The Quest - Book 1 Ch. 21
By Eliad Sholomovich

THE BATTLEFIELD NEAR IRONFOST CITIDAL

Ryu and Ken rejoined the fight. The human armies were starting to become weary after long hours of fighting. The Orcish Horde and Trolls and orge were tiring as well.

But to the human armies disadvantage where the never tiring huge army of undead. They continued fighting with endless stamina.

Then the Horn was heard again and the portal reopened. The evil ranks started to retreat towards the portal.The human army and elves reaked havoc among the fleeing army.

Then they all fled threw the portal and it closed. The human army cheered.Ryu gathered his friends. "Is everyone O.K?" He asked in concern.

"Were fine whats up with Shadowbane did you find him?" Chunli asked. Ryu nodded "We found him alright" He said. "AND??" The group asked.

Ken exhaled "He was fighting this giant guy that was really similar to him. Both were wounded severly and then we returned." Ken said.

Guy rubbed his chin "If what you say is true we might be in for more trouble soon" He said. "Lets hope not. For now lets rest from fighting" Guile said.

Derek approached them. He was out of his armor and his shoulder was strapped with bandages. "Rest my friends this was merely a skirmish the war is far from over. They'll be back by nightfall and p*ssed off more than ever"

Derek left after they nodded. Ryu looked at the battlefield and felt sick. The ground was covered with bloody bodies and broken weapons and blood.

He shook his head "I wonder how long this will continue?" he thought to himself.

MEANWHILE

Shadowbane opened his eyes. He was in a dungeon. He looked at his surrounding. "This looks too familiar to be good." He thought.

He tried to move his hands but found out they were tied by glowing silver chains. "What the h*ll?" he spoke. He yanked at the chains but his efforts were invain.

He was too weak from his battle with Kain. He closed his eyes. "D*mn I hate being helpless" Then he sensed a powerful aura approaching. A door behind him opened.

"Well How does it feel Prince Kain, to be locked up like an animal?" Shaodwbane turned but couldn't see his captor. "Who are you?Show yourself" Shadowbane demanded.

The figure laughed. "Aren't you the itchy man. You shouldn't be concerned about the mortals Kain is here as well. You should fear for your own life."

Shadowbane scoffed "Fool Only the soul reaver can kill me." The figure laughed "True but I have it you see." Shadowbane laughed "You lie"

A blue light lightened the room. Shadowbane saw a vorpal blade before him. "Now I know who you are. Raziel ,right?" Shadowbane asked.

"Very wise Child. Its a shame you'll lose your wits soon" Raziel spoke and showed himself. Shadowbane snikered "Go ahead kill me others will replace me you know" Shadowbane said without fear.

Raziel laughed "Not just yet .We have a little surprise for the Prince of Vampires." The last words were coated by sarcasam.

Shadowbane closed his eyes "Go ahead do your worst" Raziel rubbed his hands "Don't worry my new ally shall be glad to do just that"

He exited the room and two guard released Shadowbane's chains. He tried to fight but found out he was paralysed. "What the h*ll?" Shadowbane spoke.He was dragged the chains still tied to his hands.

They lead him to a chariot and he was tied to a post with his chains. A huge crowd gathered. Shadowbane raised a brow."What is he planning?"