Mystery of Otherworldly Waves: Blood Moon [Volume 1] [END]

Chapter 19: A New Journey for the "Knight of Darkness"

...Chapter 19: A New Journey for the "Knight of Darkness"...

...[.A New Journey for the "Knight of Darkness"]...

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Inside the dimly lit house, an ominous body figure appeared in the living room. The dim light revealed a pitch-black robed man. The letter "MCH" is written on the back. His face was covered by a menacing skull mask, hiding his identity in a terrible secrecy.

In front of him, lay two lifeless old men, blood seeping from their wounds, signaling a brutal and fatal attack. He carefully approached, crouched down to inspect the area. His gloved hands traced the bloodstains, while examining the signs of life still present, touching his veins, and looking for a faint pulse.

Unfortunately, their life force had faded away, leaving behind a terrifying void. He took a few steps back, standing straight back.

"It's too late, huh?" muttered the man, his words muffled by the skull mask.

Looking back on their tragic deaths, he saw a window open to his left—probably a way out for the heartless perpetrator.

Moments later, the sound of the door creaking signified the arrival of someone. The man quickly exited through the open window.

A long-haired girl entered the room, tears streaming down her face as she looked at the lifeless figure of her parents.

Meanwhile, the man, on the verge of departure, saw a heart-wrenching sight: a girl crying on her mother's lap. He felt a little sympathy, a moment of regret. Soon, he slipped away.

Arriving at the girl's neighbor's residence, the man called. The hospital replied, and he efficiently arranged an ambulance, giving them the location of the tragic incident.

After completing a call with the hospital, he called the police. The man carefully revealed the gruesome murder, urging them to act quietly.

He whispered, "But remember, don't intervene until the sadness subsides."

When ambulances and police arrived at the scene, the man learned his purpose there had been fulfilled. He quietly disappeared, leaving a trail of darkness in the afternoon.

The next day, as the gloomy afternoon continues, a man with cotton-white hair, Saishira, finds himself in a secluded public cemetery. Decorating her timeless black clothes, a symbol of her gloomy sadness, she arrived with a heavy heart.

The rain fell on the graveyard, but Saishira stood motionless, drenched and unaffected, the heavy rain was a weak echo of the storm within. Kneeling near the grave, her carvings bearing Eleena's name, her mother's name, are now memories engraved in stone.

"I'm sorry, Mother, for I failed to take care of you" whispered Saishira, her voice laden with sadness. "But in forging this new path, I will fight for justice."

He struggled to stand up, the burden of regret tethered him.

"I swore never to repeat such an event, but the truth …."

Saishira turned around, her gaze fixated on the figure of the lonely girl who lost her parents the day before. Beside him sat his uncle and a few others, their sadness clearly visible, as they sadly enjoyed the unpleasant meal.

"It wasn't as easy as I thought, '" he murmured.

Lifting her face to the sky, letting the rain blend with her tears, Saishira opened her palm, feeling the weight of her failure.

"To once again," he whispered, the words that came out of his lips were like a plea.

"I failed to prevent this" he said, the weight of regret drowning his soul in a sea of sorrow.

Under the darkness of the night, a frenzy of police sirens rang out in the air, his loud wails echoing around the girl's residence.

"It's police! Stay where you are!" an authoritative voice sounded through the megaphone.

The police quickly approached, closing off any possible exit.

Panic overcame the girl, her heart pounding, seeking refuge beside her uncle on guard.

Amidst the officers, a subtle applause rang—a sinister applause courtesy of the mysterious black-robed figure, MCH.

He advanced confidently, the police gave way to allow him to pass, approaching the two. "Well, whoa, whoa. We finally caught you, subject C-453."

This is the moment that MCH is waiting for, where the mystery veil behind the code "C-453" will be revealed.

Some debate ensued, but in the end, Charles found himself imprisoned, facing the consequences of his crimes. His time behind bars will serve as a serious reminder of the many abuses he has committed.

As Charles was escorted away by the police, MCH, who was still shrouded in the darkness of his mask and robe, spoke solemnly to Yuka, "This is for your good, Yuka. Your grief may not be able to pay for this, but at least the perpetrator of the cause of your grief is no longer burdening you."

