Wolf Among Sheep (SAO X MALE READER)

Demon's Embrace

Ademar turns to Holden, still kneeling on the ground.

Ademar: "I was too weak to save my friends, I was too weak to avenge them too. So please, help me become stronger!"

Holden seemed a little taken aback by Ademar earnest request. He turned a questioning gaze to his master. (y/n) stepped forward and decided to take over.

(y/n): "You are seeking to purge your weakness?"

Ademar: "Yes! I'll do anything!"

(y/n) tilts his head in thought before turning back to his comrades. Holden had a slightly nervous look, almost as if he didn't know what to do in this situation. Mercy's face was a blank as ever. The only thought (y/n) could read from her was that she would go with whatever (y/n) did.

(y/n) sighed before turning to the kneeling Ademar. The young man was sweating buckets.

(y/n): "Ademar."

Ademar: "Y-yes?!"

(y/n): "I've been searching for high level players who share our ideals. I want to create a guild dedicated to a sole purpose."

Ademar: "And what might that purpose be?"

(y/n) smirked under his helm. Ademar felt a shiver go up his spine as the Dark Knight's aura changed, taking on a sinister tone. Even (y/n)'s voice changed...

(y/n): "I want to reveal all of the wolves hiding among the sheep. I want to purge the weakness of these lands and bring strength to Aincrad. If you join my Blackstone Legion, I can promise you strength and power, the likes of which you can't imagine..."

Ademar, Holden, and even Mercy all stared at (y/n). They were completely captivated by his change in demeanor.

(y/n) stuck out his hand, his claws flashing in the light.

(y/n): "If you serve my legion, if you serve me, I can promise you that you'll never have anything taken from you ever again!"

(y/n) reached down and held out his hand to Ademar.

(y/n): "Take my hand, take hold of your destiny, and limitless potential will be yours..."

Ademar stared at silently at (y/n)'s hand for a few moments. Then, a look of absolute determination came over his face. He reached out and firmly grasped (y/n)'s hand.

Ademar: "I'll do it! I'll do anything if it means I can get stronger!"

(y/n)'s smile widened as he pulled Ademar up to his feet

(y/n): "Good!"

(y/n) chuckled as he patted Ademar on the back.

(y/n): "I have one final test for you. Complete it, and a permanent spot in my legion is yours."

Ademar: "What do I have to do?"

(y/n): "Help me slay the 30th floor boss. If you survive, then you'll be one of us."

(y/n) gestured to Mercy and Holden behind himself. As if on cue, the pair struck cool poses.

Ademar's eyes widened as he stared at the pair. 

Ademar: 'So cool!'

Ademar turned back to (y/n) and bowed yet again

Ademar: "I'll do it!"

(y/n): "Fantastic."

After several hours of preparation, the Blackstones arrived back at their inn to rest up, and get ready for tomorrow's trial.