I got Isekai'd as a Dragonborn
Ch. 2 A Rotten new world
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"Hi, my name is Sean Delsin Von Drake, but you can call me Spike. Why the nicknames? No idea. I'm 5 years old, and I am the 3rd child and only son of Sir Francis Drake and lady Michelle Drake, I have 2 older sisters, Miriam Drake and Cassie Drake, they were born to my other mom, Alexandra the Great."
"To be honest I don't know how that works but I don't care cause I love my dad, my 2 moms, and my 2 sisters… speaking of that, you might be wondering, what's with the party? My big sister Miriam is getting married."
"She's marrying into the Van Sigmund Knightdom."
"What's a Knightdom? Well, a Knightdom is the land or domain of a knight."
"My father is the lord, for say, of the town of Drake, a small port city, near the Firebreath peninsula, total population 1000."
"My father is a knight under the order of Dragonlord Torch. My father is actually a war hero. Him, his brother, Peter, and Momma Alexandra were the ones that made the peace talks between The Kingdom of Equestria and the Dragonlands possible. Thanks to them we now live in peace and prosperity with the kingdom of Equestria."
"Both us and the Sigmund’s have the same noble status, but my father is a bit more important than Sir Van Sigmund."
"Hi, Spike, what are you doing here all by yourself?" Asked a female voice.
"Big sis Cassie, I was just…" said Spike.
"Reading? Spikey, you have a whole life ahead of you for reading, but you also have to go and socialize, you wouldn't like to grow old and alone, would you? Plus, you're already one of the smartest people alive, and you're only 5!" said Cassie.
"Oops sorry." said Spike.
"Come on, what do you say if you go and make some friends, or at least put your book down and go for a walk. That sounds like a plan?" She asked.
"Yeah, ok." said Spike as he got out of his seat.
"Now, don't be late for our sister's wedding." said Cassie as she saw Spike walk away.
Spike walked around the room for a while, he stopped by the religious images to read the inscriptions in every single one, then he went to the balcony to look out at the city, enjoy the night breeze and look at the stars.
“I don’t know why but, I have the feeling that I was once between those stars. I wonder what we look like from up there.” he thought.
After another 5 minutes of looking Spike headed back inside for the wedding, making it just in time to take his position as the ring boy for the wedding.
“So this is a wedding. How nice, maybe someday I’ll be lucky enough to be up there myself.” Spike thought.
“I now pronounce you Husband and wife, you may…” said the priest, but was interrupted by the newlyweds kissing before he finished.
The whole room roared with cheers and applause as the newlyweds started to walk down the aisle towards the limousine and headed to the reception.
2 HOURS LATER
“Man, this steak was delicious, and the garlic bread was even better, but I should probably go and brush my teeth. I don’t want my breath scaring anyone.” Spike thought as he got up and headed to the nearest bathroom.
A few minutes later he emerged, looked around and decided to walk through the crowd, avoiding the dance floor. Of course, he didn’t want to be pushed into the dancing or be smacked by some drunk-wild dancer.
After successfully avoiding the dance floor, Spike rested his back on the wall near the entrance of the party hall.
“Now what are you doing here on your own Spike? We had a promise didn’t we?” said Cassie as she walked up to Spike.
“Hi Big Sis, yeah. I was just tired and wanted to take a small break.” said Spike.
“Oh, ok then, but please go and socialize.” said Cassie.
“And what about you?” asked Spike.
“What about me, Spike?” asked Cassie.
“Why aren’t you socializing?” asked Spike.
“Oh, Spike, I am, me and the girls have been talking to each other for a while now.” said Cassie.
“You mean, Husband hunting, right?” said Spike.
“Guilty, but that counts as socializing.” said Cassie.
“But aren’t you 12 years old?” asked Spike.
“Yeah, but Sister Miriam, got engaged around my age, and now she’s married,” said Cassie.
“I thought she met Jacob last year.” said Spike.
“Oh, no, Miriam and Jacob have been sweethearts since they were 10, but because of studies they were in a long-distance relationship.” said Cassie.
“This is really confusing.” said Spike.
“Remember that you’re an adult once you reach 15, from there on you’re free to enlist in any school, academy, university, or guild you want, that also includes taking grown-up decisions, like marriage.” said Cassie.
“So, do you think we’re gonna become uncles anytime soon?” said Spike.
