Prelude

" I always knew humans were a disgusting and untrustworthy race , but to think that they were shameless to such an extent . No wonder the Martial King refuses to help us . If i were him , i would do the same thing, " Primus spoke ,his eyes flashing with righteous anger .

Maximus's eyes were closed , as he silently digested the legends words . It was obvious that the Martial King had never told him this story before . Finally , he spoke " Though i can't deny that the actions of our rulers aren't the best , not all humans are like that . We can't allow an entire race to be condemned just from the actions of one man . No matter what , we must get my grand-uncle to lend us his support , because the fate of an entire race rests on his shoulders "

Beatrice nodded , " You're right , but the problem here isn't our passion or the righteousness of our cause . If he doesn't want to help,there's nothing you or i or anyone can say or do to change his mind ," she shivered as she recalled the frightening aura that surrounded the martial king when he looked at her with killing intent .

Her mentor nodded , " You're right . It's not gonna be easy ,but we have to succeed ,no matter the cost . "

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The Martial king stormed out of his stone hut , the words of his ward and companions ringing over and over in his head , giving him conflicted feelings , something he hadn't felt in ages . He wasn't so heartless that he would abandon his own people , but the pain from all those years ago still filled his heart rage whenever he thought about the incident with Lisa ,and he barely suppressed his killing intent .

If not for the promise he had made , the current royal family would long have been annihilated .

He needed to calm his mind , to vent his frustrations before he did something he would regret . Every step he took allowed him to cross what would take normal men 20 or even 30 steps to pass. In almost an instant , we was gone from that peaceful glade , into the mountain , and was traversing deeper and deeper into it.

These mountains were infamous due to the number of beasts that resided within , but ,everywhere he passed , the monsters in the area shrink back ass if they were facing the bane to their existence . The invisible aura that the Martial king gave off scared them away . As he continued his walk , the wind seemed to get heavier , as if something sinister had appeared .

Suddenly a voice drifted through the air , echoing as if from a great distance away , so far that it was impossible to find its origin . " Martial king Laxus . "

The name repeated itself over and over again , giving it an eerie feeling . The Martial kings eyes flashed . " It's been a long time since someone actually said my name . I thought that the world had forgotten it . "

He glanced to his left , " So why don't you show yourself . If you have the courage to say my name , you shouldn't be so scared to even show your face , right ?"

There was a sinister chuckle , like a ghost playing with its victim before it struck , then all was silent. Unknowingly , a red haired man appeared behind the Martial king . Unlike him , this new fellow wore an open ,tattered robe . There were bloodstains on it , some fresh , some ancient . Broken cuffs circled his wrists and feet , as if he'd kept them there intentionally to serve as a reminder .

Stitches covered his torso , as if he were trying to hide what were once gruesome wounds. Though he stood there casually , just by looking at him , one could tell that he was once a man of great repute. A man who had great power and knew how to use it .

His cruel dark eyes regarded the Martial king just as the Martial king regarded him . " I've heard legends about you boy , " he spoke . His voice was hoarse as if he hadn't used it in a long time , but they contained an unmatched arrogance. " You're not half bad , " the Martial king nodded , " Neither are you old man ."

The red-haired man cocked an eyebrow , " Ah, the youth have really surpassed their elders. When i was at your age, i wasn't even half as strong as you . If you are given a hundred more years , maybe two , you would have completely left me in the dust . "

The Martial king shrugged . The red haired man glanced in the direction of the stone hut. His gaze seemed to pierce through space and see the events currently unfolding in the hut .

He exhaled a breath , " It would seem that i'm too late. Those brats got here ahead of me , " he glanced at the Martial king , " That means you know who i am , and what i'm going to do , don't you kiddo ," he grinned , revealing yellow teeth .

The Martial kings face twitched , " In this time and age , there are not many who can claim to be my elders , and there are even fewer who would openly say that they are in my presence , but i guess if its you , Borus , it's understandable ."

The two legends faced each other for the first and only time in history . The wind gently gusted by , making this area feel like an ancient battleground .

" I assume that you rejected their cry for help ,or , at the very least asked for time to think about it , if you're here and not preparing for departure ,that means , i still have a chance, " the Martial king had an amused smile on his face as he listened to the ancient warrior . " As you an see , i'm not at my full strength , and even if i do recover , fighting someone with such great combat prowess would be detrimental to me . So how about we join forces ."

The Martial king chuckled , " You're quite direct, " the Blood god shrugged , " So what do you say ?"

Laxus entered a fighting stance , " If you want an alliance , you'll have to prove yourself . "

The Blood god roared with laughter as a bloody aura engulfed him ,making him seem like a devil . " People like you are the ones i like the most . Fine ,lets fight . I'd like to see if you're as good as the rumors say."

A golden golden aura burst out from the Martial king . It was like the descent of an emperor . A beast king that was awakening from its slumber to sate its bloodthirst.