The Two Empresses
New Plan

"Civil war huh? It's possible but we still don't know until they make a noise" Julian said. "I'm sure they can't act recklessly for fear of the people."

"Bas greedy," sneered Max.

"Again" Julian said. "Saciel, Lao won't stop attacking you until you come with us. So I hope you..."

"Tell Lao, if you want to stop me he'll have to bring all the 7 Eternal Wizards. Well, I guess you guys should determine the successor of the Phoenix family," Saciel's steady cut. Julian was stunned, but slowly lulled a smile and stroked the top of the witch's head.

"I think it's the best. I'll tell him. Rather than that, I want to ask you this," he said as he looked at Max. "The girl.no, your sister. How could he have such power? My plants get scared when he's raging."

"Yet demi-humans have some kind of seal to increase our strength. Well, but some cases have special seals like my sister's, "Max said.

"Oh, this is interesting. I want to hear more details about it" Julian said. "How do I activate the seal?"

"just simple. You just need concentration and pof, automatic seal on," Max said. Slowly colored tail feathers and ears are sky blue, eyes dark with turquoise irises. "Like this."

"Interesting" said Phillip.

"But what about your sister? I guess when she went berserk, she was unconscious with the seal," Saciel asked.

"Seals can also come off when we are out of control. That's natural" Max replied. Saciel just pouted hearing it.

"Well, when do I go home empty-handed?"

"Who cares? Go there. You're ruining the scene," drive Max out. Julian just shrugged and looked at Saciel.

"Your journey is long and dangerous. Are you sure you still want to take it?" ask Julian.

"You already know the answer, Julian. Go away, I don't want to hear anything from you anymore" Saciel replied. Julian kissed the back of Saciel's hand gently and left the camp with just a single flick.

"Mr Ackermann, Miss Ackermann is conscious" Parvati said. Max runs into the tent, finding Kezia lying weakly in the contest.

"Nii?"

"Hello, little brother. You've been freaking me out, okay?" softly said. Carefully rubbed Kezia's head with affection. Kezia put on a sweet smile and enjoyed it.

"Kezia? Thank goodness you're okay. How's your condition?" philip asked as he entered the tent.

"I'm doing fine. Where's Saciel nee?" tanyanya.

"Oh, he's sunbathing for a while. He will come back" he replied. "Do you want anything?"

"I want cake" said Kezia.

"Parvati, did you hear her request?"

"Very clear, Mr. Arlestine. I will prepare" replied Parvati as she saluted and left the tent. A familiar girl walked in and put on a smile.

"Kezia, are you okay?" asked Saciel cheerfully.

"Saciel nee!" call pleased. Saciel slowly sat down beside him and stroked the little girl. "Uhh~ likes dielus~"

"I'm more afraid of losing Nee. Nee don't die," he said. Tears were pouring down his cheeks.

"Ssh, hey, I'm not gonna die, honey. I'm not gonna die, am I?" entertain Saciel half in panic. Carefully she wiped her tears and kissed her forehead.

"Promise?"

"Promise," he said, linking his pinky to Kezia's little pinky. Parvati is back with a few pieces of fresh cake that look beautiful.

"Miss, I'm back. Please enjoy the cake" he said, putting a piece of cake beside him. "As a companion, I make milk tea so that the sweetness does not sting."

"Thank you" said Kezia timidly. Parvati nodded and stood beside Phillip. Kezia slowly ate the cake voraciously, unaware that several pairs of eyes were fixated on him.

"How can my little brother be so greedy when eating a snack?" ask Max wonder.

"Once, I'm curious too" Saciel replied as she held back a laugh.

"Don't do that, she's your sister. Pay more attention to him" said Phillip calmly.

"I became anxious to pinch his round cheek," said Parvati. The one being talked about sips milk tea and relaxes the mind. The hue of his face had started to normal, the sad expression he had just shown began to fade. His tail swayed quickly and his ears rose and fell following the emotions.

"Kezia, we'll find Nero first. The border can still wait" chirped Max. Kezia flinched and turned his head, his eyes emitting a shocked expression.

"Nero nii too..stranded?" tanyanya.

"Rather than being stranded, she was caught by an illegal auction. I think he's here."

"Authorized auction eh? On this continent there is only one, and the journey will take a week on foot" Phillip said.

"Is there any other alternative?" ask Max cynically.

"Using dragons will be faster" Saciel said.

"Haha, you're crazy" Phillip replied.

"No, I'm not crazy. Oh, teleportation magic might be the best option."

"Hmph, that's better. Let's go now" said Max pongah.

"It looks like we have to part ways, ladies and gentlemen. I have to take care of some things that are in Careol," said Parvati politely.

"Ah, no problem. Besides, we better not get you involved in my problems" Saciel said.

"Thank you for the generosity Miss. But I have been involved so far. One day, our paths will definitely be linked," Parvati said. Saciel only frowned, but waved in a subtle gesture for Parvati to leave immediately. After saluting, he spun around and disappeared from sight.

Phillip sighed, one hand in his pocket holding a long needle ready to be thrown, but he was unable to do so.

"Saciel, before we go I have to remind you again. We're fugitives, there's a chance they're reporting us to the authorities. Are you sure we're leaving?" ask Phillip.

"Don't question my resolve, Phillip. Let's find Nero, before he's made a mash-up or a slave."