This made Cassie’s face turn completely red. “I-I-I-I Don’t think so, both Miriam and Jacob will be moving to Vanhoover to study, and knowing the 2 of them, they’ll wait until they’re 18 or at least 17 to have children, now if you excuse me I have work to do.” said Cassie walking away.
“You do know that momma Alexandra doesn’t like you sleeping around.” said Spike.
“I’m still a virgin!” screamed Cassie.
“Someone mentioned me?” said a female voice.
“Hi momma Alexandra, hi mom.” said Spike.
“Spikey, how are you doing?” said Alexandra.
“Enjoying the party?” asked Michelle
“Yes mom.” said Spike.
“Now, why did you mention my name?” asked Alexandra.
“No… no reason.” said Spike.
“Don’t lie to us Spike, we’re your mothers and we know you.” said Michelle
“Crap, I’m no snitch, but I don’t want my moms to kill me.” Spike thought to himself.
“Spike, I’m not going to ask again.” said Alexandra.
“Cassie and her friends are husband-hunting.” said Spike in fear.
“Again!? Seriously, that girl is going to end up pregnant before she turns 14! Cassie!” said Alexandra as she walked up to find her daughter.
“I’m sure Cassie is gonna get an earful from Alexa, by the way, Spike, you’re gonna be a big brother.” said Michelle.
“Awesome, Brother or sister?” asked Spike.
“Brother.” said Michelle.
“Yeeeeeey.” said Spike.
“Now, now Spike, save some of that enthusiasm for later, I wouldn’t want you to fall asleep before 9.” said Michelle.
“Ok mom.” said Spike.
“Ok then, now I have to go sit down and eat something.” said Michelle as she walked away.
Spike looked away from where his mother had gone off to, and he decided to continue walking around and eating things here and there.
After a few more minutes Spike noticed a group of kids around his age talking together and having fun.
He then remembered what he promised Cassie, and so decided to walk towards them and introduce himself to them.
“Hi.” said Spike politely, he was expecting them to be polite, but the look they gave him was not nice at all.
“What do you want Dragon boy.” said one of the boys.
“I-I just wanted to introduce myself and talk.” said Spike.
All the kids looked at each other and then started to laugh.
“You think that we would ever want to socialize with you?” said another boy.
“Yes… Is that wrong?” asked Spike innocently.
“HAHAHA, what made you think that we would ever want to socialize with a monster like you!” said a girl.
“I don’t see how I’m a monster.” said Spike in a sad tone.
“All Dragonborns are monsters. Stupid, mindless, beasts that are only good to kill for money.” said another girl.
“Yeah, we are Ladies and Gentlemen, children of the famous and prestigious nobles of all over the country.” said a third girl.
“Yeah, My father is the Count of Tall Tale.” said the first boy.
“My family owns the city of Manechester.” said the first girl.
“I am the heir to the city of Neighton.” said another boy.
“My dad is a baron of the Crystal Empire.” said another girl.
“And what about you Dragon boy.” said another boy.
Spike was so scared and sad, that he couldn’t speak.
“As if you’d know, I bet you’re the son of a mercenary.” said a girl laughing
“Right, I bet you’re only here because your parents were hired as bodyguards to the bride and groom,” said a boy
“Ha, Like if you would ever be anything big or important.” said one of the girls.
“Come on let’s get away from here.” said one of the boys as they all walked away, leaving Spike standing there.
“Well that was enlightening, wasn’t it Spike?” said a male voice behind him.
“Jacob, what are you doing here?” asked Spike.
“I wanted to get away from your mother… Alexandra, she is giving your sister Cassie an earful back at the table, yet I couldn’t stop but overhear your conversation.” said Jacob.
“I just wanted to make friends.” said Spike getting sad.
“Well, not everybody is worth being friends… plus they’ll come to regret talking you like that.” said Jacob.
“Why? Because they don’t realize that the city of Drake is what makes those cities rich and powerful?” said Spike.
“Yeah, and when they realize that you’re the son of the lord and brother in law of the heir of the city of Sigmund.” said Jacob.
“Why is that?” asked Spike.
“Well, if you tell your dad about this, he might not continue to make any business with them losing 75% of their revenue.” said Jacob.
“But my family only takes about 50% of their revenue.” said Spike
“And my family takes 25% of their revenue.” said Jacob.
