As the sun dipped below the horizon, it painted the entire sky a magnificent crimson gold.
High in the sky, three figures streaked across the sunset like streaks of light, instantly disappearing into the horizon.
"Hahaha! Rudeus, why are you so slow?"
Eris stood on a giant sword, her long red hair flying wildly in the wind.
Although she hadn't been flying on her sword for very long, she was already completely immersed in the exhilarating feeling of soaring freely.
While maintaining high speed, he didn't forget to turn around and give the brown-haired youth behind him a smug smile.
"A game without stakes is meaningless."
Rudeus crossed his arms, his expression calm to the point of indifference.
"If you can surpass me, I'll give you a reward."
Eris winked slyly, a provocative smile curving her lips.
Upon hearing this, Rudeus couldn't help but chuckle.
(I've already surpassed you, what reward do I need?)
However, such words obviously cannot be said aloud.
"Okay."
Rudeus raised an eyebrow.
"You've only learned flying magic a few days ago, and you dare to be so arrogant?"
I'll give you ten seconds.
"Let me show you what top-tier chasing looks like."
The words had barely left his mouth.
His flying sword paused slightly.
The figure that was originally speeding along seemed to completely ignore inertia, and was abruptly stopped in mid-air.
Then he began to count silently.
ten...
Nine...
eight...
On the other side.
"Hmph~ You idiot Rudeus."
Eris accelerated against the gale, her smile growing brighter and brighter.
"How dare they say something as outrageous as letting me run ten seconds ahead!"
In a short time, the distance between the two had increased to nearly two hundred meters.
six...
five...
"Now you probably can't even see my wake, let alone catch up with me, right?"
Eris couldn't help but let out a smug chuckle.
three...
two...
one...
Rudeus slowly raised his hand.
Nitrogen acceleration!
boom--!
In an instant.
A deafening sonic boom suddenly exploded.
The air seemed to be torn apart by some invisible force.
A blurry afterimage instantly pierced through the sky.
call out--!!
Eris's smile froze instantly.
She hadn't even realized what was happening.
Suddenly, a terrifying shockwave surged up behind me.
She instinctively turned around to look—
What came into view was only a fleeting streak of light.
"Huh?"
Eris was stunned.
What was that that just flew by?
"Bird?"
"Wrong..."
"It couldn't possibly be a person, could it?"
Her eyes widened, her face filled with disbelief.
"Are you kidding me!"
"At that speed, a normal person would definitely be torn apart by the wind pressure, right?"
One question after another popped out of his mouth.
Eris froze on the spot for a long while.
A black dot suddenly appeared on the distant horizon.
Immediately afterwards...
The black dot rapidly enlarged.
In the blink of an eye, he reappeared in front of her.
"Yo~ we meet again."
Rudeus stood casually on the sword, a bright smile on his face.
Eris opened her mouth, but before she could speak...
----boom!
The belated blast wave finally caught up and arrived...
A strong wind swept in.
The wind made her sway, and she almost lost her balance in mid-air.
Rudeus reacted swiftly, raising his hand and releasing a gentle surge of magic.
The next second.
Eris was steadily supported and fell into his arms.
"Feel sorry."
Rudeus shrugged, feigning helplessness.
"My brother's dashing figure stirred up a gust of wind!"
"Who... who would believe such nonsense!"
Eris retorted verbally.
But when she saw that handsome face so close to hers, her voice involuntarily softened.
My heart started beating faster and faster uncontrollably.
thump...
thump...
It felt as if a little deer was rampaging through my chest.
She hurriedly looked away, but the tips of her ears had already subtly blushed.
"So what?"
Rudeus lowered his head slightly.
What is my reward?
"I..."
Eris was speechless for a moment.
Rudeus chuckled softly.
He reached out and gently lifted her chin.
Let that blushing, pretty face face me again.
"You tell me yourself."
"Or should I ask for it myself?"
"Wait, wait a minute..."
Eris's voice became noticeably panicked:
"I'm not ready yet..."
Eris's voice grew softer and softer.
That usually confident and radiant face was now flushed with a captivating blush.
Rudeus leaned down slightly, and their foreheads gently touched.
