9 Chapter 09: The Smell of Lilacs

My pulse was still pounding as we reached the beautiful garden. A few soft gasps could be heard as the rest of the manor is able to see my 'modification' of the garden. Where there were once several beautiful flowers in full bloom, the garden had quickly become overrun with plant life. Every tree and flower was blooming more spectacularly than anyone could believe. Even plants that shouldn't be alive at this time of the season were happy and full of life.

I of course did not care at all, if they didn't like it I could always just take it away. There was only one thought in my mind. Make him pay. "So are you ready yet you fat fuck?" I yell aggresivley. This shit stain actually had the gall to grin at me. "Oh, yes little boy. I am more than ready. You'll soon see how stupid it was to pick a fight with me."

I stiffly turn toward Cedric who had decided to monitor the fight. "Rules?" I ask curtly. Cedric nods his head and recites, "First to give up loses. Other than that no rules." I nod and my smile comes back, while I normally feel that my smile is insidious this one is intentionally so.

"Good news." I sink my thoughts into my mana once more. Obviously growing some plants won't be of much help but I can feel my heart pounding. The pounding of my heart soothes me as I weave my spell knot and I can feel the changes that need to be made to complete it.

"First form, Crushing Bear Strength" I yell loudly as my body pulses with power. The mana formerly contained in its knot burst forth into my own body filling me with the immense power of the wilds. "Now I call upon thee oh mighty Earth, please accept my offering of flesh!" I turn towards the fat man and I can see a hint of fear begging to well up into his face. Perhaps he pushed a bit too far.

"Equip Unholy Lance." I command and I can feel the corrupted weapon in my grip. It seems to pulse with some sickly power. From the tip to the guard the entire thing is a sickly bruised yellow color. The hand guard seems to be made from a springy green substance that feels decayed to the touch, but with some surprising resilience

"Awooo" I howl into the morning light as I can feel for the first time a thirst for blood. The fat man seems to have some sense as he quickly closed the distance between us swinging a heavy iron mace at my head. I dodge quickly but my foot stumbles on the uncut unruly grass. I struggle to maintain my balance, but the correction in my posture is too late as a boot comes flying into my stomach.

I wince at the impact, but oddly I feel almost nothing from the kick. My armor must have absorbed most of the impact. I lean forward grabbing the offending leg at the knee with my left hand and squeeze as hard as I can. I can feel a slow sickening crunch as I shatter the mans entire kneecap. Holy shit bears are no joke!

I smile grimly and release the man to fall on to the floor. "So do you want to take back what you said now?" I ask in a playful tone. "Fine, fine, just take the useless snake bitch." He spits out.

"What did you just call my wife?" I say calmly as my rage reaches new unforeseen heights. This can not stand, suddenly a loud ding rings out in my mind.

**Emergency Quest**

How dare this trash insult you and your woman! Correct his arrogant disposition, permanently!

**Rewards**

5x Gacha Pulls

100 EXP

500 Gold Florins

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As if I needed more of a reason. I clench my fist around the grip of my lance as I level it against the fat mans pounding chest. His eyes are wide and panicked I can smell his fear and sadness, I can even see a small stain former on the front of his pants. "Goodbye Fatty". I ram my hand forward and I can feel a sickening sensation of meat separating from bone. I firmly pull my lance out allowing his body to fall to the floor. I begin my slow walk back toward the manor.

Behind me I can feel his body rotting in a sickening way. This unholy lance is a violation against nature, but screw it. That guy was rotten to the core and deserved it. Besides this is my second chance, shouldn't I get to vent my rage somewhat?

I had always been fairly kind in my other life, but that does not mean that it was the right way to live. Countless people had taken advantage of me throughout my life, and after seeing it endless amounts of times, I knew two things perfectly well. I truly didn't mind helping others, and if anyone ever dared to insult me they would pay.

**Quest Complete**

**Congratulations your now level 2**

I couldn't stop a small smile from forming on my lips. This was truly a great life to live. My rage was allowed to burn and consume that pathetic pile of fat, and I even get a little prize. Isn't life wonderful?

"I think I won." I say simply heading towards Maya again. Perhaps it was the bloodlust, but I was able to feel a very different form of lust growing in my body. I grab Maya by her soft hands and stare into her beautiful amethyst eyes before pulling her close to my body to kiss her deeply in the garden.

I break off the kiss after a few seconds with some regret. I wrap one arm around her supple waist before proudly bellowing. "Maya is my wife, who wishes to contest me for that!" I stare daggers at the servants around me and even Mayas parents. I can see her father is a bit afraid of me and simply nods his head at my words.

Her mothers reaction is even more strange. She seems to be...incredibly happy and is smiling widely at her daughters blushing expression.

Mayas face had been completely flushed from before my kiss and the shade only darkened with my proclamation.

Suddenly I remember that I have the perfect gift to cement this amazing day. I reach into my inventory mentally and draw the perfect lilac into my hands. Getting down on one knee I face my wife-to-be and and present to her a completely perfect flower.

The scent of the lilac is overpowering, but not in an overly pungent way. It is the simple smell of lilac, how it was always meant to be. If it could be classified as such I would call this the King of Lilacs. All others were merely imperfect attempts by the blind to touch upon the beauty of this flower. "Will you marry me Maya?" I ask my voice trembling slightly.

This may be my second time asking the words, but their weight was just as heavy as before. I would not take this marriage lightly, just like I had always done in the past. I would shower love and dedication on those I liked. Asking Maya to be my wife, while most likely short sighted, was something I truly wanted deep down. She reminded me quite a bit of my original wife, at least she does from when we were dating.

I stare into Mayas eyes as I see a single tear roll down her lashes. From the wide smile on her face my heart pumps more loudly as her beautiful pale pink lips open to speak the words that I wanted to hear the most in that moment. "Of course I will marry you my Masamune!"

I jump up at her declaration and pull her into my embrace once more. Not for anymore smooches, there will be plenty of time for that later, but merely to hold her and enjoy the scent of lilacs that she so enjoyed.

**Hidden Quest Complete**

Follow your dreams. Only you can find your own joy. Perhaps your joy comes from bringing joy to others, or destruction to your enemies.

1x Free Weapon Choice

Well I'll be damned. I grin a bit more fiercely. "I'm going to like living here."