“Oh, that makes sense.” said Spike, he was still a bit sad but he felt a bit better with what Jacob said.
“Hey Spike, don’t let this get to you, they don’t know any better.” said Jacob.
“What do you mean?” said Spike.
“They’ve grown learning about all the bad things Dragonborn’s have done, and well, many nobles still don’t have a liking to us.” said Jacob
“But aren’t we leaving in peace with the kingdom of Equestria?” asked Spike
“Yes, but still, it’s only been 18 years. It’s still too soon for any change to happen in people’s minds.” said Jacob.
Spike remains silent.
“Spike, another thing you can do, if you want to make people acknowledge you, you can become the best you can ever think of.” said Jacob.
“How?” asked Spike.
“Hard work, persistence, and of course, a lot, put a lot of faith in yourself.” said Jacob as he walked away.
“Be the best me, That sounds confusing, but I’ll give it a try.” said Spike to himself as he headed for the front stage when he noticed a girl sitting down on a table nearby, and decided to walk towards her.
“HI.” said Spike.
“Oh, hello.” said the girl.
“My name is Sean Delsin Von Drake, nice to meet you.” said Spike.
“My name is Tania Nova Schafer Von Dusenholf, but you can call me Twilight Sparkle, or just Twilight.” said Twilight.
“Are you here with your parents?” asked Spike, trying to make small talk.
“Yeah, they are nobles from Canterlot and they are close friends of the groom”s family, what about you?’ asked Twilight.
“My sister is the wife.” said Spike.
“Wow, how nice.” said Twilight.
“Yeah, and now the towns of Drake and Sigmund are going to enter into a major trading relationship.” said Spike.
“Yeah, and the amount of income that will come from that trading relationship will benefit the whole country.” said Twilight.
“Wow, we really have a lot in common.” said Spike.
“Yeah, we are at the same level of brains… wanna be friends?” asked Twilight.
“Ok.” said Spike
Spike and Twilight actually spent the rest of that night talking, they only stopped when Spike was called on stage by his father for the family picture.
HOURS LATER
“It was nice to meet you Spike.” said Twilight.
“Yeah, likewise, hope you come to visit soon!” said Spike as he and Twilight hugged.
“And please do keep in touch.” said Twilight.
“Sure.” said Spike as Twilight left the establishment.
ONE YEAR LATER
Spike is running around the courtyard with a sword in hand.
"Hyyyyya!" He screamed as he skillfully punched the targets scattered all throughout the yard, even breaking some.
"Well done Spike, you're a natural with the sword." said Jacob.
"You think?" asked Spike.
"I sure believe so." said Jacob.
"What is going on here?" Asked another male voice, this one much older.
"Uncle Peter!" Said Spike as he ran up to hug him.
"Hey there champ." said Peter.
"Hello uncle, how was your trip?" Asked Jacob.
"Very productive, now, what is all this?" Said Peter.
"Just teaching Spike a few moves with the sword, you know, so he's not inside vegetating in the library." said Jacob.
"Oh, really? And how is it going?" asked Peter.
"Spike, show him what you're made of." said Jacob as he got out of Spike's way.
Spike then turned and lunged at the targets, skillfully hitting them over and over again.
When he finished he turned and saw his uncle's jaw hitting the floor in surprise.
"What do you think of our little warrior? " said Jacob.
"Well, this is a surprise, a very pleasant one, I'd like to say that it's the Von Drake blood but neither Francis or I were this skilled at his age." said Peter in surprise.
"What is that about skill you say, brother." said another male voice.
"Ah speak of the devil. Francis, how are you doing?" Said Peter.
"In good health, glad to see you're also in good health, now what is this skill talk you're having… and who trashed my courtyard!?" Said Francis.
"It was your son, Francis, he is… the most amazing swordsman I've ever seen, he is almost at our level!" said Peter.
"Now this I have to see myself, Chester, please bring new targets out, thank you." ordered Francis.
"Right away sir." said Chester.
5 minutes later the courtyard was once again full of targets.
"Ok son, show us this talent your uncle is talking about." said Francis as he sat down on one of the benches.
Spike closed his eyes, breathed in, and then out, and finally opened his eyes, this surprised Francis, but Spike's display of raw power, control and technique, made his jaw drop.
Told you so brother, told you so." said Peter.
