Jaune Mercer

Chapter 23: Dancing with the Beast!

Cerberus has arrived at the scene. One of the most powerful strike forces of the Arc Clan. They sported the same suits and sunglasses. The stylish shades were to block any flash-based attacks. Accompanying them were scores of huntsmen and huntresses, adding to the current number that was called with the previous medevac bullheads.

Within a few minutes, the medical personnel began taking the Arc sisters into the medevac bullheads. In a few minutes, the bullheads were gone, off to give the wounded better medical treatment.

[In a Building]

Jaune was lying in the corner of the wall. The shade covered his face, while the sunlight shined upon his extremities. One could see his right hand twitching.

[With the spectators]

The students were surprised by the appearance of these fighters. They've never seen or heard of them before. All they knew is that while others struggled to take down Jaune, they took him down with ease. 

However, seeing how they operated, they felt hope that these three could put an end to this madness.

Junior's subordinates who were streaming the fight were shaking at the sight of those three.

Junior looked at the screen on the scrolltop. Fearing the worst, he took out his scroll and was about to make a call until he remembered something Jaune told him.

"No extraction unless I say so."

Junior was conflicted. He wanted to help his friend but didn't know if that is what he wanted...At least not yet.

[At the Spider's Den]

The patrons of the bar can't believe what they just saw. Many had fear and anxiety come up from their throats, only for them to gulp it down in a futile attempt to stop their panic.

Melanie and Militia looked worried, seeing Jaune sent flying.

Lil' Miss dropped her spoon full of ice cream, surprised by the encounter with Cerberus.

Roma looked afraid, unable to take a sip of her drink.

Neo had no idea who they were, but could tell the three on the screen must be a big deal if they could induce silence in a crowded room with their presence.

After going to the bathroom, Roman walked back in, confused as to why it was so quiet. He picked up his drink and took a sip, only to violently spit it out.

"What the hell are they doing there?!" He shouted in fear.

"Who are they?" Melanie asked.

"They are Cerberus. An elite task force of huntsmen known for their power and skill," Roman responded.

"They've taken down several prominent criminal organizations, and each one can take down several A-Rank Criminals. Together, they can even subdue S-Rank criminals."

His explanation magnified the fear in the room. It greatly increased for the Malachite twins who worried more for Jaune.

"But what are they doing here? I thought this was a fight between that Jaune guy and his sisters," He said as he took a sip of his drink.

"Cerberus belongs to the Arcs," Lil' Miss said.

Lil' Miss's response caused Roman to get distracted and he started to choke on his drink. He began to violently cough, grabbing his throat to get his hacking under control.

"Y-You're kidding?" He asked with nervousness and surprise.

Lil' Miss shook her head.

"Holy shit...That kid's screwed," Roman said.