HPDBC Chapter 47 Actions Move Fast
Chapter 47 Actions Move Fast
Chapter 47 Actions Move Fast
Todd shot a quizzical glance at Ty as he admitted, "I hadn't really considered it in that way, I suppose. Still, it's a bit chilling to witness such violent ends."
As the chamber settled back into silence, a heavy sigh resonated from the Demon King, carrying the weight of the day's judgments.
As he slouched in his towering seat, a touch of fatigue appeared over his usually stern expression. Observing the change, Ty walked up to him, intending to check on his demeanor.
"Oh, you're finally awake," the Demon King remarked, snapping his fingers. The colossal room seemed to shrink as he transformed himself down to a smaller form, standing at 6'8" in a tailored suit and blazer.
The refined fabric contrasted against the chamber's stern stone, giving him a semblance of normalcy amidst the eerie courtroom.
He then ran his hands through his slick black hair, an habitual action, which he used to massage away the weariness.
His usually ablaze red eyes which contained a fierce resolve, now displayed a gentle glint of exhaustion, with a hint of weariness that reflected in the subtle crinkle at the edges.
With a tinge of annoyance in his words, yet filled with a playful undertone that danced beneath as he said, "What took you so long anyways? I've been playing daycare for almost a month now. I told you to just retrieve the relic, not bring every friend you met like it was going to be some sleepover."
His jest carried through the room, dispelling the grim atmosphere that was clinging to the stone walls.
His annoyance seemed to have dissolved along with his words, replaced with a trace of amusement at the remarkable and unexpected events that unfolded under his reign.
With flames jetting out from the open slots on his armor shoulders, Ty threw a bony hand over his skull.
While the flames still flowed down with ease, they still offered him a slight sting, a sensation which he had managed to push to the back of his mind.
"Sorry about that," Ty began, "things just unfolded so quickly after the Angelic girl showed up again, and before I knew it, the entire area was being engulfed in a purplish liquid and – "
Ty tilted his head slightly, a silent indication for the Demon King to continue.
"Your girlfriend, Jade... she was attacked by Erebos," the Demon King revealed, his eyes meeting Ty's hollow sockets.
A cold shock ran through Ty's being at the mention of Jade's name. The flames on his body flickered wildly for a moment, mirroring the sudden surge of emotions within him.
His mind raced with images of Jade, worry gnawing at him. However, before he could voice out his fears, the Demon King continued.
"But she's in good health now. It's unclear why he's taken the approach he has," he said, his words carrying a sense of reassurance that slightly eased the turmoil within Ty.
Ty took a moment to process the information and the flames on his back simmered down a bit as some relief washed over him, knowing that Jade was safe. Yet, the fact that Erebos had targeted her stirred a rage deep within him.
The Demon King observed Ty, understanding the whirlpool of emotions he must be going through. He stood up from his throne before stretching out his massive frame and said.
"We will continue this conversation over dinner with the rest of the group." Saying that he changed the course of the conversation, giving Ty some time to process the information.
"DING"
Just then, a loud ding resonated through the room, signaling that the Demon King's attention was needed elsewhere. "I have matters to attend to with judging souls for now," he added, making his way toward the judgment hall while his footsteps echoed through the chamber.
Taking a moment of pause, he turned back towards Ty and said, "Prepare yourself; we have much to discuss later," before disappearing into the adjoining hall.
Todd, who was still helping his kids with cleaning, looked over at Ty. The silence between them spoke volumes, yet Todd broke it with a soft, "How did the talk go?"
The flames on Ty's body flickered gently as he recounted the conversation. His voice carried a mix of relief and newfound determination as he shared the news about Jade and Erebos.
While his bony face couldn't portray any of his emotions, his anger was clearly evident, "The person who was responsible for my current form has now attacked my loved ones," he said, the flames on his back suddenly started dancing angrily as he lost his calm from just a moment ago.
"That's all I know for the time being, but I need to get ready to go back," Ty continued as he clenched his fists. Although the path ahead seemed to be fraught with danger, the urgency to protect his loved ones and to confront the threats that were looming over them fueled his determination even more than ever.