Chapter 374 - The Final Villain (2) (unedited) (2/2)
Gladiolus and I then charged towards Hector.
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(Alicia's POV)
I was holding the twins protectively in my arms while looking at Regaleon and Gladiolus engaging in battle against Hector. Looking at their current circ.u.mstances, they really are at a disadvantage. All of their attacks seems to be ineffective against Hector, while Gladiolus and Regaleon are getting a good beating from Hector's attacks.
My heart was thumping non stop since the fight began. Every time Regaleon took blows, my heart clenched in pain. I was feeling powerless, knowing that I cannot even help them. I have thought of going there and joining the fight but I decided against it because I know full well that my magic powers are also depleted after giving birth. Also my physical strength has not yet come back fully. I will be only a hindrance to them in the fight. I clenched my fists hard because of the helplessness I was feeling. Then I felt warm hands holding my closed fists.
”Do not loose hope Alicia.” It was Anatalia who was holding my hand. ”Have courage, for Regaleon and your children.”
”Hmm.” I nodded. Her words gave me the boost I needed.
It is true that I needed to be brave, now that I am a mother of these two beautiful children. As a mother, I needed to protect them. I also believe that Regaleon will do his best to protect us.
I looked at the twins I was holding safely in my arms. They were still crying, feeling the danger near us. But I was surprised to see the male twin starting to emit a faint glow.
”What is the matter, my dear?” I stroke his forehead trying to feel his temperature.
When I touched him directly, I can feel magic starting to surge inside me. I was amazed with the power I was receiving.
”Do you want to help your father?” It was like I can understand his inner most thoughts.
The male twin looked directly into my eyes and started to hold in his sobs. It was like he was telling me he wants to help.
”Anatalia, can you please hold on to her for me for a while?” I asked.
”O-Of course.” Anatalia agreed but had a questioning face towards me. ”But, what are you planning to do?” She asked while taking the female twin.
”This little one wants to help his father.” I replied as I stood up.
I can feel the power that I was getting from my son. I am now sure that the male twin was the reincarnation of the Almighty One, feeling his magical powers. I walked towards where the three were fighting. In my every step, my son started to glow even brighter.
I saw Gladiolus and Regaleon not far but in a very beaten state. Their magic armor was nullified and their bodies are filled with cuts and bruises. Their clothes were tattered and their breathing was becoming heavier as time passes by. They were not in good shape.
”Is that all the king of Grandcrest and the crown prince of Jennovia can do? Hahaha!” Hector laughed mockingly. ”And to think you two had royal blood running thru your veins. If you look at yourselves now, you two looks pathetic and weak.” His body was emitting a dark golden glow that felt ominous.
”My dear, can you help them?” I asked while holding my son near me and kissing his cheek.
As if replying to my questions, his little arms stretch out and held my cheek. His little gesture put a smile in my face. His little body started to glow a warm golden light. The light radiated towards Regaleon and then Gladiolus.
”W-What is this?” Gladiolus looked at his body glowing with light golden light. ”I can feel my magic power charging up.”
”Not only is it coming back, I can feel a boost of power coming inside of me.” Regaleon said and looked back. He saw me holding our son in my arms. ”Alicia…”
”It is this little one's doing.” I replied with a smile.
”I see.” Regaleon smiled sweetly towards us. ”Thank you my son. With this, I can protect you, your sister and your mother.” He stood up with determination in his eyes.
”Thank you, chosen one.” Gladiolus said and stood up.
Not long, Tempest and Virgil in their animal forms came and changed into their sacred beast forms in an instant.
”Master, we are ready.” Both of them said in unison.
”You know what to do?” Regaleon asked Gladiolus.
”Yes, your son showed it to me.” Gladiolus replied.
After that, a blinding light soon appeared and enveloped both the bodies of the masters and the familiars. The blast was strong that smoke blew away. I conjured a magical barrier to protect Anatalia and my daughter, while my body was enclosed with the golden light that protected me and my son from the blast.
”Thank you little one.” I smiled towards the little one in my arms and he smiled back.
When the smoke cleared, I saw Regaleon and Gladiolus were now merged with their familiars. Their bodies were blazing with their magical attributes. I can feel that they have powered up and are now in par with Hector.
”How amusing is this? Hahaha.” Hector laughed out loud. ”Such power coming from that little baby. I cannot wait to get my hands on him.”