Re - Growth of Life

Chapter 31 – The Dark Past (1)

Either clenched his hand– “Hah? Goodbye?” Frenin chuckles. A WUUSSHH! The bluish-green wind of Either instantly disappeared.

Frenin turned into an adult wolf, landing perfectly above the ground. “Hahaha... Your member this time is enough to make me a hassle, Leah.” Frenin stared intently at one of the trees.

Wuusshh, Leah and Wass appear along with the fall of leaves. “Now you heal Brok first, Frenin. He's our precious asset.”

“You could have been Leah. Though in the heart is very worried about your members, right?” Frenin walked gracefully, his body slowly shrinking and becoming a little wolf again. Frenin patted Brok's broad chest. In a short time, Brok's body cooled down, slowly improving. The damaged organs are re-emerged.

Brok. Rubbing his eyes, looking at us who were surrounding him with astonished gazes. “Am I already in heaven?”

“Not. You're in hell now, Brok. Come on, let's hurry, we don't have time. Your missions continue to wait.” Leah reached out her hand, helping her stand up. Leah looked at Wass.

Wass shook his head, pointing at Vine. “Vine, open portal. We'll be going to the castle soon.” Without being told twice, Vine nodded. He told us to stand up and line up. Leah and Wass first entered the portal. Followed by Far, Vallen, Lizt, Tama, bla bla bla, me, and the last Vine.

***

Not long after, we arrived in the middle of the room. With three long sofas and a circle-shaped table in the middle.

“So, mission this time what, Leah?” I raised my hand, asking.

Leah tapped on the floor with her toe, “Our mission today is to enjoy the holiday.”

Brok's eyes, Brice as well as the others instantly enlarged. “Libur?”

Leah did not say much, only nodding in response. “But the time is not much, just three days. After that you will be faced with a more serious mission.” Leah turned right, stepped towards her room, sleeping.

***

Yup! Because today and the next three days are off, I'm asking Wass to take me to Balon Library. The largest and most complete library in the Markrasta Kingdom. Actually I feel sorry for Wass. He was on the sofa in the middle of the room. Wiping the sweat pouring down to the neck.

Wass looked at me who was a little clumsy in the middle room. He knew I wanted to go on vacation like the rest of the members (maybe Vine didn't need Wass' help, yeah because they had the same power. But in a different way it works).

“You want to take a vacation too, Adrian? Let me give you. Where to?” Wass smiled at me as he wiped the sweat that soaked half of his clothes.

I scratched my head that wasn't itchy, a little clumsy. “Eh, you– means you're tired. So, it's okay. I'll wait for you until you're done–”

“You underestimated me, new member? Just mention. I don't mind. Even if there was one member who did not go on vacation, Leah could be very angry with me. So this is also in the common interest, okay?” I nodded, telling the place I wanted to go.

Wass rubbed his nose with a thumb, “Easy.” Wass is holding my shoulder, and Cling! I have reached the Balloon Library, only walking a hundred meters.

Oh yeah, I forgot to tell you something. Actually before Leah hit the wall next to the bathroom, Brice told me the Balloon Library could be accessed for free by any member of the force. Open from ten to nine at night.

Wh why? Why am I going to the library, but it's a holiday? Because Mr. Arion said, the library is a fun place. Not fun indeed, if you directly read about the five hundred-page history book, and there is still another continuation of forty-five more books.

But said Mr. Arion, start with a light one first. For example, by reading fairy tale books, children's stories, teenage stories, until gradually, you feel comfortable with reading books. Now you can read the five hundred-page-thick history book without drowsiness in the eyes.

***

“I'm going first, Adrian. Have fun at the library. Although I don't know where the thrill is.” Wass waved, too me. Five seconds later, Wass flicked a finger, and Cling! Wass just disappeared.

From children to adults, they walked into the Balloon Library. Do you know how big the library is? As big as the skyscrapers in your world. Uh, how do I know? Of course dong. History lessons have been discussed by Mr. Arion since one semester I was at school with Abel.

Balloons fly beautifully, colorful decorate the sky. Well-trimmed clumps. Lots of toys for children to those who are elderly. Also a comfortable seat if you want to read books outside the library.

“Please show the ticket to the visitor.” The library doorkeeper extended his hand. I showed you the squad member's card.

Name: Adrian

Place/Date of Birth: Markrasta, 26-06-xxxx

Team Member: Bulan–

“Good, the card I received. Please enjoy Balon Library facility.” I nodded, grabbed my card.

“Wah. New this time.” The guard muttered as he cut off another visitor's ticket. I didn't listen too much, and just walked right in.

“Wah... what a coincidence, Adrian.” Someone greeted me from a distance.

I walked closer, wondering who called me. Am I famous? Haha...

“You still know me?” He pointed at his face.

Hmmmm... Who yeah? As I recall, I've never had such a handsome friend. Maybe Abel or Fang, but they're not this handsome. Who yeah? And again, his clothes were no ordinary clothes. It's like the royal royals' clothes.

His eyes glistened at me, waiting for the guess I made.

Mr Arion? No, no no no. He's grown up, maybe his height is on par with mine. Wait a minute.. This isn't Thomi either, is it? I also saw Thomi at the previous meeting. But their faces are different. Hmmm... Who is it? Did I just ask? Wait, I seem to remember.

I pointed at it with hesitation, “What are you–”

“Yap, Lizam!” Her eyes were teary, hugging me until I could hardly breathe.

“Su-already Lizam. I-I can't b-can be on-pas..”.

“Oh? Yes, sorry. Hehe..” Finally he let go of his embrace as well.

I immediately inhaled a lot of air, then released it. Lizam held my hand, started walking.

“Why go to the library, Adrian? Usually the royal troops are rarely there to the library, even almost nothing before.”

“Hmm... Actually I have no vacation spot anymore anyway, other than here. And it's free too, isn't it? Since the currency of the entire kingdom was replaced with pesos, the price of food to tourist attractions increased tenfold.” I looked here and there. Lots of big books. Not just one, but dozens. There are also plenty of tables and chairs. The book can be read directly on the spot, or taken home. With a one week limit.

Lizam mangosteen-beard, “Iya also anyway. The food which was originally one silver only, was now already ten pesos. They used to make the value of silver and pesos equal, but look now. Their thinking is completely different from reality.”

“Eh? Why are we even discussing currency huh?” Lizam scratched her non-itchy head.