From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals
Chapter 45: Armored Bones

Ty was taken aback after replaceing Todd in such good form and couldn't help but blurt out, "Weren't you bleeding out on the floor just a while ago? How are you already back on your feet and fighting these strangers?"

Pausing momentarily with his large hands atop his head, Todd responded, "That was like... I don't know, a month ago, maybe?"

"Yeah, your lazy self decided to sleep for an entire month. About time you decided to wake up," a soft but irksome voice chimed in, prompting Ty to swivel around to see who it was.

Looking around he didn't replace anyone and he gazed with a look of confusion.

"Oi, here!" That's when he heard the voice once again and found that it was coming from a lower height.

Looking down, he found a short girl sporting a blue hoodie and black leggings. Ty instantly recognized her and said, "You're that little kid from the planet."

Amazed to see her alive and standing there, Ty remarked, "I'm shocked to see that you have survived. Also, have you grown a bit taller since last month?" Ty placed his bony hand on her head, jesting, "I could've sworn you were only like 2ft tall," and chuckled softly.

"BAMMM!"

She blinked, and in the blink of an eye, Ty's hand exploded into pieces with a swift motion.

As his hand slowly reformed, she said, "Sorry, sorry," with a hint of mischief in her voice.

"Fine, now that you are awake, everyone should stop worrying about it, I'll go inform the Demon King that you've finally woken up," she continued before demanding, "Put some clothes on before meeting the Demon King. Just because you're a pile of bones doesn't mean you can walk around as a skeleton all day."

She then directed Todd, "Go get him some garbs and make sure he makes it to the King's throne room quickly," before hurrying away, a hint of red coloring her cheeks.

"So what's up with her?" Ty inquired, watching her small retreating figure.

Todd shrugged, "She's been like this since we got here, really. She woke up thinking she had died and had gone to hell, but when the Demon King showed her kindness and healed her injuries, she calmed down a bit. Though the hand thing was sort of a problem, he went ahead and gave her a red hand."

Todd elaborated a bit as he continued, "He says it's some type of special hand, but I simply call it Red," Todd shared, placing a hand on Ty's shoulder. "But it's good to see that you've woken up."

With a playful grin, Todd couldn't resist joking, "Just how much sleep does a skeleton need by the way?"

His eyes twinkled with mischief as Ty gave a mock groan, appreciating the humor amid the unusual circumstances the two found themselves in.

Todd then led Ty to replace something suitable to wear for his audience in front of the Demon King.

As Todd guided him down the vast, ornate hallways of the Demon King's castle, Ty couldn't help but be taken aback by the grandeur of his surroundings.

The walls were adorned with ancient, mystical runes, and the flickering torches were casting long shadows that danced across the stone floor.

Soon, they arrived at a large, heavily adorned door which Todd pushed open, revealing a room filled with a plethora of garments, armors, and weapons.

In the center of the room was a mannequin, upon which was placed an outfit, and from its design, it was evident that the clothing was meant for Ty.

The sight was unlike anything he had ever seen before. The attire before him was an intricately crafted armor, black as night with subtle red accents that seemed to emit a faint glow in the dim lighting of the room.

The meticulously adorned armor was laced with engravings that mirrored the mysterious runes that could be seen throughout the castle.

Ty approached the outfit, a mixture of awe and curiosity swirling within him.

Being a skeleton, Ty didn't have an inherent need for protection. However, the armor resonated with a kind of unique power that piqued his interest.

Todd explained that the Demon King had personally commissioned this armor specifically for Ty, and was designed not only to complement the Demon King's own attire but also to augment Ty's innate abilities.

With Todd's assistance, Ty donned the armor effortlessly.

It fit him perfectly, encasing his skeletal frame snugly, providing both protection and a sense of empowerment.

The helm was a masterpiece, designed to resemble a fearsome skull with red glowing eyes.

As Ty donned it, he could feel a surge of power coursing through his body while the armor seemed to be resonating with his burning soul.

Once fully clad in the armor, Ty took a moment to admire himself in a large mirror that stood against one wall.

The reflection that stared back was of a fearsome, formidable skeleton knight, a stark contrast to the mundane accountant he once was.

He couldn't help but feel a sense of pride mixed with a newfound resolve.

Todd, visibly pleased, clapped Ty on the back, his face beaming with approval as he remarked, "You look like you're ready to take on the world," his voice filled with camaraderie and a hint of awe.

"Hmm."

Ty nodded, feeling a sense of preparedness, something he had never felt before. Together, they made their way towards the Demon King's throne room.

While they were on their way, Ty spoke out, "I do have to say, this is quite the get-up, though."

"I was expecting some basic clothes or garb. And the way this fits my body as if I've worn it a dozen times over is really shocking."

Todd, a bit confused, just stared at Ty and asked, "Why is that shocking?"

"Because I've grown a bit since becoming a skeleton, and my body has sort of morphed. So, he must have started working on this after I returned," Ty explained.

"Then, that is quite surprising, and I guess I didn't notice the change in your height since you still seem short to me," Todd replied, giving a slight chuckle.

Walking up to the gates, Ty stated, "We will need to catch up soon and see how you've been since getting here."

"I'm sorry about your family and anyone else you might have been close with."

To Ty's words, Todd looked at him, confused, before the sudden shock hit him that Ty had no idea what had happened since he had passed out.

Pushing the door open, two childish voices cheered out, "Daddy!!" as two small figures ran up to them.

The voices belonged to a pair of goblin children, a boy and a girl, who didn't seem older than 3-4 years old, who ran up and were trying to climb up and over on Todd, wearing garbs and holding rags that they were using for cleaning and polishing.

Meanwhile, as that happened, the massive 40-foot-tall form of Demon King loomed, with three men kneeling before him, bellowed Ty with a tell, grabbing his attention to the lively scene that was unfolding.