Meeting again, in such an unexpected setting.
However, Elrian didn't recognize Roy. He hadn't even noticed her; his attack on the carriage, cutting through the frame, was only to steal the horses.
Noble carriages are often imbued with augmenting magic. He targeted this one, killing Derek's guards without hesitation, and was now ready to ride away.
Roy's fingertips twitched, instinctively releasing an Interference Technique, as a faint wisp of black mist streaked for his brain.
Elrian felt something, instantly responding by swinging his sword in reverse, severing the strands of mist. His dark golden pupils turned, finally meeting Roy's eyes.
"...Oh."
He let out a short sound, his smile malicious and sharp.
"So it's your carriage."
The Cavalry drew nearer.
Roy leaned against the carriage door, one hand seemingly dropping naturally, her fingertips moving slightly as she summoned the Dark Element from the air once more.
