Lisa was in the courtyard of a very large headquarters building in the middle of the day, she was supervising her troops to decorate the place as luxuriously as possible, she wanted to make sure everything was perfect before the big event tonight, occasionally she helped the others in decorating the place.
At that time Laura, who was walking around there, saw them and was curious, she decided to approach them cheerfully, she quietly stood behind Lisa to look around them.
Lisa knew where she was but she didn't want to look back, she crossed her arms and asked. "What are you doing here??"
Laura smiled sweetly.
"I was just walking around here and happened to see you guys busy here, so I wanted to take a closer look."
Lisa nodded slowly when she heard this, but Laura's appearance stimulated the question she had been holding in, she asked carefully.
"I see, by the way. What happened to your left eye? If you don't mind me asking"
Laura smiled proudly and held her hips.
"Hm, I'll tell you, but you promise not to tell anyone about this."
Lisa nodded calmly.
"Of course."
Laura stepped closer and started to tell her.
"A long time ago, when I was still a junior soldier at White Moon, I was given my first mission with the others to clear a place of Destroyers. I and the others killed all the monsters quickly, until there was a Destroyer that could turn its body into hundreds of small ants. one of the ants attacked my left eye which caused my left eye to be permanently blind. That's why I only have one eye until now."
Lisa felt sorry for her, she turned around to face her.
"I'm sorry to hear that, but at least you can still see well, right?"
Laura nodded enthusiastically.
"Of course, my eyes are still as sharp as an eagle"
Lisa smiled when she heard that, even though she knew Laura had limitations, she still had the spirit to protect others, that was the trait she liked in someone.
Lisa held her shoulder gently.
"I'm sure you will become a great soldier, let's forget about these sad things and continue working. By the way, will you help us?"
Laura smiled wider, she jumped excitedly.
"Of course, how can I help you?"
Lisa pointed to the tables that were still scattered on the edge of the yard.
"Arrange all the tables and provide the table mats that have been provided, arrange them all neatly on each side of the yard."
Laura swiftly raised her hand in respect.
"I will do my best"
With that, Laura immediately ran towards the scattered tables, she started lifting and arranging the tables one by one enthusiastically, she made sure everything was arranged neatly according to Lisa's orders. After a few minutes, finally all the tables were neatly arranged at the designated points, Laura began to install table mats on each table there, she was sweating but still felt excited.
In the end, Laura finished her task there while wiping her sweat, she clapped her hands while jumping up and down herself, but she felt like she hadn't contributed enough to the preparations. Laura decided to go to the large headquarters kitchen to find someone in trouble to help, when she arrived at the kitchen, she saw all the women busy cooking there.
Laura looked around looking for something to do, someone was making dough, someone was decorating cakes, someone was grilling meat and so on. She saw Nina who was decorating some cakes, she decided to approach her.
Laura greeted her kindly.
"Hey, is there anything I can help you with here? I'm feeling really bored right now."
Nina turned to her and smiled.
"Oh finally someone wants to help me, put on your apron and help me decorate all this."
Laura quickly took one of the remaining aprons and put it on, she immediately took one of the cakes and started decorating it beside Nina, she would make the cake look very beautiful and tempting.
Nina smiled while decorating it, but she was starting to get bored with her work and thought of something that could entertain her while decorating all the cakes, she saw Laura who was busy beside her, she wanted to invite her to gossip.
Nina started asking questions in a friendly and teasing manner.
"Hey Laura, do you know about the new gossip spreading around town about Voltrania?"
Laura's ears perked up when she heard that, she was curious.
"Gossip? About Voltrania? What is that, tell me quickly." She said while her hands were busy decorating the cake with cream.
Nina chuckled at that direct answer, she started talking.
"Have you ever noticed Voltrania's hair ties?"
Laura shook her head slightly.
"No, why?"
Nina leaned slightly.
"Did you realize that, Laura? Voltrania's hair is… really long! Even tied up in a ponytail, it reaches her knees. If you let it go, how long do you think it would be?"
Laura chuckled softly.
"Length? Maybe... up to the ankle. Or maybe longer, like... a street sweeper?"
Nina smiled while arranging the blueberries on the pump cake.
