Abomination Contract Loving The Enemy - Chapter 103

That when it hits me, I remember Asher having some connection with this group before, shady people that work in the shadows, some sort of mafia if I remember correctly.

Indeed then, what business do they have here?

This time around I truly look at him, at the cocky fox smile and shining purple eyes, surprised for how young he looks but even more surprised by the strength of his Shinzaki blood that I can feel from this far off.

He has it, just like Takamori, a strong ability.

I spy some tattoos on his chest as he moves, a smile that does not reach his eyes plastered on his face, eyes attentive evaluating us.

There is no doubt, that this man is a predator used to the hunt, a dangerous person indeed.

The type I like to hunt the most, always a thrilling challenge indeed.

And this one did not even carry a firearm because he did not need it.

A true Shinzaki fighter, and I can tell by the sword on his waist.

“Ahh… splendid, such strong jaw and limbs, and the size of those claws… Just like His Imperial Majesty said, magnificence.” He says while deeply gazing at me, making me uncomfortable as he tries to touch my talons despise my warning growls and my towering figure.

What the hell there are only crazy people around!

But wait, his Imperial Majesty? Does this means that the Emperor has connections with the mafia? Well, if this isn’t just swell.

“So his Majesty really intends to take over the city?” Asher says, using less flamboyance to talk about that boy since he is not around.

“Well, you didn’t really think that the plan would depend on you two accepting do you? We Shinzaki have been fighting for our freedom for a long time now, have been, will be, with, or without some sort of guardian like ourselves around.”

“Going against the Citadel at the state you are… this is crazy.” The mafia boss gives a dry chuckle, looking Asher in the eyes as he says:

“Crazy would be not doing it. And Captain Murray, for all these years working together I want to give you the benefit of the doubt, specially bound to this lot like you are, but if you are to get in our way…” His words ooze poison, and his gaze has not an ounce of hesitation as they light up with killing intent, making me open my stance, really to retaliate at any attack while using my upper arms to cover Asher from any incoming bullets.

“You know that I don’t give a shit about that, as long as the people of this city are safe.” Says the cold captain on my shoulder, only for them both to have a staring contest that ends with a fake smile from the man as he says:

“I’m very aware of that, so please do not bother with these matters and feel free to continue with what you had in mind for today, I’m sure that it will be really appreciated.”

Asher frowns, some hidden meaning being exchange between the two, only for this odd talk to be cut short by a second crash up above from the breaking glass and gunshot, the mafia men probably reaching the soldiers up above, easily trapping them in, only that one seems to manage to escape.

Narrowing my pupils I manage to see the fleeing shape more clearly, arm stretched towards the flying drone above, having some difficulty at dodging the shots, but I can see when our eyes meet that, even at this distance, the mere vision of my true self bring a crazy smile to his face.

Sean, the prick, guess the crazy types are always hard to get, freaking thing does not die!

And now, him knowing about my predicament may complicate things a little, and the two man seem to agree as they talk:

“Seems like your secret is out now, good luck on that, Captain Murray, guardian.” At that he bides us farewell, making me quite confused at the guardian thingy, but as the smell of smoke and blood fills the city air and we are left alone on the streets, I glance over my shoulder towards Asher, who says:

“We don’t have much time now, so we will go with our plan for today and hit the ghouls hard. Internal affairs will have to wait.”

I growl in agreement. No point in fighting for a city that may turn into a ghoul’s feast tomorrow.

“Go towards our hideout, I have a surprise for you.”

That picks my interest. A surprise? From Asher? How come? He is definitely not the time to give things like this, unless… it is related to the mission, is it not? But still… I still jump over the buildings with excitement filling my mind, and adrenaline rushing from the upcoming mission that most probably involves lots and lots of fighting.

Just my type of adventure for the day.

At least I’m not disappointed when we reach there, enjoying the scared face I put on Gunner once he sees me in this form, making me want to scare the shit out of him by going a few rounds on the basement, but my mind is taken back once the same Gunner shows me the things he had in stock for me.

And they are… a beauty.

Four weapons, two very long, two a little shorter, sharp and cutting, the four pair of swords were made as the combo I used last time, one shorter to block, the longer to thrust and attack, but now heavier and bigger, made to be supported by a four armed giant like myself.

And to make a dangerous beast like myself even deadlier.

That line of thought brings an awkward smile to my scale face as I purr in excitement.

“Excited?” I hear Asher ask, which I answer by me purring harder.

Can’t wait to put these babies in action, but I guess I won’t have to.

Because now, the ghouls hunting season is officially open!