Their warm breaths mingled together...
Time seemed to slow down dramatically at that moment.
Eris instinctively gripped the hem of her dress, her chest heaving violently.
She was so nervous that her heart was pounding, but she didn't take a single step back.
Those amber eyes trembled slightly before slowly closing.
Seeing this, Rudeus's lips curled into a slight smile.
Then he lowered his head.
He gently kissed her soft lips.
In an instant--
Eris's body trembled violently.
My mind went completely blank.
The whistling wind in my ears, the magnificent sunset in the distance, and the vast land beneath my feet all seemed to lose their meaning at this moment.
She could sense it...
All that remains is that real and warm touch.
The initial tension and stiffness gradually dissipated.
Eris gently grasped Rudeus's shirt at the chest.
Her body unconsciously moved closer to him.
The sunset bathed their figures in a golden-red glow.
High in the sky.
Two figures embraced silently.
It was as if the whole world had shrunk down to just the two of them.
After a long time...
The two then slowly separated.
Eris was breathing softly.
Her once fair cheeks were now as red as ripe apples.
Those eyes, which were always so bright and lively, were now glistening with a misty, watery light.
She didn't even dare to look Rudeus in the eye.
She could only lower her head shyly and bury half her face in his chest.
Compared to the young lady who would draw her sword and kill people at the drop of a hat.
At that moment, she appeared exceptionally gentle and adorable.
The contrast between that assertiveness and shyness.
It's so captivating that you can't take your eyes off it.
However, at that moment...
A whooshing sound suddenly came from afar.
"Um?"
Rudeus turned his head to look.
A green-haired man was slowly approaching, riding a flying sword.
The long spear on his back gleamed coldly in the setting sun.
It was Rujierd.
Eris was jolted awake by the noise.
She quickly tried to break free from Rudeus's embrace.
As soon as he made a move, he lost his balance.
"Slower."
Rudeus reluctantly reached out and pulled her back.
"What's wrong?"
Rujierd flew closer and looked at the two of them with a puzzled expression.
"What happened to Eris?"
"Nothing."
Rudeus waved his hand casually.
"It might just be that the magic consumption is a little high."
"Oh, right."
There seems to be a village ahead.
Let's go there and rest for a bit.
Rujierd followed his gaze and smiled slightly, "So, you've come full circle again...?"
"It's definitely time to rest."
The three of them then flew downwards.
en route.
Rudeus watched as Rujierd's sword-wielding movements became increasingly skillful, and couldn't help but sigh inwardly.
This guy's adaptability is truly amazing.
I've only had the flying sword for a short time.
Now, he can actually handle it quite well.
It was ultimately due to the innate talent of the Superd tribe.
Or was it that Rujierd's own qualifications were simply too outstanding?
This cannot be verified at the moment.
As the altitude decreased, the outline of the village gradually became clearer.
It was a very small settlement.
The houses were actually converted from giant tortoise shells.
It has an exotic feel to it.
The outer perimeter was only protected by a simple wooden fence that served as a mere defense.
That must be Roxy's family home~
To avoid causing unnecessary disturbance.
The three landed about 300 meters from the village.
Upon landing, Rudeus skillfully stored the flying sword into his Magic Pocket.
He also casually put away Rujierd's flying sword.
Every time I see this almost unbelievable storage method...
Rujierd would always show an expression of amazement.
Then I looked at Eris.
I found her standing there, holding the greatsword, her face full of confusion.
" Eris."
He said, amused.
You should put it away too.
"Huh?"
Eris immediately showed a reluctant expression.
But I still want to keep it.
He looked just like a child who had just received his favorite toy.
We're about to enter the village.
"It's better to keep a low profile."
"Hmm..."
Eris puffed out her cheeks.
In the end, it obediently opened the spatial rift.
She slowly placed the greatsword, which was almost as tall as her, inside.
Then.
The three walked side by side toward the village entrance.
However, before they could even get close...
A slightly wary voice suddenly rang out.
" Rujierd!"
All that could be seen was the village entrance.
A blue-haired boy who looked about fifteen or sixteen years old rushed over.
His gaze was fixed on Rudeus and Eris.
"Who are these two mysterious guys?!"