"You can't live inside the palace, Aiden!"
King Ellios looked at his youngest son with a frighteningly cold gaze. However, instead of trying to make the boy fear him, he was simply trying to hide the panic he had been struggling to hide since his son's birth.
"Wh ... why Father?" Aiden stared at him. The only question that can represent how he feels right now is just why and how?
In life, humans will always be forced to make difficult choices, including even a king. For years hoping for the birth of a son who will inherit the kingdom and when he got it, at the same time he had to give up the woman he loved so much to go away forever.
To give birth to a devil means to be prepared to sacrifice your life. The little boy who stood with wet eyes in front of him, was silent as he began to feel that suffering was about to begin.
"You can't coexist with humans, Aiden. You can kill and cause catastrophe!"
"Bu ... but I don't want to kill anyone, Father!" L
"Aiden ... Aiden, are you sleeping?"A woman's voice sounds soft, making dreams about his past come to an end. Aiden opened his eyes, the beautiful black haired girl's face was right in front of him."What are you doing here?" asked Aiden who lifted his head slowly from the pillow. The scent was gone, completely imperceptible. Whereas before that the smell was everywhere, especially in this small room."I'm here to see you, is that wrong? I'm supposed to be with you after all, right?""Ugh ..." pain attacked his head. Aiden grimaced in pain, it had been a long time since he had last felt this pain. But lately, this really annoying pain has started to come back."Are you okay? do you want me to make medicine for you? Father gave me a very effective medicine to relieve your pain. It seems like I already know that you will show the same symptoms as then!""Tch, shut up and go! leave me alone!""Why do I have to go when my place is with you? did
Nathania tried to strengthen her heart when she realized that there would be no chance for her to escape from this place. Especially, when her eyes and ears were constantly praised by the Lithonian people who loved her.Nathania swallowed hard once again, while puffing out her chest and getting ready to face an opponent whose body was much bigger than her. Prince Keith who saw the courage in her eyes, smiled again with the same intent. Looked lightly at the frail and useless prince before him."I don't know, how would someone like you lead such a huge empire like this? I thought, you received a bad fate!""You, have been looking at me like that? don't you know who I am?" Nathania spoke aloud in order to muster up what remained of her courage."Oh yeah? so, you really want to be embarrassed, huh? ok, I'll follow your wishes!" he said as he raised his sword with the eagle's gaze."Damn! looks like he seriously wants to attack me, I'm dead!" her mind strug
"Will Prince Nathan be all right?" asked Judy who was getting anxious seeing Nathania who continued to receive repeated attacks from her opponent.Besides her, Owen, Joan and Rupert also felt the same way. They have been friends for more than five years and have never seen Nathania in such a state of threat."Prince Nathan will definitely be all right!" Owen said sadly. Judy, Joan and Rupert immediately turned and looked at him."Why are you so sure? you see for yourself the prince's opponent is very strong, his swordplay is on par with the main warrior of the kingdom!" Joan who disagreed, immediately interrupted. In his observations now that this fight took place 15 minutes ago, the only one who carried out the attack was Prince Keith, while Nathania only dodged to save herself."Tch, it turns out I really have no choice but to become his personal bodyguard!""You keep saying that! who do you want to protect Prince Nathan from? from that person over th
"I don't know, why does it feel like my body can't be moved? It doesn't hurt, it's more like numbness. Yes, I can't feel anything anymore. Am I dead? Is this like death?""Nathania ... Nathania ... wake up, Nathania!""Who? who called me? who was there?""Nathania, wake up! what's happening, Nathania?""Haaah ...?"Nathania immediately opened her eyes as a dazzling light seemed to drag her from a very dark place. Her body shivered, cold sweat running down her forehead and neck."Nathania?" asked Nathan who was standing by the bed."Na ... than?" she muttered in a faint voice. Seeing Nathan's face, Nathania lifted her head slowly even though the pain in her body made her grimace at once."Ugh ...""What are you doing? you don't have to get up, just lie down!" Nathan said as he helped his sister lie down again.Nathania felt very dizzy and nauseous, the world seemed to spin very fast every time she tried to move. Nathan frown
All the fear spreading in this room carried a bad feeling about the catastrophe that might happen in the future. After all, the Lithonia ancestors strongly opposed any form of cooperation with demons, whatever the reason.For thousands of years the devil has been the main enemy of mankind and the Great Gods have fought against demons and locked them in the bowels of the earth and the only devil who has managed to get out of that cage is the demon king, Diavolos.King Roderick seemed to understand their restlessness, because in the history of Lithonia there had been several battles with demons. The only one who can suppress their tremendous power is the king of Lithonia as the owner of divine power."The meeting this time we close here!" said the King as he got up from his throne. However, it seemed that the meeting without producing a solution was not what they had hoped for."Yo ... Your Majesty, is there nothing we can do to prevent the worst?" asked Count
