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T W E N T Y - T H R E E

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.. Bluebirds fly over the rainbow...
Oh why, oh why can't I..?
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<<.. Eirlys... I have been waiting for you, Eirlys...>>

The female could hear a delayed voice echo as the group continued to look for their destination. The girl furrowed her brows, searching for the voice.

<<.. Will you finally free my brother, Eirlys...?>>

The voice asked, seemingly hopeful.

<<It's been over thousands of full moons since I've last seen him... I want you to set my brother free, Eirlys,>>

<<The task may be a little difficult. I shall lend you my powers to assist you when the time is right. In return, I would like to have my brother, Eirlys... I have faith in you.>>

"Areum...?" Soobin called, snapping the girl out of her trance. "Are you feeling alright? You seem puzzled?" he asked, frowning at the girl. "Ah, yes... I'm fine," She nodded with a small smile. "We should be nearing the entrance, it won't be lo--" Taehyun was interrupted as his horse stood on its hind legs, letting out a loud roar, followed by a snort as the male fell off, letting out a yelp out of surprise. Out of reflex, the girl beside him casted a spell, causing him to land on top of a floating bundle of clouds.

The horses refused to budge, all of them turning towards the opposite direction. "They must be frightened... Where are you taking us exactly?" Yeonjun furrowed his brows, getting off his horse. The others followed suite, glancing at Areum and Taehyun.

Areum bit her tongue back, looking at the younger wizard beside her as he stood up and held his staff in his hands. ".. Forgive me for doing this," he let out before slamming the base of his staff down, whispering out a small spell. "What are you--!!"

The three boys in front of them fell asleep, slowly lying down on the grass. Areum had casted a safegaurd around them to ensure their safety. ".. Was that really necesary?"

"The ancient secrets of Kavowar such as this cannot be revealed to the blind eye, no matter what... They must not meet the high priestess, or they will be in grave danger," he let out. "This is a matter that only magic-type users could resolve. Now let us proceed onwards," Taehyun spoke, guiding the older female.

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After a couple of minutes had passed, the two arrived in front of the supposed isle of Evalott, the two freezing at the sight of a woman with the oversized cloak over her head, covering her face.

"Whom dares enter the isle of Evalott?" The woman asked in a threatening shout, almost as if the two had been overstepping her bounderies.

The two glanced at each other before kneeling down before her. "I, Eirlys, have come to speak with your grace, madam... I have come bearing a wish, and I will take any challenge that you wish to present me," Areum let out, her head lowered to the ground.

"Stand, young maiden!"

The girl obliged, standing up with a straightened posture, waiting for the woman's next orders. ".. Eirlys, you say...? How many years has passed since our last unfaithful encounter?" the priestess muttered to herself, causing the young girl to furrow her brows. "Whatever do you mean, madam?"

"So you've lost your memories of your past life?" She scoffed, seemingly amused. "The great Eirlys kneeling before me, a priestess? How humiliating of you,"

The girl gulped, keeping a stern gaze. "I have come for you to grant my wish, not for you to mock me," She let out. "Very well, Eirlys. What has someone with the likes of you come to ask of me?"

"I have come to ask for you to release Sorin, the elven boy..."

"And is that all...?"

".. As well as Atziaer,"

Taehyun furrowed his brows at the name, not recognizing it. The woman fell silent for a moment as she sent the young one a bitter glance. "And what makes you think I have such authority?"

"I know that is you, Elegiac," The young maiden sneered. "Did you really think that I would not recognize such presence?"

Taehyun slowly stood up, confused. "Have you met her before...?" he asked, the girl nodding firmly. ".. How can you be so sure that I am Elegiac?"

"Those flowers. I have seen them in your realm. And your duties are awfully similar, don't you think?"
The priestess laughed, taking off her cloak. "Very well... Then you must know what I want in return," She smirked.

"To free their souls, I want yours in return,"

"You think I am willing to play your games, Elegiac? How foolish of you,"

"Areum, what are you doing?!" Taehyun shouted in a whisper, pulling her back.

The girl rolled up her right sleeve, where her crests were hidden beneath bandages. "I challenge you to a dual. And if you win, I will give up my crests,"

The priestess raised a brow, seeming intrigued. "Areum, are you mad?! You can't possibly--", "That is IF you win," she emphasized. "And if I win. You will grant me yours,"

The woman laughed hysterically at the offer. "Have you forgotten of our last battle?" she asked loudly. "Do you want to lose another friend?!"

"I haven't lost a friend. And I won't lose any by your filthy hands," she gritted out.

Elegiac glared upon hearing this. ".. Very well... But if that boy behind you intervenes, then I will take his soul,"

"You will do no such thing," Areum let out, snapping her fingers to trap the boy in her safeguard, the wizard punching his fists against the mystical wall. "You're going to die!" The younger glared.

"A true legend never dies, young one,"

A border surrounded the two, one made of fire. "Let's freshen up some memories, Eirlys..." Elegiac smirked, leaping towards her.

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