ALL NOVEL Chapter 15: Belthegus
As the night fell, enveloping the city in its cloak of darkness, artificial lights flickered on one by one, transforming the landscape into a sparkling constellation. Car headlights traced luminous streaks on the streets, like lost fireflies in an ocean of darkness.
Akira lay on his back, eyes closed, at the edge of the building's rooftop. The nocturnal wind gently caressed his face, carrying with it distant echoes of the city below. Beside him, Yumi sat, her gaze lost in the void. Her eyes, transformed into Byakugan, scanned the horizon with precision.
The silence between them was soothing, almost meditative. Only the rustling of the wind and the distant murmur of cars below disturbed this tranquility.
Suddenly, a light breeze arose, causing Akira's and Yumi's hair to ripple. It was like a whisper, a barely audible murmur that seemed to carry a message. Akira slowly opened his eyes and sat up, his gaze fixed on the spot where Elysia was specifically, where Elysia was. "It's time," declared Akira, his voice resonating in the silence of the night.
In one fluid motion, they stood up, their silhouettes standing out against the ink-black sky. Without a word, they leaped into the void, their bodies slicing through the air. They glided above the city. The city lights twinkled below, creating a carpet of earthly stars that stretched as far as the eye could see.
Meanwhile, Elysia was alone in one of the medical rooms. Standing in front of a large mirror, she wore nothing but a seductive black lingerie set, a lace thong and bra. Slowly, she put on an immaculate white shirt. Her slender fingers buttoned up the garment from bottom to top, deliberately leaving the last button open, offering a teasing glimpse of her plunging neckline.
While gazing at her reflection, her hand gently brushed her cheek, at the exact spot where Akira had touched her earlier. His words echoed in her mind, like a haunting echo. "I'm the one asking the questions." His intense, emotionless gaze haunted her thoughts.
Shaking her head to dispel these troubling images, Elysia hurriedly put on her tight black jeans. As she slipped into her jeans, a familiar voice suddenly spoke up behind her.
"From here, it looks really beautiful."
Turning abruptly, Elysia found Akira casually leaning against the wall, a cryptic smile on his lips. Yumi was sitting on the bed, an unreadable gleam in her eyes.
Elysia felt her cheeks flush under Akira's appreciative gaze. She instinctively tightened the towel around her, trying to preserve some modesty in front of Akira, who had clearly witnessed her dressing up.
"You, what are you doing here? No, how long have you been here?" she stammered, her voice trembling with embarrassment and confusion.
"Since the beginning," Akira replied in a suave, seductive tone. "It's really a treat! Your body is absolutely sublime," he added.
He paused, his smile widening.
'hmmm...she was looking at the spot where I touched her' Akira thought. "Looks like you enjoyed it," he said in a suggestive tone.
Elysia's cheeks blushed even more under his intense gaze. The room's atmosphere felt heavy, charged with an almost palpable electric tension.
Akira approached her, until he was just a few centimeters away. His breath on her skin made her shiver. He slowly raised his hand and gently caressed her cheek, his thumb lingering on her slightly parted lips. Elysia shivered at this touch, electrified despite herself.
Elysia swallowed hard, her heart pounding in her chest. She was torn between embarrassment, confusion, and an inexplicable attraction to Akira.
"What... what do you want from me?" she stammered, aware that her voice betrayed her apprehension.
"Nothing too complicated. We just wish for you to host us during our stay and take care of our expenses, whether it's for shopping or food."
"I... I understand," Elysia replied, her voice barely audible.
Akira slowly moved closer to Elysia, his warm breath gently caressing her ear. He murmured in a suave voice:
"Mmm, you are so beautiful, Elysia..." Akira let out a slight chuckle, his eyes gleaming with amusement. He reached out to brush away a strand of hair falling on Elysia's face, letting his finger slide gently on her cheek. "Are you trying to seduce me?" He whispered in her ear, his warm breath making Elysia shiver.
Elysia felt her heart race, her pulse quicken. She mumbled a few words, her voice trembling. Akira took a strand of Elysia's hair between his fingers, twirling it around his index finger, then leaned towards her, his nose brushing her neck as he sniffed her scent. He lifted his head, his gaze plunging into Elysia's eyes, who lowered her head shyly, her cheeks flushing.
Suddenly, there was a knock on the door. A voice called out, "Miss Elysia, your belongings are ready, you can go home now."
