Reason

(Ravenger)

“...Take care of my daughter…” (Natelia)

Natelia’s words attracted my attention.

“...I will.” (Ravenger)

She’s still Natashia’s mother.

...I’ll leave her be.

Looking at the sky, I wondered how my father is after I died.

Nevermind that, I should focus on the present.

“...Ravenger, was it?” (???)

“...Who’s there?” (Ravenger)

I turned around.

Natashia’s father carried Natelia in his arms.

“Natashia, you can come out now.” (Father)

Natashia walked out from the forest to her father’s side.

“Take care of our daughter, okay? If anything happens to her, our Clan won’t hesitate to kill you.” (Father)

“I understand.” (Ravenger)

Natashia leaves her father’s side and walks towards me.

“Let’s go.” (Ravenger)

Natashia nods.

“Take care, Natashia.” (Father)

[Yes, Father] (Natashia)

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After gathering my stuff, we left the Atere Forest and finally made it outside.

I took in a deep breath.

Fresh air, good stuff.

My next goal is to find Alexia and the others.

If my guess is correct, they should be waiting at the next town.

As someone who looks like a monster, I will be waiting outside while Natashia finds them.

By the time we reach the town, it was already dusk.

And something is very wrong.

“...It’s too quiet.” (Ravenger)

[Should I sneak into town and check?] (Natashia)

“...No. I’m going in.” (Ravenger)

It feels like this is a ghost town.

But I can clearly sense signs of life.

As we approached the gate, I heard the sound of a horn.

“...Natashia, stand back.” (Ravenger)

[It’s okay, I can fight.] (Natashia)

“...Alright. Stay safe.” (Ravenger)

I don’t need Natashia’s father to start chasing me already.

When the sound of the horn died out, I shouted at the town.

“Hey! Open the gates!” (Ravenger)

…No reply.

I guess I should wait this one out.

…

A while later, the doors began to open.

What lay behind the doors, were soldiers.

“CHARGE!” (???)

These soldiers were wearing a lot of cloth armor. They honestly look a lot like bandits.

Regardless, I drew my sword.

“Emotion Change!” (Ravenger)

Emotion Change - Anger has been activated

Sacrifice won’t be necessary here.

The soldiers numbered to about thirty or so.

If they were properly organised, I might have a small issue.

But these idiots are charging at me recklessly.

Well, let the massacre begin.

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(Alexia)

It has been an hour or so.

And we are still in this stupid god damn tower.

So I decided to break the door down.

The tower isn’t fully cleared out, thankfully.

I got a stick and continuously whacked the door.

I know it’s useless. but I can’t just do nothing.

“CHARGE!!!” (???)

“What the hell was that!?” (Alexia)

“Sis! Hurry! It’s Ravenger!” (Timo)

“What?!” (Alexia)

I quickly ran up the tower.

…

He’s finally here, huh?

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(Ravenger)

Taking the initiative, I dashed forward and swung my sword.

I continued running forward, sending bodies flying in my wake.

The soldiers screamed in fear and began to run away.

“Execution!” (Ravenger)

I finished off the last few standing in my way.

“Natashia, find Alexia and the others.” (Ravenger)

Natashia nods and disappears into the shadows.

Now, should I find the leader and question him?

I entered the town.

Arrows whizzed past me, some hitting my body.

“...Shit, this is going to hurt.” (Ravenger)

Moving quicker, I navigated myself into the town square.

More soldiers came to assault me.

“Come at me!” (Ravenger)

Taking out my sword, I parried the flying arrows as I fought against the soldiers.

Suddenly, I felt a sharp prick to my back.

“Damn it!” (Ravenger)

As I turned, I swung my sword, aiming at the possible location my attacker might be.

Of course, I missed.

“For a creature of your size, you’re quite fast.” (???)

....He’s behind me. How fast is this guy?

Turning around, I see a man wearing a black cloak with a mask. A rapier hangs by his waist.

“Hey, did you see a hot-tempered girl with a seer and two kids?” (Ravenger)

“Yes, they are currently locked up.” (Mask)

“...” (Ravenger)

“...” (Mask)

“Huh. That was easier that I expected.” (Ravenger)

“True.” (Mask)

“Why did you freely give me this information?” (Ravenger)

“Because you’re about to die!” (Mask)

“!!” (Ravenger)

I managed to use my sword to block his attack, but my sword shattered as a result.

“Shit! Sacrifice!” (Ravenger)

Sacrifice has been activated

“...” (Ravenger)

The masked man attempted to assault me again.

I tried to side step, but I wasn’t fast enough and received a wound to my side.

I don’t feel any faster…

...Don’t tell me this is pure strength!?

I can’t use Dominion yet…

I need more time.

I drew my second sword and face the masked man again.

“Ground Shaker!” (Ravenger)

“Hm.” (Mask)

As the ground trembles, the masked man leaps towards the sky.

Got to get him now!

“Skyward Slash!” (Ravenger)

With my added strength, I pushed myself off the ground, creating a huge imprint beneath.

Leaping above the masked man, I slashed my sword towards him.

He parried it with his own rapier and stabbed through my body.

Blood begins to fill up inside my mouth.

He must have hit an artery.

...It’s ready.

As we landed on the ground, I faced the masked man.

“...Prepare to die.” (Ravenger)

“Are you sure about that? Don’t underestimate me.” (Mask)

...He’s fucking annoying.

My anger begins to build up.

I stared at the masked man with bloodlust.

Killing Instinct has been activated

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(Alexia)

“...” (Alexia)

I held onto my bruised hand, wincing in pain.

“I should never ever punch a solid door ever again…” (Alexia)

When I saw Ravenger, I immediately ran back down and hammered at the door.

He doesn’t know how fast Mask can be.

When the door didn’t break, I smashed my fist against it in rage.

Suddenly, I heard a click.

The door opens and behind it is a girl.

“...Natashia?!” (Alexia)

[Hurry! Before more guards arrive.] (Natashia)

“Thanks.” (Alexia)

Calling Celeste and my siblings, I went told Natashia to bring them outside the town.

Grabbing my bow and quiver, which was conveniently placed outside, I ran towards the town center.

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By the type I arrived at the town center, all I saw was blood.

Mask’s body… you can’t even call it a body anymore.

It’s… more like shredded flesh.

Shredded human flesh.

I puked at the sight and smell.

“Hm? Alexia?” (Ravenger)

“What the hell Ravenger.” (Alexia)

Ravenger, who was standing in the middle of the bloodbath, walked towards me.

“Wait! Stay there! Don’t come any closer!” (Alexia)

“...” (Ravenger)

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(Ravenger)

As we all gathered outside the town, I welcomed everyone back.

“Well, I’m honestly wondering where all the townspeople are.” (Alexia)

“I believe they were all chased out of this town.” (Celeste)

“I guess.” (Alexia)

Well, I don’t really care.

“We should continue traveling for a while more. At least away from this town.” (Alexia)

...Fine, I’m sorry.

[Yes. Let’s go!] (Natashia)

...At least someone is ready to go…

After discussing, our next destination is Haven.

…

Now where have I heard this name...

Hey guys, IAmTheKroc

Finally, the Beginning of Third Life Arc is over!

Here's a hint on what will happen. The arc is called the City Arc.

Let's leave it up to your imagination to figure it out.

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