"This is amazing, you're only 6 and you can already use "Beastiality", this is amazing!" said Francis.
"That's our son for you." said Michelle as she walked by.
"What is Beastiality?" asked Spike.
"It's a fighting ability that was perfected by our family, but it takes years of continuous practice to achieve, yet here you are 6 years old. 3rd time you pick up a sword and you can already use it." said Francis.
"You'll be a great soldier one day." said Peter.
"By the way Peter, I heard you were requesting an audience with me." said Francis.
"Ah yes, there are some matters I must discuss with you." said Peter as both men got up and left the courtyard.
“Awesome, this way people are going to notice me and respect me.” said Spike.
“I’m not so sure Spike.” said Jacob.
“What do you mean?” asked Spike.
“Come here… hang on tight.” said Jacob as he hugged Spike, expanded his wings and flew into the sky.
FEW MINUTES LATER
“This is awesome! I can’t wait until I grow my own wings.” said Spike.
“Glad to hear that you’re enjoying your heritage.” said Jacob.
“Of course, I’m proud to be who I am, heck, once I become a soldier I’ll bring more honor to the House of Drake… I’ll be the best soldier ever!” said Spike as he continued to enjoy the flight.
A few Minutes later, Spike started to wonder why Jacob had invited him for a flight.
“Uhm, Jacob, why are we flying?” asked Spike.
Jacob remained silent, until he came to stop seconds later, hovering over a cliff that could help them see the city of Canterlot.
“Wow, we flew all the way from Drake to Canterlot so quickly, usually it takes 5 hours by plane,” said Spike looking at Jacob but he remained silent.
“Something wrong Jacob?” asked Spike.
“Spike, can you use eagle eyes?” asked Jacob.
“Yes, I mastered it a long time ago.” said Spike with confidence.
“Then look at the city, and tell me, what do you see?” said Jacob in a sad tone.
“Houses, Businesses, skyscrapers, cars, the palace, a Market…” said Spike happily.
“No, look harder.” said Jacob.
Spike was confused at what Jacob meant when he said look harder but he did, Spike squinted his eyes and what he saw made a chill and a cold sweat run through his body.
“I see… hate, sadness, poverty, excess, descrimination… but I also see, wealth, prosperity, happiness… is this what I’m supposed to look at?” asked Spike.
“You’re close… You saw 2 sides of the city, right?” asked Jacob.
Spike nodded.
“Now look at the city again and tell me, can you see what or who is creating that barrier?” asked Jacob.
Spike looked again, he was trying extra hard, then he noticed something. Down near one of the rich looking stores was a group of wealthy-looking people. It was composed mostly of unicorns, but he also noticed some earthlings between them, from the 8 members 6 were female and 2 were male. Spike assumed they were nobles, they were around their late teens to their early 20’s, down the road was a man, Spike could tell he was a Dragonborn because of his eyes.
The Dragonborn man wasn’t dressed as a beggar or homeless person, but he wasn’t dressed as a rich kid either. He continued to walk up the street until he crossed paths with the Noble-looking people.
There wasn’t an interaction between the 2 parties, the Dragonborn just walked past without looking at them, but the look that the rich people gave surprised Spike.
It was a look of disgust, of hatred, they didn’t do anything to him, but Spike could tell that as soon as the Dragonborn had walked away, the group had started to whisper and say mean and derogatory things towards him.
Spike quickly looked further down the town and noticed something else that was happening.
Near one of the parks, Spike noticed a group of Griffons walking around, they weren’t causing any trouble, they were just enjoying the park, when all of a sudden a group of people got came up to them, Spike noticed that, even though they weren’t wearing flashy clothes, they weren’t poor either, the group of people consisted of 3 males and 2 females, from the 5 of them Spike noticed that the 2 females were pegasus, and the 3 males were earthlings.
What they did next shocked Spike, one of the males had punched the Griffon on the gutt, the other one retaliated punching the attacker and a full fight started, even the Pegasus got involved kicking the griffon that was on the floor.
Seconds later the police arrived, but surprisingly the people that were detained were the griffons.
“So Spike, what did you see?” asked Jacob.
“I-I-I don’t know.” said Spike.
“That was the real world.” said Jacob.
“But why?” asked Spike.
“This is what they’ve learned growing up.” said Spike.
Spike was really confused. “Why did you show me this?” asked Spike.
