The 5 Knights

chapter 8

The heavens were filled with sword-fighting noises. Carl was at his fullest, not holding back, yet, he could not beat any of the knights he was training.

Even though Radon was hollowed, yet, this made him even more powerful. Barmouth could cast any spell, as well as change its weapon from staff to sword to other close-range weapons.

Rosa on the other hand was pretty powerful the moment she came in. Her intelligence allows her to observe the situation and her opponent. A small opening is enough for her to attack an angel or a demon.

Amelia was on another level, she never allowed herself to get caught in an attack range in any way. Long-term or short-term attack. Even with the speed of Carl, she could see through his attacks and cut his head off with her only two katanas.

"Now I am satisfied, I can send you to Salem with no hesitation." Announced Carl, adopting a joyful tone.

"I need to know something." Said Amelia with a confused tone. She looked around, making sure all the eyes and ears are with her, then continued. "Salem said that the big war is yet to come. Is it him against the demons or Salem and angels together or Angels and Demons against him?"

Carl laughed in a loud voice. "Angels do not stand on the Side of Demons. The more important part is to go to the Moon Kingdom along with Salem." Said Carl trying to hide the laughter.

He waved some signs then said out the names of the people he wants to dismiss them. A light circle appeared above their heads and another beneath their feet, then disappeared.

Carl wanted to follow them but suddenly, a blue soul appeared in front of Carl. "You better go and seal Salem's power once again." Said a deadly serious voice. "I know my job, my lord." Said Carl as he dismissed himself.

The nightmare was standing by the side of Salem. Suddenly, lights came down from the sky and four knights appeared.

"Took you long enough my boys." Said Salem with a smile on his face. "You are number four so watch your mouth." Said Radon in a mocking tone.

Nightmare grew a hand smashed Radon in the floor. Barmouth, Rosa, and Amelia pointed their swords at her. Nightmare announced with an angry tone. "You humans must know who you are dealing with. This man here is a legend." As she grew other hands and held each one of them and stuck them into the ground.

"Don't waste your energy on them. This kingdom is worth more." Said Salem as his eyes shined more bright red than before.

She got her hands back to herself without saying a word. Then, an unexpected guest joined them. It was Carl.

He looked at Nightmare with eyes filled with hate towards her. "What is a Demon doing here with Salem?" Asked Carl with haltered in his eyes. "We talk later, the sun is about to set." Announced Salem with a rushing tone.

Salem and nightmare entered the two gates and saw a land covered with a white blanket. Houses with white roofs. Snowmen built in front of every House door. However, the horrifying scene was when Nightmare took a glance inside the nearest house from the window. Bodies of children, elders and parents were found on the floor.

"Yo Salem, do you listen to heartbeats?" Asked Nightmare with a mysterious tone. Salem looked around but never saw Carl. Nightmare looked at him asking if he is ok. But did not feel ok. He was troubled to fight the heavens at the same time the demons.

"No. I ain't gonna lie, I am worried to fight the heavens and demons at the same time." Announced Salem with a troubled voice.

Amelia coughed and got herself out of the ground. Followed by Radon, Rosa, and Barmouth. The four of them stood on their feet and headed towards the corrupted village. "Don't worry, we will fight with you and Nightmare as long as you stay a part of these five knights." Said Radon with a smile on his face.