Magi: A Tale of a New Beginning

Scroll 3: Balbadd and the Lady Killer of the Seven Seas

"Crossing the dessert has made me wary to danger." He admitted. Sin had a curious glint in his eyes.

"Oh?"

Aladdin told him his story which amazed Sin who started spewing things about adventures and wisdom. He also tried using sweet words to get in Morgiana's skin, but it looked like it did not have any effect on her. Just then, a waft of sea breeze fluttered around the Fanalis, and the man told her that Balbadd was just beyond the hill. The two children were overjoyed by the information and ran towards the cliff where they could Balbadd.

The city looked lively especially the market, but on the dark side, the country was drowning in poverty. Balbadd was fated to its doom. Sin assured the two that they did not have to worry about a thing. All expenses will be shouldered by him. Well, that was what he said until the guards stopped him. Two silhouettes came and sighed at their companion's antics.

"Him and his mouth."

"Honestly, what is he doing?" The man stopped the guards before they could shoo Sin away. This person had white hair and coal eyes with a tint of green, wearing a green keffiyeh and cream colored clothing. He welcomed Sin and his guests along with an apology in order. They thanked him before the man ushered Sin away.

"And you, please do something about your inappropriate attire." He pointed out. Sin sheepishly smiled before waving at the two kids.

"See you later, Aladdin and Morgiana. Let's eat together."

Towards Balbadd
Azami

Our young dungeon had been flying towards Balbadd for hours. As taxing as it was, her excitement was far greater it to stop her.

"Say, Furcas? How much long until we get there? It's really cold out here!" Azami complained. Furcas' metal vessel goowed and informed her that it will take about half an hour to reach Balbadd with the speed they were taking. Happy with the news, she looked at the vast ocean, awaiting to see her destination.

A roar and a cry of a child caught her attention. Looking down, there was some kind of chimera sniffing his prey while the child sobbed and backed away slowly. Azami knew she had to do something, so she took her dagger out and aimed at the chimera's head.

"ROOOAAAR!" With a perfect hit, the chimera roared in agony, and the dagger cut deeper than intended. It wriggled his head around to remove it, but Azami kept a strong hold until it collapsed, dead. The child continued to sob until he was engulfed in a warm hug.

"There, there. The bad chimera is gone now. No need to cry, little man." The child opened his eyes and saw a pair of beautiful red eyes and pink hair. It was as if she was the goddess herself. He cried and hugged her tightly. Azami smiled and comforted the wailing child.

"I'm Azami. What's your name, and where are your parents kid?" She asked. The kid sniffed and wiped the tears and snot the dripped his nose.

"The name is Setta. They died in a fire when I was 3 and now I'm living in this forest until that monster drove me out." He confessed. Azami pitied his situation. The boy looked no older than 7, and her heart soared out to him, so she did what she thought was best. His dark skin, dark purple hair and bright yellow eyes were unique features. If she left him here, slave traders or other predators might come after him.

"Do you want to come with me to Balbadd? I'm meeting my friends there, and I can't wait exactly leave you here all alone." She uttered. The child gave it some thought before nodding. He will have better protection if he come with her. She also did not look like a bad person to him.

"I'm sorry for burdening you, but I'm happy that you're willing to take me." He conceded. The conqueror grinned and carried him in her arms. They flew once more towards Balbadd. It was not a silent trip anymore, rather it was something filled with laughter.

"I can see it now, Azami-nee!" Setta said in glee. She turned to where he was pointing at and saw a massive land with small islands surrounding it.

"Woah! You're right! Well the , I'll speed up a bit so hold on tight!" With a boost from her second djinn, Azami increased her speed and pinpointed Aladdin's location. It was near. She was about to stop when a force prevented her from doing so.

"Uh-oh! This is bad. Something is preventing me from controlling my speed. Hold on tight Setta, we're going to land pretty harshly." She released her djinn equip and was left exhausted.

"What!? What do you mean, Aza—" He was cut off as they crashed unto a table, and Azami thought that it will hurt bad. However, it seemed like they were cushioned by something or someone. She noticed a man with purple hair crushed beneath them. She quickly stood up and apologized.

"Oh my goodness! I'm very sorry about crushing you! I didn't mean to land on you!" She was about to go on when a mass of blue hair crashed into her for a bear hug (her breast to be exact). The conqueror knew of his antics of course.

"Aladdin~ What do you think you're doing?" A tick mark appeared on her head and bonked him.

"You perverted brat!" She blinked before checking Setta out. There was no injury on him except for a couple of scratches here and there, but it was something she could treat easily. She patted the dirt off him and glanced back at the strangers. They were staring at her silently.

"That was quite an entrance, Azami." It was Morgiana. The conqueror grinned and hugged the Fanalis. She, then, asked who the strangers were. The Fanalis looked at the trio who took it as their cue to introduce theirselves. Sinbad, Ja'far and Masrur were their names. She was delighted to meet new people, but she did not like Sinbad's advances. As subtle as it is, she did hear the Fanalis mutter 'Lady Killer of the Seven Seas'.

Setta, who had been hiding beside Azami, tugged her dress and asked who they were. Azami gasped and quickly introduced them. Aladdin trudged towards the boy and was already making friends with him along with Morgiana. She noted that the kid should also get along with kids near his age. Something was bothering her though. Sinbad's name was pretty familiar.

"Hmmm. Where did I hear his name? Sinbad. Lady Killer of the Seven Seas. Ah! He's the High King of the Seven Seas! How could I forget!?' Sinbad's true identity just dawned on her. However, he was still stupid for having the lady killer as a title.

"Obnoxious." She murmured. It was enough for Ja'far to hear which made him archangel eyebrow in question. Azami shrugged off the look and turned to her right where she saw Ugo out of his flute. Aladdin had summoned him again.

Sinbad cleated his throat to catch their attention. They looked at him, and he explained to them Balbadd's situation. The situation was dire, and he asked them for their assistance. Azami glared at the man. He was somebody she could not fully trust. She glanced towards Aladdin and Morgiana who looked like they were ready to help them.

"What do you think, Aladdin?"

"We'll do it!"

"I guess I have to go with you, huh?" Azami said as she clasped their shoulders. The two were happy that their friend was coming with them. Setta also offered his help to which the conqueror giggled to.

"Great! Then let's start planning, Aladdin!" Sinbad said before turning to the two girls.

"Morgiana, Azami, you can wait at the hotel." He uttered.

"Huh?" The two were stunned with what the king said.

"Even if you're a Fanalis or a dungeon conqueror, I couldn't let ladies like you fight." Sinbad pushed the two towards the hotel when Morgiana stomped her foot while Azami took out her daggers. She also wanted to question how he knew she was one when she did not even talk about it or parade her vessels. For all anyone could know, she could have been a magician.

"I will fight too." The Fanalis said with a pout.

"I don't know how you get that I'm a dungeon conqueror, but don't underestimate me, stupid king." Sinbad was stunned and just nodded.

"Yes ma'am."

And so they proceed with their plan as Ja'far explained to them their guess in which the Fog Troupe will attack along with the connections the thief group had.

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