Chapter 11 - The Ark Of Just A Child (1/2)

”Oi! That is an unofficial nickname for me. Thanks to this damned thing,” grumbled Baldwin, pointing at Gillian.

”He did nearly kill you with his powers,” reasoned Gillian.

”Are you trying to brew another war between these two?” asked Ysabeau, nudging her husband.

”You'll find that children are the peacemakers of the Universe,” whispered Gillian, winking at his wife.

”He was upset, can't blame him,” replied Mavislin.

”Now's your turn, Angry Man. Do you hate her?”

”Of course not! She's never done anything to me!” exclaimed Baldwin, looking at the young girl.

”So why can't you guys live together?”

”I'm fine with anything, I want friends too...” murmured Mavislin.

”Just because the people before you had grudges, means that you have to hate them as well. The enemies of your ancestors are not your enemies. Everyone has their enemies and comrades. There's no reason to follow others,” explained Gillian.

”After all, she is just a child. All she wants are playmates and lots of plushies,” smiled Ysbeau.

Baldwin looked hesitant as he gazed upon the young Valkyrie. He had heard tales of the mighty race of the Valkyries born from the planet Valokia. Beings of pure light. Its authentic form was enough to destroy continents with a momentous step.

And now, with all the stories written down and legends told, a young child of the menacing race stood before him. The ultimate survivor, all alone. Then again, he was on the same page as her. No home, no family... Where could they possibly go?

Why was he so hesitant? Why was she so willing to forgive? Anyone in that situation would have been unable to deny the invitation the couple gave. And yet, Baldwin showed reluctance as he agreed on the terms.

”Now then, show 'em what you can do, little Mavis,” said Ysabeau, tousling the young girl's hair.

The adolescent child of Valokia went towards the window. The sun was about to let the moon take over its shift as the sky conveyed shades of red and orange. Mavislin's palms were opened as trails of Earth Elemental Energy were given from her fingertips and to the garden below.

In the span of a second, the lush green carpet around the building had bloomed several more patches of vibrant colors.

”So look's like someone has been training behind my back,” suggested Gillian, smirking. Mavislin offered an adorable smile and giggled as Gillian tickled her nose.

”Any idea how dangerous to place the both of us in the same house?” asked Baldwin, looking at Gillian directly.