Her Name Was Sena

Chapter 2

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  It took her several years, but she was finally able to live in a cozy home with the money she had from her job. Although it wasn't as big as a nobleman's house, it was enough to satisfy her. Sena quickly went to the bathroom, in the mirror she gazed at the nape of her neck, between her chest, and the palm of both her hands. On her skin, engraved a strange-looking insignia with strange symbols around it. "Leave me alone..." She mumbled as she lowered her head and gazed at the ground. As the morning sun rises, Sena went outside. The air was fresh and she could already smell the aroma of food at a nearby restaurant. "Mhmm~" Sena smiled, forgetting all her worries and went inside to get breakfast. After eating she quickly went to the Palace. Having told that she and Leon would have a special task, she ran faster than the carriage that was beside her. 

        Sena walked into the palace after confirming her idenity at palace's entrance. Leon had also arrived, "HEY LEON!" She called him with a smile. Leon lightly hit her on the forehead, "Quiet, idiot! You know how important it is for us to be here?!" Sena smiled, "Heehee~" Leon was already with the XOLA organization when Sena joined.  He was extremely strong and intellectual. He was always coming up with strategies before fighting someone. Observing their movements, analyzing a way to find their weakness, and killing them without having a single scratch on him. When he was 15, he was already acknowledged as a strong opponent in XOLA. After several years, Sena managed to become his equal and even become friends with him. "Hey, stop daydreaming. They're coming!" He yelled. Sena was enthralled. It was King Aspen and Cyril Wendon, the man who created XOLA. "Papa Cyril!!~" Sena called out to Cyril, who grinned when he ran to hug her. Both King Aspen and Leon smiled at the two's heartening encounter.  

        For as little as she could remember, Cyril was the one that picked her up from the streets and brought her into the organization. To Sena, he was her savior.  During the time she was with him, he was a father to her, he gave her warmth, he gave her happiness, and cherished her as though she was his own daughter. But he suddenly left 5 years ago to look for others who were capable and would be a great asset to XOLA. As they sat down at the outdoor tea table, Cyril made a serious expression. "Getting back to what King Aspen and I were discussing.. We thought it would be nice for you to work in the palace along with the knights." Cyril told them. "WHAT?!" Leon and Sena yelled simultaneously. "Of course, you two will be assigned in the units liable for protecting the royal family. Since the King and queen already the upper rank knights with them, you'll be along with the other knights protecting Princess Adele, Princess Lilly, Prince Keenan, and Prince Elliot. "Are you kicking us out? I thought we were one of the strongest?!" Sena shouted in anger. "That's why I'm entrusting you with this." Cyril told them with a stern voice. "I'm sending you here so that they know your importance. I want to be proud to see my lovely children grow up being able to protect the royal family." "And we'd be happy to serve the royal family." Leon suddenly said. Sena met his eyes, and clenched her fists. 'Leon, what the hell are you thinking...' 

        As they headed towards the Knight's training hall. The knights began snickering as they walked around. "Hey, state your name and business." A knight with light-brown hair said as he approached them. "Obviously, like you guys, we're here to protect the royal family." Sena replied. "You peasant, how dare  you act so impertinent towards an elite knight!" The arrogant man said. "Peasant?! How dare you talk to to me like that! If you're so elite, then why haven't I heard of you before?!" Sena retorted. Leon sighed, 'There she goes...' The young knight glowered in anger. "Her name's Sena and I'm Leon Bateson. On behalf of XOLA, we've come here with the order to work alongside you and keep the royal family safe. This girl isn't a very bright person so please excuse her." Leon stepped in before things become barbaric. "Hmph.. Well, I guess we'll welcome you with welcoming hands since we are the Knights of Strylis. I'm Vincent Langston." The arrogant Knight  said and held out a hand towards Sena. "Forget it, why would I shake hands with someone who insulted me!" Sena objected. "I'm just trying to friendly here!", "You creep!", "What did you call me?!" With the arrival of Sena and Leon, the palace is becoming quite lively.