Scythe, Sword And Steel

It was a new day, another morning. As Gusion woke up, he turned on the TV and checked out the news. Every single channel was reporting about Claude, the most wanted thief in Antoinerei. There was a live broadcast of his trial.

"And now we are about broadcast live here in the Antoinerei Supreme Court."

Gusion saw Claude, handcuffed, sitting along with policemen. He was facing his trial for his crimes he committed in the past. The court was about to begin.

"And now we are gathered here today to see through the case of Claude Maverick, the suspect responsible for the theft of three major banks in Grid 16, 17 and 23." The Chief Justice said. "Claude. I am going to ask you five questions, and you need to answer it honestly and clearly. You have the right to remain silent until I allow you to speak."

Lesley sat beside Gusion, who was sitting in the couch. She had just woken up from the noise from the TV.

"First question, why would you want to steal money from these banks? Did you need the money or did you want it?"

"I love stealing." Claude said. "I see it more as an art more than a crime. I didn't want money or needed it. Someone else asked me to do so."

"Second question. Who do you work with or work for?"

"I worked for the Abyssal Rangers Group of the Underworld Society. A.R.G.U.S. for short. We made a deal if I managed to steal all those 10 billion diamonds I took."

"Now, tell me more about this agreement."

"They told me, that if I gave them the 10 billion diamonds, they would give me the Space Orb. One of the six sacred Orbs in the Land of Dawn. I have wanted to get my hands of that artifact for a long time now."

"Third question. Do you have any links or connections with the Abyssal Witch Selena, who invaded Eruditio a month ago?"

"Yes. Actually it was her who proposed this agreement with me."

"Question four, where did you get this cloning device of yours and how?"

"I stole it months ago back in Eruditio, that time when everyone was going crazy about the Twilight Orb. I've been using it as an instrument for stealing what I want for ever since."

"Last question, what do you know about Selena, or any other people in the Abyssal Underworld?"

"That, I cannot tell you. She would take my life if dared say it to anyone else."

"You're joking. Here we are in Antoinerei, with the police, the S.A.B.E.R. Team, all the other heroes, and you say she can kill you here, when we are in private place outside Eruditio?"

"She has an entire army of aliens and demons that would decimate this place and take over just like what she did to Eruditio. I'm telling you. She's got spies watching behind me."

"Liar! This place is entirely surrounded by police. Now spill the beans or you may have to suffer major consequences!"

"Selena is with Zhask. They are teaming up to take over the Land of Dawn, and they are setting their sights here in Antoinerei next. The demon army and the Kastiyans formed an....."

Suddenly a quick projectile shot through Claude. Policemen raised their guns and started investigating. People went chaotic, running around, panicking and screaming. Blood was dripping all over Claude's body, as the projectile went straight into his c.h.e.s.t, maybe killing him.

"Les, we need to go! C'mon!" Gusion said.

"I'm right behind you! Lesley replied.

They quickly suited up, and jumped through the window in their room.

"Cyber Ops, activate!"

"Stellaris Ghost, activate!"

They flied into the air, dashing through towers, buildings and flying cars as they headed for the court. A threat from the abyss lurks.