Journey for The 10 Gemstones

" Operation:Pass the Plan "

I continued eavesdropping on the Empyrean's conversation, understanding each word to the best of my understanding. In the underbrush; Noah was by my side. My childhood best friend.

Another guard then says

" Sure! Let's just go back to our camp. Then we can begin our invasion of Vale, I can already smell and hear the screaming citizens! "

He said enthusiastically, as he chuckled As if he had no remorse existing inside of him. Like a child playing with toys, He thought my comrade's lives were toys. I could've punched him... But. My cowardice got the best of me. I still feel guilty to this day.

My commander of the Knight Legion that I was part of was groaning in pain.

" No, You'll never get there... You will never! "

He said stubbornness is clear in his face. He grabs the Empyrean Guard's right leg. Attempting to subdue him in a last attempt to delay him.

The Empyrean Guard looked visibly annoyed, he tried to pull away, As if trying to avoid the plague

" Get your filthy hands off me! "

My commander was persistent, and even bit the Empyrean guard. Scratching and clawing him. He was determined, strong, and resilient.

But, He had heavy injuries. This was his last attempt to at least delay the Empyreans. Defeat was inevitable, but a flare of determination washed over his eyes.

The Empyrean Guard scoffed and chuckled amusedly. As if he had no care

" Go on, go on. Your bites will do nothing! "

He then kicked my commander in his head, The commander stumbled back. Their teeth gritted, and he was angrier. But before he can reach again, another Empyrean guard gets his sword out and stabs him relentlessly. Groans and shouts of my commander now echoed through the forest with each stab wound.

Me and Moah watched in horror. Our eyes widened, and an eternal trauma was implanted in my brain.

" N-N-No...! " I said, tears flooding my eyes like a waterfall at its peak.

Noah pats my back, trying to act resilient. His fists were clenched and his teeth were slightly gritted as he 

" Don't worry bro, I've got a plan. "

Noah whispered to my ear, silent as a mouse.

" Don't worry, Stay with me. You know their plans, layouts, and movements towards the future invasion of Vale, Right? "

I'd still act desperate, tears shedding through my face like a waterfall. I held Noah's wrist tightly as I frowned a serious expression in my face. Adding to the already somber atmosphere I have felt.

" Y-Y-Yeah... Why?.. "

Noah then scoffed and smiled, as if there was a genuine smile.

" So I say, Let's follow them back to their camp, get their plans. Then send it back to the city council of Vale. "

I'd now have a clear fierce determination in my eyes. As if it was burning inside, I'd smile.

" I get your plan. For... This Legion! For... My comrades! "

Noah then smiled and had the same fierce determination in my eyes. He wiped his tears away and lent out a fierce smirk.

" That's the spirit! Now, Let's kick some Empyrean butt! "

We'd quickly ride on our commander's horse, near the forest. It was known to be a Swifthorse. An agile creature that can be as fast as a modern-day Ferrari.

" GIDDY UP! " I'd say out loud with a fierce determination evident in my words. I knew this could be a breakthrough, a way to avenge my comrades, and a way to save an entire city.

Operation:Return the Plan was initiated.

Follow the Empyreans to their base camp, steal their layouts, plans, and movements to invade Vale, and give it out to the Vale City Council.

The Swifthorse neighed loudly as if he said "Yes, Sir! " in human language. He spun around and then went charging rapidly, following the Empyrean squadron, the murderer of my comrades.

Noah shouted and gleefully shouted as the Swifthorse dodged many trees and obstacles and brushed through the forest as if it was traveling in plain, flat terrain. We quickly caught up with the Empyreans, the race was intense. Yet, The Empyreans didn't know someone was chasing them.

We continued to rush through; the only sounds were the galloping of horses, the sounds of grass rustling, twigs breaking, and leaves rustling, and the constant cooing of owls.

The race continued forever, The Swifthorse's body protested, its calves and legs begging for rest. Yet, The Swifthorse's fire of determination was burning inside. The race continued. And eventually, We see smoke in the distance.

The smoke continued, It smelled like a campfire. Noah continued to smile and grin, knowing that the base camp was clearly near them. The ride continues, eventually. We'd see a couple of tents, cabins, and a campfire in the center. There were also short wooden walls and pikes.

There were also crates, full of whatever, Ranging from food to weapons.

The Empyrean Guard turned his back, He suddenly heard us rustling through the bushes.

" Ah-! " But before I continued my shout, in exclamation and surprise that the guard caught us. Noah covered my mouth and angrily muttered to me

" Seriously?! Ugh. Normal you, Glenn. "

I'd chuckle slightly before we'd continue to crawl around.

The Empyrean Guard, expression unreadable, Would gesture to a gate guard to open the gates; the Gates creaked open, and the sound was loud. But we'd quickly get inside an empty crate, and slowly shift ourselves to the gates. We've got inside.

We'd continue to start shifting around, stealthily maneuvering. The shadows and the moonlight shadow through us. Utilizing it as an advantage, we'd perform many acrobatic movements to at least secure our stealthy position.

We'd now crawl inside one of the tents and shift through its chests. Opening any sort of content and making a mess. We'd also see some Empyrean Armor, with its distinct Black and Yellow banner engraved in it, along with classic golden ornaments adorning it. Me and Noah quickly wear some, enhancing our disguise further. As we continued to shuffle through the chests, seizing loot. After checking the tent's contents. It contained... Nothing.

Suddenly, The shuffling of iron boots entered the tent, and the sound intensified and intensified. Until the tent was zipped open.