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>>46508967
>Look for any weak spots

Voting time extended.

>>46509224
You decide to scan the dragon for any weaknesses on his being. Recalling the words from a dragon knight, your eyes scan its chest, spotting a scar on it.

Quickly grabbing your blade, you swiftly move toward the dragon and stab your blade into the scar, causing it to roar in pain.

"My lady!" Tana shouts as she nocks an arrow, aiming at one of the dragon's eyes. "Stand away!"

Oh, double shit.

>"Hold your fire!"
>Do as she says.
>Drive your sword deeper into the dragon's wound.

>>46509455
>"Do as she says

>>46509455
>>Do as she says.

>>46509586
You pull out your sword and move away from the dragon, just in time for Tana to launch an arrow into its eye, making it thrash and run about in pain as a result.

A sigh of relief escapes your lips as you watch the beast crash into the nearby rocks and stumble around in pain. Now would be a good time to strike while it's in agony.

What do you do?

>Jump on its back and strike its neck.
>Use one of your techniques.
>Try to cripple it even further.

>>46509835
>Try to cripple it even further.

>>46509835
>>Use one of your techniques.

>>46509835
>>try to cripple it further by using your techniques.

>>46509835
You bring out your blade and release a vacuum wave, slicing into the back of one of the dragon's legs. The dragon roars in even greater pain as it falls over to the side.

With lightning speed, Tana shoots a few more arrows into the scar that you stabbed, sending the dragon into a violent thrashing.

It was time you ended this, but you had to be careful about this. You make your way towards the dragon and swing your sword again, this time a beam of light headed straight towards its neck and pierces right through it, causing large amounts of dragon blood to spurt out.

"Hell yeah!" Argon roars as he pumps his fist into the air. "I'm gonna enjoy bathing in that dragon blood!"

>"...No."
>"That's a black dragon. Their blood is poison."
>"We'll find another dragon, you can bathe in it's blood then, okay?"

>>46510520
>"That's a black dragon. Their blood is poison."

>>46510520
"No, Argon. That blood will only hurt you." You scold him. "And I don't want you getting ill."

"Fool." Tana adds her two cents in.

"Damn it!" Argon growls. "I never get a chance to do what I want!"

"I am certain you will find a dragon of your own to roll around in its blood." You sigh. Tiredness takes hold of your body, although you're careful not to let it show. You couldn't afford to collapse in the wilderness right now.

As the three of you head back to the village, you see... something coming towards you. You squint your eyes to see a human figure with a sword on their back.

Tana and Argon tense up and brandish their weapons, ready to pound the figure into dust.

What do you do?

>Wait for the figure to come to you.
>Draw out your weapon.
>Move back.

>>46510843
>Wait for the figure to come to you

>>46510843
>>Wait for the figure to come to you

>>46510843
You suddenly feel a sense of familiarity from the approaching figure. almost if...

"Wait!" You call out to your two disciples. "This isn't an enemy!"

"What?" Argon asks, confused.

Just then, a massive dust cloud blows through the three of you, you raise a hand to shield your eyes. As the dust settles, you see a familiar figure in front of you.

"...Well, if isn't Kaire Bueller." You remark, looking at your fellow S-Rank, who looks as if she hasn't broken a sweat. "Did you run all the way here?"

"I rode horseback to the village, and dropped the horse off, then ran all the way towards the noise." Is her reply. "I was going to help, but it seems like you handled it without me."

You sigh. "Well, your help would've been appreciated regardless. It's been a while since I've seen you. What have you been doing?"

"Exploring ruins as usual." Kaire answers curtly. She glances towards Tana and Argon. "And I see those two are still alive. I'm surprised they haven't been turned into ashes."

"Hey!" Argon shouts, offended.

"I resent that." Tana frowns at Kaire. "We are not so weak to be beaten easily from a mere dragon."

What do you say?

>"Stand down, both of you."
>"They did help me in killing the dragon."
>"They just need a little more training, that's all."

>>46511162
>"They did help me in killing the dragon."

>>46511162
>"They just need a little more training, that's all."

>>46511162
"They did help me slay the dragon." You defend them. They may not be strong as you are, but they can hold their own in combat.

"...I see." Kaire sighs. "Can we head back to town? I'm really tired."

You nod and the four of you head into the village, who rejoice at the news of the dragon's death. This is hardly what you wanted right now.

The tavern is bustling with life and noise as the villagers throw a party for your heroic deed. Argon is roaring in laughter as he downs a mug of beer, while Tana is talking to someone about her bow.

Kaire is just leaning against the wall in a corner, looking bored. You can't blame her, seeing she's not much of a party person. You rise up from your seat and head on over to join her.

"Gold for your thoughts?" You ask.

"I'm just wondering about my brother." Kaire sighs. "I'm worried he's gotten himself hurt on one of his missions."

You blink. You never heard about Kaire having a little brother. This was news to you. "I'm sure he'll be fine. Is he an adventurer?" You query.

"Yes, he's a B-rank." Kaire replies. "But I'm still worried about him. He might take on more than he can handle."

"I'm sure your brother will be fine." You assure her. "What's the worst that can happen to him?"


You are Kline Bueller, and you are fighting for your fucking life.

"TAKE THIS!" Verna yells, stabbing at a hand that emerged from a hole in the broken door. The owner screams in pain and retracts his bloody hand.

Gods, you had finally managed to fall asleep, and then, you were jolted awake to the sounds of the gang members trying to break in. What the hell happened while you were sleeping?!

You quickly usher the princess out of the way and slash at a gang member's head poking out from the window. This was getting crazy.

What do you do?

>Get the hell out of here.
>Keep fighting them off.

>>46511878
>Get the hell out of here.

>>46511878
>>Keep fighting them off.

>>46511878
"We can't keep fighting them!" You shout. "We have got to get out of here!"

"What?!" Verna shoots you an incredulous look.

"He's right, Verna! We have to go now!" Hilana barks at her bodyguard.

You quickly usher the girls into another room, spotting a window. You peep your head out and see a mattress below the window. "Ok, princess, you go out first!"

Hilana quickly moves towards the window and climbs out, dropping down to the mattress safely.

"Ok, Verna-" You are cut off as she dives out the window, screaming as she bounces off the mattress and crashes into the trash cans.

Ouch.

You safely drop down and land on the mattress and quickly pull Verna out from the trash.

"...Daddy? I don't wanna wear the dress again...!" She mumbles dazedly.

"Forget about her, she's fine." Hilana snaps. "Let's get going!"

You nod and the three of you make your way out of the alleyway, hoping you didn't run into anymore gangs.

...Until you see a group of man, donning red masks and carrying axes and swords.

Damn.

>To Be Continued.

Sorry for the wait. I was going to start at Monday, but got sick. Also, I have a job now, so expect some delays.