TL/PR : Nesta/YoruNoTsuki

Clang!

The knights spear, which was raised to stab the Shinsu, fell to the floor. When he met Aymons glare, it felt like Aymons eyes were piercing through that knights soul, and the strength naturally left his hands.

The humans on what became a battlefield, were all frozen as if they were struck by magic.

The ones who tried to attack the fallen Shinsu could only evade his gaze with an ashen face as if their blood was sucked dry. Their trembling bodies were also unable to move.

Even Joseph, who was controlling the beast, looked stiff. An incomprehensible sense soared within him. It was a feeling that was not enough to be described as fear. There seemed to be a tingling electricity fizzing on his fingertips.

Amid the silence, the black beast leaped to his feet. He easily entered the Imperial Palace, passing by the Imperial Army who were frozen like statues.

The startled Imperial Army eventually raised their swords.

Stop right there!

Where Aymon headed was the farthest part of the Imperial army. Towards the emperors location.

Protect His Majesty!

The Imperial Army raised their swords and spears and charged toward Aymon.

Aymons movements through the battlefield were swift and gentle. Unlike the other Shinsu, who lost their reasons and went on a rampage, his movement was as peaceful and fluid as the flowing water.

Hold on tight. Dont fall down, Breedee.

Instead of answering, Belinda grabbed his fur tightly. She wasnt sure why he directly jumped into danger, but all she had to do was believe his words.

Dont let him get close to His Majesty!

Bows flew from all directions. Aymon swiftly avoided it and lightly attacked the Imperial Army knight who charged toward him. It was an agile movement that didnt fit his size.

Argh!

Ouch!

The knight was hit by Aymons front paw without protruding his claws, and thrown to the floor. The hard iron armor was dented as if it had been hit with steel.

Belinda turned her body to confirm that the knight was still alive, and then hugged Aymons neck again. Attacks flew from all sides, but strangely, she wasnt scared.

Even though this situation was much more dangerous than when she was kidnapped, she wasnt afraid at all. The beast she held tightly was more reliable than anyone else, so she just fully leaned on him.

Aymon had noticed the danger even before arriving at the Imperial Palace. This is because the smell of fishy blood permeated the wind that blew from afar.

The Shinsu howls and the humans screams, the noises of their weapons and beasts claws clashed. A commotion that could only be felt by a beasts sensitive senses, which even Belinda couldnt hear.

His instinct has spoken.

Something dangerous happened.

Something evil and cruel that brings about the smell of blood.

He agonized for a moment as he stared at the cloud of dust swelling over the Imperial Palace.

It was only right for the chief of the Shinsu to jump into a dangerous situation right away. But Belinda was right next to him. A precious mate that should not even have a scratch on her body.

First, lets take Bredee to my mansion in the forest.

Aymon, who was thinking of hiding her in the Shinsu Forest, shook his head immediately.

It was a Shinsu who attacked the Guest Palace. Although he didnt know the reason and circumstances behind that incident, the Shinsu forest definitely wasnt a safe place in this situation.

However, it was impossible to leave Belinda alone here or take her to the wrecked Guest Palace. Even if he hid her deep in the corner of the Imperial Palace, the place which had turned into a battlefield couldnt be safe for her either.

His worries only lasted for a short time, and he made a firm decision.

Aymon sprinted back toward the Imperial Palace.

So thats how it came to this. As soon as he arrived at the Imperial Palace, he began to approach the direction of the Imperial family members. He did so while swiftly avoiding swords and spears that were thrown roughly at him.

Catch him!

Dont miss him!

Hes with the Princess! Be careful not to hurt her!

The restless Imperial Army blocked him with all their might, but Aymon eventually reached the farthest part of the Imperial army.

He knocked down the Imperial Army who raised their spears against him and simply jumped over them. Until he finally reached the Emperor and Lart, who was visibly nervous.

Lart agonized over the situation while holding a sword.

Should I attack or not?

His face looked distressed as he couldnt make a quick decision.

Right in front of him was Aymon, the king of Shinsu who became crazy and ran wild.

Did you come to harm us, too?

Gulp.

Lart swallowed his tension and carefully looked at Aymon. The beasts eyes looked calm and rational. It was different from all the other Shinsu who were running wild back there.

There was a sharp tension in the air.

But the tension broke when someone jumped down from Aymons back and stepped on the floor lightly.

Dont attack, Lart.

At Belindas calm dissuasion, the tip of Larts sword slipped down.

The Emperor, who was quietly watching the situation next to Lart, gestured to Aymon. Upon understanding the meaning, Aymon nodded and rubbed his cheek against Belinda.

Stay here, Breedee.

