Chapter 34: Savior (2)

Sinae paces the room, her eyes flicking to Trinity every few seconds. After a long silence, she finally speaks. "Trinity, I don't have enough standing in the gang to free you. They put me on guard duty, but they didn't give me a key or any way to remove those special shackles. They don't trust me much since I only joined a few months ago. I'm standoffish outside of doing what's asked of me. So naturally they aren't going to just hand me the keys just like that."

Trinity listens intently, sensing the frustration and helplessness in Sinae's voice. "So, they just left you to watch over me without any real authority? They really don't trust you at all then."

Sinae nods, her shoulders slumping. "Yeah. I feel bad and want to help you, but I'm not strong enough to do anything for you. I know I said all of that stuff before, but I'm still powerless."

Trinity takes a deep breath, considering her options. There's only one option that remains, but it's risky. "Sinae, I need to tell you about someone very important to me…my sister, Shi. When they knocked me out, they stole her amulet. Without it, I can't reach her, and she can't help us."

Sinae's eyes narrow with interest. "Your sister is in an amulet? The one your father killed?"

"Yes," Trinity explains. "Shi is a powerful spirit and Divine Weapon. If we can get the amulet back, I can summon her, and she'll be able to break these chains and save us both, I'm certain."

Sinae's mind races, considering the possibilities. "You really think she can get us out of here?"

"I know she can," Trinity replies firmly. "But I need your help to get the amulet. You mentioned you're a master thief and quick on your feet. Could you at least try to steal it back for me?"

Sinae hesitates, doubt flickering in her eyes. "Even if I could find it, they'd chain me up right next to you if they caught me. I don't know if I'm ready to risk that, they're honestly beasts."

Trinity leans forward, her expression earnest. "Sinae, I understand the danger. But think about it…if we succeed, we'll both be free. And more than that, we'll have a chance to change things, to take down the gang and restore some semblance of order. I intend to clean up guys like them."

Sinae's eyes soften as she meets Trinity's gaze. "Ok. I'll try. But no promises. If I get caught..."

"I know the risks," Trinity says gently. "But I believe in you. You're stronger than you think, Sinae, and you're not alone in this. I swear I won't betray or abandon you like the others did."

Sinae takes a deep breath, steeling herself. "Okay. I'll see what I can do. But you need to be ready. If I get that amulet, we won't have much time before they realize something's wrong."

Trinity nods, determination filling her eyes. "I'll be ready. Thank you, Sinae. I'll owe you."

Sinae gives a small nod before slipping out of the room, her footsteps silent and purposeful. Trinity watches her go, hope mingling with anxiety. She knows this is their best chance, but it's also a dangerous gamble. She prays that Sinae's skills will be enough to pull off this risky heist.

Hours seem to stretch into an eternity as Trinity lies on the raggedy bed, straining to hear any sign of Sinae's return. Every creak and distant murmur sets her on edge, her heart pounding with anticipation and fear. She fears her fate if she fails. Finally, the door creaks open, and Sinae slips back inside, her expression a mix of triumph and tension. In her hand, she clutches the amulet.

"I got it," she whispers, her voice shaky but determined. "Now what do we do to call for Shi?"

Trinity's eyes light up with relief and gratitude. "Bring it here. Hold it close to the shackles."

Sinae quickly moves to Trinity's side, holding the amulet close to the glowing chains. As she does, the amulet starts to shimmer, and a soft light emanates from it. Slowly, the chains begin to weaken, their glow fading. Trinity smiles, feeling the shackles loosen. "Thank you, Sinae. Now, step back." Sinae steps away, and the amulet pulses with energy. With a final surge of light, the chains shatter, freeing Trinity. She stands up, stretching her limbs and looking at Sinae with gratitude and determination. "Now," Trinity says, gripping the amulet tightly. "Let's end this."

With a focused expression, Trinity channels her energy into the amulet, summoning Shi. The air crackles with power as Shi's form materializes, her eyes glowing with fierce resolve. "Bastards!"

"Yeah, I'm pissed too Shi. Let's make these guys pay for messing with us. We need to transform for this. Are you ready?" Shi nods with determination and soon she simmers more brightly.

She begins to morph, her ethereal body condensing into a solid shape. Within moments, she transforms into a magnificent scythe, its golden blade gleaming with an ominous light.

