[Last Episode: The group stopped listening to Faanik and headed to the dungeon, determined to find the man responsible for the destruction]
Chapter 55, Episode 55
Meanwhile the Ice Knights arrived at the Abyys Sea World
[As the Ice Knight Guild arrived at the Abyss Sea World, they were struck by the sheer number of people inhabiting the world]
[Blaze commented]
Blaze: So this is the place, the Abyss Sea World.
[Athena's eyes widened]
Athena: There are way too many people in this world. I never expected them to be that many!
[Christo's expression turned serious]
Christo: Well, we didn't come here for chit-chat. We have to go to the Pillar Kings.
[However, Quinn cautioned]
Quinn: Not so fast. We just landed at this place. Marching towards their chamber would be preposterous. We need to find an inn to rest and secretly explore this land.
[Becrux nodded in agreement]
Becrux: Quinn is actually right. We just arrived. Moving to the Pillar Kings would create confusion at the moment.
[Shannon and Staril nodded in agreement, and even Christo, despite his showy nature, admitted the wisdom in Quinn's words]
Christo: Ah, alright. We shall rest today and resume tomorrow.
[Christo said]
[Athena, however, had other plans]
Athena: I'm going to explore this world for a while. See you later.
[Shannon decided to join her]
Shannon: Wait up, I want to come with you.
[As Athena and Shannon set off to explore the world, the remaining group members began to search for an inn to rest in for the night]
[Becrux suggested]
Becrux: I'm just going to rent an inn for us to stay in for the night.
[Blaze asked]
Blaze: But how will we rent one, or even see one?
[Quinn replied]
Quinn: It's easier to ask people around us for help.
[Christo nodded]
Christo: Let's go.
[As they searched for an inn, they approached an old man and asked for directions]
[Staril inquired]
Staril: Greetings, old man. We're looking for an inn to rest. Do you know of any nearby?
[The old man smiled and replied]
"Oh, well, not far from here, there's a restaurant nearby that rents an inn for everyone."
[Staril thanked him]
Staril: Oh, okay. Thank you for the help.
[The old man smiled]
"No problem!"
[As the Ice Knight Guild reached the restaurant, they were greeted by Emily, a warm and welcoming lady with 30 years of experience in cooking]
Emily: Hello, welcome to Emily's Best Restaurant. How may I help you?
[She asked with a smile]
[Quinn replied]
Quinn: Hi, Emily. We came here to rent an inn. If you don't mind, can we stay here for the night?
[Emily responded]
Emily: Certainly, you're free to have fun and rent an inn to stay here. But it will cost much, though.
[Christo inquired about the cost, and Emily hesitated before replying]
Emily: 1,000 Euros.
[Becrux was taken aback, but Christo surprised everyone by offering to pay 2,000 Euros]
[Emily's eyes widened in surprise]
Emily: What? That's beyond my pay price!!
[As Christo paid Emily, the group finally secured an inn. Unbeknownst to them, Leo was in the restaurant, covered by a coat]
[Blaze asked Emily]
Blaze: Hey, Emily, can we have something to eat?
[Emily replied]
Emily: Yes, please. What would you like?
[Becrux ordered for the group]
Becrux: We'll all have pizza and a drink.
[As they waited for their food, Leo finished his meal and paid for it, leaving a generous tip]
Emily: Thank you, kind man!
[Emily thanked him, and Leo exited the restaurant]
[However, his departure was soon interrupted by a group of gangs who demanded everyone in the restaurant grovel on their knees]
[Leo, still covered by his coat, bumped into one of the gang members, who approached him aggressively]
"Who is this guy, and why isn't he groveling?"
[The gang member sneered]
[Leo smirked]
Leo: I don't need to grovel because of your mere presence.
[The gang member challenged him]
"My mere presence? What's that supposed to mean?"
[Leo replied confidently]
Leo: I mean, you're no match for me.
[The Ice Knight Guild watched with interest as the situation escalated, and the battle was taken outside]
[Quinn commented]
Quinn: Who is this random guy? His hair seems familiar, doesn't it?
[Blaze nodded]
Blaze: Yeah, very familiar...
[As the fight began, Leo dodged the gang member's sword swing and quickly incapacitated him]
[The Ice Knight Guild was surprised by Leo's skills, and Christo noted]
Christo: Something seems off about this guy... His fighting style is similar to Leo's.
[The rest of the gang charged at Leo, but he took them down one by one]
[When his disguise was revealed, the Ice Knight Guild was shocked to see that it was indeed Leo]
[Quinn exclaimed]
Quinn: Oh, it's my sweet Leo!
Blaze: Sweet Leo???
[The group approached Leo, and Christo asked]
Christo: How did you even enter this place before us?
[Leo smiled]
Leo: I was already here before you came...
[Quinn blushed and smiled at Leo]
Quinn: My sweet Leo, let me be with you, please!!
[The group then accompanied Leo, and Quinn asked]
Quinn: Why are you here?
[Leo replied]
Leo; I'm here to retrieve the Sacred Core that lies within my natural body.
Quinn: can I join you??
[Quinn asked if she could join him, and Leo agreed]
[The group decided to accompany them, with some members choosing to rest for the next day]
Blaze: I am going to rest for tomorrow
Becrux: me too.. it's good to rest and clear your mind... later my people!
Next day,
[The Ice Knight Guild, accompanied by Leo, approached the Kings' royal palace, seeking to forge an alliance with the Pillar Kings]
[Upon arrival, they were stopped by guards, but Leo's introduction and explanation of their intentions allowed them to pass]
Leo: Thank you!!!
[As they entered the chamber, the group was awestruck by the Pillar Kings' tremendous presence]
[Even Leo was taken aback, stuttering]
Leo: What kind of terrifying aura is this!!
Quinn: Thier mere existence is more dangerous than I expected.
[Quinn shared his sentiment]
[Luxias, the 6th Pillar King, spoke up]
Luxias: It seems we have very fine visitors in our chamber....
[Leo introduced himself, and the Pillar Kings were mesmerized by his presence]
[Lionet, the first Pillar King, welcomed Leo and inquired about their purpose]
Lionet: what brings you here to our chamber Leo??
Leo: we came to forge alliances with you..
Lionet: Oh...that's interesting, but to seek our refuge, you have to battle one of our Kings, the last King. Yato!
[Leo explained their desire to forge alliances, and Lionet expressed interest, but proposed a challenge]
Lionet: If one of you can land a hit on Kato, the last Pillar King, we'll agree to your proposal and provide our forces in times of war.
[Staril was skeptical]
Staril: That's impossible... you're way above us.
[However, Blaze stepped forward, eager to take on the challenge]
[Lionet smirked]
Lionet: Very well... Kato, your opponent is Mr. Blaze.
[Kato seemed unfazed]
Kato: if you can land a hit on me, we'll be in your rescue.
Blaze: As you wish!!!
[Blaze accepted the challenge, and the stage was set for an epic battle between Blaze and Kato]