Chapter 118 (1/2)

I was puzzled by the unexpected words. The power of the wind, did she mean...?

[Alexus and I were very close thanks to Aiolos, so he used to bring me delicious windflower dishes.]

“...I see.”

I faintly remembered. Prometheus’ memories were sparse of the time when birds bit at him but there were such memories.

[I was sad when I heard that Aiolos had died. It was impossible for spring to come because the wind of revival couldn’t be applied. At that time, I was scolded a lot by the other gods.]

Huera had a sulky expression when she was reminded of that time. However, this wasn’t the important thing.

“Why is Alexus’ power of the wind here?”

Perhaps it happened when Prometheus was in so much pain from his liver being eaten that he passed out. Otherwise, the situation didn’t make sense now.

[Alexus wanted to leave memories of his time with Aiolos. I remember that at that time, Aiolos didn’t want to revive.]

I nodded. “That’s right. Aiolos didn’t want to revive. He wanted to be by Flora’s side.”

[I remember. She was a very pretty child. He brought her here once. Is she well?]

“...She’s dead. Still, I’m sure she is doing well in the Cradle of the Stars with Aiolos.”

[I see. Thank you for letting me know. I should go play with them later.]

The Cradle of the Stars—it was a place where the souls of dead stars lived. It was a new dimension of space called the ‘Star Flow System’ and was also known as the tomb of the stars. Unlike the Underworld where humans went after death, this was literally a space for the stars.

Remus was a constellation and he would probably be there. Take note, there were two ways to get to the Star Flow System. One was to go through the Underworld and the other...

“You’ll be in trouble if you go to the Kronos Gate.”

[You are well aware of the circ.u.mstances of the Celestial Palace.]

“I heard it from Prometheus.”

[I see. I understand.]

The Kronos Gate was a bridge that transcended time and space. Gaia had created it when the Celestial Palace was first made. Only the gods could use it and it was connected to many dimensions. In addition to the Star Flow System, there was also the Demon World, Underworld, and Elemental World. The Human World was in the middle and gods could easily descend to it, but it became more difficult due to the taboo. By the way, Solar was now in the Elemental World.

“Can you go? After the Ragnarok War, Pluto should’ve blocked all paths to the Underworld. Hasn’t the Underworld been blocked?”

If my memory was correct, the Star Flow System was right after the Underworld. There was the Star Flow System between Heaven and the Underworld. Pluto must’ve blocked this path.

[You don’t seem to know much about the situation there. I don’t know why but Pluto didn’t block the door. It has been like this for 500 years.]

“Um...”

[The Star Flow System is currently divided into two forces and fighting a war. There is a group from Heaven that wants to break through and a group from the Underworld that is trying to stop them.]

The Star Flow System wasn’t only full of good beings. Fallen beings such as Minotaur could go there but the disadvantage was that they had to go through the Underworld. In addition, since they were a soul, dying in this state meant they would enter eternal rest. It was death in a real sense.

[In any case, it has been a long time. Follow me.]

I followed behind her swaying dress. Huera went into the depths of the temple and the ancient design of white columns was impressive.

Huera spoke in the fresh wind, [By the way, you look like Alexus.]

“Is that so?”

[If Alexus hadn’t died at that time, he would’ve looked like you.]

“Cough...”

I didn’t deny it. It was because I thought the same thing. Soon, we reached the end of the temple. There was a large well.

“Isn’t this the place to acquire the divine wind?”

[That’s right. This is where the lord of Windia acquires the divine wind.]

The golden wind was surging in the well. It scattered in the air and became the shield that protected the temple here.

[The well contains my power of revival and the thing that Alexus left behind is also there. It was originally set up in honor of Aiolos but 500 years later, a successor came here. Perhaps this is fate.]

I grabbed my throbbing heart. What would be over there? It wasn’t included in the memories that Prometheus gave me.

[Jump into the well.]

“Huh...?”

[You don’t have to worry. The wind will protect you.]

I was somewhat anxious. I didn’t know what this playful goddess was going to do. Nevertheless, I trusted her. At the very least, her eyes were sincere. I jumped into the well without hesitation. “Uwaaaack!”

The well was deeper and wider than I thought. My echoing screams filled my ears. How far did I fall down? Suddenly, I could see the ground below me. I struggled in the air. “Aaack! Damn!”

I was about to use the cobwebs when Huera appeared with a smile and controlled the wind.

The warm wind wrapped around me and I landed on the ground. I sighed with relief. “Phew.”

[You are a good man to tease.]

“If so, I’ll tell Prometheus about what you did.”

[Oh my, I’m sorry. Accept my apology.]

Then a real apple appeared in her hand. [1]

What the hell? If she did this then who would accept the apology...

Crunch.

“It’s delicious. I will accept your apology.”

Huera smiled.

[It’s gone bad.]

“Kek! Kek!”

[It was a joke.]

...Park. [2]

If she wasn’t a god then I would’ve punched her. Once Prometheus woke up, I would have to reveal it. This damn goddess.

[The thing that Alexus left behind is here. I haven’t seen it in a long time but it is still pretty.]

The moment I turned my head in the direction of her gaze, I was at a loss for words. There was a huge, golden Aiolia.

[500 year old Aiolia]

[Rating: Myth