The Dark Trials

Chpater 3: Welcome to Astralis.

This chapter will be focused on Wizz.His monologues will be between [ ].

[Charioteer]-Oi,gramps!Wake up!

[Wizz]--*yawns* Argh,bloody hell,have we reached Asralis?

[Charioteer]-Damn right we did.Normally,the payment would be 250 silver coins,but because of the situation you're currently in,I'll let this ride be a free one.

[Wizz]--Oh my.I deeply appreciate this,my young one.Altogh,I will reward you one day,I promise that.

[Charioteer]-Oh really?And where will I find you In the future?

[Wizz]--Most probably at my orphanage ,the one near the Center Bazaar.It's the big white,wooden building that has the very distinct arch like roof.

[Charioteer]-Got it.I'll see ya around gramps.Good luck with the kid.

[Wizz]--Wait!Before you go!I forgot to ask for your name!

[Blitz]-*chuckles* I don't really have a name,but because I always get to my destinations really quick,most people just call me Blitz!

[Wizz]--Ahahaha.Have a good one Blitz!

[I see his chariot disappear in the crowded town alleys as I wave my hand at him.What a nice,genuine man.I hope I can keep my promise and reward him for his kindness.]

[Wizz]--Aaaah.Welcome back to the mighty city of Astralis,me!

[Astralis is the capital of the Central Kingdom,the most economically developed Kingdom out of all.And because of that,it's also the most targeted city,all because of this bloody war the we're in against the Western Kingdom,the most Military-ly developed Kingdom,just because The King is as arrogant and careless as usual.]

[Goliath]-Hey Wizz!Long time no see buddy!Where you been this past month?And what's with the baby?

[Wizz]--Hahaha.Nothing important,just another expedition to a Meteor-Struck town.And this little friend?It's complicated but it's nothing to worry about.I'll see ya another day.

[Goliath]-Alright Wizz,I'll trust you on that,you better not be in some shady work with meddlers again!

[Wizz]--I'm not,I gave up on them long ago.

[That there was Goliath,my best friend and the only person I can trust in Astralis.He's short in height and his build isn't anything impressive,but because a meddler got mad at him and messed with his body,he now posseses gargantuan amounts of strength.He could lift an entire wagon filled with metal with just one hand and not break a sweat!Hence,his nickname Goliath.We've been friends ever since I joined the ATDT (Astralis Town Defense Troops).Hell,he was the one that gave me the pamphlet that made me join.]

[Wizz]-Argh crap.Now I'll have to roll with the ATDT again.How will I be able to take care of my orphanage and Ryuchi this way?

[The ATDT are the main,and best defense this city has.We are constantly attacked by dragons,demons,or western kingdom raiders.The group mostly consists of Wizchemists being that main long range attack and support,that use their magic and alchemy to deal major damage and restore the stamina and health of the Silver Dragon Knights, the close combat,heavy hitting troops who utilize their holy forged weapons,strength and tactics to quickly sweep the floor with any threats.It's was fine and dandy at the beginning,but after the attacks of our foes became more fierce and in bigger quantities,and with the detestable personality of our superiors,I began to hate it.]

[Wizz]--*gently opens the door* Finally,im back home.

[the kids that live in my orphanage start swarming towards me]

[Child]-IT'S WIZZ!!WELCOME BACK WIZZ!

[Child]-WE MISSED YOU WIZZ!

[Wizz]--Yes yes I know.I missed you guys too.And look,I brought a new friend for you all.

[The children living in my orphanage are mostly between the ages of 8 and 12,as most of them leave to start a new life when they reach the age of 12,some of them get adopted,but that happens rarely.]

[Child]-Ooooooh.What's his name,Wizz?

[Wizz]--His name is Ryuchi.He will live here for a while,so please be nice to him and don't bother him for some time until he accommodates.

[the crowd of kids]-*yell*Roger roger!

[Exhausted from all the work,I went to my room along with Ryuchi to get some rest]

[Ioana]-Well well well,look who's back home...

[Wizz]--Ah,Ioana,I didn't think I'd see you in my room.Im glad to see you.Out of this whole place,the one I missed the most was you.

[Ioana]-Aww come on Wizzy,don't start with the sugary stuff now,you need some rest so please go to bed,I even cleaned your room in anticipation.And who's the little critter?He's cute,but what's with that mark behind his ear?*she said as she gave me a nice hug*

[Wizz]--Thank you,Ioana.You're still the best person I can count on.And don't worry,it's nothing important to think of.I found him in the rubble while checking Lier's Rock for any survivors after it got meteor-struck.

[Ioana]-Oh.Who was the Meddler that lured the Meteorite?

[Wizz]--...it was Hektor,and he didn't make it.

[Ioana]-Oh no.That's bad,he was the best meddler in this world.I hope things wont go bad because of his death.

[Wizz]--I'm most certain they won't,you can trust me on that.Im too tired to think anymore,so goodnight Ioana.

[Ioana]-As you say.You too,Wizz.

[That there is Ioana,30 years old.She is my assistant/maid,and the person that im currently in love with.She's short in height,barely reaching my chin,pretty slim,her eyes are a gorgeous ligh blue shade,like the ocean,her hair is brown,short,and fluffy as hell.She's also a person I can count on with anything.She's always been nice to me,and helped me with anything,though she likes to tease me at times,but in the end,she's the person my heart decided to give it's all to.]

[Suddenly,the quiet atmosphere is ruined by the screams of Ioana]

[Ioana]-Wizz!There are some people oustside that say they want to talk with you!

[I peek outside the window to check who it is...it's the ATDT.What could those dogs want now?

[ATDT Officer]-Dear "Wizz",we're only gonna say this once:You will come to the ATDT Department inside the City Hall,and you will take that baby you brought with you as well.You're going to come,or else we're gonna torch this building down to the ground.

[Wizz]--Alright alright,I will.No need to get all aggressive.

[ATDT Officer]-Then don't make us get to that level.

[This...could be bad...]

///End of Chapter 3///