"Sorry, you're just gonna stay alone. Or if you want, you can call one of the police to guard your house" MCH said in a cold tone.

With those words, MCH left, leaving a sense of closure—the murder case had been solved, and Charles was arrested.

As he walked away, he took off his mask, leaving his cotton white hair loose, yet he kept his symbolic robe. The revelation revealed the true identity of MCH, none other than Kurayami Saishira, a man who visited her mother's grave days earlier.

He pulled the phone out of his pocket carefully. With one hand, he toyed with his phone, tapping on its screen.

Dictating his thoughts, he muttered to the cell phone, "Two years have passed, and my true identity remains untarnished. Being a 'Mysterious Criminal Hunter' seemed to be the correct path. I believe that through this pursuit, my sins will one day be set free."

It is true, Saishira has taken on the role of MCH to grapple with a sin that he believes is inexcusable—the murder of his father. His actions were not without reason; he had avenged his mother, who had been cruelly abandoned by his father when Saishira was not yet born. The revelation of the real culprit, his own father, ignites a storm of grief and anger within him.

After that dark act, Saishira devotes her life to learning from her transgressions, vowing to become a criminal hunter, seeking redemption and redemption for the great sins she has committed.

Upon reaching her residence, Saishira enters her room and carefully puts the skull mask on her desk—symbol of her alter ego, Mysterious Criminal Hunter.

Immediately, his attention turned to the holographic interface, where he began to type earnestly. As he worked, a robot approached him.

"Master, wouldn't it be better to rest after a day of chasing after criminals?" advice Evyllia, the female humanoid AI robot she created.

"Just in a minute, Lia. I almost integrated this Emotional System into your AI framework. I just need to make some modifications, such as regulating and controlling those emotions," Saishira replied, her excitement evident as she fiddled with the system.

Hearing those words, Evyllia could only silently process and analyze Saishira's actions. However, deep within her system, Evyllia understands the extent of Saishira's affection for her, even though she is nothing more than a robot.

Meanwhile, Saishira seems to harbor the belief that Evyllia is more than just a robot. He aspires to achieve technological feats that remain elusive to the general public.— turns robots into human-like creatures. During their five years of friendship, Evyllia gradually evolved from her initially rigid robotic form into a form very similar to humans.

"Well, you're right. Maybe a cup of hot tea is enough for a short break." Saishira got up from her chair and walked into the kitchen.

As he prepared to brew the tea, a glittering portal appeared beneath him, swallowing him whole and taking him to another dimension. The luminous portal closed quickly, leaving no trace.

When she finally appeared, Saishira found herself lying on the prairie, her right side absorbing the impact, resulting in a light wound on her hand.

"Argh, my hand," grumbled Saishira, hugging her injured right hand as she tried to get up.

The portal was tightly sealed and disappeared, having driven him into this foreign terrain. Surprisingly, despite his unexpected arrival, the strange realm maintained a calm morning aura.

"Wait, what? The portal ... Is this some sort of alternate world?" Saishira pondered loudly, confused by the sudden turn of events.

As far as his eyes could scan, vast grasslands stretched out in all directions, with no sign of civilization. Looking for a way out, Saishira grabs her phone. To his dismay, the GPS showed no signal, as if it had actually been transferred to another realm. Even the internet, although it could be activated, proved to be completely useless in this foreign environment.

In a moment of despair, Saishira's eyes stared intently into the fog that obscured her gaze. He saw a large stone on his right, standing about half the size of a human body. Since there was no other possible choice, he headed there.

When it reached the stone, it was clear that it was a stone podium. On it is a letter with a button underneath.

Saishira carefully examined the writing on the podium, only managing to decipher one sentence: "Oscuro Phoenix".

"'Oscuro Phoenix'," Saishira pondered loudly. "In my world, the phoenix is a mythological creature. But is it real in this world?"

While taking out his little notebook, he intended to take note of these findings. Unfortunately, his hand slipped causing his notebook to fall.

The notebook presses a button on the rock podium, triggering unexpected events.

