Journey of the Last Demon and the Female Lieutenant

Chapter 71

David (while everyone is shocked but Anna and Keith): That long ago.

Keith: While you all get ready for war we decided to keep the Shadow King's attention on us.

Makoto: Sorry but Anna only has you as her bodyguard and the way to the shadow realm is close.

Anna: We have a way to enter the shadow realm but (eyes turn red at the same time lifting her right hand a bit) when did I say Keith was the only person I have at my side?

After clicking her finger the whole room turned red at the same time Anna's hair changed white and her marks appeared before everything could see Sabrina and Yurei standing near her chair.

Yukimaru: Don't mind introducing your friends?

Anna: Of course. The woman next to Keith is the owner of the demon eyes and now my demon guardian. Her name is Sabrina the former Vampire Queen. The phantom's name is Yurei the leader of the group of phantoms I formed an alliance with during our travels.

Renji: Why couldn't we see them earlier?

Anna: First Sabrina is a spirit so only me and Keith can see her. However, in this new magic field, I made and in the shadow realm, Sabrina is able to have a physical form. While with Yurei you will need his permission to give you special eyesight to see him and his people.

David: So is Yurei also your eyes and ears in the shadow realm?

Keith: Correct.

Anna: After having a conversation with Yurei he decided to give you the special gift that will activate at the end of the meeting. However, what I just said can't be known to other bases.

Keith: Since you're willing to betray the military if we become enemies we thought it be right to reveal everything.

Anna: That also means Yukimaru can share the information of the second book with you all.

Renji: Wait there's a second book and you were going to hide it from us?

Yukimaru (look at Renji): Renji there's a good reason why she did that and I'll explain after the meeting.

Renji: Sorry I didn't mean to lose my cool like that.

Anna: It's alright.

Yoruichi: So what are you planning to do after the meeting?

Anna: We were planning to leave tomorrow to travel in the shadow realm to see for ourselves if the Shadow King even prepared anything.

David: Renji, Makoto if it's alright can you allow Anna and Keith to stop by your base when they need a break?

Renji: That's fine.

Makoto: But how will they even reach us from the shadow realm? Remember there are no portals anywhere.

Anna: We can use the phantoms to teleport near your location.

Yoruichi (standing being surprise): You can do that?

Anna: Yes. Also now that each one of us has a phantom we can easily communicate from anywhere.

Yukimaru: I think we should stop here and get started.

Anna (while the room and her appearance return to normal): I agree.

Makoto (standing after a soldier whispers in his ear): Since the meeting is over. We should head back.

Anna (looks at Makoto while Renji stands): Safe travels you two.

Makoto (look at Keith): Keith make sure your woman stays out of trouble.

Keith (while Makoto and Renji leave): Don't tell me something that I already know.

David (after the door closes): When did he know?

Anna (clearing her throat while blushing): That doesn't matter.

Yoruichi: It's cute seeing you embarrassed.

Yukimaru (standing): David, Yoruichi come with me to talk about that other matter.

Yoruichi (and David follow Yukimaru): Coming boss.

Anna (leaning on her chair after they left): I'm so happy we're allies.

Keith (touch Anna's shoulder): Same.

Unknown voice (in Anna's mind): There you are.

(in Anna's mind)

Anna: How did you find me?

Shadow King: By tracking the last trace of my poison.

Anna: So it was you who left that poison in my injury. So what do you want from me?

Shadow King: I challenge you to a duel. I'll see you in the shadow realm. (while disappearing) Don't be late.

(meeting room)

Keith: Anna! (after Anna snaps out) You alright? I've been calling your name.

Anna (look at Keith): Sorry about that. The Shadow King appeared in my mind challenging me to a duel.

Keith: Do you know when he'll arrive?

Anna (while standing): I don't. (smiling at Keith) Let's have a walk before we eat.

Keith (walking with Anna after grabbing her hand): That sounds nice.

Yurei (in Sabrina's mind after she appears in spirit form when Keith and Anna left): What's wrong lady Sabrina?

Sabrina (in Yurei's mind): Be ready to wake Keith up when I tell you.

Yurei: Why?

Sabrina: Anna not telling us the whole thing.

(sunset Anna bathroom)

Anna (while in the bath): Finally a break.

Sabrina (spirit form (near the bath)): Anna spell it.

Anna (after sighing): The Shadow King wants to meet tonight in the shadow realm.

Sabrina: Why didn't you tell Keith?

Anna (look away): Because I had another vision before coming back to my senses.

Sabrina: And it involves Keith?

Anna: The only thing I know is that Keith saved me from a serious injury so I don't know when it will happen.

Sabrina: I see. Do you want me to help?

Anna: No. (while standing) I have to get ready it's almost time to leave for the duel.

(night Keith room)

Anna (lightly strokes Keith's head while wearing her battle outfit): I'll be back. (in her mind while stepping back) Please let me finish the duel (before disappearing from her symbol) before he arrives.