Monday - 11:23 AM - Fortuna Castle After a long journey from Fortuna City to the mine caves, Nero was coming out to the mountain region but this time, he doesn't need to worry about any blizzard or high winds blowing across his face. He was standing in daylight a meter from the entrance back to the cave, wearing his more stylish clothing (Prototype costume), his Devil Breakers which includes six Rawhide's & two Buster Arms on his belt, Blue Rose and his trusty Red Queen sword. However, he wouldn't be alone as Crew Cut was next to him, only carrying the essentials including a Karambit lended to by Trish with a M224 Mortar and a spare Gerbera GP-01 Devil Breaker in a carrying bag but the look on the soldier's face was serious compared to the lad. CC:Nero don't get yourself injured, I can't guarantee I will protect you if we are apart. Nero was turning his face to Crew Cut, having a confused and irritated look which was a sign he didn't enjoy being underestimated. N:You seriously think I can't handle being on my own? I have the Devil Breaker Prototype, my revolver, a sword that can be charged manually, I have enough equipment to protect myself. Crew Cut turns to the young man and sighs, pointing his finger at him and appearing frustrated. CC:That is exactly why, you are becoming over-confident with what you have and leaving others out of it. Try thinking of having a group to watch over yourself. Nero made a frown and scoffed, feeling frustrated at the older individual telling him he's bragging about what's on him. N:That's not what I meant, I'm all about teamwork but...look let's just get a move on before anything else will slow us down. Nero walked forward as Crew Cut followed, they kept an eye out for anything as their feet made sounds on the ground below and there were no noises that something is nearby. The two came near the edge of the cliff which on their right was dangerously enclosed but still enough space to walk across. As they were coming near the castle, they found debris from the ruins ahead of them and looked at the mess the pillars created which was clearly not checked for months. They stopped at the stairs and Crew Cut was just in total shock at what he saw. CC:Your town surely has the worst kind of clean up, guess your military is as horrible from the news which is an example of this. Nero looked on his left and then at the drop that leads to the bridge into Fortuna Castle, having a guilty and ashamed look on his face, putting hands on his waist. N:Yeah The Order could've committed to their protection but we get a poorly maintained walkway, the people in my hometown try to fix the damage done but the abandoned locations like this were always left in the condition it is. Come, we got work to do. Nero hops down the platforms until he makes it down and Crew Cut just walks safely down the steps since he knows he isn't superhuman, both step forward to reach the Castle as they move gently and look all around to make sure nothing gets in their way. There is no signs of any demon so once the get to the door, Crew Cut turns around so Nero can check through the window before entering. CC:Nero, is there anybody inside behind these doors? Nero looks behind and sounds more defensive, having a serious look on his face. N:I Am Sure, I would see, hear or feel a presence inside if there wasn't but just in case...better get a weapon out before we enter because I am going to kick the door down which it is unlocked already. Crew Cut nods as he pulls out the foldable knife he was given and Nero pulls his Blue Rose which they keep a grip on as Nero counts from three. He then kicks down the door as they look out, holding their weapons for protection if someone or something pops out the room they are in. N:Hmm....looks safe. They move forward while keeping eyes out if any threat pops out so they walk to the right of the room towards the door, standing to be ready as there is no windows to look through but they look to each other before nodding. N:You sure you got enough protection? Because I don't want to have you in danger if something happens. The soldier sighs at the concerns before having a tighter grip on his weapon as he still appears calm. CC:Yes, I am a soldier afterall, I can improvise with things in the environment. Nero nods again before they get ready to open the door and move on so they both hear and see nothing in front of them. N:Let's keep moving. They both slowly walk forward, moving to their destignation. To Be Continued...