In an instant, a phoenix with an aura of darkness appeared behind it. The creature let out a loud scream, startling Saishira while turning around slowly.

"It seems like luck is not on my side today," he murmured, there was a tone of regret in his voice.

Reluctantly, Saishira pulls up her Desert Eagle and prepares for battle as the phoenix launches its first attack, a ball of darkness. Their fierce battle had just begun.

Saishira, who was quick on her feet, managed to dodge the phoenix attack and retaliated with her Desert Eagle. His shot landed right, hitting the right wing of the phoenix. However, the formidable creature showed its resilience by rapidly regenerating the damaged wings.

He continued to attack, skillfully dodging the unrelenting phoenix attacks, but a gloomy realization fell on him. When Saishira wanted to pull the trigger for her Desert Eagle, no bullets came out of her, indicating that the bullets in her Desert Eagle had been used up.

"Damn!"

Frustration surged as he grappled with the situation, his attention momentarily sidetracked. This mistake gave the phoenix a chance to attack, leaving Saishira shaken by the force of its attack.

Realizing the enormous possibility, Saishira knew she had to think of a way to retreat. As he struggled to get up, a plan began to form in his mind - a chance to escape the relentless assault and live to fight another day.

Saishira realizes that her fight against the phoenix is triggered by an accidental activation of a button as her notebook falls.

"If the button calls out to him, can it also repel him?" Saishira pondered, considering the possibility.

Encouraged by curiosity, Saishira jumped to her feet and again dodged the phoenix's attack. As he danced around the creature, a plan formed in his mind.

At the decisive moment, he threw his Desert Eagle towards the rock podium, right pressing the button. The rock podium responded, giving rise to a magical ball that ensnared the phoenix, eventually disappearing along with the creatures trapped inside.

A wave of relief swept through Saishira. He took Desert Eagle and his little notebook.

"Oscuro Phoenix, we will meet again when I've grown stronger," inner Saishira vowed, acknowledging the great power of the phoenix and preparing for battle in the future.

As Saishira turned her head towards the right, a wall that could faintly be seen by her.

Closer and closer, the magnificent royal walls began to be seen. This was the territory of the kingdom of Harmodia, a land renowned for accepting a diverse range of races.

While entering the kingdom, Saishira meets a group of people who are engrossed in playing enchanting medieval melodies. Harmonious games of flutes, harps, harps, and drums filled the air with living energy, breathing life into the kingdom. It was an entirely new atmosphere for Saishira, having spent her entire life in the arms of a futuristic city.

Upon reaching the downtown park, which is located in the heart of the capital, Saishira sits on a bench, her mind still overwhelmed by thoughts of the puzzling circumstances that have propelled her into this different world. The stark difference was too significant for him to ignore the idea of the cause behind his interdimensional displacement.

"If I want to know the answer, I have to adapt and start a life in this world" he said.

He sets out on a quest to find a place where he can build some kind of comfort, a sanctuary he can call home. As he walked through a small hallway, his attention was captivated by the sight of a slightly open and weathered door.

Encouraged by curiosity, he stepped inside the house. The living room looked empty, without occupants. While observing his surroundings, his gaze was fixed on a photo featuring a blond man. Curious, he took the photo.

"Who gave you permission to barge in?" The voice of the tomboyish woman sounded from behind him.

"Put the photo back to where it belongs" the woman ordered.

Saishira, according to her, carefully put the photo back into place. Calling his resolve, he turned to face her.

Lowering her scythe, the woman spoke in a softer tone. "I'm sorry for surprising you. My name is Enna Claire, but you can call me Claire. Welcome to my humble abode."

Claire introduces herself, ignoring Saishira's transgressions.

"I'm Kurayami Saishira. I apologize for my actions. I really did not know this house was occupied, given its dilapidated and neglected appearance," Saishira said, her words conveyed in a polite manner.

However, as they exchanged introductions, Saishira's sharp gaze detected something strange about Claire. It stayed in his eyes—unusual eyes. Her eyes were obsidian black, and her pupils formed a vertical slit, deviating from human norms.

"You have sharp eyesight. Well, actually, I'm a demon. A demon that is able to take the form of a human, a human-camouflage demon type," he said, explaining his true nature.

