Last time, Tatsui and his family was saved by Aoi and I. We also found out about Aoi's real name before it was changed.
Aoi is your real name Haru Ito? I asked. Aoi adverted his from me. Can you answer me? I asked. I heard that Gray adopted you to relieve from your hatred towards me. Tatsui replied. Aoi glared at Clarimond. Why are you glaring at my mom? Jules asked. Your mom was our dad's mistress when he was married to my mother, Hedone. Dad is this true? Jules asked. Tatsui was speechless. My mom knew about it but hide from all of us. I remember the day we were kicked out. She whispered something to Clarimond and she broke down in fear. I always wanted to know what she said. Well I told her, "You can take that dog. An incubus is more loyal and noble than that man. I know what you and your friends were planning. First, to distract him so Tatsui can completely have him to yourself. Second, Belle, Haru and Keon are his kids. They would be a hassle keeping them around. Third, you manipulated so many people to get rid of me." Hedone replied. Hedone appeared. Aoi turned around. I exposed Tatsui and Clarimond for the trash they are. Hedone replied. She smiled as she said. Who is that? She is a hottie. Jules replied. Don't hit on my mom. Aoi replied. That is your mom? Jules asked. Tatsui looked scared at her smile. Mom, what are you doing here? Aoi asked. Easy, the people who you beat are escapees. Hedone replied. Yes and we need to get these guys to their cells. Megumi replied. You know, I never thought the day would come where I would be to work with my former enemy, Yumeko Tempus. Hedone replied. No kidding or our kids would be working together, either. Megumi replied. Wait mom, your that wanted criminal, Yumeko Tempus? I asked. Oh no, I have been lying low for over twenty years. My bounty is still 1,000,000,000,000 in all Seven Nations. Megumi replied. Everyone other than Hedone was flabbergasted. Mom, that means you one of the most wanted criminals in history. I replied. Megumi smirked. Yumeko and I were sworn enemies. Most of the wastelands were created because we were fighting to kill each other. Hedone replied. I mean mom you are a Sword Empress of Luxuria known as the Goddess of War who power and strength is rivaled with the Epic Hero, Gilgamesh? Aoi asked. That's why I wanted to fight, Hedone. I have always been undefeated. She gave me the challenge I always desired. Megumi replied. Yumeko has always wanted to lose to know what losing felt like. Hedone replied. I mean I now know that *pain and consequences of losing. Megumi replied. We're off. Hedone replied. Megumi slashed a portal in the air. Get up or I drag back in a certain way or fashion unimaginable. Hedone replied. The two got up and walked into the portal. That's Hedone for you. She is sweet by nature but brutal when necessary. Megumi replied. Whatever Yumeko, I need a drink after all this. You are buying. Hedone replied. Your such a whiner, Hedone. Megumi replied. I am not, it's just been stressful since that. Hedone replied. Megumi shakes her head. Bye you all. Megumi replied. Hedone turned her head and looked at Tatsui and he was shocked. She used her telepathy. "If you want compromise, then you have to make amends". The portal closed. What did you do? Megumi asked. That man will never learn or listen when people talk to him. Hedone replied. I see where Aoi gets that from him. Megumi replied. After everything went back to normal Aoi cooked for everyone. Everyone was marveling how it looked and tasted. I hope that will fill them up. Aoi replied. Licht called to video chat.
Licht:Hey how do you like having family/ friends over for the week?
Aoi: Don't ask, I had to cook for everyone and I just want to drink with a sprinkle of piece of mind.
Nicholas: Hi Uncle Aoi!!!!
Aoi: Hi Nicholas.
He smiles.
Nicholas: Is Alice, Kaoru, and Rumiko with you?
Aoi looked surprised?
Licht: Yeah after he hurt himself one day at school Alice healed his wound and Kaoru calmed him down. Rumiko summoned did some magic trick with swords.
Aoi: Sounds like that trio. Kaoru is here now with me.
Aoi: Kaoru someone wants to talk to you.
I came over.
Kaoru: Hey Nicholas, how are you?
Nicholas: Good. Where's Alice and Rumiko?
I showed my phone and Alice and Rumiko were FaceTime me.
Ally and Rumiko: Hi Nicholas!
Nicolas smiled.
Nicholas: Hi Ally and Rumiko. When can you do your sword trick again, Rumiko?
Licht: I meant to thank you ladies for helping my son.
Rumiko: No problem at all as a knight, I always help people human or demon.
Ally: Other than the knight part, the same for me.
Licht: Aoi you are so lucky, you are around such "positive influences".
Licht: It's getting late Nicholas, go to bed.
Nicholas: Alright. Good night.
Aoi and I: Goodnight, Nicholas.
Nicholas left the room.
Aoi looked at my phone and saw the difference in scenery.
Aoi: Where are you two?
