Missing Stolen Jewelry(Job, Rei & Jin)

After finishing up with the red velvet cake and a refreshing trick, they were back to the search again. Rei went ahead and asking another passerby. The man looked strangely at Rei; before he could answer Jin followed up to her and stood behind her. The man raised an eye brow and looked at Jin then he simply answered to Rei and left. ”Strange people” he thought finding the expressions of the individual to be a bit disturbing. Regardless, there was no harm done and their search still continued. When the individual went off, Jin patted her head and smiled: ”Well, as long as we’re together. It should be fine, right?”. He was tall and she had an umbrella open so he had to bend over to look at her straight in the eyes.

When Rei had mentioned something about her spending a lot of time in unpleasant places, Jin could hardly hide his concern. She was only a child and for a child to have such a testing past. However, he didn’t want to push her or force her in any way to tell him about it. If it was awful, it would be better off left alone. ”If she has such a horrible past, then we just have to make sure she has more pleasant memories from now on”. He wasn’t one to get involved in the life of another, at least not directly. If she chose to remain with Jin and his group of friends, he intended to make sure she was happy with them. ”Ne ne, Rei-chan let’s go eat ice cream and leave the work for Jinny” said Kaya as she ran ahead the two of us. Jin smiled and nodded, if Rei wanted to she could go off and have fun too.

They hadn’t found the desired street urchin anyways, there was no reason to be bored while you searched for them. Jin noticed another individual nearby and went ahead to question him about the missing jewels. Would their search finally come to an end? Or will they continue to roam around the town?

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Rei had asked in a light manner and the stranger thought it peculiar. A little girl such as herself shouldn't be asking strangers about possibly stolen and re-circulating jewelry in the town, it was likely to cause some unwanted attention. He looked at her, concerned but also fearful- he didn't want to be included in whatever trouble was to come from this. Jin stepped behind Rei for support and protective appearance, the man understood the sentiment and quickly excused himself. Rei hadn't noticed Jin doing such, but his next words were clear enough to her. It was a dual-purpose statement. On one hand, it was saying that the time they spent looking would be more enjoyable for the three of them. On the other hand, Jin didn't want her straying too far from him because he wanted to keep her safe.

Rei understood what he meant and wasn't bothered by it, even if she was more intelligent and mature than those her age, she was still very much a little girl. A little girl mage who wouldn't even use her own magical powers out of fear and regret: her worth in the team was very little, a mascot at most or something like that. Or that's what she had thought anyways, the last few jobs Magna had taken her on,it was abundantly clear that she was carried every time. When could she start pulling her own weight? She smiled up at him as he was bent down to her umbrella. Rei will take Kaya for ice cream. Nii-chan can take a break too if he wants. They had just taken a break, but oh well- it was not like either of them were really taking a break anyways. In a town full of people who might know, anyone they came across might have their needed information. If Rei understood Jin a bit, she knew that he might follow them just to ensure they were safe. Rei took off skipping after Kaya and called out for her to wait up as she giggled. She would ask the ice cream man at the shop up ahead while she ordered two triple stacked cherry, blueberry and raspberry ice cream cones. One of them was for Jin of course, kaya could share with Rei.

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Jin didn’t want to rest, he wanted the job to be completed as soon as possible. They were in a town, maybe he could take Rei to some park or something after that. She was a little girl and yet she did jobs like grownups. Jin had enjoyed a normal life and as a child he loved going to parks and playing on rides. As a magic fan, his major interest was going to magic shows or talk to any real magicians if he happened upon any. He could still remember the first time he had met Black Rose mages. Due to that fateful meeting, he had made becoming a mage of Black Rose his lifelong goal. After waiting for almost a decade, he had finally managed to come and become a part of it. Now going on jobs was just an added bonus, one could say that he had already achieved what he really wanted to. ”Speaking of magic, I don’t know about hers” he thought to himself. May be they would happen upon the thieves and she would use it. Little did Jin know, that Rei had some issues with her magic.

Jin followed behind as the two ran off to have some fun. Keeping things more casual was Jin’s style. Rei and Kaya could play around while he asked for the jewel’s location. If he managed to obtain some information, then he could find them and they would be done with the job. After that, they could really relax and possibly enjoy a red velvet cake without worries. Jin noticed the expressions of the ice cream man as Rei said something to him. He was close but not within audible range since there were people walking around. He could only imagine that Rei had ordered something unusual for her age. He decided to let Rei manage the situation on her own and went off to ask yet another possible candidate.

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Rei was right, Jin had wanted to stick close but give Rei the assurance that he still considered her reliable. She could appreciate that. Sometimes people would be over-bearing just because she was a child: True that their intentions may have been noble and in her best interest, but some people didn't take into account that she was an independent little girl and could see over-bearing as a sign of incompetence. She had ordered two ice creams because she knew Jin would be somewhere close by- he deserved a treat for being a good big brother figure.