Claire goes on to uncover the identity of the person in the photo—Daniel, her late human friend, whose life was tragically shortened by her own family.

Demons belonged to the strongest race besides the elves but demons also secluded themselves, fostering enmity with the human race. Demons who established relationships with other races were considered to be disfiguring of their own kind, further deepening the divisions.

Curious, Saishira asked, "And how is your family?"

"I have betrayed them, my own race. I realized that demons can coexist with other races. That's why there's a demon symbol crossed out on my right palm" Claire said, nonchalantly showing her marked hand.

Shifting focus, Saishira starts a conversation about her predicament— getting stuck in this foreign world. His ultimate goal is to find his way back to his own world.

"Ah, you are part of Three Saviors from Another World as well as Seven Saviors" Claire said with an understanding smile.

According to legend, three individuals from another world were destined to arrive in this world, becoming the joint saviors of four chosen individuals from this world. If the three wanted to return, they would have to fulfill the prophecy surrounding the rescuers. This meant that Saishira, inevitably, had to live a new life in this world.

"In that case, I need some kind of magic power. Is there magic in this world?" Saishira asked with a hint of determination.

Magic has become a common phenomenon. Basic element magic like fire, water, wind, earth, lightning, even light and darkness, could be found anywhere. These seven elements come together and form this world into a balanced world. But as the name suggests, these basic elements can be evolved into new elements and magic, whether they are combined with other elements or the evolution of the element itself without the interference of other elements.

Claire herself possesses proficiency in darkness and lightning magic, which was previously inherently related to her demon inheritance. The Demon also had the ability to sense the flow of Mana energy in other creatures, a skill that Claire also possessed. As he observed Saishira, he noticed that his Mana was flowing smoothly and seemed to be active, indicating the presence of magic within him.

Saishira glanced at his empty right palm, pondering deeply. Closing his eyes and clenching his hands together, he focused his mind.

After reopening his eyes, a wave of dark magic awakened within him. A subtle aura of darkness rippled and enveloped his form. Unbeknownst to him, from the moment he lost his mother, the essence of darkness had been residing within him. This connection to darkness had been forged in the previous world, although he had been unable to access it until now.

Interestingly, upon entering this realm, Saishira inadvertently embraces her attraction to darkness, reflected in her aloof demeanor and the mysterious black robe she wears - a symbol of darkness, shrouded in mystery, the unknown, and concealment.

Under cover of the night, Saishira walks to a nearby field, near Claire's house. From this moment on, he will stay with her until he finds a way to return to his own world. His main goal now was to sharpen his magic abilities.

Based on her dark magic command, Saishira summoned a dark ball that resembled a black hole, utilizing the Dark Void skill. It tested its magic by directing it to the ground, producing a small explosion that enveloped the surroundings in a thick fog.

As time passed, Saishira gradually honed her skills in dark magic, imagining a future where she could make maximum use of her potential. He even managed to unlock the Dark Melee Weapon skill, granting him the ability to realize whatever melee combat weapon he chose.

With this newly discovered skill, Saishira awakens the dark sword—sword that is darker than usual. He studied swordsmanship, tirelessly training attacks, fending off, and evasive maneuvers every night on the field. His strong dedication stems from his commitment to fulfilling his role as one of the Seven Saviors.

Then, one fateful day, Saishira unlocks a skill she has never understood before—Giga Dark Spikes. This formidable thorn had the ability to cripple even a minotaur with a single strike.

Through it, Saishira begins to understand the true potential of dark magic. It stood as a formidable magic other than light magic. The balance between light and dark is essential to the existence of the world, just as the sun and moon are the juxtapositions that shape reality. However, he pondered the possibility if dark magic could evolve further, giving birth to magic with greater potential than darkness itself.

Within the kingdom of Harmodia, a veil of despair emerges while struggling under the rule of King Saeno— - a ruler prone to drunkenness, abuse of power, and incompetence. The royal plight was exacerbated by widespread famine, with far-flung cities bearing the brunt of the suffering.

