Amani stood there confused, unsure of what nonsense he just heard, "What was that?" he repeated.
"I sensed a presence, a flicker of a memory, as if a soul from another life is intertwined with the newborn's," Hakbu explained. "It may seem far-fetched, but I have lived long enough to know that sometimes the threads of fate intertwine in mysterious ways."
Amani's mind raced with confusion and worry. "What does this mean, Elder? Are you saying my kid is sharing his body with another?"
"I cannot say for certain," Hakbu replied, "But this is a matter we cannot ignore. The world is vast, and its mysteries even greater. We must tread carefully and observe the child closely; Also, if you think about it, the second soul is your child now as well." As they gazed back into the hut where the celebration continued, a mix of emotions washed over them—hope for the newborn's future, uncertainty about the new baby, and the weight of responsibility that fell upon them as guardians of the Nozumo clan.
"Lets return," said Hakbu, "A father can't be missing for the first moments of his newborn's life."
As they returned to the hut, Hakbu whispered, "I'm sure you know to keep what we just talked about a secret, right Amani?"
"Yes, Father-in-law," Amani replied.
Inside the hut, Lady Kamai, a vision of beauty with smooth dark skin, hair as white as snow, red eyes, and a radiant white smile, greeted them warmly. Amani kissed her forehead affectionately, asking if they had missed too much. "Oh no, sir," the servant who had delivered the baby replied. "Lady Kamai was just thinking of naming the young one."
As Kamai looked at the baby, she considered the child's features—red hair, red eyes, dark skin, and surprisingly human ears. "Shikazu, after my late rebel older brother," Kamai declared, her voice tinged with both pride and sadness.
"I think it's a wonderful sentiment," Hakbu said with a smile. "Both rebels, and he inherited my lovely red hair too."
"Red hair? Your hair is grey though, old man," a voice whispered while laughing. The mischievous voice belonged to 6-year-old Enzo Nozumo, the first child of Amani and Kamai.
"He got you there, Geezer," Amani laughed.
"You brats, why are you both still up?" Hakbu shouted playfully. "Kamani, come out."
Kamani, the second child, emerged from his hiding place, holding his blanket. "Why are you up, Kamani?" Kamai asked gently.
"It's not my fault, Enzo woke me up, Mom," Kamani replied innocently, giving his older brother a playful glare.
As the warmth and laughter filled the hut, the family rejoiced in the presence of their newborn, cherishing their bonds. Little did they know that the threads of destiny were beginning to weave around Shikazu, the newborn with two souls, destined for a future beyond imagination. As the night deepened, the village of Nozumo embraced the beauty of family, love, and unity, with the promise of a new day bringing tales of adventure and unforeseen twists of fate. In this tapestry of lives, the Nozumo clan stood united, ready to face the wonders and perils of a world that held countless secrets yet to be unveiled.
A boundless void, it stretched in all directions for what seemed like infinity, but this space was not empty, there laid a young boy sleeping on the floor of this mystical realm, the boy was none other than Georgie. As he woke up, he found himself in this unfamiliar white void, but in this mysterious space, he noticed a familiar figure sitting on a chair nearby. It was baby Arthur, looking as innocent and curious as ever. Realization washed over Georgie as he understood that this was the shared consciousness between him and Arthur, a space where their souls coexisted.
"Arthur," Georgie called out, unsure if the baby could understand him. But to his surprise, Arthur turned his head towards him and gurgled happily, as if acknowledging his presence.
In this ethereal realm, where time flowed differently, memories of the contract he had made with Yinuros flooded back into Georgie's mind. He remembered the powerful being's words and the terms they had agreed upon.
"Stop the unsealing of the demon god Umbrion and strengthen the seal," Yinuros had said. In return, Georgie was granted a portion of divinity that would grow with time, allowing him to become a second persona inside Arthur's body. This way, he could protect Arthur until the day came when he could defend himself.
"I'll always be with you, little brother," Georgie whispered to baby Arthur, his heart swelling with love and determination.
As Georgie explored their shared consciousness, he discovered that he had the ability to conjure items. With a thought, a giant monitor appeared before him, showing him what Arthur was seeing in the real world. It was a connection that transcended space and time, allowing him to watch over his brother even when he was asleep.
Feeling a little tired from the events that had transpired, Georgie decided to conjure a comfortable bed to rest on. As he lay down, he knew that his slumber would be crucial for his soul to fully accumulate the divinity bestowed upon him by Yinuros.
The bed embraced Georgie like a gentle cloud, and he closed his eyes, surrendering to the peaceful sleep that would span five years. In this state, he would strengthen his bond with Arthur and become a guardian hidden within him.
Time passed differently in the white void, and as Georgie drifted off to sleep, he knew that when he awakened, he would find himself intertwined with his baby brother, ready to face the challenges that awaited them. The weight of responsibility was great, but Georgie was determined to fulfill his part of the contract and protect Arthur, no matter what trials lay ahead.
In the physical realm, baby Arthur continued to grow, surrounded by the love and care of the Nozumo clan. Unaware of the profound connection shared with his elder brother, he would begin his journey, unaware of the extraordinary bond that fate had woven between them. The connection between the two souls grew stronger with each passing moment, forming an unbreakable bond. As Georgie slipped into slumber, he trusted in the destiny that had brought them together and the path they were destined to walk, side by side.
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