forum The Soul Labyrinth

Started April 14, 2019 by @CasiCasino group

tune

Hinata continued to listen to the melody as she looked for a source.

In the dark hallway, a figure can be seen standing alone. They seem to be playing a golden lyre while closing their eyes. They had four pairs of large golden spider legs coming out off their back, all of which seemed relaxed at the moment. The figure had a white suit, a pair of leather shoes, a golden monocle which went surprisingly well with what he was wearing.

“Your footsteps are still a little too loud… but I don’t mind… I’m glad you came…” the figure said while still playing on the lyre. His voice was the same as the one who sang the poem. The song he was playing was calm and slow, he wanted to give Hinata a sense of security.

(I- I would faint)
"Why?" Hinata asked, listening to the music.

Tolkalee watched Hinata leave but didn't follow. He stayed in the Arena pacing back and forth. He wanted the Chariotmaster to come back. He had a score to settle.

The musician gave Hinata a soft smile while still playing the music and closing his eyes.
“The uncertainty of knowing whether someone is a foe and a friend in the Labyrinth is indeed high… I’m glad that you’ve made up the courage to step up and see the unknown for yourself…” as he said that, the song went softer.

The coated figure in the Arena looked at Tolkalee.
“Thinking about someone?”

Hinata was fighting to keep herself from feeling secure. She couldn't afford that mistake again. Not after… no. Not now.
"If you do not explore, the unknown will be your downfall."

“Exactly… you must be questioning yourself… of whether you can trust me or not… I will tell you that I’m not a friend… nor am I a foe… regarding trusting me or not, that choice is for you to make…” as he said that, the song he played ended.

"You could say that," Tolkalee replied curtly.

The coated figure nodded.
“This is a nice piano…” he said to himself more than anyone. He was looking around the exterior of the instrument.

"I only truly trust myself," Hinata said, knowing to be the truth. She was always watchful of her allies.

The musician turned to Hinata. Their white hair illuminated slightly in the dark. Without opening his eyes, the musician bowed.
“I am The Golden Maestro, a Paladin of the Labyrinth… I’m the Paladin who’s summoned by the Knights Chrysus, Zac and Scar” they introduced themself.

Hinata bowed in return.

The musician stood up straight, placing his right hand over his heart.
“As for my purpose of finding you all… I’m aware that one of my people, specifically The Chariot Master is going on a rampage and I am here to assist you on fighting him…” the man claimed.

"I see." Hinata ran her hand through her hair. She still had echos of her migraine ringing behind her eyes.

Loki walked in the direction he pointed

“Unfortunately… I was going to invite two other Paladins to come with me… but the Knights responsible for summoning them are never together…” the musician complained.

"Oh? Well, at least you were able to come."

The storage room of the Hell floor was more arranged than the Seraphim’s room. There was only a candle as the light source but it was bright enough to light the whole room.

(Investigation time for Loki and Lychan~!! [Part 2])

(Let’s start from near the entry door. There was microphone and a pair of earphones together on a table. On another table, there was a medical kit and an empty cup. The next table had pesticide and a fake skull. On the floor were some books, some brushes and a diary. There were also some things on the wall; a calendar, a study schedule and an ultrasound photograph)

The musician giggled a little, still with his eyes closed.
“Luckily, all the Knights responsible for my summoning are good comrades to one another. Occasionally, they would meet up and summon me for no apparent reason… that’s just how they are…” he sighed the last part.

"Good friends are hard to come by, no matter where you are."

“That I can agree on…” as the musician said that, another figure walked up from behind Hinata.

Tolkalee moved slowly around the room. His eye not really focused on anything. Come on Tonakee, respond in some way, he felt helpless.

The new figure who crept behind Hinata started to sing something in a low tone.

Once there were trees full of birds,
Meadowlands vibrant with flowers;
Carefree the songs our children once sang
Gliding our minutes and hours.
Clouds came and covered the sun,
The breath of the baleful unease
Turning to ashes, flowers in the fields,
Silenced the birds in the trees.

Hidden so deep in veils of deceit,
Imprisoned in twisting spells —
Are we the plaything of fiends
or merely the dreams
That we’re telling ourselves…
Keep telling ourselves…

The new figure’s voice gave out a chilling voice but it was also somewhat magical to hear. The musician seemed to like what the new figure sang.

Hinata shuddered. That song struck home for her…

The Golden Maestro stepped up.
“I didn’t know you were free… if I did, I would’ve invited you here…” he said to the new figure.

“No need to worry Maestro… I come and go as I like…” the voice of the new figure was dreamy and quite attractive in a way. The figure turned to Hinata.
“You must be miss Hinata… it is a pleasure to meet someone so powerful for myself…” the figure said, kneeling down politely in front of her.

The coated figure in the Arena turned back to Tolkalee.
“So what? Are you going to wait until everyone comes back or are we going to go find them, mister?” Seems like the figure wanted some action.

"I'm not that powerful…" Hinata mumbled, bowing.

Tolkalee turned to the figure. His eye definitely glowing. "If you want some action get that Chariot master back here. And I'll show him why he doesn't go after my little sister," he sounded furious.