Extra Pages: The Author's Odyssey
Chapter 147: Massacre Of Silva [3]

"Adrian!"

Adrian hears Emma's distraught voice as she shoots multiple mana arrows against multiple black-clad individuals with her Bow.

However, despite managing to hold her own against the black-clad individuals, Emma was on the verge of losing due to their numerical advantage.

-Spurt!

Quickly dashing in Emma's direction, Adrian hacked towards the nearest black-clad individual, killing him instantly as his sword disappeared and reappeared on his neck.

-Spurt! -Spurt! -Spurt!

Like a shura from hell, Adrian hacked and stabbed everyone in his way. Along the way, he would help a couple of students who were on the verge of getting killed by the black-clad individuals.

…

-Spurt!

"Huff…huff…you okay?"

After killing multiple black-clad individuals, Adrian appeared before Emma as he heavily panted for air.

"Huff…yes, thanks"

Similarly gasping for breath and nodding her head, Emma's eyes darted all over the place as she looked at all of the battles happening around her.

"What's going on?"

"I don't know, they just started to attack me as soon as we reached my room."

Shaking his head, Adrian looked just as confused as Emma…

Professor Lillian is not with them as she is out there, fighting against dungeon monsters. There are just security guards that would Abel to help them.

It had to be noted that a lot of the students here were sons and daughters of very influential figures. Their deaths would put a heavy burden on the Nova, therefore, there was no way they wouldn't be here right now defending them.

Yet with everything going on around them, they still weren't here. That only meant one thing…

Thinking that far, Adrian clenched his fists and looked at Emma who seemed to have had the same thought as him.

They were on their own…

-Woosh! -Woosh! -Woosh!

Snapping Emma and Kevin out of their thoughts, three streaks of lights appeared before them as three black-clad individuals not so far from where they were standing fell on the ground.

Quickly turning her head and looking in the direction of where the arrows came from, Emma exclaimed

"Evelyn!

Just as Emma was about to head in Evelyn's direction, the sound of the air being sliced increased in frequency as more arrows continuously shot out from Evelyn's direction.

-Woosh! -Woosh! -Woosh!

As the arrows repeatedly shot from Evelyn's quiver, they reminded Adrian. and Emma of a swarm of locusts that devastated ecosystems.

Adrian and Emma, now joined by Evelyn, formed an impromptu alliance against the encroaching black-clad assailants. Evelyn's relentless barrage of arrows acted as a shield, keeping the attackers at bay. The trio navigated through the chaos, swiftly reacting to each other's movements.

-Clank! -Spurt! -Woosh!

The sound of combat echoed in the air as they fought side by side. Despite their coordinated efforts, the relentless onslaught of black-clad individuals remained a formidable challenge.

Amid the battle, Adrian noticed another black-clad individual who was going to attack them from selling.

"There! One is above us!" Adrian shouted, pointing at the cloaked figure.

-Eclipsing Shadow!

The black-clad individual vanished into thin air, leaving the trio momentarily disoriented. However, Evelyn's keen senses detected subtle movements.

"Over there!" she exclaimed, firing a series of arrows toward the concealed adversary.

-Woosh! -Woosh! -Woosh!

The arrows punctuated the air as they sought out the elusive figure. The black-clad individual reappeared, narrowly avoiding the projectiles.

With a sinister grin, the black-clad individual surveyed the chaos they had unleashed. It became evident that this was not a random assault but a calculated strike against specific targets.

"We need to stop them before they disappear again," Adrian urged, tightening his grip on his sword.

As they closed in on the leader, more black-clad assailants joined the fray, intensifying the struggle.

Adrian, Emma, and Evelyn faced the increasing number of black-clad assailants, their movements becoming more synchronized with each passing moment.

-Clank! -Spurt! -Woosh!

Adrian's sword danced through the air, deflecting incoming attacks while striking back with precision. Emma skillfully fires her arrows at the assailants, delivering calculated blows. Evelyn ensured a constant rain of arrows that kept their enemies on the defensive.

Amidst the chaos, Adrian noticed a particularly agile black-clad individual closing in on Evelyn, intending to exploit her position.

"Evelyn, behind you!" Adrian shouted, diverting his attention to intercept the approaching threat.

-Spurt!

Adrian's sword intercepted the assailant's attack just in time, preventing any harm to Evelyn. The black-clad individual recoiled, momentarily disrupted by Adrian's intervention.

-Eclipsing Shadow!

