From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

Chapter 159: The man with Wine

Todd chuckled slightly, "Oh, Bones. It just seemed like a fun nickname for you, so I said it. If you'd like, I can leave it out in the future."

Ty, quick to dispel any awkwardness, replied, "Oh, no, don't worry about that. There was this show I watched a few times with a guy named Bones, and it just reminded me of that for a brief moment." His response was casual, aiming to steer the conversation away from his earlier distraction.

The mention of the show seemed to lighten the mood, and Ty appreciated Todd's attempt to inject some normalcy into their extraordinary circumstances. He offered a faint, skeletal smile, acknowledging the new nickname and the camaraderie it symbolized.

"No, he wasn't a skeleton," Ty replied, following Todd's movements as he donned a brown tunic robe, complete with shoulder plates. He watched Todd retie a few bandages over cuts that were almost fully healed. "He was actually a grumpy doctor, of all things," Ty added with a slight laugh, the comparison amusing in its contrast to their current situation.

Todd, adjusting his light combat gear, responded to Ty's query, "Oh, I'm expecting a busy day, so I'm going with light combat gear. Don't want to be sweating all day." His preparation indicated a readiness for whatever the day might bring.

As Todd headed towards the door, he glanced back at Ty, "I think we have a briefing in about 15 minutes. I'll meet you there. Feel free to wake up Nana if you want, though I don't think she needs to come."

Ty nodded, understanding Todd's suggestion. The briefing likely wouldn't require Nana's presence, and allowing her some extra rest could be beneficial. He watched Todd leave, then turned his attention to Nana, still asleep. Weighing his options, he considered whether to wake her or let her continue sleeping, knowing that the day ahead could be demanding for all of them.

As Todd disappeared into the sunlight, heading towards the day's briefing camp, Ty's attention turned back to Nana. She was still deep in slumber, her breathing steady and rhythmic. The little blue fairy had found a cozy spot nestled in her hair, adding a touch of whimsy to the scene.

Ty, fully emerging from his cot, donned his black and red clothes, the colors stark against his skeletal frame. He stretched, his movements causing a faint creaking sound. As he stretched, Ty noticed some signs of decay along his elbows. Curiously, he ran his bony fingers over the affected areas, feeling a small amount of dust come loose.

Rubbing the dust between his fingers, Ty pondered silently, "I wonder what this is about." His thoughts were abruptly interrupted as Nana suddenly sprang out of bed, her voice filled with urgency, "The book!"

Her sudden exclamation indicated that something was amiss, perhaps related to their hidden book. Ty's focus instantly shifted from his own concerns to the situation at hand, ready to assist Nana in addressing whatever issue had arisen with their mysterious and important artifact.

Ty's concern was momentarily broken by Nana's sudden movement. He watched as she rapidly regained her bearings, a mixture of relief and alertness in her eyes. "Well, good to see you're awake," he said casually. "You going to come to the briefing, or do you need some more sleep? I'm fine with whichever you choose."

Nana offered a light smile, still slightly disoriented from her abrupt awakening. "Uh, yeah," she replied, reaching under her bunk. With a swift motion, she pulled out a piece of the wooden board, revealing a hidden compartment. "Okay, the book is still here," she noted with relief, observing the golden aura surrounding the book, a sign of its mystical nature.

"Good, it's in good condition still," she confirmed, her voice carrying a tone of reassurance.

Ty, now understanding why he hadn't been able to find the book the previous night, remarked, "Well, I suppose that's why I wasn't able to see it last night." He then headed out the door, his mind already shifting to the upcoming briefing.

Nana quickly opened a chest and threw on a brown tunic robe and some black leather pants. Her movements were swift and efficient, a clear indication of her readiness to face whatever the day had in store. Rushing after Ty, she called out, "I said I'm coming too!"

Her determined tone and quick preparation showed her commitment to staying involved in the day's events, highlighting her resilience and eagerness to be an active part of their ongoing mission.

Ty's skeletal feet made a soft, muted sound as they sank into the soft soil beneath them. He raised a hand to shield his flaming eyes from the bright sunlight, scanning the area until his gaze settled on a large gathering near a tent. The tent was marked by black spears, with a striking red-tipped spear at its center.

"This must be where everyone is meeting up," he said aloud, his voice carrying a note of certainty.

Nana caught up to him, her pace brisk and her expression focused. In her hand, she held a small wand, its presence almost an extension of her own determined attitude. "You found where the briefing is at?" she asked, slightly out of breath from her quick approach.

"Yeah, just assumed to find where everyone is gathering, and that should be it," Ty responded, nodding towards the tent. Noticing her wand, he asked, "Is that the wand you got the night of the incident?"

Nana's face lit up with a cheerful smile. "Yep, though I haven't had a good chance to use it. I imagine this would be as good a time as any," she replied with enthusiasm. "I usually just keep it stored away. By the way, where is yours?"

Ty's casual revelation about summoning his weapon on command was a subtle but clear display of his unique abilities. As he gestured into the air, his chain-bound Kana blades, glowing with a golden aura, soared gracefully through the sky before landing securely in his hand.

The spectacle drew the attention of several soldiers nearby, some of whom still seemed taken aback by the sight of a black-toned skeleton fighting alongside them. Your adventure starts at m,vle,mpyr.

"Sorry about that, was just summoning my weapon," Ty said, a hint of embarrassment in his tone due to the unexpected attention his action had garnered.

Before the murmurs could continue, two distinct claps resonated, redirecting everyone's focus to the center of the gathering. The crowd parted, allowing a clear view of a man standing on a podium. He wore a red military uniform, his white hair sharply contrasting with the fabric. His arm was in a brace, and he held a single glass of wine, a detail that did not go unnoticed by Ty and Nana.

The man's voice, steady yet tinged with gravity, broke the morning silence. "Men, it is with great displeasure that I come to you with somber news from the capital. The capital was attacked again last night, and by none other than the Erebos responsible for the original attack over a year ago."

A hushed tension fell over the crowd as the weight of his words sank in. The mention of Erebos stirred a mix of concern and determination among the gathered soldiers and allies. Ty and Nana exchanged a glance, both understanding the severity of the situation and the implications it held for their mission.

The briefing had taken a grave turn, signaling the start of a challenging and possibly perilous chapter in their journey.