Chapter 76: Ember
"But, of course, it can’t be compared to mana aura. It is just an instinct we feel from you after you obtained a high rank class suited for you. Simply put, only us, beasts, are affected."
Kaiju sighed helplessly. "So, does that mean I won’t be able to fight them at all?"
"I guess so."
The other serpents were not aware of the conversation between Herforao and Kaiju as they were also communicating with each other. Finally, their conversation concluded, and it was not Number 3 who was about to speak, it was the serpent on the first right, obviously Number 1.
"Alright, I am willing to follow you on his stead, human–on account of Master Herforao."
"Are you sure? Aren’t you the strongest in Herforao’s rank and also the most loyal to him?"
"That is the reason why I am willing to follow you." He lowered his head with a downcast expression and continued, "I may not be useful to the Master in the future, so it is better to be useful on his other plans. Since you have gained his trust, it doesn’t hurt to feel the same way towards you."
Kaiju’s eyes widened, smiled, and nodded. He scrutinized Number 1 and his scales were light, some deep, red. Number 1 having an affinity with the fire element was not surprising. He would surely possess lethal offensive abilities.
I think he is better paired up with Faith... Should I? Kaiju instantly changed his mind when the image of Faith, trying to convert him to her religion, manifested. He shook his head. We shall see if Number 1 wants to, if he does not, I will respect his decision.
"Alright." Kaiju nodded. "Since you possess fire mana, I will call you Ember. Do you like it?"
Number 1 kept his solemn and matured countenance but his tails wagged enthusiastically. He nodded.