The Final Act: A Cry of Loneliness

S: Are you sure this is the place?

C: Yes, definitely.

An old castle. But it was only rubble. From what it looked like, only the courtyard remained.

C: This is one creepy place. Do you think he made traps?

S: I doubt it. He would be too prideful for that. This will be a two-on-one battle.

C:...

S: Are you nervous?

C: Yes. He is almost as strong as The Forgotten. And we don't have a cheat skill now.

S: He won't be fooled by simple strategy. Don't hold anything back. Use chaos if you have to. We'll deal with the drawbacks later.

C: I understand. Are you ready?

S: As we can ever be.

As we approached the castle, I had a bad feeling. That something is about to end. The walls, everything was horrifying. The red stains on it, I couldn't decide if it was blood or something else. There was so much of it.

L: So our honored guest has finally arrived. Wellcome.

C: Thanks for the warm welcome.

L: Let me cut to the chase. After your sudden outburst, we know about your demon form. How about we make a deal? You drink this potion, turn into a full demon, and become our slave. Then you can both live.

C: Like that would ever happen.

L: That's your answer. What about hears?

I heard the whispers in my head. Her answer was surprising. I let her out a bit so she could unswear herself.

Falsedawn: A charming offer. But I will never become anyone's slave. So fuck off.

L: I see. So, shall we begin the dance?

Lucifer drew his sword in one of his hands and dark magic in the other. I was ready for a difficult battle. Sebastian drew his sword and took a defensive position as I leaped back to provide support.

C: Iqihaasla wadla uluk.

C: Itamhar that ruzujlaw udamla nukay daq.

C: Mujunla tuqus.

C: Dilajla tarafahs tuqasat.

I cast spell after spell as Sebastian fought him the frontline. The battle was difficult, and it lasted hours. We reached our limit and became exhausted. At first, what seemed like desperation, Lucifer suddenly hurled his blade toward me, leaving me with little time to react. Sebastian used his blade and parried Lucifer's in mid-air. Lucifer dashed behind his back, drew his dagger out, and held it to his throat.

L: One wrong move from either of you and he dies.

C: Sebastion!

S: Just kill him. I'm not worth the cost.

L: If you want him to live, drink the vial.

S: Don't!

L: Drink. It.

As I was picking the vial up from the ground, Sebastian gripped his longsword and stabbed himself all the way through, stabbing Lucifer in the process. In a lasting effort, Lucifer nicked Sebastian with his dagger.

L: Even if I die. You are coming with me.

As he laughed, he coughed up blood and drew his last breath. In a rush, I grabbed the final shard from his pocket and combined it with the rest.

C: Don't worry, you'll be alright. Uhahuruj ifhsay smahsla wad.

No matter how many times I tried, it didn't heal him.

C: Why won't it work?

S: His dagger was coated in a poison that would be strong enough to kill both of us.

He was losing blood. I wanted to save at any cost.

C: Then I need more power.

S: Don't! No matter what, don't!

C: But-

S: Listen to me for once.

C:...

S: I won't let you gamble your life for mine. You are way more important than me.

C: That is not true.

As we argued, the 3rd wing on my back sprouted from my back as my clothes slowly changed.

S: With Heart of the Moon restored, you are a Lunari now. You are so beautiful.

He slowly raised his hand and wiped my tears away.

S: I know you will make me proud.

C: Sebastion? SEBASTIAN!

As I screamed his name, lightning struck the ground. As it poured down, I held his lifeless body, hoping he would come back to me. I sat there weeping in the rain for a long time. When I finally calmed down, I carried him back to his cabin. I didn't use magic. I walked all the way on foot. I gave him a proper Sol warrior burial. I put his armor on his armor stand and laid his sword on his bed. Giving him a warrior's rest. I put a barrier around the hut so no one would disturb him. I visited his home very often. But I couldn't bear to stay there. I went to the Moon and restored the castle. I also created the golems to maintain and guard it. After a year or so, I was walking on the road, clearing my head, when a flyer came and covered my face. It was about a summer camp that was about seeking friends. I thought it was destiny. So I enrolled. Never knowing what I would find there.

C: That's what happened so far.

S: Your memory is sharp, little one. Would you mind sharing with me what happened at that camp? And why were you crying?

C: Yes. But it might take a while. So I hope you still have time.

S: I do. As many as you need.