Parallel Vol. 4 [LEGACY EDITION]

Chapter 48.2: Welcome to My World

Lymar Village,

Kirkcour Woods, Rosendun.

12:20 a.m. 18th Banem 1092.

Meanwhile, unaware of the danger it just avoided, Drixlia zoomed past the clouds at breakneck speed, leaving a trail of lightning in its path. Seated atop it's back, Kashi hollered as the opposing winds buffeted him, threatening to throw him off Drixlia. The daeben, however, did not care, as he relished in the strange feeling of unison he shared with his steed.

Man and horse as one.

Kashi previously thought he had reached that realm, but looking back, he realized he had only been making a fool of himself. The true unity could only exist when there was no distinguishing between the rider and the steed. The moment when the rider did not even have to think for the steed to know what to do.

Yes, Drixlia currently felt like an extension of Kashi's limbs. Just like he did not think when moving his arms, he did not need to 'communicate' for Drixlia to move as he intended. It was a feeling he could not explain with words, so Kashi emptied his mind and instead buried himself in the liberating winds.

A couple of minutes later, Kashi and Drixlia finally returned to Lymar and landed at the village square. Drixlia came to a stop amidst a flash of lightning, drawing furtive, fearful glances from the centaurs who could not stop staring at it in shock.

Even Kashi who did not feel particularly comfortable with reverent gazes, could not help but feel a hint of pride. He patted Drixlia's neck with a pleased smile. "Hehe, seems like they respect you more than me."

"Kashi."

Goosebumps shot up the daeben's arms and back, but Kashi managed to hide his shock as he looked over his shoulder. As expected, the irritable white-haired assassin was seated behind him with a blank expression as always. "Wh-what are you doing?"

"I'm sure you have official work to do," Shadow replied in an even tone. "Get off. It's my turn."

"Huh?" Kashi muttered, but before he could even comprehend what Shadow meant, he found himself looking at the sky. 'Ah, he pushed me off' Kashi realized and quickly righted himself. He landed in a low crouch and then glared at Shadow whose gaze held a faint teasing glint. Kashi rose to his feet and sent the assassin a mocking glare. "Nice try. But Drix and I share an unbreakable bond. Better be careful or he'll throw you o—" Bzzt!

Kashi's eyes twitched as he stared at the lightning residue left behind and Drixlia shot to the skies with Shadow on its back. 'What man and horse as one? Drix, you traitor! Give me back my pride, you damned!' Kashi coughed as he swallowed his rage and embarrassment. 'At least the centaurs didn't notice right?' However, even that hope was dashed when Kashi notice the mirth in the centaurs' eyes. Even though they tried their best not to laugh out loud, the truth could not be hidden from their eyes.

Well, wasn't that grand.

Kashi sighed and shook his head. What's done is done. Besides, Shadow was right. He did have important stuff to do now. Kasha was reluctant to let go of the centaurs, especially after receiving the God of Worlds prompt. Initially, he had wanted the centaurs to pledge alliance to Rosendun, and maybe bolster Absalon's forces with a couple.

However, things had changed since he first set off for Kirkcour Woods. The knowledge he could had people to his inner world had completely changed the daeben's line of thought. Kashi had already begun formulating a new plan that would stun the world, but first he needed to convince the centaurs.

Kashi braced himself as he approached the chiefs, pondering on what tricks he should use this time.

Boom!