Trinity grips the scythe tightly, feeling its power surge through her. She focuses, allowing the transformation to overtake her. Her eyes blaze with a black flame, her pupils darkening to a deep purple. A black leather skin suit clings to her body, and a cloak with a hood materializes, shrouding her in shadows. She has become the Death Reaper once again and is in battle mode.

With Shi in her scythe form, Trinity steps into the hallway, her movements swift and deadly. She moves through the various rooms of the apartment building, her scythe slicing through the air with lethal precision. Every sinner she encounters falls without a second thought, their cries of terror silenced by the swift arc of her blade. Trinity's heart pounds with adrenaline as she carves a path through the building, the dark energy of her transformation fueling her rage. She finally reaches a large, reinforced door at the end of a dimly lit corridor. Kicking it open, she steps into the room where the gang leader and his right-hand goon are waiting, obviously expecting her.

The leader, a hulking figure with cruel eyes and a sneer, stands ready, wielding a massive mace. His goon, smaller but no less deadly, holds a pair of jagged knives. Trinity wastes no time, charging at them with Shi's golden blade flashing. "I'll make you pay for stealing my Shi!"

The battle is fierce and while his goon has the spirit, Trinity and Shi make quick work of him. The gang leader swings his mace with brute force, each blow shaking the ground. Trinity dodges and counters with swift, precise strikes, her scythe cutting through the air like a whisper of death. The leader lunges at her from behind, but she pivots, slicing through his defenses with ease.

Despite her skill and ferocity, the fight takes its toll. Trinity can feel her strength waning as she parries another powerful blow from the gang leader. With a final, desperate swing, she manages to disarm him and drives Shi's blade into his chest. The leader collapses with a guttural cry, his eyes wide with shock. Falling to his knees, his final words are, "Don't think this's the end bitch."

Breathing heavily, Trinity steps back, her body trembling with exhaustion. She thinks the fight is over, but a sudden, searing pain shoots through her side. She turns to see a minotaur hellion, its massive form looming over her, a wicked grin on its face. "Why not take me on, if you can!"

Shi, badly damaged from the intense battle, can no longer maintain her form. She reverts back to her ethereal state, her light flickering weakly. "I'm sorry, Trinity," she whispers, her voice filled with pain. "I can't fight anymore." She flows back into the amulet, and its shine loses luster.

Trinity's heart sinks but forces a brave smile. "It's okay, Shi. You've done enough. Rest now."

Sinae, who has been watching from a safe distance, steps forward, her face etched with worry. "Trinity, let me help! I don't know how much I can do, but I grabbed these pistols, so I'll try-."

"No!" Trinity shouts, her voice firm. "Go find help. I'll hold them off. Just go find someone."

Sinae hesitates, torn between fear and loyalty. "But…." She doesn't want to run away this time.

"Go, now!" Trinity insists, her eyes blazing. She knows she's sending Sinae away not just for help, but to protect her from witnessing the brutal fight she expects to lose. It's for her sake.

Sinae nods reluctantly and runs off, leaving Trinity alone with the minotaur hellion. The beast charges at her, its horns lowered for a deadly strike. Trinity raises her arms, ready to fight to the end with her brute strength, but she's too weak to defend herself fully. "I think this is the end."

Just as she's about to give up, a powerful force intervenes. A mysterious warrior, wielding a greatsword, appears out of nowhere, cutting down the minotaur hellion with a single, decisive blow. The hellion roars in agony and collapses to the ground before dissolving, finally defeated. The warrior grunts, their muscles clearly defined uniformly on their body, yet they don't appear to be excessive. It's natural for the person's figure, which is surprisingly curvy and sculpted.

Trinity's vision blurs, her body giving out from exhaustion and injury. She tries to focus on the warrior, but darkness closes in. The last thing she sees is the silhouette of her savior, their features obscured by shadows. However, the last thing she hears is a short conversation.

"Once again, you've disobeyed my orders. I'm growing tired of your insubordination, Seleyn."

"Then you're free to punish me as you see fit. I simply couldn't stand by and watch her die in such a simple way." The husky voice becomes slightly deeper. "She hasn't paid what she owes."

"Fine, then your punishment is decided. You'll stay forever by her side…until the price is paid."