Elysia immediately pushed Akira away, her breath short. She grabbed the towel next to her and went to the door, only opening it partially to show her head.
"T-Thank you very much...," she replied timidly, lowering her eyes.
The person left, and Elysia quickly closed the door, her heart pounding. She put on her jeans, carefully avoiding Akira's gaze, too embarrassed by what had just happened.
Yumi, sitting on the bed, watched the scene with fascination, her eyes sparkling with interest. She hadn't said a word since the beginning, but her expression spoke volumes about her amusement at the situation.
Once dressed, Elysia grabbed her bag and spoke to Akira, her cheeks still red.
"I-I think we can go now. Wait for me outside, it would be too risky if the hunters saw you here."
Without waiting for a response, she quickly left the room, her heart still racing from Akira's actions.
Alone with Yumi, Akira couldn't help but smile, amused by Elysia's reaction.
"It's truly fascinating. Throughout all these years, I have never taken the time to observe these inferior beings... but looking at them up close, they are not so different from us."
A smirk on his face, Akira replied, "You should thank me for showing you such a thing."
He then headed to the wardrobe and pulled out clothes identical to Elysia's.
"You should wear this," he said to Yumi.
Without a word, she began to undress in front of the mirror, revealing her collarbone and voluptuous breasts in a red and black bra.
Captivated by the sight, Akira did not wish to linger and slipped into the next room.
Ten minutes later, they were both ready, dressed in outfits similar to Elysia's, and left through the same entrance they had come in.
Elysia drove out of the camp in a car resembling a black Audi RS5. The headlights pierced the darkness of the night as she drove onto the winding road. The engine roared powerfully with each acceleration. She took a sharp left turn and saw Akira and Yumi in a dark corner of the street. Elysia slowed down and stopped right in front of them, the tires screeching slightly on the asphalt.
"G-Go ahead, get in," she said, carefully avoiding meeting Akira's gaze.
Slowly, Akira and Yumi emerged from the shadows. The city lights reflected on Akira's half-open black shirt, revealing his torso. Unable to find suitable shoes, he wore the ones he had on. Yumi, on the other hand, was dressed in an outfit similar to Elysia's, accentuating her slender figure.
With an elegant gesture, Akira opened the back door to allow Yumi to get in. She stepped in, exchanged a fleeting glance with him, and settled comfortably on the leather seat. Akira gently closed the door, circled the car, and took a seat in the front.
"We can go," he declared in a neutral tone, casually resting his right hand under his chin while gazing at the nocturnal landscape.
Elysia started the car and headed towards her apartment. During the journey, she couldn't help but steal furtive glances at Akira, who pretended not to notice, lost in his thoughts.
The car sped down the road, the lights of surrounding vehicles and buildings sparkling like a myriad of stars in the night. Despite the global state of emergency, people were having fun and laughing heartily, enjoying every moment. In the darkness, hunters could be seen wandering, their silhouettes standing out in the shadows.
The urban landscape was breathtaking. Skyscrapers majestically rose towards the sky, their illuminated facades creating a kaleidoscope of colors. Neon signs of shops and restaurants lining the streets added a touch of eccentricity to the atmosphere. Passersby strolled, some arm in arm, others hurrying to their destination. Each seemed to wear a mask of carefreeness, seeking to escape, if only for a moment, the unsettling reality of their world.
"Beautiful," murmured Yumi, her eyes wide with wonder at the urban landscape unfolding outside the window.
Still seated in the same position, Akira spoke up. "Tell me, do you have anything about the major events of this world?" he asked.
Intrigued by their exchange, Yumi gave them an inquisitive look. Elysia paused before responding, rummaging in her bag.
"Yes, yes... I think I have something," she said, pulling out an iPad and handing it to Akira.
He took it and effortlessly turned it on, slightly surprising Yumi. However, she remained silent, observing Akira's actions attentively.
Focused on his task, Akira scrolled through the events one by one, his fingers gliding skillfully on the touchscreen. Suddenly, he stopped at an image that caught his attention.
"Tell me about this event," he asked Elysia, showing her the image.
As she turned to look, her eyes widened and a shadow of sadness crossed her face. In a grave voice, she replied, "This event is considered the most significant in world history. And the creature you see there is Belthegus, the demonic dragon."
At these words, Yumi's interest, which had seemed detached until then, suddenly awakened. As for Akira, an enigmatic smile spread across his lips, as if he had just found prey.