Pashiva 4 The Duln Saga

Duln in Fear, The Rep- Sapien

         Felren held out the token with the word Ranger written on it towards Wepial as Wepial became shocked at the sight of it. "You're a ranger"? Wepial asked. "Mhm". Felren nodded. "Wait, then why were you gone, and if you were gone then why didn't you know about all the Rangers falling back into the wilderness"? Wepial asked. "I guess I should answer your question with another, how long has it been since the Riders took over Duln"? Felren asked with genuine curiosity. Wepial then stared down in great despair. "They arrived only about two months ago, within weeks of fighting the Rangers felt themselves outnumbered and outclassed so they left. The people weren't exactly upset or angry at the Rangers considering even we knew how outclassed they were". Wepial said. "Then that explains a lot. If they took over about two months ago then that's why I never heard about it. I was sent on a mission all the way in Archvil, it took me about a month just to get to Archvil because I kept getting sidetracked on my way there by stopping bandits and what not. Then after getting done with my business in Archvil I got sidetracked on two other adventures to Stonegrove and Aryopola so in all that time that's probably when the invasion happened and I was so preoccupied that I never realized I didn't get a message asking me about the progress of my mission". Felren explained. "Oh yeah I heard about some stuff going on in that region you guys have been, are you guys involved in any of that stuff"? Wepial asked. "Huh you guys know about that"? Felren asked. "Yeah, news got around about a couple of days after Archvil was taken over by a band of four Brown Cloaked people who dethroned Pensen. Then all people were talking about was the red sky which enveloped the skies. After the incident in Stonegrove it took about a week for news to get around and the next day after the end of the civil war in Ayropola, news spread around that the same band of Brown Cloaks supported the Royal Army. In that time reports of Under Lords have been spreading around. Tell me are these rumors true"? Wepial asked in genuine worry. Felren was reluctant to answer while Melat was listening quietly on the sidelines until he closed his eyes and threw away any possible consequence of saying anything negative. "Yes, we defeated two Under Lords". Melat answered. "Look, not that I'm against what you guys are doing, because I'm all for you guys putting an end to this Siege by Under Lords. But remember, the United Empire tends to avoid relations with the Upper Life and the Under Depths. So be careful you don't piss any of them off". Wepial explained sternly. Melat and Felren both nodded simoutaniosly. Wepial seemed gracious at their cooperation but seemed very unsettled and began to bite his tounge. "Well we need to get going, we're kind of preoccupied with something else right now". Melat said as they began to walk away while Felren stayed back. Melat looked back to see Felren still intrigued with what Wepial had to say. The two stared at each other while Wepial was hesitant to spit out the next words. Felren then stepped towards him in worry. "Hey, you need me for something don't you"? Felren asked. Wepial looked away. He then looked back to see Felren's genuine concern for him. "Listen, Duln needs Rangers like you now more then ever. Especially one that defeated two Under Lords". Wepial said while swallowing his pride to where his stomach felt crushed and his heartbeat could be heard a mile away. Felren stepped back in shock. "Why what is it. Those Ferocious Riders,  I can just convince the Rangers to come out of hiding, and help with strategy and leave the rest to them. We got somewhere to be, we're in kind of a hurry". Felren said while thinking of Melat. Wepial then got on his knees, placed his arms on the floor and begged with his pride in shambles. "Please, Ranger Felren, Brown Coat Melat.....". Wepial said before Melat cut in. "Actually it's Felren the Ranger and Melat the Hero". Melat said cheerfully. Wepial seemed confused until Felren stepped in to fill him in. "In Aryopola we were given the titles of Felren the Ranger and Melat the Hero". Felren explained. "Oh then please Felren the Ranger, Melat the Hero, we need you, please take down the Ferocious Riders, they're tearing us apart". Wepial begged. Felren after seeing the desperation on the village leader's face, the village leader of Felren's home country in complete fright, he smirked and held out his hand. "Of course I will". Felren said while Melat opened his eyes wide. "Thank you sir, thank you. All though I forgot one minor detail that'll make things slightly more difficult to take out the Riders". Wepial said. Felren listened while Melat was still realizing that they were now committed to saving Duln. "Look, the Riders are strong, strong enough to slay any beast in these woods. And for the last decade, there's been a myth that I'm pretty sure you're well aware of". Wepial mentioned. Felren then opene his eyes wide in curiosity. "You mean, the Rep- Sapien"? Felren said curiously. "Uh yeah, I guess I don't need explaining on it. But ever since the Riders got an interest in hunting the Rep- Sapien, they've demanded that half of the people's wealth go to them. Meaning all of Duln will be in poverty. We cant afford to have you guys go after each Rider individually. We think it'd be easier if you guys caught the monster first, and hid it. That way the Riders would never find it and kill it". Wepial explained. "I see". Felren said while considering the idea. Meanwhile Melat seemed hesitant on the idea. Felren then pounded his left palm with his right fist. "Okay, we'll do it". Felren said with great confidence similar to Melat's in any other situation. Melat however was disappointed in Felren's decision. "Ah ha, thank you sir, thank you so much". Wepial said holding out his right hand. Felren then grabbed his right hand with his right hand and the two shook hands in an agreement. "Please take one of the empty houses and you can stay there until you guys are done". Wepial said pointing to an empty, two story house which seemed to hold no life. "Haha, thanks, we won't make you regret this decision". Felren said. "Come on Melat". Felren said. Melat then started to walk slowly behind Felren. Just then the rest of the Brown Cloaks were following behind with arms full of food. 

      Five minutes later the Brown Cloaks met up again while all in the house they'd be staying in unitl further notice. Melat gave Felren an annoyed look leaving room for further conflictions possibly between the Brown Cloaks.