“I want you to be aware of the world we live in, I’m not trying to discourage you from your dream, I just want you to see that this world doesn’t need anymore soldiers… it needs heroes… I’m not saying that soldiers, police officers, firemen, and doctors aren’t, but they aren’t enough anymore.” said Jacob.
“Everyone now hates and discriminates for no reason.” said Jacob.
“But why?” asked Spike.
“Before you were born, this world only cared about one thing, Power, and the only way to acquire it was through wars, and many broke out, that’s how those massive kingdoms and cities you see came to existence. Of course, there were many peace talks and diplomacy but the damage was done, Earthlings and Pegasi and Unicorns, now discriminate against other species, even against themselves.” said Jacob.
“I’m not saying that everyone is evil or rotten, but nowadays it’s hard to find those people, heck there is even descrimination between brethren.” said Jacob.
Spike remained silent, he didn’t know what to make of all he had just seen.
“Spike, there is one thing you have to remember, in this world, the rich keep getting rich, and the poor get poor, discrimination will arrise out of jealousy, and that will create wars and problems.” said Jacob.
“Why doesn’t anyone do something about it?” asked Spike.
“Because it’s convenient that way, Spike, this is the world we live in, that’s just the way it is, somethings will never change.” said Jacob as he carried Spike back to the city of Drake.
2 HOURS LATER
“Why didn’t my dad tell me about these things?” asked Spike.
“He doesn’t want you to lose your innocence.” said Jacob.
“But I… BURRRRRP.” said Spike as a letter materialised out of his flames.
“What’s that?” asked Jacob.
“Just Twilight, she’s telling me that the escorts arrived at the castle safely.” said Spike reading the letter.
“Why doesn’t she text you?” asked Jacob.
“She says that this way it’s more private or intimate.” said Spike as he sent her a reply and walked away.
“So what are you up to?” asked a female voice.
“Hi, honey, just took Spike for a little trip.” said Jacob.
“And that trip was for?” asked Miriam.
“For him to open his eyes to reality.” said Jacob.
“What did you do?” asked Miriam.
“I showed Spike the world we live in, so that when he grows up he won't be surprised about how different it is.” said Jacob.
“Why would you do that?” asked Miriam.
“Would you like him to grow up living a lie, cause I sure don’t.” said Jacob.
Miriam just looked at her husband. “I knew I did the right thing by falling in love with you.” she said before kissing him.
5 YEARS LATER
Spike has now turned 11 years old, and he and his family have been invited to a party to be hosted between Dragonlord Torch and Princess Celestia.
“So Spike, you ready to party?” asked Spike’s younger brother Knox.
“I don’t know about going crazy but, sure.” said Spike.
“By the way, why didn’t Jacob and Miriam come?” asked Knox.
“Because they had to go to Manechester to fix some issues with the lord of the land.” said Spike.
“And Cassie?” asked Knox.
“She and Steven are on their Honeymoon.” said Spike.
“And Mom?” asked Knox.
“She had to take care of Barbara and Genna, so she decided to stay with Momma Alexandra.” said Spike.
“Makes sense.” said Knox as he walked away.
“Spike, over here.” said a female voice.
“Hi, Twilight, how are you doing?” said Spike.
“I’m doing great, hope you’re doing fine too.” said Twilight.
“Yeah, come on, let’s go inside.” said Spike.
6 HOURS LATER
The party was in full swing, Spike and Twilight had been hanging out, talking, dancing, even eating together.
“So, your family has talked to you about marriage?” asked Spike.
“Yeah, they said that he is the son of a knight that was Princess Celestia’s General.” said Twilight.
“Cool, Hope you have a happy life.” said Spike
“Oh, Spike, I haven’t even met him yet, and for my Family marriage only happens until after I turn 16.” said Twilight.
“Cool.” said Spike again.
“Spike, come here please.” said Francis.
“Yes dad.” said Spike.
“I’d like you to meet some people.” said Francis.
“Ok, bye Twilight, see you later.” said Spike as he left.
Spike followed his father until they entered the main hall of the castle.
“Spike, meet the Dragonlord, Tyrone Draken, you might know him as Dragonlord Torch.” said Francis.
“Your highness.” said Spike as he bowed down in respect.
“Hello there Spike, nice to see that you know manners.” said Torch.
“Yes sir.” said Spike.