"Could it be, she has a secret trick. Maybe she uses a magic potion to make her hair stay strong and not fall out. Like a witch's potion in fairy tales."
Laura laughed so hard that all the girls in the kitchen could hear her.
"Hahaha, Or... she's actually a modern Rapunzel! But she deliberately doesn't show her hair so that no prince suddenly comes up the hair ladder."
Right after that, the head chef rebuked them from across. "Hey!, don't just talk there, quickly finish your task."
Meanwhile. Cassandra walked alone in the city in silence, she wanted to check out her and Voltrania's dresses at Vivian's boutique which she had ordered. Cassandra arrived at the boutique and immediately went inside, but inside there were lots of mannequins and cloth scattered around, the lights were off.
Vivian and her fashion crew lay on the floor exhausted, Cassandra took a broom near her and approached Vivian's body which was on the floor, she poked her a little to make sure she was still breathing.
Vivian woke up tired, she rubbed her eyes while yawning, she looked at Cassandra for a few moments before coming to her senses, she immediately stood up and bowed politely to her.
Vivian spoke with a smile
"Welcome... Lady Cassandra, what would you like today?"
Cassandra held her hips with one hand.
"I came here to check my and Voltrania's party dresses."
Vivian clapped her hands slowly while smiling. "Well, we've finished it, follow me."
Vivian led Cassandra to the back of the boutique and pointed to one of the curtains there. She opened it to show Cassandra the results of her and her crew's hard work so far.
Inside was a long dark red dress with some gold jewelry and black accessories, there were several roses at certain points on the dress, with a nameplate belonging to Voltrania. Beside the dress, there is a pink dress with some light blue jewelry and accessories in the shape of a light blue butterfly, with Cassandra's nameplate.
Cassandra smiled, clearly impressed by that. "Very good, you exceeded my expectations."
Vivian smiled proudly.
"Hehe, my crew and I did everything we could to do it. Besides, I want to see you and Voltrania look very beautiful tonight."
Cassandra chuckled softly.
"Hehe, you always pamper us with your charm, bring it to Voltrania's room before five in the afternoon."
Vivian nodded slowly.
"Okay, I'll send it right now."
Cassandra smiled satisfied with her response, she had started imagining how beautiful she would look at the party, but she was more excited when she imagined Voltrania there. Cassandra said "see ya" to Vivian and started walking out of the boutique to check her other preparations, she needed to make sure everything was perfect without any problems for this big night.
Cassandra went to some point to help anyone with the preparations for the party, she didn't want to rest until everything went smoothly so that she and Voltrania could enjoy it together after their years of struggle, they deserved this.
At night. In the center of the Crimson Wing headquarters, the night was illuminated by thousands of red lights hanging in the air, shining like sparkling stars. The music plays softly, filling the air with an elegant melody that tempts your feet to dance. The female warriors who were usually clad in armor now wore beautiful dresses, each reflecting their personalities—some chose elegant gowns, while others still included boldness in their appearance.
The spacious grounds are decorated with red rose petals scattered across the black marble floor, creating a stunning contrast. Laughter, jokes, and light conversation could be heard among those toasting with crystal glasses filled with red wine. However, amidst the excitement, there was a change in atmosphere. The lights came on, the music slowly stopped, and all eyes turned to a large staircase that rose at the end of the field.
From the darkness above, soft footsteps could be heard. Along with that, golden red light began to shine, revealing a figure that was familiar to all of them. Voltrania.
She appears down the stairs in a hypnotic pivot. Her red dress was long, so soft that it almost seemed like streams of blood flowed with her every step. Her long red hair, the ends of which almost touched the floor, shimmered under the light, like dancing flames. Het eyes are sharp, full of authority, but still have a charming charm. Her face was so beautiful, but behind her beauty, there was an aura of undeniable strength.
The female soldiers chuckled, holding their breaths in admiration. They knew that before them stood their leader—not just a queen, but a warrior who had led them in war, one who had raised them from darkness to power.
A faint smile appeared on Voltrania's lips before he raised her hand, giving the signal for the music to play again. The ethereal igniting sound of the violin flowed, and like a broken spell, everyone moved again. The dance party continued, but now with a different spirit—a spirit inflamed by the presence of their non-competing leader.
