Frustration and Support

Cecilia was pounding on the city wall with her Black Club.

The thudding sound was immense, but that was all.

There was no change whatsoever.

“I can’t possibly get out of here. I need to get out to do anything, but that Bicorn bastard set up such a powerful barrier...”

Cecilia, looking tired, threw down the Black Club and slumped.

I helped her up.

“Did that Bicorn bastard harass you?”

“He set up the barrier and then entered my Mental World. I picked up a club lying nearby, ready to fight, thinking he might hurt me, but he just stared at me for a moment and then retreated.”

“He just retreated?”

““Remain clean and beautiful. That way, it will be meaningful when the Saint breaks you in front of me later.” That’s what he said as he left.”...