Plundering in the Apocalypse

Shin and Alice, we're traveling via air. Shin wanted to master his use of Gravity control to fly as fast as he can. With his reserves of mana. It was quite possible.

'At first, using reverse gravity to fly sure felt weird. Rather than flying it was more like falling. But, I think I am getting used to it.' Shin thought as he dodged the buildings in front of him. His maneuvering skills were pretty good.

Shin was using both Gravity control and Shadow Veil at the same time. 'Although these skills are lower ranked they are very useful. In the future, I won't hesitate to increase their rank.'

Shortly after both of them landed near a cafe. This place was a little far from the MSR colony. But still in the Northern sector.

"Is this the place?" Alice asked.

"Yes, we will meet them in the cafe," Shin replied as he put Alice on her feet.

"Who are those people?" Alice asked curiously as she was still in dark.

"You know the three people we met inside the Canopy dungeon."

"Are... Are you talking about that group of two girls and a guy?" Alice's words were shaky. She didn't want to believe it. No this can't happen.

"You remembered. Yes them."

As Shin finished his words. Alice went silent. She was in utter shock and disbelief.

While in shock she followed after Shin and entered the cafe.

There she met those people. At the table in the corner, three people were sitting seemingly waiting for someone.

Shin immediately went towards them followed by Alice.

The girl on the left with blue hair and blue eyes was Selene Fred, 23 years old this year, Ability Water Elementalist (A).

She was a strong-willed woman and also held a protective nature for the people close to her. The same could be said for her comrades. So she would have been a great addition to the guild.

The green-haired girl with emerald eyes next to her was Marine Scott, she is the same age as Selene. Her ability is Plant Elementalist (A).

Although she is quite timid but also very courageous.

Next to her was a bulky-looking man named Alex. His build was bulkier than Simon's. Although his ability is only a C rank, Body Defence. He would be useful for the guild as a tanker.

Shin wanted to bring all of them to the guild. He was a little uncertain about Alex. But he contacted his regardless. He can't let personal matters affect this kind of decision.

'The last time we met him, I think he had a crush on Alice.'

(Yes, that was Shin's misconception.)

'If he decides on letting it go. I would like to have him on the team.'

Alice's mind was in chaos.

'Why is it them?'

'I can't lose Shin.'

'I have to protect him at all costs.'

It was not Selene or Marine, Alice was angry at. She knew very well, that they won't be a problem. The real pain is Alex Wetland.

She can't let Shin get close to him.

(Yes, Alex had a thing for Shin. But he had his heart broken when he saw Alice was close to him.)

"Hello, guys, sorry for the delay." Shin arrived at the table and greeted them.

Selene stood up and greeted them.

"No, we didn't wait long. Take a seat please." Marine was quite timid but she was still about to hold a normal conversation with them. As they were acquainted already and Shin had saved their life.

"... Good to see you guys," Marine uttered in a soft voice.

"Nice to see you too," Shin replied warmly.

"Hey," Alice getting was short as she glared at Alex with a serious look.

Alex felt a little awkward under Alice's stare. He has a feeling that Alice knew about his intentions toward Shin.

Although he got his heartbroken before. When Shin messaged him. He thought he might have a chance now. Guess, it was not so easy.

Shin had a feeling Alex was a little awkward.

'Haah, I can kinda understand. His crush is sitting in front of him. But she is my lover. I pity him. But he needs to get over it.'

Shin had a look of understanding on his face. Selene and Marine were watching everything unfold in front of their eyes. They had a feeling something was very wrong with Shin's look but they didn't bother correcting it.

It's not their business to meddle.

"Hey, Alex," Shin uttered.

Alex awkwardly glanced at him and managed to reply.

"Hello."

Shin sighed thinking, 'He needs time to get over it.'

"Okay guys, as you all know everything from the message I send. I have made a guild and would like to recruit you guys." Shin didn't beat around the bush and explained his intentions.

"The offer you sent was quite good, to be honest, I also got recruited by a few other guilds. Their offer was good too, some might even be better but, you have saved our lives and I am certain following you would be a lot better. At least I can put my trust in you without any worries." Selene had decided on this the moment Shin had messaged her. Also, this decision would change her fate. For better or worse it's still unknown.

"So, I would love to join the Astros guild." With Selene agreeing to join, Shin got a dependable member for the guild.

Selene turned to look at Marine, as she urged her to say her mind.

"Go on, just say it," Selene whispered to Marine.

With his keen hearing, Shin also heard. Now he had a good feeling about it.

"I-I know... I-l am very shy around people... I can't express myself easily around others. But I know if I miss this chance I'll regret it. Please let me join." Marine expressed her desire to which Shin was overjoyed.

To be honest, Shin had a memory of Marine and Selene in Leonard's future. Both of them had great achievements. They were not only good combatants. But with their abilities Water Elementalist and Plant Elementalist. They made many wonderful discoveries.

With the ability of Plant Elementalist, Marine was a herb specialist. With Selene's support who had Water Elementalist. They created many potions. The guild they joined in the future made its name on Selene and Marine's influence.

Too bad they died at the hands of a criminal organization. To whom even Leonard didn't dare to join.

'Now that I think about it they must have already started their groundwork. If only I have some clue about that.' Shin's thoughts returned.

'Anyway, now that they are on my side. I won't let them die. They will surely be very helpful.'

Alice also smiled at Selene and Marine. She also believed having them was a good idea. She knew Shin must have thought something when he decided to bring them in.

But that's not important now. She was worried whether Alex would join them. Because if he dares to have any thoughts about Shin. She won't show mercy.

Alex felt a cold chill in his spine. He felt that if he makes any mistake, he would die.

Now that both Selene and Marine had agreed to join. Everyone's attention turned to Alex waiting for his answer.

"I-I-I.." Alex was sweating profusely not daring to say anything strange. He felt danger looming over him.

Alice's pupils were red as she was sitting elegantly and waiting for Alex's answer.

"I am... not sure." As Alex finished his sentence. He felt the sword around his neck move a little away.

Shin had a look of understanding. 'I was right, he is very awkward.'

"Alex, listen to me," Shin said.

Alex's attention shifted to him instantly. 'Sure enough, I like him very much.'

Alex thought inwardly but didn't dare say anything out loud.

"There are times in life. You don't get what you want. Not because you haven't tried hard enough or you don't deserve it. It's because fate has something else decided for you. So don't let some loss let you down. Your fate must have something else in store for you." Shin's words made Alex cry.

He never thought he would hear something like this from Shin.

'Was that an indirect rejection? Sure enough, he knew about my feelings and comforted me with those words.'

'Don't be kind to me when you reject me.'

*Sob*

"Do you understand?" Shin asked with a gentle smile.

"Yes, I will wait for the right time," Alex uttered while stopping his tears.

The girls saw everything with a dumfounded expressions. They could understand what to think of this.

Shin was oblivious to everything but still managed to turn everything in his favor. What kind of skill was that?

Although Alice didn't like the fact that Alex would also join. But after Shin's rejection, she was certain Alex won't have any thoughts.

'I guess, I won't need to punish him. He already got a very severe punishment.'

'He got his heart broken.'

Alex wiped his eyes and resolved himself.

"Although my wish won't come true. Please let me join your guild, so I can stay by your side and serve you."

"Um-hm. Huh?" Ship raised his eyebrows.

"What?"