Soon after, he moved to a place where he would have a secret conversation with the Emperor.

Belinda stared at the back of her mate and father. From a distance, they could hear the fierce battle between the Shinsu and the Imperial Army still going on.

Be careful.

The worries that couldnt reach him diminished in bitterness.

Perhaps Aymon will jump back into the battlefield after talking to the Emperor. To a place full of blood and slaughter.

Her face became pale from anxiety and sadness.

Belinda. Come here.

Before she knew it, Lart approached her and wrapped his arm around her trembling shoulders. He began to guide her toward a safer place in the inner palace.

On the other hand, Count Otoman cried out desperately with a cracked voice.

Control that black leopard right now! Kill the Imperial family all together!

He ordered when Aymon was busy driving through the Imperial Army.

Come on! Control that Shinsu and end this all for good!

However, Joseph only let out a groan with a drop of sweat falling on his temple. Even when he focused all his strength, he couldnt control the black Shinsu. It was really strange.

I thought it was a coincidence when I couldnt control him at the banquet before, but was it really just a coincidence?

My power is not working, Count!

He only fiddled with his sword anxiously. After acquiring the mysterious sword, he even had a hard time holding the overwhelming power that leaked out from his body. However, this great power did not work for the King of Shinsu.

As if facing a huge wall.

*****

I think the Shinsu are being controlled.

Due to the urgent situation, the Emperor went straight to the point. It was possible because he recognized Aymon as his ally rather than enemy.

And theyre invading my palace and killing the Imperial Army.

Aymon also saw that earlier. He still couldnt grasp the reason behind this incident, but even at first glance, he could tell that the Shinsus energy was completely different from before.

The Emperor continued to speak with a face full of dignity even in such an urgent situation.

I ask you as the king of humans. Please stop the slaughter.

The Emperor judged that Aymon held the key in stopping this crisis.

Isnt that how it was in the past?

Black leopard couldnt be controlled by Barahans descendants. His power was essential to prevent further sacrifices.

Lastly, the Emperor put emphasis on his words.

And.please make sure to kill the descendants of Barahan who caused this turmoil.

Clenched his teeth, his words were filled with intense anger.

Its a crime that Adelai committed. As a result of her action, Barahans descendants invaded and destroyed the Imperial Palace. They dared to kill his people and harm the great Imperial Palace.

At the Emperors request, Aymon uttered briefly before turning around.

You have to protect Breedee.

And he jumped right into the brutal battlefield.

Unknown anger rushed up Aymons body.

Ill make sure to kill the descendant of Barahan.

Even if the Emperor didnt ask him, he would have gladly done it.

Barahan.

As soon as he heard that name, his anger soared up.

An enemy whose existence he didnt know about.

The Imperial Palace was in a horrendous state. Aymon turned his gaze away from the empty pupils of the dead human on the floor and faced a cruel sight. He could see a corpse with all their blood dried up.

This was not the sight dreamed of when he said he wanted to marry Belinda.

The blood rushed through his body. The smell of blood and ruthless battle ran through his senses.

The beast instinct kicked in, and his breath gradually began to speed up.

However, Aymon calmly observed the situation after suppressing his urge.

He examined the fallen Shinsu who attacked the Imperial Army. He could see a different energy in its eyes. The beast had completely lost its reason. Fully driven by instinct, it was running crazily.

Aymon made a quick leap toward the Shinsu right after observing that.

Shanti, who fiercely rushed toward a knight, was attacked from behind. The two animals got entangled and rolled in the dust. Shanti twisted his body in pain after being struck by a large fang.

Shanti, come to your senses.

Grrrrrrrr.

It was rather easy to overpower the opponent who had lost his reason. Shanti was weaker than him, but if it were as usual, a fierce battle would have taken place.

Aymon bit Shanti on the back of his neck and restrained him from struggling. He would die right away if he was a normal beast, but a Shinsu wouldnt die just from that.

Shanti scratched Aymons hard skin each time he swung his front paws. However, Aymon didnt move away.

He held Shanti down and put his fangs in the back of Shantis neck, but that was it. It was impossible for Aymon to inflict fatal injury. No matter how much he went crazy, Shanti was still his friend.

The controlled Shinsu could kill the innocent humans near them. But it was a situation where he couldnt kill his fellow Shinsu that was like family to him. Thats why Aymon threw himself to suppress the Shinsu directly.

The Imperial Army surrounded the two Shinsu and looked confused.

They didnt know whether to attack the two beasts or not.

Why was that black leopard attacking and suppressing his own ally?

They were confused because they couldnt tell if Aymon was on their side or if he was their enemy.

Then, suddenly, a loud horn trumpet rang in the distance.