Rumiko: I am coming home to Ira from slaying the beast in Calum's Forbidden Forest.
Aoi: That sounds dangerous as hell.
Rumiko sighed.
Rumiko: It's all fun and games until you get swallowed whole by a beast.
Me: Did you get swallowed up again, Rumiko?
Aoi: What are you up to Ally?
Ally: I'm in Avaritia about to visit an friend in the Royal Capital.
Aoi: You're going to have a fun filled week, aren't you?
Ally: Damn right, I am mission free with spending money. Seeing my "friend" this week.
Aoi: What about Katsu?
Ally: Where is this coming from?
Me: Are you seeing Luca Tyche, the Shield of Avaritia? You need to leave that toxic man alone. You know how he feels about you, Ally.
Ally: No, he asked me to heal that one wound.
Me: I will believe it when you leave him alone officially.
Aoi: You seem like a bad girl, Ally.
Ally: I wouldn't talk if I were you because Poppy told me all about what you tried to do my friend. The pot calling the kettle black. How dare you throw this shade?
Aoi glared.
I was confused.
Licht: What did you do to Kaoru? How dare you try something.
Lulu: Is that Aoi? Hi Aoi.
Licht: Talk later, bro.
Aoi: Alright. Hi Lulu.
After he got off the phone. He turned to my phone.
Aoi: Poppy told you or you listened?
Ally: She told me.
Rumiko: Are you sure it's true?
Ally: We've been friends with Poppy since we were sixteen/seventeen-year-old when I was one of the aides and Kaoru was a mid ranking cadet with her brother, Ren.
Me: Those were the days with no drama from the Ten Generals or anyone else.
Aoi: Life was that carefree for you? Sounds nice, not being to bother with Sophia sound pleasant?
Me: Yeah she didn't start meddling until my fight that "happened" all those years ago. It brought forth you know who.
Aoi: What happened?
Me: I'll tell you when the bodyguard gig is over.
Rumiko: Alright. I hope you stay safe you two.
Me: Thanks.
Tatsui walked over to see where Aoi went. Haru, this is where you went? This room is where I actually confessed my love for your mother. Tatsui replied. She said you were a love sick puppy who would try almost anything to make her happy. Aoi replied. A big party was held here and she's sitting where Miss Kaoru is sitting, but a guy was watching her from the distance. Wait Miss? I thought. He was the quiet and cold type. Tatsui replied. Probably Asmodeus in his humanoid. He is like that toward strangers. He is actually kind of caring but at other times he's the Demon King of Lust with Lilith as his Queen of Incubus and Succubus. Aoi replied. He's finally talking with him. This is a start somewhat. I thought. As I smiled, Aoi is looking confused. What is she smiling for? Aoi thought. I stopped moving in the chair. Kaoru!!!! Aoi yelled. She stopped moving. We have to call a doctor. Tatsui replied. The scenery changed. The night was a full moon with stars looking almost like pearls. I turned around, I was dress in the same Ivory cocktail dress. The only difference that Imperial Treasure, Liz Tetrax appeared to wisp me away from that *man again. He wasn't fast enough. A man appeared but I couldn't see his face. Who are you? I asked. He caresses my cheek. I blushed. Tell me who you are? I asked. I wish for your happiness and the shackles that bind you from him to set you free. The man replied. He then kissed me. As he stopped the shackles disappeared. Who are you, really? I asked. I'll give you one hint. The one person who has always been closest to you. The man replied. You are not telling me who you are? I asked. He walked away and I saw his bracelet. I was shocked. It can't be him. I thought. Liz Tetrax run over to find me confused and so dumbfounded. Kaoru, you look dumbfounded. Did that man try anything? Liz Tetrax asked. I don't know how you ended up here in this dream realm? Liz Tetrax said. I heard heels clicking again to the surface. I heard a familiar voice. I wasn't going to let that man's descendant hurt you. Himeji replied. My Lady and Mistress Himeji, it's been too long. Liz Tetrax replied. I saw how he did a whole 360 with my grandmother. I thought. Why are you here, Grandma? I asked. That man Xavi, he is with the church. He is here to exorcise and kill you under the oath. It's for the quote on quote "Purification" of all non-believers. Kaoru, your forbidden magic that your mother took away from you as a child is actually what they after. Your imperial treasure is what they are after. Himeji replied. Is this the warning, Kagami spoke of? I asked. Yes, I can tell you this. The man will save your life from his clutches. That man is the descendant of the man who branded me in a dream realm I am stuck in. Himeji replied. I looked at that hatred boiling up inside her. Almost looked like she was once in love with him. I thought.
I know her pain and I know it too well. What is supposed to happen to me and Aoi's fates in the balance. What will happen next?
Stay Tuned.
*The pain and consequences she spoke of will be expose towards the end of Book Three.
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