.
Loida stood up, her face calm and firm. She handed little Yamina into Althea's hands and drew her sword.
Linville already had a spear in his hand, guarding them.
Glenn looked at them and said, "Please trust me one more time. Just once."
None of them answered. Althea looked at Loida's face and lowered her head.
Trinville's eyes were bloodshot with anger and sadness. He said coldly: "Grain, we once trusted you extremely. However, we will not be as cowardly as you. Even if we can't defeat him together, then we would rather die with Miss Yamina than We won’t let her be taken away from us.”
Glenn walked up to them, but they couldn't look him in the eyes. How many hardships they have gone through together. They once swore that they would live and die together and never leave. Perhaps they would never reach the Holy City again. Loida was heartbroken, Trinville was angry, and Althea was ashamed.
He solemnly said: "Please believe me. Your hearts and mine will always be together. I will never let something like that happen in front of us. If you no longer trust me, then I will no longer demand that you can Give me another chance. Just let me say a word to him."
Luoyida said: "What do you want to say to him? Say it in front of us now. Otherwise, we will never agree."
Glenn let out a long sigh.
Althea hugged Yamina and hesitated for a moment. Then she walked up to Loida and looked at her with longing eyes.
Loida asked sadly: "Miss Althea, do you want to be like him and stand with him?"
Althea's tears suddenly flowed down. She shook her head and nodded again.
Trinville was devastated. His friend, the friend he has always trusted and relied on the most. Now, what to do? Can I really trust you again?
He couldn't bear to see Althea's eyes full of tears. He lowered his head.
Loida hugged Althea, and she looked at Glenn with tears in her eyes. "One word!"
Glenn nodded.
The sun filled the courtyard. Moranke's gray figure came from a distance. He walked very slowly, as if he didn't know that they had been waiting for the sun for a long, long time.
He walked up to Glenn and stopped. He looked at them coldly. "Are you ready for the challenge?"
"Yes, Mr. Molanke." Grenn said word by word, "Just like you said, let's have a face-to-face battle!"
There was a look in Molanke's sunken eye sockets that they couldn't understand. He threw his head back and burst into laughter.
"Please remember, although I still owe your teacher a debt of gratitude, I will never show mercy."
They were all waiting for Glenn to say what he said. Although they didn't believe that any words could make Mo Lanke change his mind. But they still held on to their last glimmer of hope, hoping that he would say those words that would turn everything around.
However, Glenn only nodded.
Molanke turned around and strode out of the fence gate. His figure disappeared.
They were all stunned.
Loida was desperate. There's no way they can find Moranke! As if he had easily abandoned his oath to protect Yamina-san, Green deceived them again.
Whether they were angry, sad, or disappointed, it was as if Greene didn't see it. He walked to the stone bench and sat down, closing his eyes and letting them vent their anger.
No matter where you look, it's all in vain. Pedetalan Mountain is vast and far-reaching, densely forested, and full of hiding places.
Moreover, they all realized that Molanke didn't have to hide at all, and they had absolutely no trace. All people fell into despair.
Glenn had given up—they shouldn't have counted on him again in the first place.
They all gathered around little Yamina. The little girl had stopped crying long ago. She buried her face in Althea's arms and looked up at her. Her eyes, which had wiped away her tears, were clear, bright, and pitiful. Althea looked at Glenn who had her eyes closed tightly, Loida who was crying bitterly, and Trinville who was walking around manically. She couldn't bear the sad and helpless scene in front of her, so she could only close her eyes, feeling heartbroken. .
When they fled from the King's City of Babuklai, they were still firm and close friends who shared the same heart and shared countless crises and obstacles. The kingdom's pursuers, ferocious beasts, and rough and rugged roads, they fought hard all the way, but they became more deeply affectionate. They once vowed that for the sake of their friends, they would rather give up their most precious lives without any regrets.
But now, faced with different choices, they are at odds with each other and part ways.
They just stood there, letting time flow by slowly and mercilessly. None of them felt hungry, thirsty or tired, and they forgot how much time had passed.
The wind blew, and the flowers on the trees swayed in various colors, attracting bees and butterflies to dance around.
Glenn still had his eyes closed.
Trinville listened to Loida's sad cry, but Grayne remained indifferent. He was absolutely furious. His eyes widened and his face turned red.
He jumped in front of Glenn and shouted: "Have you seen it? What have you done! How could you make Miss Loida so sad! How could you just watch Miss Yamina being raped? Taken away from us! Where has the chivalrous heart in your heart that inspired your friends to eradicate evil and support the light gone? Are you still the good friend I was once proud of? Even though you know that we are not his opponent, but, If you join us and choose to fight for the people you cherish around you, even if you die in battle, I will be proud of you. But now, I want to tell you, you are no longer my friend."
Glenn seemed irritated by him. His breathing was rapid, his chest heaving.
"You really disappoint me. Yes, that's what I said." Seeing his expression, Trinville was heartbroken. "I want to say it again, you will never be..."
Before he finished speaking, Glenn, who had been sitting quietly on the stone bench, suddenly opened his eyes. Fire burst out of his eyes, jumping up like a leopard and rushing over like a bolt of lightning.
Trinville was caught off guard, and just as he said "ah", Grayne's swift figure whipped up a gust of wind and passed by him.
Their eyes were dazzled and they had no time to see what happened. However, Green hugged the tree tightly. His strength was so great that he made a "bang" sound. The branches and leaves are swaying, the ground is covered with broken flowers, and the bees and butterflies are nowhere to be seen.
What is he doing!
Before Trinville had time to turn around, Grayne had moved too fast just now, and he was completely overwhelmed by Grayne's speed and momentum. However, he saw Loyda suddenly cover her face with her hands, and the long sword fell to the ground with a clang. She hugged Yamina and burst into tears.
Miss Althea also seemed to be unrecognizable, her eyes were full of ecstasy and excitement.
Trinville was stunned. He turned slowly.
The tree is still the same tree. Under the tree, there was still a gray figure standing.
Glenn looked solemn and bowed deeply to the gray figure.
Trinville saw Althea's excited and silent joy, Loida's happy and sad tears, and the figure of her friend.
"We won?" Suddenly, tears flowed freely and fell on his chest.
Molanke lowered his hands and stood silently.
Glenn put his hand on his chest and bowed sincerely.
Molanke smiled bitterly, and his voice became even more desolate: "Okay, okay. I finally believe that although Mr. Astral is no longer here, his disciple is indeed an outstanding person. Losing to you is not There is nothing to be ashamed of. You must know that I lost to your teacher twenty years ago."
He looked at the people who were ecstatic and crying, and his expression immediately changed to the same arrogant and perverse expression he saw at first, and he said coldly: "I have already broken my trust with Mr. Astral once, so you don't have to worry. . I will keep my promise - there will be no more obstacles on Mount Pedetalan. My heart will guide you all the way out of here."
He turned around and walked heavily into the cabin.
