Magi: A Tale of a New Beginning

Scroll 18: The War Starts

Reim Empire

"We're breaking out eh?" Ignatius asked Nerva as they awaited for the last metal vessel. Nerva confirmed it as he explained the war that was about to break out.

"But before that, bring Titus back. That child is also a citizen of Reim."

"Yes, Milady!" Just then a voice rang out and announced that they will be the one to bring him back.

"We'll be sure to break through the enemy lines in the grandest style. We, the Fanalis Corps." The Corps cheered as Scheherazade asked him. Nerva wasn't really fond of them and mocked them. Lo'lo scared him though which made the Fanalis laugh.

"Lo'lo! You'd better stop doing things that would degrade my brother." Another Fanalis said.

"What was that Myron!? Damn you." The two were at each other's throats but was stopped by Muu. Lo'lo told him they were grateful but Muu explained to them that it was thanks to Lady Scheherazade that they were here.

"If that's the case, then let us fight! For his Majesty, the Emperor! For Reim Empire!"

Sindria

A man in purple dress was signing papers when a man in cream colored dress came in and gave him a report about the upcoming war.

"King Sinbad. A report from Magnostadt has come in. Magnostadt has declared war on Reim today. They've broken off all diploma negotiations and sealed off their borders. In response, Reim has deployed their troops. War has broken out." Ja'far exclaimed. Sinbad gave him a serious look before standing up and exiting the room.

Borders of Magnostadt

A young man with pinkish red hair and cream colored royal dress stood on top of a cliff with his humongous knife. He watched Magnostadt with a sadistic smile.

"Who do they think they're kidding? That country doesn't belong to Reim. It's a dependent territory belonging to our brother, the King!"

"What shall we do, Prince Kouha?" His attendant asked.

"That's definitely a no-brainer."

Magnostadt

Soldiers were dispatched by the country while its citizens were evacuated to safety. The news had spread so fast that it left the citizens afraid. Some were begging for the soldiers to let them go. The students of Magnostadt were of no difference. They were also worried that they will die within this war. They were not that strong after all but their mentors assured them that it will be okay and they didn't have to worry about a thing. They will be protected. Titus came down and announced that he cut his ties with Reim. Sphintus and Aladdin were all surprised. Setta just looked at them with cold eyes.

'Everything is now in set.'

Titus mumbled about his selfishness to which Aladdin saw himself. The magi assured him that they were the same for they were born in this world. Setta gave him a small smile before walking to them.

"Don't let that darkness fill your heart, Titus." He said.

"The problem is that they're not our enemy. Something is much bigger than it. We have to stop it, Setta. It's sleeping somewhere here." Aladdin mumbled to the purple haired magician.

"I know."

"What are you talking about?" Titus asked. They shook their heads and listened to Matal Mogamett's speech in the grand room. He gave him a boost of confidence which signaled the start of the war.