The situation reached its breaking point when the half-demon fire race began to get tired of the mistakes of King Saeno's rule. They issued an ultimatum, demanding his resignation or a warning that they would forcibly remove him from power.

This development weighed heavily on Claire and Saishira, as it carried the potential for dire consequences. It could erode confidence within the kingdom and create strained relations with the half-demon fire race, causing severe damage in the upcoming civil war.

Saishira voiced their concerns, trying to strategize. "So, our main focus is to block the outbreak of violence?"

Claire outlined a calculated plan. "Yes, but more important than anything is to depose King Saeno. He was the root cause of this civil war. You must succeed in removing him from the throne, or if he fights and tries to fight, you must eliminate him."

Saishira understood the seriousness of Claire's words. Indeed, the blame for this crisis lies squarely on the shoulders of King Saeno, due to his negligent rule. The citizens of the kingdom were in dire need of a new ruler, who would not falter in their duties and neglect their responsibilities, especially during times of economic turmoil.

As the war erupted, the predicted destruction occurred in various regions of the kingdom. Thankfully, residents in the area have been evacuated to safer ground. The houses were engulfed in flames that were ignited by fire half-demons that mastered fire magic. A lot of blood is shed, and lives are lost, intensifying the underlying fear.

Although Saishira and Claire are unable to completely stop the war, they make every effort to reduce the chaos further and bring down King Saeno.

Claire made use of her lightning magic, summoning a powerful skill known as the Beacon of Lightning. Lightning bolts flowed from above, illuminating the battlefield. The display surprised everyone, temporarily suspending the conflict.

To the audience's surprise, Claire demonstrated her mastery of lightning magic, forming flashes of light into intricate patterns that resembled plant roots.

Meanwhile, Saishira stepped confidently into Saeno's room. He broke the window, shocking and unsettling the king. Wrapped in a mysterious black robe, her face hidden, Saishira exuded an aura of darkness, embodying the shadow essence.

"Your government ends here, Saeno," said Saishira, his words without any respect.

Through her tone and choice of words, it becomes clear that Saishira judges individuals not based on their age or social status, but based on their treatment of others and their social interactions. This characteristic gives him a sense of justice and a firm belief in karma.

Gripping her sword in an inverted grip with her right hand, Saishira took a stance rarely seen among the others. He positioned his right hand near his left shoulder, adopting a distinctive pose that exuded an aura of readiness.

With her sword now pointed at King Saeno, Saishira prepared for a potential clash, ready to defend herself if the king chose to retaliate.

"Royal Knights, what are you waiting for?! Attack her!" king Saeno shouted, his voice tinged with fear.

Surprisingly, no knights moved. What happened was that the knights pointed their swords at Saeno, the symbol of treason.

Saishira slowly chuckled, then the longer she laughed, the louder the voice.

Mocking King Saeno, his voice dripping with cynicism, Saishira said, "What a funny thing. It seems that the knights are allied with me."

As if confirming his words, the knights pointed their swords towards King Saeno. It was evident that the Royal Knights present in Saeno's room had been cooperating with Saishira all along. Only the foolish knights who blindly supported Saeno were deceived, becoming victims of their loyalty to the king.

"Damn it, all of you!" gerutu Saeno, prepare his sword.

Suddenly, the Beacon of Lightning, launched by Claire, had appeared, could be seen behind the window of Saeno's room.

"Well, with the lightning coming, our fight begins."

The Royal Knights, despite having great sword skills, still lost when faced with Saeno.

Saeno could eliminate them easily until they all weakened, leaving Saishira standing.

Dark swords and luxurious swords clashed against each other, creating sounds of clanking that were no longer unfamiliar to their ears.

However, Saeno, despite having dark magic, proved inferior to the dark magic possessed by Saishira. Their magic power was not worth it, even though their sword skills were extremely fierce.

At the decisive moment, Saeno made a shield of darkness, but with the barrage of attacks from Saishira, it made him destroy the shield. But when Saeno attacked after his shield was destroyed, he did not expect that there was a dark thorn behind him that made him pierced by the thorn. In the end, Saishira manages to defeat Saeno using his dark magic.

