When school was over, Nik went by the pawn shop with the dagger that now had scratches. “It looked too used, so I rubbed sand on it I don’t want them getting the wrong idea”. He opened the door and walked in, the place was filled with all kinds of junk; Nik looked at some windchimes and figurines.

He gripped the dagger and went up to the counter as the women put down her magazine. "May I help ya kid?¨ Nik watched as the man went in the back of the store.

“How much can I get for this", he gave the dagger to the woman.

She observed it. "This dagger dates back to the Zahara dynasty...from a wealthy family, it’s one of many treasure that was lost years ago”. She gave a sly smile. "Since it’s scratched I can only give you 200 dollars at…," he swiped the dagger and ran out the shop towards the school.

"Maybe, Ms. Spinx can tell me more about this,” Nik looked up at the grey sky. “Actually, It's getting late I should head home.” He heard something and looked around, spotting a cat.

( Distant moment torn from time )

A heavy voice spoke. "What do you mean they were defeated?"

"Just as we reported your Majesty", said the royal guard.

The man clenched his fists. "Both of them?"

The guard lowered her head. "Indeed.”

He bellowed. "Send two more shapeshifters and a third one on lookout, at once!"

"Yes! King Mitus", the guard exited the throne room.