Sky Maiden: Savior of Exahelm

Chapter 22: Her Only Words

~~~Flashback~~~

"Think...what can we do?!" Carla thought. Suddenly she shot her eyes open as she thought of an idea.

Cheila notices Carla's expression. "You thought of something?" Carla then slowly puts her hand over her eyes for a moment.

"...That Hahlos individual, he can see through the future right? Well, do you think my visions can be used like his?" Carla challenges.

"Oh! I never thought of that!" Cheila gasps. "But, didn't you say long ago you can't control it fully?"

"I recall a few times I was able to control it..." Carla mentions. "I just have to...focus!" She clenches both her hands as she looks down. She shuts her eyes as she begins to breathe at a slow pace, with Chelia watching patiently.

Suddenly, Carla sees a vision. It shows both Jellal and Erza on the floor injured. While Hahlos stands in front of them as he begins to conjure a spell. Her eyes shoot open widely as she falls backwards.

"C-Carla! Are you okay?!" Cheila exclaims, pulling out a hand. Carla grabs her hand as she is pulled back up. She rubs her head as she replies "...Yeah, I actually saw something."

"Erza and Jellal, they're in trouble!" Carla explains. Chelia gasps as she pumps her fists together. "Well then, let's go!" She begins to run out but Carla grabs her arm, stopping her. Chelia looks back at Carla and notices her down expression.

"We can't go. Not yet." She insists. "We need a plan, do you remember the practices you, me and Wendy did together for your magic?"

Chelia gives out a small sigh. "I'm not sure if I'll be able to pull it off, especially now." Carla then grabs both of Chelia's hands and gives a determined look.

"We have to try! I know it's a difficult process, but I know you can at least gain *some!*" Carla motivates. "Now, close your eyes."

Chelia shuts her eyes as well as Carla. "Try to feel the air around you, focus as much as you can. I'll be here to help you focus." Carla explains. Chelia gives out another sigh before murmuring an "Okay."

Wind begins to surround the two as Chelia gives out some deep breaths. The air slowly flows into her mouth as she begins to consume it. She grips Carla's hand tightly as she begins to struggle. Carla gives a gentle squeeze to reassure her. The air then expands around the area as Chelia collapses on her knees. She pants a couple times but notices a small black wind spiral around her wrists.

"Seems like you got some little magic." Carla smiles. Chelia stands up as she gives a large smile. "I...I did it!"

"Now, we'll need as much magic as possible from you, as I may have an idea to help out Erza." Carla informs. "There was one thing I remember about Hahlos' magic." She crosses her arms as she closes her eyes. "His eyes flash blue for just a moment, right before someone attempts to attack him. If I can focus enough to get a vision of my own after his, we should be able to land some hits on him."

Chelia pumps her fists as she smirks. "Got it! So what should I do?"

"Prepare to attack him, try not to hesitate. Once I give you the signal, attack in the opposite direction you originally planned on." Carla explains. She then summons her wings and grabs Chelia as she begins to fly up. "Now, let's go."

"Right!" Chelia beams. The two then fly out of the window towards the town.

~~~Flashback End~~~

"You? You can see the future?!" Hahlos exclaims as he slowly stands up, clenching his wound. He grits his teeth and summons a saber. "A mere feline with future visions, and a child with Sky God magic? How absurd!"