With a suspicious gaze, Sheera stepped over to her and studied her at a closer distance. Nathania trembled even more, even though she herself didn't know what would happen if her identity became known."I don't know who you really are, but I won't let you get close to Aiden by causing him more pain!""I really don't know what you're saying! I didn't do anything to him, really!""Go!""Bu ... but, I ...""I told you, don't ever come to this forest again! you seem stubborn, huh?""But, I promised him that I would come ...""Go! Aiden isn't here, he's gone!""Go where?""To the blessing ceremony. Do you understand now? If you still don't understand, I'll kill you!""I ... I'll go! see you!" Nathania immediately left after receiving threats.With brisk strides, Nathania traversed the forest towards the entrance to the place where Boni was waiting for her."Blessing ceremony? what does that mean? did Aiden return to
Nathania was touched to hear what Kenneth said to her and when her head was rubbed gently like that, for some reason her feeling was much calmer. As if there was magic filling her head.Kenneth smiled gently, trying to convince Nathania that she had done everything she could to make everyone proud of her. Although not everyone can appreciate her efforts, Kenneth is different. Yes, he is different."Thank you, Kenny ...""Do you feel touched? I just want you to know, that you are very valuable. So, you don't need to feel inferior just because you can't be the best yet. Because from the start, The Crown Prince Of Lithonia is the best!" Kenneth chuckled. It seems that he has done his job as a teacher very well.Nathania's sadness was much less, she did not think that she would receive encouragement from a teacher who she did not like so much because she was too strict and disciplined. However, it seems that the good relationship is already going on without Natha
Owen took a deep breath and exhaled slowly. After Captain Gavin finished his speech, it seemed that the would-be soldiers were feeling increasingly uneasy about their success rate in the last test.Around him, Owen saw so many strong and talented people who made him feel that he was not worthy of competition. The words that Joan said at that time came back into his mind."Do you think you can competing with all of them? do you think you are that strong?""Tsk, damn! why did I hear that bastard? he's just jealous because his body is not as strong as mine. No, I can definitely pass the test this time too, I'm sure!" he thought.Meanwhile, Nathania who visited headquarters today can't wait to meet Owen and tell him what to say, just as Kenneth told her."I'm going to the toilet first!" she said who suddenly stopped walking in the middle of the corridor. The two soldiers who were guarding her immediately stopped walking."I will escort Your Majesty!"
Nathania and Keith were silent for a moment, trying to guess what really happened to Aiden. They knew, just because Aiden didn't seem to be chasing them anymore didn't mean they were completely safe. Who will know what will happen next?"Alright, we have no choice but to go in and find out what's really going on!" Keith said. His eyes glanced into the cave which looked very dark from the outside. Yet he had a hunch that they would find answers to the questions that were running through their heads.Seeing Keith's earnestness, Nathania realized that she had to be strong. Even though her little heart still couldn't accept that the sacred treasure had disappeared, she had no choice but to examine it herself."Okay, come on!" She said confidently.They stepped cautiously into the cave, through the eerie darkness. The cave was completely dark as they had expected, but as they stepped further in, a bright blue light began to clearly fill the cave which looked l
"Is it true?" Keith smiled. Seeing Nathania who was so worried about him. Somehow it made him very grateful that he survived.Keith gripped Nathania's hand tightly, the pounding in his chest made him believe that there was still hope for his love to be reciprocated. However, compared to his passionate love, the desire to save the world was much greater, seeing the earnestness in Nathania's eyes.They had been running for 30 minutes and there was no sign of Aiden chasing them. Seeing Nathania's very pale and exhausted face, Keith thought that they should rest, especially since the sky was getting dark."Are you okay?" Keith asked. He stopped in his tracks. Beside him, Nathania was panting with cold sweat running down her body.Nathania nodded, she tried to force herself even though her body was pushing her to give up and rest."I... I'm fine! There's no need to worry!""You're not fine, we should rest now!" Keith pulled her hand towards the r
"Ugh... I can't walk anymore!" Nathania sat limply, after walking through the dense forest to find the cave.She knew from the start that it was impossible to catch up with Aiden, she was too timid to fight him. Although she had intended to use her power. However, considering the risk that would arise from her inability to control her powers, Nathania gave up.Keith had fought, fought with all her might and even sacrificed her own life to get her to this place and now, again she was taking on the role of a useless loser."Hiks ..." tears welled up in her eyes. She hated herself so much. Whenever bad luck happened to her, she would definitely blame herself for having to live by taking on such a huge role like this. Being a savior is not her dream, being a world hero should not be her responsibility. However, she was forced to do all of this."Nathan ... why? why?"Nathania was tight in her chest, the pain she was trying to endure. Nathan's face, Kei