“By the way, this is my daughter.” said Torch
“Hi my name is Sean Delsin Von Drake.” said Spike.
“My name is Elizabeth Draken.” said the girl.
“You can call me Spike if you want.” said Spike.
“Ok, then you can call me Ember.” said Ember.
“It seems that our children are going to be good friends.” said Francis.
“Oh yes, so what do you think about marriage?” said Torch.
“No, I would like him to find love normally.” said Francis.
“Makes sense, come on let me get you a drink.” said Torch as they walked away.
Spike then took Ember to meet Twilight, and the three of them started to hang out together and spent the rest of the night talking and having fun.
AROUND 10 PM
After a few hours of continuous parting the party was interrupted.
“Attention, The Dragonlord, his Highness Torch, and the Princess of the kingdom of Equestria will give their speeches.” said one of the soldiers.
“Thank you, I would like to say…” started Celestia, but she was interrupted by the door exploding.
“Sorry to interrupt, but we have business to attend to with all of you.” said the man upfront, before he fired his AK-47 towards the ceiling.
“Run, get to safety!” said Dragonlord Torch as the nobles ran to the gardens to get into their cars.
“I don’t think so.” said the man pointing the gun at the nobles.
The second before he could pull the trigger, all the guards at the party opened fire and a fierce gun battle broke out
The three kids tried to get out with the crowd, but due to a confusion Spike ended up at the other side of the room, while the girls managed to get out and into the garden.
Spike was about to run across the fire but one of the attackers threw a grenade and the shockwave made Spike hit his head on the wall falling unconscious.
Minutes later Spike awoke, his clothes were destroyed, but that was the least of his problems.
Spike got to his knees and looked around, the room was destroyed and it was a carnage, all of the guards that were working in security that night were dead, there were even some nobles who were dead or badly hurt, and at the other side of the room Spike noticed a group of people, also deceased wearing the same masks as the man that entered the party.
Spike then looked around and noticed something.
“UNCLE PETER!!!!” screamed Spike as he rushed to him
“Spike?... Spike… oh, thank God… when I saw you lying on the floor… I thought you were…” said Peter.
“I’m fine uncle, I’m fine, what about you?” said Spike.
“I don’t think so Spike… I’m just glad that… you’re safe…” said Peter as he closed his eyes and he stopped breathing.
“Uncle Peter? UNCLE PETER!” said Spike as he started to cry
He stayed like that for a few seconds before he looked around, and decided to grab his uncle's sword, he got up and was heading to the garden when he heard the man saying.
“We are Oblivion, and today all of you will meet your end if our demands aren’t met.” said the leader.
“Take us, don’t include our subjects.” said Celestia.
“Oh no, your highness, your rich cows, and you are equally guilty.” said the man.
“Guilty of what?” asked Torch.
“Of killing our families.” said the leader.
“What are you talking about?” asked Celestia.
“You and your army went to our homes and killed our families for you own personal gains.” said the leader.
“What happened during the war was tragic and yes, unnecessary and you must believe that we’re doing our best to fix our mistakes.” said Torch.
“Don’t sugarcoat it!” said the leader.
Then Torch started to get up, but was stopped by the leader.
“I wouldn’t do that Dragonlord, I mean, your brain is valuable but I wouldn’t mind blowing them out.” said the leader pointing his gun at him.
Torch then quickly sat back down.
Spike, who was peeking through a corner, looked at the sword he was carrying, and then at room and noticed another guard, he had another sword next to him.
He walked towards him and grabbed the sword “Better be safe than sorry.” said Spike.
Spike then ran towards the ceiling of the castle where he could see the garden.
He saw his father, he was hugging his little brother Knox who was crying, then he noticed Ember and her father, she was trying to be brave but she was losing that battle, and finally he saw Twilight, she was shaking in fear.
“5 minutes, that’s all you have before we start shooting.” said the Leader laughing.
When Spike heard this something came over him, he stood up and roared.
This caught everyone by surprise.
“What is that?” said the leader.
Everyone looked at Spike.
“Spike!?” they all said.
“Ha, so we have a wannabe hero in our mists, well, so bad that he didn’t think this through, fire at will.” said the leader.
Spike heard this but instead of hiding in fear, he just closed his eyes, breathed in and then out.
What happened next surprised everyone, his left arm, began to be engulfed in flames, just like his right arm started to be surrounded by a bright blue light, this then began to move to the swords he was carrying.
