18:03] It wasn't a complete takeover- nor was it an absolute slaughter. Caelum was one of the toughest opponents that Justus had to face while she wasn't giving into her blood, and unleashing all of her intent. Humiliation is one of the greatest factors to humble herself over, but this time- she really wanted to show Caelum that she could protect herself and also best those of great fortitude.

She rumbled on like a Rhoynish ensued panic- A fear that could course through and chop through adversaries like tall wheat. Extreme- her speed and determination broke the scales momentarily, as both hands coalesced in a powdery glittering glow of iridescent light. Trails of atomized ruby, and emerald trail behind her like cosmic star dust. A shooting star of energy as she pierced through the field, whirling about and sending shards of crystal shots towards Caelum's frame. Trading blow for blow, as she manifested spears of crystal to whack away at her friend.

Every spell had a purpose in the high paced battle, as pillars of blinding crystals ripped from the ground, and chased after the Alder with a bloody purpose. His disorientation was her advantage, as she pushed through what originally would've caught her slacking. Her fighting wasn't desperate nor slow paced- it was down right atrociously savage in the nature of never letting Caelum collect breathing room.

She was there at every corner, almost nearing omnipresence to a mortal sense of the word. "Don't you see my brilliance, Caelum!?" She uttered greatly with a laugh accompanying the statement as the blood inside of her truly riled her up to be so energized and excited, right until the end. Even in the midst of the fighting and afterward- she hadn't noticed the warm up scratches and blows on her body, as she took a few seconds to regulate her breathing and calm down.

"Ah-Ahem... I won the bet, Caelum. You know what that means.." Justus clearly stated as she jokingly extended her foot forward towards Caelum. Knowing full well, her friend wouldn't go to that much extent for something so trivial.
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[18:13] He was utterly defeated with ease; it really did something to him, perhaps opened his eyes to something. He was trounced by her; it didn't feel good, but Caelum knew better.

Against certain magic, there was no defense strong enough to withstand it; it was a painful lesson he learned today. Caelum didn't have the will to say much of anything, but he brought himself to do so.

"You're better than me, and an amazing fighter I had to give credit where it's do. So congratulations."

Caelum removed his armor and put his street clothes back on; he had a stoic look as he walked over towards her. He quickly shook his head, and it vanished. Caelum crouched down and kissed her boot or shoe, whatever she was wearing.

He stood again and wiped his mouth; he kept his part of the promise like he said he would. Caelum realized he wasn't much of a fan of this, but there were no ill feelings or wills towards Justus.

"You really showed me."

Caelum dust himself off; what would he do now? He wasn't sure where to go or what to do. It's like his brain was fuzzy, and he couldn't gather his thoughts right now.
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[18:17] The Petrakis had one other reason as to why she did this-...

She needed to actually give her actual opinion on all her friends and protectors. Not to beat her in front of others, to learn that they must be better than her, but to never show it. To save their ears ringing from Justus in their ears, and to preserve her precious, and fragile ego.

Flipping her hair, and tidying up a few out of place strands, the young girl would sigh. "Thank you, Caelum, but I honestly wouldn't do this or show confidence without you." Justus ultimately says by the end of it all. Even if she felt she should be entitled to being better than everybody, she also was that young girl who was away from the main court of royals. She had some humility and difference in her.

"Honestly- Huh?"
Then Justus realized that Caelum actually did it-

"I-..I was just joking...you're silly." Justus said, genuinely surprised- she expected a tease or a joke from the Alder.
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[18:24] Caelum shook his head.

"No, you've always had the confidence in you I see you held back to spare my feelings. It's only something a true noble would do, wouldn't you agree?" Caelum agreed and disagreed with her at the same time.

"It was part of the promise that you told me to keep or else I'd probably be labeled as a liar. You beat me, so I kept my end of the promise not matter how humiliating it might be."

Caelum nods again.

"You're strong and proved you don't need any protectors, so I say good job."

Caelum clapped.
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[18:27] A cross of the arms is made as she motions forward, before stopping just short in front of Caelum. "Hey, listen. Look at me." Justus called out with a concerned look on her face. "I didn't say that. I do need you, and Sigmund, and Fenyx. Everyone else. A noble like me.. can't do anything- I can't do anything by myself." Justus admits, though she hated to admit her failures and flaws.