Aiden arrived in front of a large cave. His eyes glanced at the holy scroll he had snatched from Keith and opened it to confirm that he was really in front of the cave where the shrine was."Right, this is the place!" he thought. Aiden stepped slowly into the mouth of the dark cave.When his feet just set foot into the cave, he was greeted by small glowing creatures flying in the cave. The light from their bodies brightened the dark cavern and the blue crystals that filled the walls and ceiling of the cave looked extremely sparkling.Aiden was sure that he was one step away from the divine treasure. Freeing himself from Diavolos' curse, that was his goal. Aiden knew that his mind and soul had been controlled, therefore it was impossible for him to resist Diavolos' wishes."You see? just a step away, that way you can be as free as you want!" he said."Aiden, you are truly amazing! I've been waiting for this moment for so long and only you can make i
Nathania jumped down the cliff by relying on the vines as a handle to keep her from falling."Sraaakkk...""Aaagh..." Her feet slipped on the damp ground. Nathania fell several meters before her feet landed on the ground."Ugh..." She winced as she fell to the ground. This is really bad, her legs are too sore to move. If she didn't find the cave quickly, then Aiden would definitely catch up with her.Nathania got up slowly with pain all over her body. She could not believe that she would dare to jump from up there without a rope or preparation, just relying on the plants and trees around her."Damn, my leg hurts so bad! How is it? If I don't find the cave soon, Aiden will find it first!" She thought. Nathania looked up, trying to watch for any sign of Aiden's presence.She didn't know if Keith was currently still fighting against Aiden and was buying time like he said? however, the outburst made her unsure that Keith would be okay. Nathania
“Do you think I and the other ministers are allowed to hide or run away? You are wrong to think that we are that selfish. It's true, there are so many selfish people who will definitely save themselves, I think it's only natural. If I could, I also wanted to run away and get out of here, getting my family as far away as possible so we could be safe. I don't care if you all have to die to buy time until help arrives. Yes, that's if I become part of the selfish people. But unfortunately, the King asked me and all the ministers, state officials and nobles to stay in our house and not leave our people. The king does not want to sacrifice his people, if someone has to be sacrificed to buy time, then we are the ones! In fact, the king sacrificed the son he loved so much to find the divine treasure alone, all for the safety of everyone. Prince Nathan must be struggling, fighting against enemies who also want the sacred treasure. This morning, the soldiers had prepared with their swords and
Headquarters, Kingdom of Lithonia “An eclipse has appeared, Your Majesty! Will Prince Nathan be able to find the island in time?” asked Advisor William who was standing a row behind the king who was about to begin his speech. In the center of the headquarters field, King Roderick Zafeiri stood in front of thousands of Lithonian soldiers to give enthusiasm and hope to the soldiers and youths who volunteered to join the emergency army considering that they were currentlyo somewhat in the midst of the threat of the rise of the demons. “Good afternoon the proud soldiers of Lithonia! As we all witness together, the solar eclipse has come bringing hope to all mankind. Today, we are faced with so many very tough tests, forcing us to be patient and endure until we can get through them all. Believe that help is drawing near! Never lose hope. Thanks to God being with us, we will definitely win!” Tears
Keith sat in front of the bonfire, keeping watch all night to make sure Nathania could rest for the night. Nathania lay beside him and seemed to be fast asleep. Meanwhile, Aleah who was lying beside Nathania continued to observe Keith. She couldn't sleep, let alone seeing Keith stand guard alone like that. Aleah got up and walked over to Keith, she took a seat beside Keith and sat quietly. Her eyes did not leave Keith, she felt this was a good opportunity to get closer to this young manThe night beforeKeith glanced at Aleah, he knew what women wanted. Even though Aleah just kept quiet and didn't do anything, it still annoyed Keith."What are you doing? why don't you sleep?" asked Keith curtly. His rude and cold attitude only made Aleah even more attracted to him.Aleah shifted her seat position until she was right next to Aiden. She smiled seductively as she puffed out her chest, wishing Keith's ey
The killer whales took them to a small island with tall trees and white sand all around it. "Thank you for helping us! Goodbye!" said Keith. The killer whales swam away after their task was done. "Thank you! See you later...!" Nathania waved her hand. She felt very grateful to them. Their bodies were drenched and their trees had nothing to help them survive this cold night. Keith took off his wet shirt and hung it out on the coconut tree stuff. Aleah who accidentally saw Keith's beautiful body, felt very embarrassed, but on the one hand, she felt very grateful to Keith and also Nathania for helping her so far. "Tha ... thank you so much! I really don't know what will happen to me if you don't help me!" She said. She smiled happily and her eyes immediately fell on Keith who wasn't too interested in her. "You don't need to thank's. Right, Keith?" Na