Nina, Laura and the other women screamed with joy because the gossip they had been talking about about her hair had been proven here, but not as long as they had hoped.
Cassandra now also appeared beside her gracefully, she looked just as beautiful as her, she felt very happy to finally be able to do this with her.
With her voice sharp and full of authority, Voltrania raised her hand, asking for comfort to stop the music for a moment, while Cassandra crossed her arms behind her at her side. Once the roar of celebration died down, she began to speak, her voice calm but resonating strongly in every heart present.
"Tonight, we stand victorious. But more than that, we stand as a new unity! White Moon has fallen, not because of hatred, not because of revenge, but because of the tyranny that divided itself. Those who once oppressed have now disappearance, and what remains are those who seek hope, protection, and a new home. And here, under the banner of the Crimson Wing, they are!"
Cheers erupted, but Voltrania raised her hand once more, calming them down.
"To those who come from White Moon, listen to me carefully. You are not enemies. You are not prisoners. You are part of us now. There are no longer any differences between us—just one big family that will stand together against the harsh world This!"
A small cheer rang out among the crowd, some of the initially doubtful faces began to soften. Voltrania continued in a softer tone, but still full of authority.
"We've all lost something—our homeland, loved ones, even hope. But look around you. Look at the new sisters who now stand beside you. We are no longer two separate camps. We are one. And together, we will build a world that is stronger, fairer, and better than ever before!"
"So, let's leave behind the past full of division. Let's rise as one army, one family—the new Crimson Wing! Together, we will be unshakable! With this I inaugurate our nation called LYOVIANNE which will be under the power of the Crimson Wing and me!"
Cheers rose in the air, uniting in one voice. The Crimson Wing soldiers and former White Moon members clasped hands, some even shed tears. Beneath the fiery red light, Voltrania stands as a symbol of hope, strength, and unity. a leader who not only conquers, but also embraces.
Cassandra approached her, smiling sweetly and holding her shoulder gently.
"Your speech was very good, I wonder how you could make it in just one day."
Voltrania breathed a sigh of relief and looked down slightly.
"I just did what I had to do."
Cassandra chuckled briefly then held her hand. "Then let's dance"
she pulled her onto the dance floor in the middle of the courtyard, all the women stepped back a little to give them space.
Rossiya and Rosseta smiled when they saw their older sister about to dance, Rossiya jumped for joy while Rosseta watched while eating a piece of cake. Lisa and Angelina watched expectantly as the two of them were about to act, Lisa drank her wine while Angelina drank her tea.
Cassandra knelt before Voltrania and held out her hand towards her with a smile.
"Will you dance with me?"
Several women there screamed with joy when they saw this scene, some gaped in disbelief, they were all waiting for Cassandra and Voltrania to act in the middle of the dance floor.
Voltrania took Cassandra's hand gently and nodded slowly. They began to dance the waltz with slow and enchanting steps. Voltrania led with confident movements, her left hand holding Cassandra's hand tightly, while the other hand was on her back, providing solid support. Cassandra, with a secretive smile, followed with light steps as if floating, her dress swirling around her like a red whirlwind.
As the tempo of the music increases, their movements become bolder and more energetic. Voltrania spun Cassandra with one hand, letting her spin in place before she pulled her back into her chest with a quick but smooth movement. Cassandra responded by leaning into them, creating an intensity in them.
In the middle of dancing, Cassandra gracefully jumped, entrusting herself to Voltrania's hands who perfectly caught her, twisting her body in the air before she landed softly. Their movements merged like two streams of water combining, strong but harmonious
All the women in the entire field joined in dancing in several places while some just chatted and enjoyed the food that had been provided. The atmosphere was so lively that this was like a dream for Voltrania, she smiled sweetly while enjoying her dance with Cassandra, now what she had to do now was to destroy the "Justice" Virus and the Destroyer on this earth.
After this party, she plans to return to her real job, namely leading the Crimson Wing to rid the earth of viruses and disgusting creatures that have destroyed human civilization.
But for now, she wants to focus on enjoying this party to recover all the physical and mental fatigue during the fight before finally carrying out her duties again. She knows that many deadly obstacles will always confront him at every step, but she will face them no matter what.
To be continued...