“What the hell?” said the Leader.
“Spike is a Duolist.” said his father
“What is a Duolist?” asked Knox.
“A Duolist is someone who can use both weapons and magic, at the same time.” said Francis.
Spike then opened his eyes and made eye contact with the leader of the attackers, he could see the fear in his eyes.
Then he turned and saw another member of the group who was about to pull the trigger, Spike quickly threw the sword engulfed in flames towards him, right in the head, killing him instantly.
“FIRE! FIRE! KILL THE LITTLE BASTARD!” said the leader as the remaining 10 members opened fire.
Spike quickly jumped off the roof, extended his left arm, the fire sword came flying back to him quickly.
Spike then killed the rest of the members one by one, until only the leader was left.
He had run out of ammo for his rifle so he only had his handgun.
“STAY AWAY FROM ME!” he screamed as he backed away from Spike getting closer to the balcony, Spike just continued walking towards him slowly and menacingly.
The Leader of the group then saw a nearby rifle, he grabbed and was about to fire at Spike, when he remembered the hostages and aimed the gun at them.
Spike saw this and quickly lunged at the leader.
The force of the impact that Spike had when he tackled the Leader destroyed the wall of the balcony sending both Spike and the leader towards the ground.
Spike skillfully changed his position to stand on the leaders back, with one idea in mind.
When the 2 of them landed a giant cloud of dust surrounded them for a couple of seconds, using this some of the guards and nobles hurried to grab some of the guns from the dead attackers or comrades.
When the dust settled they noticed that Spike had placed his foot on the guys neck, before hitting the ground, this plus Spike’s weight and the force of gravity and the impact had successfully broken this guys neck, killing him instantly.
Spike then looked up and saw everyone's eyes on him, he thought that they were just in shock but then he heard the whispers.
“That kid is not normal.”
“He is a Monster.”
“Don’t look at him, he might kill you if you look at him.”
Those were some of the things said by the crowd.
Spike’s eyes then made contact with Twilight’s, they looked at each other for a few seconds before she looked away in fear.
This made Spike remain static, dropping his swords and looking at his hands.
“EVERYONE, GO HOME, AND IF I HEAR THAT ANY OF YOU TALK ABOUTT HIS BEFORE WE MAKE OUR STATEMENTS, I WILL PERSONALLY HUNT YOU DOWN AND THROW YOU IN JAIL FOR TREASON, AM I CLEAR!” said Celestia using her royal voice.
Everyone nodded and left.
“Spike, are you alright?” asked Francis giving his son a hug.
Spike just nodded.
A FEW WEEKS LATER
It had been almost 2 months since the attack and now, after giving a speech regarding the issue, and holding a funeral for everyone who lost their lives in the incident, Spike and his whole family were summoned to the Dragonlord’s castle.
"After a jointed investigation with the kingdom of Equestria, we discovered that the leader of the group that attacked us that night was Sir. Frederick Van Gotenhaim, he was ruler of the small frontier town Gotenheigh, that belongs to the Yakyakistan empire." said Dragonlord Torch.
"Apparently he was against the idea of the peace talks since his town was a Blacksmith town and that would have affected the town's economy, as for the rest of his accomplices, they were all guns for hire, with records that are long as this carpet." he continued.
"The emperor of Yakyakistan has been notified of this and is currently on his way to have a meeting with both me and Princess Celestia." he concluded.
This whole time he had just been standing in place, not saying a word or moving.
It had been the same since the incident, his family had tried to help him but it was futile.
"I can see that this has affected you greatly, so I will send the best Psychologists in the Dragonlands and Equestria to help you recover." said Torch.
"Thank you sir, but that won't be necessary." said Spike .
"It is my dear child, at only 11 you have witnessed the death of your uncle and have taken 11 lives." said Torch.
"It's not the killing part that has me troubled, sir…" said Spike.
"And what is?" Asked Torch.
Spike looked at him and said "Am I really a monster?"
When Spike said this the whole room went quiet, some of the female nobles even had tears forming in their eyes.
"Of course not Spike, you're a hero, to everyone, me, Princess Celestia, and even the Emperor of Yakyakistan, Prince Rutherford, the nobles who said those things were jealous." said Torch.
"Jealous, sir?" Said Spike.
