The source of this content is N0veII_bIn
Chapter 554: Chapter 554
Arthur's Point of View
Pendragon Estate
We moved to the entryway as I was walking them out. "Arthur..." A familiar voice called out to me.
The little band of Demons turned to look up the stairs where Lucia was with Alwin, Aydalia, and Marina. "You should be in bed." I told her as I looked at the other three for an explanation.
"Is she still not well?" The cloaked High Elf inquired from behind me.
"She will be fine in a few more days. This is mostly fatigue." Marina answered.
To my surprise, Lucia looked at the three before she spoke. "Do you trust them, Arthur?" I quirked a brow at that. "You've spoken of them, but you were always wary."
Looking back at the three for a moment, my attention soon shifted back to Lucia. "I do. With what I know now, I don't think they mean any harm in the immediate future. When Thana is dealt with will be the deciding factor, but even then..." Trailing off, I eventually asked a question of my own. "Why do you ask?"
"It's not like you to make deals with Demons." Lucia commented.
"Credo and Pestilence likely hate Thana as much as I do. They aren't going to betray me anytime soon." My eyes found the High Elf. "This one isn't a threat either."
Lucia seemed surprised by that. "She attacked you last time, or rather, she tried to. Was one meeting-"
Knowing where she was going with this, I spoke firmly. "Marina." She turned to me. "Enough. I already asked for their assistance if they feel my energy spike."
She had taken on an embarrassed expression before backing away. "Apologies. I just want everyone to be safe."
"As do I."
Breeze stepped out of the doorway allowing Credo and Pestilence to leave. The High Elf stopped beside him and looked at him for a moment before she looked back at Marina. Her head began looking around for a moment as if she was confused.
"Didn't you say there was one more?" She asked me.
My eyes narrowed at that slightly. "There is."
With a nod, she flew off with her two companions. "Are you sure that was wise?" Lucia asked as the door closed while Breeze went back outside. "Demons are-"
"We don't need to be worried about them." My gaze moved to Marina. "Do we, Marina?"
"..." I received no answer.
"Get some rest Lucia." My attention turned to Alwin. "Make sure she gets to bed alright. Aydalia, could you check in on the others."
"Of course, Arthur." Aydalia answered as the group left.
Marina and I remained. "Father..."
I met her eyes only for a moment before she looked away. "It's fine. Go get some rest."