However, another black-clad assailant seized the opportunity to vanish into the shadows, evading the trio's immediate retaliation.

"We can't let them escape!" Adrian declared, his focus unwavering.

Amid the ongoing battle, the trio faced increasing challenges. The black-clad assailants displayed exceptional coordination and adaptability, making each encounter more intense than the last.

-Clank! -Spurt! -Woosh!

The trio exhibited a seamless blend of offence and defence, gradually gaining the upper hand against their adversaries. Adrian's sword strikes were swift and precise, and Emma's and Evelyn's arrows continued to rain down upon the assailants.

-Eclipsing Shadow!

As one black-clad individual attempted to retreat into the shadows, Adrian anticipated the move and swiftly pursued it. With a well-timed strike, he incapacitated the fleeing assailant before they could vanish.

In the heat of the battle, the remaining black-clad individuals increased their aggression, attacking with greater ferocity. However, Adrian and his companions responded with unwavering determination.

-Clank! -Spurt! -Woosh!

The clash of weapons, the spattering of blood, and the whistling of arrows filled the air. Despite the odds, the trio's coordinated efforts began to wear down the assailants.

With a strategic move, Evelyn positioned herself to cover Emma and Adrian's backs, ensuring a continuous stream of arrows against the encroaching threats.

-Eclipsing Shadow!

As the last black-clad individual attempted to escape, Adrian anticipated their move. With a powerful swing of his sword, he incapacitated the assailant, leaving them at the mercy of the trio.

With the defeat of the eight black-clad individuals, a momentary silence settled over the chaotic scene. Adrian, Emma, and Evelyn caught their breath, surveying the aftermath of the intense battle.

"What was that all about?" Emma questioned, her eyes narrowing as she looked at the defeated assailants.

Adrian shared a determined gaze with his companions. "We need to replace out who's behind this and why they targeted us."

***

"We need to replace out who's behind this and why they targeted us," Adrian said to Emma and Evelyn and paused for a moment before continuing "But First we have to regroup with others."

"Hey Evelyn, have you seen Isabella and Aric?" Emma asked Evelyn.

Putting her bow down, Amanda Nodded her head at Emma's words.

"I met Isabella on the other side of the first floor, she's currently with Sunny"

"I also know that Lyra is currently with Elera, Noah, Kael and Isla"

"Then what about Aric?"

A new quiver filled with arrows appeared on Amanda's hand as she shook her head

"I don't know where is he."

Frowning, Adrian thought for a moment before saying

"Considering how the assassins targeting me knew how I fought, there's a chance he's still fighting against them"

Remembering how difficult his fight with the black-clad individuals was, Adrian looked towards Emma and Evelyn and said

"Let's replace others and help him"

"Yes"

Nodding her head, Emma looked in Amanda's direction and said

"…you coming?"

"Yes"

Nodding her head, Evelyn started to follow behind Emma and Adrian.

As Adrian, Emma, and Evelyn navigated through the corridors of the Mansion, their path intersected with more black-clad assailants. The assailants, undeterred by their previous defeats, confronted the trio with a renewed sense of determination.

-Clank! -Spurt! -Woosh!

The clash of weapons and the whistle of arrows resumed as the trio engaged in another intense battle. Adrian's sword art cut through the air with precision, Emma's mana arrows prowess incapacitated assailants and Evelyn's arrows maintained a relentless onslaught.

-Eclipsing Shadow!

Adrian anticipated the attempts of some assailants to retreat into the shadows, preventing their escape and maintaining the pressure. The trio fought with a coordinated efficiency that hinted at their growing camaraderie.

Despite the continuous waves of black-clad individuals, Adrian, Emma, and Evelyn showcased their resilience and adaptability. Each confrontation served to further solidify their synergy, turning the tide in their favour.

-Spurt! -Woosh! -Clank!

The trio moved seamlessly, anticipating each other's actions and responding with well-timed strikes. As the last assailant fell defeated, a brief respite settled over the corridor.

"I wonder why they're targeting us specifically," Emma pondered, her gaze fixed on the defeated assailants.

Adrian shared her concern. "We need to replace out who's orchestrating all of this. Let's keep searching for the others and gather information."

"Others must be on a lower floor, where we were sitting a few minutes ago, Let's check there," Evelyn said, Adrian and Emma.

Adrian thought for a bit, after all, what Evelyn said has some point.

After making his decision, Adrian nodded his head and said, "Okay, Let's go downstairs." Saying that Adrian started to walk to the elevator, followed by Evelyn and Emma.