"Yes, jealous that you at your young age had more courage than them to stand up to the attackers." said Torch.
For the first time in weeks Spike finally smiled.
"Bring it in!" Torch screamed.
That same instant some soldiers brought in a crystal ball into the room, followed by the court magician.
"What is this sir?" Asked Spike
"This is a crystal ball that is used to find out what affinities you have for magic." said the court magician.
"Ah, Dinamo, glad to see you could make it." said Torch.
"Of course, to miss the chance of meeting a Duolist would be idiotic." said Dinamo.
"Is this important?" asked Spike.
"Yes indeed, Spike, magic affinities are discovered when you turn 15, when you become an adult, it is really rare for someone younger to be able to use magic let alone enchantments." said Dinamo.
"Enchantments?" asked Spike.
"When your magic spreaded into your swords, that was a gear enchantment, a very hard type of enchantment that takes years to perfect, yet you were able to do it almost unconsciously." said Dinamo.
"So what do I do?" asked Spike looking at the crystal ball.
"Just place your hand on it and it will show us you affinities, we know for certain that you have an affinity for Fire and Lightning, that's 2 of 8, which is also rare." said Dinamo.
"Why?" asked Spike.
"Because, everyone has magic in them, but they can only use one type of magic no matter how much they try." said Torch.
"Actually sir, he has an affinity for wind as well." said a guard.
"Excuse me?" Said Torch.
"I was there that night sir, when he lunged at the attackers he used wind magic to retrieve the fire sword." said one of the guards.
"3 of 8, this is most interesting no one in history has ever been able to use more than 2." pondered Torch .
Spike then placed his hand on the crystal ball and then it started to ignite.
"Red for fire, purple for Lightning, white for wind, brown for earth, blue for water, black for darkness, grey for metal, and yellow for light, also known as holy magic!" said Dinamo in disbelief.
"You have an affinity for every single type of magic!" Said Torch.
The whole room erupted into chatter.
After a few minutes 3 people came forward.
"Your highness l, if I may." said one of them.
"Lord General Spyro." said Torch
"Please allow Spike to enter the Military academy so that he can tone his abilities as a soldier." said Spyro.
"You just want to use the kid to boost your own public image, sir let the kid enter the Magic academy, there he will be taught to use his powers better." said a female mage.
"Master enchanter Hydra?" Said Torch.
"Shouldn't the 2 of you stand down and let the kid decide his fate, that should be the most important thing." said a third person coming into the argument.
"You're one to talk Ancalagon, you just want to use the kid to boost the image of the church." said Hydra
"SILENCE!" Said Torch "I hear by forbid the use of Spike for any type of advertising, be it Military, political or religious, the action to do so will end in that person losing any noble status or title and will be exiled from the Dragonlands forever, do I make myself clear?" Said Torch
The whole room nodded.
"Good, going to another note, it's time for serious talk." said Torch.
This caught everyone's attention.
"Spike, I, Dragonlord Torch the XXV, here bestow upon you the title of Count, plus a monetary sum of $25 million, congratulations." said Torch as the whole room clapped.
"Now, Princess Celestia has also sent a reward, in her case it's only monetary since you aren't a citizen of the Kingdom of Equestria, she has sent you $100 Million, congratulations." said Torch
After hearing this all of Spike's family's jaws dropped.
"And finally, Prince Rutherford has gifted you the township of Gotenheigh, as a reward for your actions." said Torch
This just made Spike's dad get up and walk forward.
"My lord, with all due respect, but, my son is too young to become the ruler of a town, and what about that noble's family?" said Francis.
"The noble's family refused to inherit the land, his ex wife and his children left him a long time ago and want nothing to do with him." said Torch.
"But…" said Francis.
"As for the town, Prince Rutherford will take care of it personally until Spike feels he is ready to take the helm of the town." said Torch.
"Well, I think I'm ok with that." said Francis.
"As for Spike's education, if you allow it, sir, I would like to ask General Spyro, Master Hydra and Dinamo to go to your Knightdom and teach Spike everything they can until he turns 15 and leaves for advance studies, is that a deal?" asked Torch.
"Yes sir!" Said Francis
"Then it's settled." Torch said as everyone looked at Spike.
Spike was actually frozen in place. He wanted to say something this whole time, but after hearing the conversation his brain needed time to assimilate everything.
"I guess, this is ok, I think?" he said.
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