Day 79 Late Morning/Early Afternoon: Hunt for the Water Thief

[hunter_kkm]

Hube stood where he was holding the strange parchment in his hands. It was written in language he didn’t know and Nyssa was busy analyzing it and would provide a summary soon. Therefore it simply appeared that he was standing in the middle of the hallway completely still in full battle gear.

He was like a statue. All attempts at getting a reaction

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[hunter_kkm]

Yes Hube was very odd. He was wearing a long black leather coat and had a wide rimmed hat. His shoulder seemed to be slightly out of proportion as though there was some sort of device attached under the coat. He had the same eye-patch and possibly similar disposition from the hard-nosed stance he displayed at the moment.

One of the guards looked relieved when he saw Gunter. “Lord Gunter, we’re not sure what to do!” He gestured towards the living statue. “He won’t move and he’s been that way for a couple of hours! Every time we try and get him to he defends himself and one of us gets hurt.” Indeed a few of the guards had several bruises and looked a bit harried. “He doesn’t budge! And he treats us like we’re just flies buzzing around!”

Hube sniffed the air. A familiar scent had reached him. It wasn’t the time for that, however. He knew the Mizuchi had to be dealt with but orders from Karbelnikoff could -not- be ignored and he needed to wait until Nyssa had completed the translation.

“I have no need of your services presently as pleasant as they are.” Hube stated flatly. “Come back later.”

[doubleblackftw]

He carefully listened to the guards and then glanced at the man. Why was he simply standing there and stubborn enough to cause harm to the guards? Gunter gave a stern expression and gestured the guards to stand back. "Please calm yourselves and get treated for those injuries. I will handle this."

As he was about to speak, the mazoku raised a brow to what he was told. What in the world...

"What need is there for you to stand here, Gegenhuber? You are obstructing the path and disrupting the duties of these guards by doing so, not to forget the injuries you have inflicted on these men as well. Now please tell me your reason." Gunter firmly ordered.

[hunter_kkm]

“They are interfering in Karbelnikof business. I am analyzing the situation.” Gegenhuber stated in the same flat monotone. “Their injuries are minor. Permanent damage was not caused. They will live. At the request of Shibuya, Shouri I have not killed anyone.” His eye was fixed now in a particular direction. Anyone who knew anything about the lay of the land would know that the direction was the Tomb of the Great One. “That creation of Shibuya, Yuuri must be destroyed. I will do so as soon analysis is complete.”

[doubleblackftw]

Karbelnikof? What in the world was that poison woman doing now!? His eyes perked to hear that name. Ah, Lord Shouri was present as well? He will have to greet him at some point. Gunter tried his best to follow the path of his view. The tomb?

And then he was on alert. Destroy their king!? Gwendal had assured him that the doubles are of no threat and yet. Gunter slightly clenched his teeth and positioned himself to hover his hand over his sword at his side.

"I cannot allow you to do so. Explain yourself Gegenhuber! Why do you plan to plot against our king and what is this analysis you speak of?!"

[hunter_kkm]

Hube adjusted his focus, thereby reducing effort spent on analysis of the code that the Karbelnikof had sent. He did not seem at all threatened by Gunter’s movement.

“Stay on it. I’ll handle this.” He stated.

...Compensating...

“The Mizuchi is one of Shibuya, Yuuri’s creations. If you do not allow its destruction you will face a drought. When the creature runs out of water, it will start to suck the water from anyone it comes into contact with. The more water it receives the more powerful and bigger it gets. As I explained to both Karbelnikof, Anissina and yourself, it came through with me. I chased it through the Wyrmhole. I knew it had but you did not believe me. It is now there. I sensed its powers growing this morning.”
Hube pointed in the direction of the Tomb.

“When I have analyzed new orders, I will handle the Mizuchi. Your King is safe, I do not need to kill him today. It is the child that must be destroyed."

[doubleblackftw]

Gunter gripped the sword when he heard those words only to be dumbfounded even more. Mizuchi? And he had explained this to him before? Knowing that he has no threat against their king, he took ease of his position though the expression on his face remained stern.

"This is all rather new to my ears. I am not the one you have spoken to previously of this matter though I assume you have spoken to the other Gunter." Goodness, he had to change that. "If what you state is true then it must be handled immediately as you say. I will not have anything threaten this country. And how do you intend to do so?"

[ooc; sorry for the delay! Wasn't feeling too well the past couple of days.]

[hunter_kkm]

OOC: No worries I have been up and down myself. Most certainly up now! Best news in a long time at work today.

Hube let this other Gunter take his attention for a moment. "Hm. Data stored." He then looked back towards the Temple.

"I will go in, find it, and kill it." He stated with confidence. No plan was better than that one, after all.

...Translation completed. You are ordered to handle the situation...

"That's about time. We'll need to find this Gwendal person to see if he can recharge the processor, Nyssa."

...Affirmative...

Hube then turned and started off in the direction of the temple. Right towards a nearby window as though the window didn't pose a threat to movement at all.

[doubleblackftw]

Was it as simple as the man had stated? Gunter had a bad feeling about this. Hearing the word of Gwendal, he answered in a concerned manner. "Gwendal is currently away due to personal matters outside the castle grounds. Is there--ah wait we still have more matters to discuss!"