She paused as her lips tightened up, her fingers curling into her palms. She started to remember why she always held her boiling blood at bay. This happened before in her childhood.
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[18:34] Sigmund C.Grace says, "Hello Zoraia."
[18:35] Caelum looked at her with a soft smile on his face; he closed his eyes for a moment. "No, I know some of what you say is an act though there is truth. You're a noble, and people look to you in hopes of becoming just like you. You need to be able to defend yourself, and even if you may need people, I'm sure people will need you more."

Caelum looked up at the sky.

"I guess that's why I always liked you; it's weird because even if you put the act on, I knew a little about the real you. I guess this is part of the real you too?

I might have been just a little too blind to see it, but it's not bad. I'm happy that you're strong. I knew you'd be able to best me, and your execution was flawless."

Caelum pats her shoulder.

"Ah, look, it's an audience."
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[18:35] Sigmund C.Grace says, "Hm.."
[18:36] Zoraia lei Vieland says, "Ah, hello, Sigmund."
[18:36] Zoraia lei Vieland says, "--Are we interrupting something? I'm mostly just... hanging around my usual haunt, so I suppose I can move."
[18:36] Zoraia glances around awkwardly.
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[18:37] Sigmund C.Grace says, "Today is a boring day. Perhaps I just feel moody."
[18:40] Zoraia lei Vieland says, "Everyone feels like that occasionally, Sigmund."
[18:40] Zoraia lei Vieland asks, "Would you like to do anything?"
[18:40] Sigmund C.Grace says, "Maybe a bit of patrolling around the parameters? "
[18:41] "I-.. I am a noble, but I'm also Justus." The girl retorted in a softened tone, as her crystal blue eyes shifted off to the side. "It's not like I'm bad." It's just how she's been raised. A very hard mold to break out of. To be humble and full of virtue.

Specially kind to those that were under her umbrella. It's just.. She had fear. She knew what ostracization really meant, being put somewhere else, away from people and their eyes. Just to be called on later for a certain purpose.

"I'm not strong yet, hardly." Justus exhaled softly, as she glances up at Caelum. "You'll soundlessly do a lot more than I can do." Justus finds herself uttering- after all. Caelum had always done so in the past, he merely wasn't accustomed to Justus and her synthesization of magic.
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[18:42] Zoraia lei Vieland says, "Mmm."
[18:42] Zoraia lei Vieland says, "Very well."
[18:50] "I really appreciate the praise, but this is your victory, princess; I don't know what you've been through or why you act that way. There could be a reason for it, but you do it to make yourself feel... I don't know."

Caelum shook his head; he didn't have a right to try and humble her at the moment.

"I've spent the first two years beating you, and now the tables have turned. You're a lot stronger, and I guess I'm the one slacking; I know you'll only get stronger from here, so keep up the good work."

Caelum finally looked back at her.

"I really to appreciate you."
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[18:53] Lips pushed out slightly to form a pout. It's very hard to believe for the princess. Why? Because SHE'S A SORE LOSER!

She completely understood the feeling of humiliation and the reaction it made people do because she's been through every single reaction all throughout her life. The victory felt bittersweet! Although, maybe she should savor such a moment.

"Well- that's why I'm here. To help you warm up. No slacking. Thank you for your... words. I appreciate you too, Caelum. A lot." Justus didn't really hold back her opinion of the boy, even if she normally would.

"This is just another game. Nothing serious- I do still expect you to protect me against the insane people that think they can harm me." Justus remarks with a sincere smile.
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[19:06] Caelum continued looking at her; He didn't say anything at first it was hard to hold back emotions like this. He tried his best not to let any of them show; finally he forced a smile on his face.

"I see, thank you princess I'm sure with your help I won't lose anymore or at the very least I can impress you." Caelum nodded. "I can only try, and hope I buy you enough time to escape a dangerous situation. Even I continue to lose if you aren't harmed it still a win in my book."

Caelum nodded.
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[19:07] Justus ras Petrakis says, "..Caelum."
[19:08] Justus ras Petrakis asks, "You can be honest.. you know that, right?"
[19:08] Caelum Alder says, "I know."
[19:09] Justus ras Petrakis asks, "You're not a loser, okay?"
[19:09] Caelum Alder says, "Okay, thank you princess."
[19:10] Justus slowly frowns. He's her first friend- she knew something changed a bit, but the princess slowly simmered in her silence before motioning off.
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[19:11] Caelum Alder says, "Have a good night."