Unfortunately, when she asked the ice cream man about the jewels, he didn't seem to know anything either. Rei had figured someone owning a business around the area might have some knowledge, but apparently not this guy. She thanked him and left, Jin as nearby and talking to someone else- by his posture, she could tell that the conversation hadn't gone well for him either. She would walk up beside him and hold out the tall ice cream out to his face. Here Nii-chan, Rei got you matching ice cream. Still no luck on the jewels? she asked, already knowing the answer well enough. Whoever these guys were that stole the jewels sure did know how to keep people from talking. That posed another question to Rei: if they could move about in such secrecy, how strong was their ring of criminals? Someone walked by suddenly and Rei stopped them, she knelt down and patted Kaya while she asked them where people would normally go to find jewelry in the town.

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Jin smiled and accepted the ice cream Rei had bought for him. She was indeed a considerate and kind little girl. Jin had no ability to see through one’s heart, he only had intuition. Maybe he only perceived people to be good in nature because the people around him did have these traits. His friends in their own way, were kind; caring and warm individuals. ”I wonder which flavored ice cream she bought for us”, he thought licking the ice cream. The flavor was a composition of three, he hadn’t tasted such a combination before: it was different to say the least. ”Thank you so much, Rei-chan” he said patting her head. It was the intention that mattered and she was thoughtful enough to think about him when buying the ice cream.

The man stopped and looked at the little girl who had just asked him about the jewels. Before he could say anything, Jin cast a cold gaze at him as he turned his head a little revealing the guild mark on the left side of his neck. It was evident to the individual that the ones asking him were mages. Jin’s aura and personality completely changed at the time. The kind, caring and normally smiling Jin was now transformed into an individual with killing intent. He wasn’t that scary originally, he came from a humble little village. His time as a mage had taught him that sometimes such a demeanor was necessary. The man looked at Jin and began sweating. It appeared that Jin was indeed scary for this one individual. ”The jewels huh? I don’t know how Black Rose mages found out about them but I’ll fuss up. I don’t want trouble”, said the guy wiping off his sweat. He looked at Jin once again and Jin nodded. Jin was standing behind Rei to make sure that she wouldn’t notice this side of Jin.

The man told them to follow him as he lead them into an alley. Jin considered the possibility of it being an ambush but it appeared the man was too scared to pull of something like that. He told Jin and Kaya what he knew and directed them towards the shop that did business in stolen goods. The man then left swearing that he had told Jin everything he wanted to know. Jin turned and looked at Rei to make sure she was doing okay. He wasn’t aware of the troubles she had faced so he considered her to be a child and was thus caring. ”Things are going to get bad Rei-chan, you ready?”, obviously he wasn’t going to tell her to stay put or leave her behind. She was a mage after all and a Black Rose mage at that.

Rei's question wasn't too peculiar, but she could tell that the man she had asked, knew something about the jewels, shady business. She had taken a kind and innocent demeanor, hoping to fool the man into pity or something else to get him to talk- Jin had other ideas though. Rei knew Jin had stood behind her, but she hadn't turned around to look at him. The man was visibly sickened by the demeanor in which Jin was threatening him, the man's body shook lightly with fear and anticipation. He was fearful, but his body language suggested he knew a way out of this dilemma, he would cooperate accordingly to Jin's demands.

The man had began to walk and motioned for them to follow, he looked right and left, paranoid. he led them to an ally, shady business. Rei expected they would be jumped from the roofs or something of the overhanging buildings, but nothing happened. The man pointed to a shop that supposedly sold stolen goods: the man's body language indicated that he was being truthful and desperate to get away from them, that was enough conclusive evidence for Rei. Now they just needed proof of stolen goods from the shop and they could turn their job in. Jin spoke to her, a serious but friendly tone on his lips as he asked if she was ready. In response, she closed up her umbrella and twirled it on her wrist in anticipation and them gripped it with her other hand like a blunt weapon and smiled up at him. Rei has Nii-chan, Rei is ready. she had already finished her ice cream, betwen her and Kaya- it had gone a lot quicker than she had thought... or was it the hot day that had melted it?

Jin always wanted to help people, consequently he wanted to become a reliable person. Jin hadn’t known Rei for long but her words had made him extremely happy. She relied on Jin and wasn’t scared of what awaited them. ”I won’t let any harm come to you. As a mage of Black Rose, I will protect my friends” he said as he looked at the shop. There was nothing about the shop that made it different from a normal pawnshop. Ironically, in light of the recent information that made it all the more suspicious. ”Rei-chan…” he said as he stepped a little closer to her, ”…we have company”. Though the thugs were hiding but thanks to Jin’s experience he was able to sense their presence. Call it a veteran’s experience.

Meanwhile, Kaya was dealing with a brain freeze. A few moments ago, thanks to her greed when Rei wasn’t looking, she had taken a large bite off the ice cream and finished it. Her movements were so quick in doing so that even Jin hadn’t noticed it. She held her head as the pain circulated in it for a little while. Jin noticed that the thugs comprised of all of the individuals they had asked about the jewels. Apparently, they were all in on the deal and had gathered here awaiting the arrival of the Black Rose mages. The shop’s door opened and the owner came out with a mace in his hand along with a confident grin on his face. It appeared that these thugs believed that their numbers were the only thing that they needed to take down Jin and Rei.

