Hexe - The Great Exodus

[CH. 0050] - The Long Night

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Phrase

Translation: Please, I earnestly seek forgiveness / Please, accept my sincere apology

Definition: A respectful and heartfelt request for forgiveness. This expression is used in situations where one seeks to convey not just remorse, but also a strong desire for reconciliation and understanding. It reflects a profound acknowledgment of one's mistakes and a sincere plea for pardon.

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"Come out, come out, wherever you are!"

The hum of the ley lines resonated around the lake until the tranquillity was shattered by a violent splash that erupted from the water's surface. Yeso's eyes widened as he recognized the creatures from his vision – the Koi Carps, the Spirit of the Two-headed Fish.

As the water cascaded, a Spirit emerged. Its form was fluid and ever-changing. Covered in white, pearl-like scales, the Spirit bore a resemblance to an elf yet lacked the characteristic pointed ears, which instead took on a shape more akin to sea shells.

Their features were in a constant state of metamorphosis, never settling long enough to give a clear indication of their exact appearance. Its form shifted subtly, altering simple shapes and even gender, presenting an ethereal, almost otherworldly presence that defied any concrete definition, just like water.

The Spirit fixed its narrow eyes on Yeso with evident indignation. "How dare you summon me, dragging me out from my garden... you filthy...thing?" the Spirit asked, echoing over the water.

"I need your help. The Howling Night needs your help!" Yeso urged, turning his full attention towards the wolf, still convulsing.

"Howling Night, what a ridiculous name he chose for himself," the mermaid-like figure scoffed with disdain. They moved gracefully across the surface of the lake, each step seeming to lightly touch the shimmering golden ley lines that glowed beneath them. Their movements were fluid like water as if they were tiptoeing on the very essence of magic itself.

"Koimar!" the woman with vivid red eyes called out, "We need you!"

"The little pup, you mean?" Koimar responded, and their bile with sarcasm was drenched in every word.

The woman, still cradling an eye between her hands, said, "Echternach is trying to vanquish the End of Times."

Upon hearing this, Koimar's form shifted into that of a male, their expression one of scepticism.

"The End of Times? Do you take me for a fool? It's already unfolding! Everything is coming to an end, Marie-Hex. There's nothing left to save!"

Caught in the midst of the escalating confrontation between the two Spirits, Yeso finally intervened, "That's not true!"

Koimar, moving fluidly across the water's surface, approached Yeso. He crouched down, eyeing Yeso intently, and asked, "Are you accusing me of lying?"

"It's not the end. I saw it." Yeso, despite the tremor of uncertainty that threatened his composure, stood resolute in his words. "I have seen it... you have my word; whatever is about to happen, it won't be today," he declared, but his voice revealed a subtle shake.

"How can you be certain of such a thing?" the mermaid-like Spirit questioned, returning to its female form.

Yeso simply responded, "I've had a vision, a small but very clear glimpse of the future." He spoke unwavering despite the doubt in his eyes. "To validate my words, I am prepared to offer you one hundred and two of whatever it is that you most desire."