Chapter 47 - 47: The Stranger (1/2)

Two weeks have passed since that eventful night. The Divine Lord Foeni stays at Limes Temple to probe and investigate the issue.

How did the Shadows and their Master enter Mystic Spirit Realm?

Technically, infiltrating another realm is impossible. It will require plenty of time to instill hostiles undetected.

Then again, he remembers what the Grand Elder Enoch once said years ago.

'What is the use of hiding if they already knew where we are?'

Sudden chills run to his spine. How deep and complicated is this issue?

What are they really trying to achieve from annihilating an entire Oracle Clan?

Who is after them?

Again, what is the Oracle Clan hiding?

The answers he seeks remains elusive, despite all the information in front of him. He can only assume he is missing more pieces to discover the truth.

Meanwhile, the Holy Guardian Lords has finally gotten used to the tasks in Arcane Palace. It may look like an impossible feat, but working together definitely helps to get the job done.

Then again, they wonder, how did the Divine Lord Foeni do it alone? He is such a miracle worker.

On the other hand, even Gwyddien has gotten used to Arcane Palace protocols. It might sound difficult at first, but his background as the Divine Witch Circe's apprentice helped him to cope up with them.

He smiles at the thought of moving to Mystic Spirit and leave the Middle Realm permanently. After all, everyone shuns him there.

He sighs as he remembers the Divine Witch Circe. How can he betray his Mistress?

On the other hand, Eu has recuperating properly. After all, there is nothing to worry about aside from her exhaustion.

All she needs is a good rest and decent meals.

The Divine Lord and Lumina monitor her nutrition as both added herbs to aid in replenishing her depleted strength. Unfortunately, these two are terrible in the kitchen.

Despite that, Eu decided to indulge them and eat whatever they prepare.

How can she ignore their efforts?

Not to mention, the battle might look intense from afar, but she exerted little effort to defeat that man. He was quickly intimidated by her mere presence.

With her perfect counters, every blow became intense. It was thanks to his impulsive behavior that everything went well on her end.

During her recuperation, Lumina scolded her for her recklessness and failing to take care of herself properly. She was there witnessing this girl exert herself to the extreme.

How can she skip meals and not sleep just to accomplish everything? Even though she knew the task's importance, it is still unacceptable!

Eu can only smile as she looks at the cuddly beast reprimanding her. She can only concede to everything and promise she won't do it again next time.

The night is deep.

The evening brings a cold breeze as the change of seasons begins. Winter roses will start blooming as the temperate continues to drop.

Meanwhile, Eu sneaks out of her quarters to observe the clear starry sky. The moon is not very bright and on waning crescent, and its a pleasant time to stargaze.

”Brother Ravi, what are you doing here? It is quite late…” Eu quizzically asked.

She didn't expect to meet him that night in the Temple rooftop terrace. He seems to linger there for quite some time now.

”Yes, indeed, it is quite late, so why are you still awake?” he chuckles.

He thought this young girl is already fast asleep and in the middle of a dream. He even tucks her to bed and ensures she is resting well.

”The stars shine brighter at this hour. I can see the things I wanted to see. Then I find the courage to step forward for another day.” Eu truthfully responded.

She conveys her thoughts with a tinge of sadness on her tone. Though, she masked it with a soft chuckle and a smile.

”What do you see exactly?” Ravikanth inquired.

”Why do you want to know? There is really no fun knowing, 'everything that is about to come…'.” she chuckles.

She looks up and raises her hand as she reached the sky. Eu waves her hand and removes the clouds that block her view.

”What are your plans, Eu?” Ravikanth asked as he looks away.

”There tons of things that need your attention. Why are you focusing on me, Divine Lord?” Eu turns to him as she casts a sad smile.

”Is it wrong to focus on you? To think of you?” he responded as he continues, ”Besides, you are overthinking...”

He looks directly at her beautiful amethyst eyes and her long dark lashes framing her eyes. He can't help marvel them.

”Am I?” she chuckles and continues, ”Well then, focus my dear Lord.”

She inwardly sighs as she hides behind a smile, and then thought.

'Please, focus…'

”I am leaving tomorrow, and that is all you wanted to tell me is 'Focus?'” Ravi chuckled.

He can't believe this young girl. He is telling his feelings, and she wanted him to focus on something else.

Ravikanth can't help having a tinge of sadness in his voice. He is starting to feel dejected.

She leaned in to plant a light, gentle kiss on his cheek and chuckles.

”Well, then. Goodnight and take care, Brother Ravi.”

Before he could say anything else, Eu has teleport herself and disappeared. She left the thunderstruck Ravikanth alone in the cold, still sitting in the hedge.

He is awestruck on the little girl's sudden attack. It required him a long time before recovering from it.

”Silly girl. You just told me to focus and not think of you. How can I even do that now?” he is holding his cheek and quite flushed and embarrassed.

At his age, he can't believe someone can make him feel that kind of teenage love sensation. He can barely describe his feelings.