Chapter 61 - 61: Identity (2/2)

”My Lord, having unfounded worries are not healthy. Little Eu is a capable person, and you have to trust her more.” Jairu said, hoping to put his heart at ease.

Jairu inwardly sighs as he realized why the girl refrains the Divine Lord from knowing her movements. He is much more of worrywart than him.

Jairu decided to change the topic and report another incident to the Divine Lord instead. Jairu knew he is worried, but he must look at these pressing matters as well.

The Divine Lord sighs as he listens to his report. The Shadows are no longer hesitating to display their capabilities.

They are skirmishing nearby small villages towards them. They don't need to gloat, but they did.

The Shadows Master is indeed narcissistic as he brags his capabilities. No one can stop him from achieving his goals.

The Divine Lord Foeni summons all the guards at his disposal. Based on their movements, they intend to attack the Limes Temple.

They have to prepare themselves and need to prevent them from progressing further than they already have.

”Do you wish to ask for assistance from the Border? I am sure Aryen and the others could help...” Jairu suggested.

The Divine Lord gave it a thought.

The temple only has less than five hundred men, and they still need to divide their forces. They can't leave the temple unguarded after all.

”No need, but please request them to stand by. Just in case things get out of hand.” The Divine Lord ordered.

Jairu understood his intention. The enemy might be using them as bait to lure out their forces too, and he can't risk it.

His men are more than enough as well, thanks to Little Eu. Their abilities have genuinely improved since they listened to Eu's training suggestions.

It was midday when Eu arrived at the Temple Grounds and noticed the tense atmosphere. She can only assume they are aware of the impending threat that is on its way.

Her lips slightly curved up. She is glad everyone is already preparing for this inevitable scenario.

Still, it doesn't mean she hasn't prepared for countermeasures as well. She simply won't let them have their way as long as she is around.

Eu heads straight to the study and meets up with Captain Jairu and the Divine Lord Foeni. Both men are busy devising a plan when she came in.

”Sorry for being late. I was held back a little on my way back.” Eu said as she enters the room.

”Eu...” the Divine Lord said he approaches her.

He quickly locked the young girl into his embrace and felt her warmth. He still feels apologetic from the incident days ago.

”Aren't you being too melodramatic? We just haven't seen for a couple of days...” Eu chuckles and taps his back.

”Welcome back, and I am sorry for always acting like a jerk. I am always thankful you are here as well...” he murmurs.

Eu sighs at his heartwarming confessions. Still, if they are not facing urgent matters, she will indulge him too.

”My Lord, I'm deeply flattered, but...” Eu started.

The Divine Lord reluctantly let her go with a satisfied smile on his face. He just wanted to express his feelings, and he doesn't need her response.

”Yes, I know. I just wanted to tell you. I forgot to tell you last time…” the Divine Lord interrupted her. He offered his hand as he continues, ”Shall we…?”

Deep inside, he recalls that despondent world without her. Just imagining a world without this girl, and regretting every day he didn't tell her his feelings is heartbreaking.

Meanwhile, Di'Anon is hiding around a secluded corner in Bordertown. He will meet up later with everyone after everything has settled down. He assumes they are busy dealing with their matters as well.

He is holding a strand of Noite's silver hair while his eyes glow in crystal blue. He carefully examines it as he casts a spell to reveal the person's identity.

The strand of hair glows before white spirit flames engulfed it. He gathered the specks and encased in a crystal ball where he secures the information.

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Noite and his older brother are from the small Kingdom of Lunaria. It was later known as the Kingdom of Hellios, Central of the Nether Realm.

In the beginning, his older brother has some issues. He was young, hot-headed, arrogant, and impulsive.

Later, he matured as a wise ruler and made up for everything. He took over govern ship from his father and ruled justly on their territory.

Those were the peaceful age.

The brothers fought alongside Lady Emilia during that fateful battle. One serves as a faithful Knight, and the other was a formidable ally.

Meness has always been a gifted man, and his swordsmanship remained unrivaled.

Lord Meness of Hellios and his younger brother, Noite, are inseparable in achieving great feats. These two were hailed as well celebrated heroes during the Age of Change.

The Silver-Haired Heroes.

If so, what happened?

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