From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

Chapter 297: An unexpected Guest

Ty felt compelled to clarify, "I swear, bringing her here wasn't my choice. She just appeared when I woke up in that field." It was a situation as unexpected to him as it was to anyone else.

Reflecting on the broader implications, he added, "For the longest time, it was believed that all the demons from the Demon Clan had either perished, been sealed away, or managed to assimilate into society." His voice trailed off, signaling an end to his musings for the time being.

"But that's enough questions for one day. Let's go ahead and get you back," the Lieutenant stated, guiding Ty through the door. They were met by a few guards on standby. With a reassuring tone, the Lieutenant informed them, "Stand down, just returning the demon boy."

As they passed, Ty noticed a flicker of disdain cross the guards' faces. One, in particular, seemed familiar—a face he recalled from the skirmish with the bomber the previous night.

Ty couldn't help but chuckle internally at the situation. 'We fought together, even if just for a brief moment, and you had no idea,' he mused, reflecting on the irony. His thoughts were then abruptly redirected towards the sword that the Lieutenant had procured from Erebos for him. Curious, Ty asked, "Hey, what happened to the sword?"

The Lieutenant offered a straightforward explanation, "I'm keeping it back for some inspections. You'll have it for training and such." His tone implied that the weapon was temporarily out of Ty's possession but would be returned in due course.

As they began descending a flight of stairs, guided by a gentle nudge from the Lieutenant, one of the guards chimed in, "He has a visitor scheduled for Noon tomorrow, by the way."

The Lieutenant, taken aback by this news, responded with a mix of surprise and curiosity, "And who would want to schedule a visit with the demon boy?"

The Lieutenant, pondering the information, thanked the guard for the update. "Thanks for the info." His tone was contemplative, possibly considering the implications of such a visit.

As they continued their descent, the Lieutenant quipped, "Already making friends, I see, Demon Boy." The remark was light, yet carried a hint of irony as they retraced the path they had taken upon arrival. He then offered, "Anything I can get for you while you wait till tomorrow?"

Ty paused, considering his recent exchange with the mysterious entity. "Maybe some history books?" he suggested, his request specific yet revealing his desire to understand more about the world he was navigating.

"Particularly ones about the Arena of Life and the last 100 years, so I can study and better prepare for the event. I have my own interest in winning, just like you do." His words were measured, indicating a strategic mindset focused on gathering knowledge to enhance his chances in the upcoming challenges.

The Lieutenant, considering Ty's question as they reached his cell, observed Ty's curious glance at the other cells shrouded in darkness, their occupants nothing more than silhouettes. "Those are primarily criminals, some serving life sentences, while others are participants in the event," he explained, shedding some light on the grim reality of their surroundings.

"Most participants will be publicly introduced during the reaping, where the selection process is unveiled to the world," he added, hinting at the grandeur and severity of the event that lay ahead.

Ty, absorbing this information, responded, "I see. I guess I'll learn more once I start reading. When will I see you again, 'mentor'?" Continue your journey with m|v-l'-NovelBin.net

"I was originally planning to stop by in two days, but given you have a guest coming, I'll make it tomorrow. And you were the first to be revealed, so congratulations on that, if you care about being first," the Lieutenant mentioned as he secured the cell door, his tone carrying a mix of formality and slight jest.

As the door clanged shut, two guards approached from the shadows, their presence a stark reminder of the environment Ty found himself in. "Thank you for bringing him back, sir. You did a great job escorting such a dangerous creature," they commended the Lieutenant, their words laced with a mixture of respect and a hint of fear.

Ty, overhearing the exchange, couldn't resist a retort, addressing the Lieutenant with a smirk, "Only when it's fighting."

The Lieutenant, choosing to ignore Ty's comment, turned his attention back to the guards. "After seeing how he fights, I'm not as worried as I was. I mean, even Yun was able to beat him," he shared with a chuckle, trying to ease the tension and perhaps lower Ty's perceived threat level.

With a final nod to the guards, he added, "See you guys tomorrow," before departing, leaving Ty to ponder the events to come.

Ty sat huddled in the corner of his dark cell, lost in thought as he replayed the series of events that had led him to this moment. Sighing, he allowed himself a moment of vulnerability, thinking of his friends. "I sure hope everyone is fine. I'm sure Nana and Todd are kicking ass right about now, and whatever Jade is going through, I'm sure she's tackling it head-on."

A laugh escaped him, the sound echoing off the cold, hard walls of his cell. "I bet her smart butt is outsmarting everyone, and by the time I figure out my way back, she'll have defeated everything in her path." His laughter was a brief respite from the harsh reality of his circumstances.

The silence was suddenly broken by a voice from the other side of the cell. The old man, ever-present in moments of introspection, remarked, "Fonding over old memories?" His tone was light, yet carried an underlying seriousness. "You know, people usually do that at the moment of death. You should really just focus on the now."

Ty's brief moment of humor faded, replaced by a flicker of irritation. "You, sir, lied to me about some stuff, didn't you?" he accused, the weight of betrayal making his voice heavier.

The old man's response came with a sly grin, invisible in the darkness but palpable in his tone. "Maybe a bit. I'm sure you understand we aren't teammates or friends, after all. Only one person can win in the end and get what they want."