With Saeno's death, the knights developed a newfound respect for Saishira, acknowledging his courage and the positive impact he had on the royal people. They volunteered to be arrested if suspected of involvement in the king's death.

Out of Saeno's room, Saishira contemplates the actions of the knights. "The Royal Knights, huh? They stand on the side of justice. I respect you all."

With Saeno's life extinguished by Saishira's hands, the half-demon fire race chose to retreat. Their initial goal was solely to overthrow Saeno, with no intention of becoming an enemy of the kingdom.

Subsequently, the noble family of Evelyn, who once ruled the kingdom of Harmodia, reclaimed their position of authority. Queen Annie Evelyn and King Gabriel Davelyn now rule with their daughter, Princess Clarissa Evelyn. The kingdom, once in decline, experienced a revival of prosperity under their guidance.

Although the Royal Knights present in Saeno's room faced murder charges, the residents vigorously defended them, asserting that they were innocent and praising them as heroes of the incident. In response to the sentiments of the citizens, Queen Evelyn chose not to imprison them. With this resolution, the kingdom of Harmodia officially regained its prosperity.

After several days under the new government, the kingdom faced another downturn as external threats loomed over the kingdom, especially at night. Legend speaks of the Blood Moon, an event that gave birth to a wave of monstrous creatures. This phenomenon is known as the "Death Wave of Blood Moon", due to the relentless attacks of creatures that resemble crashing waves. Although the population was sparse, the villages did not escape, and the area faced a fourth wave of attacks.

Among the affected villages is Fironne, home to a half-demon fire community. After suffering the effects of the previous war, the village became vulnerable, most likely to suffer greater damage than the others.

Saishira and Claire realize her urgency and take action, urging Queen Evelyn to deploy a contingent of Royal Knights proficient in swordsmanship.

Together, they arrive at the village of Fironne, witnessing the real destruction wrought by the monsters. The darkness of the night only added to the gripping and frightening atmosphere that enveloped the village.

As the Royal Knights split into two groups, one to assist Saishira and Claire in eliminating monsters and the other to evacuate the villagers, it was evident that the evacuation effort was not going smoothly.

Amidst the chaos, Saishira's attention is drawn to the three people desperately fleeing from the pursuing monsters. Among them, one of them was holding a little girl. However, to his chagrin, they ran in the opposite direction to the designated evacuation route.

Saishira runs at full speed, intending to reach the stranded group. They had reached the end of the land, with the sea lying before them as the only option left.

Tragically, it's too late. His parents, in desperation, threw the little girl into the sea before being cruelly stabbed by the monsters. The young girl was allowed to fall into the sea, beyond the reach of Saishira. Miraculously, it seemed that he had managed to survive, as he raised his hand above the surface of the water after floating.

"Why should it end like this?" Saishira lamented inwardly, filled with regret for her inability to save them.

Saishira and Claire focus their efforts on confronting the monster that attacked the little girl's parents. Unfortunately, no salvation could be found, as both his parents had succumbed to their wounds, stabbed to death by the creature's onslaught.

As chaos ensued, a terrifying and evil laughter pierced through the air. A man, wearing a jacket and boasting with bright green hair, reveals himself to be an ally of monsters.

"Who are you?!" sergeant Saishira, anger etched on his face.

The man introduced himself as Kaminou, giving no justification for his actions, being on the side of monsters. Without hesitation, he launched an attack against Saishira and Claire, initiating a fierce confrontation.

Finally, the monster attacks subsided, signaling the end of the wave. The village was shattered apart, shattered by relentless attacks. It seemed that those monsters appeared victorious in their destructive rampage. However, the fight between Saishira, Claire, and Kaminou ends with a series.

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In the premonition mansion enveloped in darkness, a black-robed body figure arrived. In his depths, he met a group of people wearing purple robes.

"So, are you interested in joining us?" ask a man in the middle of the group.

As the purple-robed individual observed the newcomers, it became clear that this mysterious organization was governed by none other than Kaminou himself.

"Sure," replied the figure, hiding under a black robe.

Unbeknownst to them, the individual behind the black cloak was none other than Saishira, although there was something wrong about her.

...~Connect~...