Seeing the man up and going already, Gunter quickly called out to the guards to inform the next person in command to watch over the castle for the time being. He had to see what this Gegenhuber was up to. The temple was no place for someone as him to simply enter. When he turned, he couldn't believe his eyes of what was about to occur.

"Aaaah! Wait that way is--!" He frantically reached out in attempt to grab the man to prevent the expected.

[ooc; Awww that's great! <333 I hope it keeps up!]

[hunter_kkm]

“Then I will seek him when he returns.” Hube replied.

Hube swiftly turned as soon as Gunter reached for him. His eye shifted slightly and there was a metallic grinding sound behind his eye patch. That one action just prevented him from crashing through the window intent on his direction. “You are interfering with the operation which according to Karbelnikoff must be handled immediately!” Hube snapped. “This is the direct route and will ensure minimal travel time.”

Of course, he hadn’t taken the time to open the window.

OOC: Thank you!!! me too.

[doubleblackftw]

Oh goodness;; What in the world was that? Gunter paused to hear that wrenching sound. He sternly glared back at him as he made his point clear. "I understand the immediacy of the situation. However, I could not help but believe you were taking your leave out the window. For your safety and others, please use the door instead."

He let go and straightened up. "And I'll have you know I will be accompanying you as well on this matter. It is my duty to report anything that happens within our country to my king as well as yours."

[ooc; <3333!!!]

[hunter_kkm]

Hube simply stared back at Gunter. Apparently the quickest way to get to the temple would be to do what this person said. Gunter had mentioned his double. There were just some times when it was easier to let the locals have their way and he didn’t think it was necessary to eliminate the obstacles just now.

“Shibuya, Yuuri is responsible for this situation.” Hube stated simply. “Follow me if you won’t go away and try to keep up.”

He turned and stalked forward, the window was safe for another day!

There was a whirring sound.

...unnecessary travel time adding to chance of success ...

"Shut up, Nyssa." Hube said between his teeth. "I want the layout of the Tomb and the passages underneath as soon as we are within range." ... "I know the range is bad here, just wait until we are."

The whirring sound continued.

[doubleblackftw]

He huffed more as if directly insulted by those words and quietly began to follow. Gunter couldn't help but give the man a glance or two every second. The mumbling that he was hearing.. just who was he speaking to?

To make things clearer, Gunter calmly began to explain the next challenge they were about to face. "I understand this dire need to investigate the Tomb. However, the shrine maidens will not easily heed to your request. Only females are allowed on the sacred grounds without the permission from Ulrike."

[hunter_kkm]

“I have an order to complete this task, so I assume this will not be a problem. If they wish to not be eaten, they will let me deal with it.” Hube stated. He looked over at Gunter as they approached the Tomb and the guards there did not at all look pleased to see them.

“I assume since you are the nosy, interfering type it’s probably your job to clear paths of inconveniences? If so, than I will allow you to proceed with this once we arrive as every moment that passes there is less chance of success and more chance of someone getting eaten. And I will not have to create my own entrance.”

“I see it. Do you sense any barriers?” he said to no one in particular. His attention was now redirected and his eye focused elsewhere. “What do you mean you can’t?” Hube grunted. He really needed to find that Gwendal and get fresh mana. Things always worked better with a fresh mana source.

[doubleblackftw]

N-Nosy and interfering? Nosy or not, it was his duty to make certain things were handled properly! The man was appearing odder and odder the longer he followed him. Just who was he speaking to? He heavily sighed in defeat.

"If that is the case then, very well. I will see what I can do." Gunter walked ahead to approach the guards to speak of their situation. Having word that his Eminence has informed them of their arrival, the mazoku motioned a nod to signal their clearance. The guards parted ways to open a path for the two men to enter.

As soon as Huber joined back with him, Gunter inquired further. "Is there anything else I should know of this creature?"

[ooc; So sorry =TTxTT=!]

[hunter_kkm]

Hube leered slightly as Gunter walked forward. Even in robes, the man sure was nice to look at and even better without them. He smirked, well; he couldn’t imagine the double was any different than the other. “If you don’t like to get dirty, I would suggest walking behind me. It will likely be a messy fight. I wouldn’t want a delicate man like you to get all messed up.”

He tipped his hat to Gunter and started to walk past the lady-guards. He was of course appreciative of their looks but he wasn’t here for fun and games.

He checked the courtyard and immediately walked towards the dry ‘pool’ in the middle. “It’s here.” He nodded. “There must be a water source below here they are feeding on. My usual range is affected by something on this planet, but I can work without long range sensors.”

The thing on his right arm started to shape the crossbow a little more to make it functional and he snapped a cartridge into it from a small pouch inside his jacket. Nothing happened yet with the thing on his shoulder.

"It's underground. There's a tunnel system we have to get into. I'll just look for a good place to make an opening..."

[doubleblackftw]

What was that feeling he was getting? He pulled his mantel over himself more as he followed behind. "There is no such thing as a clean fight on the battle field. Not to be concerned. I am well aware of what I am getting myself into. I am not as delicate as you may think." Gunter shot him a stern prideful stare as he calmly explained in his smooth tone.

The mazoku watched the man ready what appeared to look like a weapon of sort. When he mentioned of making an opening again, he didn't hesitate to step right in.

"Wait. The guards have informed me of an entrance to the tunnel. This way."