Lady Stitches (An Overlord OC fanfic)

Chapter 5- Journey

The sun shined gently, the empty plains seemed to complement the forest that stood either side of the path they traveled. No one spoke a word, only the rattling of the carriage, and soft patter of feet that followed could be heard. As agreed the Swords of Darkness were to take the lead in front of the carriage while Narberal, Ains and Stitches would protect the rear.

Nphirea spotted the perfect resting area for everyone, to catch their breath. "Mr. Peter."

"Yes?" Peter replied.

"Why don't we take a break around that area?" The meek boy suggested.

Peter followed his gaze. "Good idea." He turns to Ains party. "Mr. Momon."

"I understand." He nodded.

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Nphirea brought the horse the river for a drink, while the other sat down resting.

Peter stared out to their surroundings making sure it was safe, before turning back to the others. "Mr. Momon, Mrs. Melas, things will get a little dangerous from here."

"I understand." Ains replied.

"We'll be careful and alert as we press on." Stitches assured.

'I can't use most of my magic in this armour. Well, I wonder how far I can go as a front-line fighter.'

'Well there is only one way to find out.' She chuckled.

Ains turned his head making eye contact with Narberal who closed her eyes and bowed upon contact. 'Narberal will use fifth tier magic if necessary.'

'And I'll be sure to use enchanted items if needed.'

'Thank you, it'll be great if that takes care of everything. If that's not enough, I'll get a little serious.'

'As will I.'

'Please do so if necessary.'

Their conversation is brought to a halt when Lukrut grins speaking to Narberal. "Hey, Nabe! Don't worry so much!" He winked pointing at himself with his thumb. "There'll be no problems while I'm the eyes and ears of the team." He grinned. "Well, aren't I amazing?"

"This mosquito..." She grumbled.

"Nabe." Ains warned.

"Will you allow me to squash him, Mr. Momon? Mrs Melas?"

"Jeez! You're as harsh as usual, Nabe!" he said giving her a thumbs up, before shrugging.

The Swords of Darkness laughed meekly at their ranger's behaviour.

"This area is the Wise King of the Forest's territory, right?" Ninya questioned, changing the subject.

"Wise King of the Forest?" Stitches repeated in a curious tone.

"It's a mighty magical creature that has lived for hundreds of years. A silver four-legged beast that has the tail of a snake. It is wise and can use magic as well." Nphirea explained.

'It sounds like a chimera, without a head of a goat.' She thought to herself.

"It would be interesting to meet such a creature." Ains mumbled to himself.

"I want to pet it" Stitches said quietly, making Ains sweatdrop from her child like curiosity.

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