”So I hear the Rising Star Okura Jin is asking around about some kind of jewels with a little girl”, the leader began to speak. ”What business does a dog of the magic council have with some stolen jewels anyway?”, it was a futile attempt to provoke Jin. He had been in too many situations to see through his opponent’s plan right away. He didn’t deem them worthy of a reply, Jin waited until Kaya finally returned to normal.

Jin and Kaya prepared for battle, to even the odds a bit more, two warriors appeared by Jin’ side. First was the appearance of two large smoke clouds as they faded away, the warriors appeared. One of them was a lady he had once summoned before: with a large whip and provocative clothing. Her clothing was revealing enough to make all the men besides Jin drool over her once. Besides her clothing, she was a great warrior and was best for crowd control. So even though he didn’t want to, he still had to summon her just to be sure. The other summoned warrior was a new one, one whose abilities were unknown. The other summoned warrior was a muscular individual, more taller than Jin. His height was about over 6 feet and he wore a cloth over his entire face, leaving room only for a single eye. Unlike the previous times, this warrior had decided to appear on his own. ”Strange, this has never happened before” he thought but now there was no way to alter it.

The warriors that Jin could summon were thanks to his lineage. He could summon warriors who had fought alongside or against his ancestor. This particular warrior was the one that his ancestor had once fought and defeated. This individual was a faithful servant of the demon abaddon and due to some strange connection, he had found his way through Jin’s ability. However, for him to be able to use his weapon, he needed the ethernano of someone who was also related to abaddon. The weapon that this warrior had allowed him to create a barrier of sorts. This barrier could later be used for offensive and defensive means. The one eye that was visible on his face continuously stared at the little girl that stood beside him.

Jin assumed that the muscular structure of this warrior would be enough. He wasn’t aware of the secrets of the warrior he had just summoned.

Rei had taken note of the lackeys that had gathered around the alley when the boss appeared- most of these were the people in town they had asked about the stolen jewels- these guys sure were everywhere. Somehow the boss knew about Jin and his title in the guild: was Jin really that famous? Rei didn't know, then again, she didn't really know much about the outside world. She was just now learning about these kinds of things. The boss's own words were condemning, Rei took note of that. Rei doesn't like Nii-chan being called a dog. The big meany deserves to be behind bars for his guilty words. Rei said in a slightly hostile manner, purposefully provoking the boss. The boss had intended to provoke Jin into acting rash, but instead Rei had goaded the boss into being rash.

The boss bit his lip as he realized he had put his own foot in his mouth, he grunted and motioned to his men. They jumped down on the ground behind Rei, Jin and Kaya: the boss in front of them. Jin took action, using some weird magic, he summoned two beings, summons of some kind, spirits. One male and one female- Rei didn't recognize either, but she felt a connection to the male warrior spirit. The spirit warrior bowed in front of Rei light a knight in a queen's service, M'Lady, my sword is shield is yours to command. it said to Rei in a tone of reverence.

Rei blinked in disbelief, she had glanced at Jin but was unsure of what to make of his expression. Whatever the case, they needed to act quickly. She nodded her consent and directed her gaze behind them to the group of lackeys ready to get them. Help us keep these bandits at bay. she said. The warrior stood and turned to face the band of thugs, he held up his hand and magic erupted from his fingertips. A barrier was erected in the narrow alley, this barrier was setup between Jin & Rei's group and the boss's lackeys. This separated the boss from his minions, it was the opportune moment to strike! The knight, sensing this- turned to face the boss and rushed him, knowing Jin was also in motion.

Jin was surprised at the favorable outcome that had presented itself. It appeared that this sort of weapon was the first among his summoned warriors. Apparently, due to his increase his strength the kind of warriors he could summon grew along with him. It appeared to be some sort of ability but in truth it was a weapon of the summoned warrior. Jin turned to look at the other summoned female warrior as he blushed and then turned away. He had to look at her to tell her that they needed to attack now but her dress was a bit too revealing. She understood what Jin wanted her to do so that’s what mattered.

”You will regret stealing someone’s jewels” said Jin as a large arrow appeared above his head. At the same time, the female warrior used her whip to bind the mace of the boss. Her strength was overwhelming enough to keep him stationary for a bit. And a little bit was all the time Jin’s attack needed to land a direct hit. The arrow was launched and it hit resulting in a large flame wall. Jin had just used his long ranged spell: Bird of Hermes. When the smoke settled, the leader emerged badly burned but still standing. ”You brats! You will regret picking a fight with me!!” he shouted as he blindly charged towards Jin. Before he could get closer, Jin used yet another spell to create heat based explosions and then followed that up with another one of his spells: Piercers. Using heat based projectiles to inflict further damage and ensure a knock out. The explosions were result of the spell: Miniplosions.

The two continuous spells also resulted in a smoke cloud and when it cleared the boss was on the floor, face first. He was badly burned but it wasn’t too serious. Jin wasn’t one to take the life of another. The lackeys having witnessed the defeat of their boss ran away immediately afterwards. The two Black Rose mages handed the pawn shop owner to the local law enforcement and retrieved the jewels from his possession. After collecting their reward, the two were off, heading back to the guild island.

The End