MOTWS- Part Two

This is the second and final Part of "Miracula Luxia IV: Miracle of The White Star".
It was released on 25.12.2022.
== Plot ==
Adam and his allies encounter a particularly vicious group of bandits who crave for their valuables... and their lives. They are stuck in the middle of a dangerous situation and become the victims of a bandit attack that will leave them emotionally scarred for quite a while.
Even in their current, situation, though, there is always hope. Even when one is hanging by a thread, there are always miracles that will save them from the inevitable. All they have to do is to keep believing in the light, even when there is nothing left to believe it.
The path of the White Star shall always be the brightest.
== Story ==
Adam takes a few more steps back.
"I think that they still have not seen us."- He says- "Perhaps... perhaps if we leave them alone, they shall do the same!"
Aurora nods.
"That's what I'd like to believe, too!"- She exclaims- "But those vagabonds, they look very vicious. They just killed an innocent man right in front of our eyes and they're clearly capable of doing more than that. Isn't it wiser if we dispose of them before they become a national threat, uncle?"
Adam sighs.
"Sometimes, I must take care of enemies because they become far too dangerous for the entire world."- He says- "But this is madness! This could have just been a massive misunderstanding! Their families could be starving, for God's sake."
Dante shakes his head.
"It's quite bold of you to assume that those freaks even have families of their own."- He says- "Still, I believe that no same man would cry for them. We're good to go, so let's do what is expected from us."
Adam sighs again.
"Fine. We will."- He says- "But do not think I like this, because I do not."
Dante rolls his eyes.
"I swear to God, sir, you used to be better than this."- He mutters- "Oh well. Let's go."
As the three of them move through the mist to meet with the bandit team, something strange happens. In a few moments, all three of them disappear!"
"Huh?"- Dante says- "Where did they-- "
Suddenly, he feels two sharp daggers on his neck and looks back. It seems like one of the bandits managed to sneak up behind him and tries to take him hostage. He makes a good attempt to break free, but the man's grip is stronger than he thought.
"We don't like people spying on us."- He says to him- "State your business, chum."
Dante shakes his head.
"You're making a big mistake, buddy!"
The man smirks.
"Well, Mister "You're making a big mistake, buddy", I don't like your attitude."- He says- "Perhaps you're gonna be our next victims."
Adam raises his hands in the air.
"And what are you going to take from us, if you do not mind me asking?"- He asks- "We're just a group of three! A hero of old, a pregnant girl and a young man who is afraid of the cold! We don't pose a threat for you!"
The man looks back at him.
"Oh, so you're the smart one."- He says- "Maybe I should deal with you, instead."
Dropping Dante to the ground, he points his weapon at Adam and approaches him. Forced to do the same, Adam draws his weapon and watches as the bandit gets closer.
"By the way, it's quite rude to not introduce myself, even to my enemies. So let's do that, shall we."- He says- "The name is Warren. I've been robbing rich people in the lowlands for years, but I ain't no Robin Hood. And the guy over there's my companion- Jester, who's also known as Dixie."
Jester, who has apprehended Dante instead of his boss, grins and mockingly salutes Adam.
"And what brings you here, in this frigid wasteland, miles away from any normal settlement?"- Adam asks them- "You seem like people who love the heat. Why would you choose to step in a place where everything will be much harder for you?"
Warren smiles.
"You know, I'd like to ask the same thing about ya. You don't seem to be natives of this place, yet you're dressed like 'em."- He says- "Anyway, we're here because of that weakling you might've seen in the car, the one who went by the name Lionel Lewis. That pathetic merchant who had so much money in his hands, yet never truly understood its value."
Somewhere in the distance, Adam hears a faint growl. It seems like the merchant that Warren killed earlier has just reanimated.
"And what made you want to kill him?"- Adam asks- "Anger? Greed?"
Warren sighs.
"It's best to stay out of affairs like those, hero."
Adam raises his eyebrow.
"Is that so?"- He asks- "And why would I stay out of an affair that seems to be completely unfair and illegal?"
Warren clenches his fists.
"Because you can't tell us what to do!"- He yells- "Got it?!"
Adam sighs.
"You're just like the rest your kind- A bunch of bullies with an insulting attitude that can make a sailor blush."- He says- "But fear not. There is always salvation for people like you. You just have to find it."
Now Warren is really angry at Adam. His grip tightens as he prepares to hurt him.
"You're not my father!"- He yells- "You can't lecture me!"
Adam sighs.
"Maybe you are right. I can't do that."- He says- "But the world will do that for you, sooner or later. So, keep that in mind."
Warren shakes his head.
"Maybe a little bit of pain'll cause you to remember who you're talkin' to."- He says- "Hey Dixie! How 'bout we teach those chumps a lesson?"
Jester nods.
"You got it, boss!"
As Warren prepares to stab Adam, the hero looks back at him.
"I do not think so, villain!"
Suddenly, Adam's arms grow warmer. It becomes harder and harder for Warren to hold onto them. A few seconds later, they become searingly hot, severely damaging Warren's hands and making him yell out in pain.
"Ow! You freak!"- He yells- "How dare you resist me, the greatest robber in the Known Lands?!"
Adam sighs.
"Do you want to hear the harsh truth?"- He asks and shakes his head- "Well... "
He draws his weapon and charges.
"You are no bandit, kid!"
Adam strikes warren a few times, sending him flying ahead. However, the bandit returns and tries to attack him with his dagger. Their powers are equal, so it is not quite certain who will win this one.
In the meantime, a nervous Jester looks on, causing Dante to free himself from his restraints and burn his face with a fire spell. 
As the two men fight their respective enemies, Aurora notices something coming out of the nearby woods. Some sort of dangerous wildlife.
"Oh no! That must be a bear!"- She says to herself- "I have to warn uncle and Dante!"
Then, she suddenly remembers that she is the descendant of Alcander Kaos- one of the greatest members of the new Kaos family- and shakes her head.
"No. They're too busy dealing with their own demons. Besides, it'll only be harder for them if they know that they've got another threat to deal with."- She says and draws her weapon- "I've got the spirit of my father, so I know that I can deal with this,.. thing."
Deciding that her uncle and Dante shouldn't have to deal with this, Aurora lets out a battle cry and charges at the bear. The creature is caught by surprise and tries to defend itself, but the girl's attacks prove to be stronger. She manages to stab it to death before it can do anything.
"Yeah! That's how it's done!"- Aurora exclaims- "Now, I should go help uncle-- "
Suddenly, another bear jumps out of the woods. Angered by its fellow bear's demise, it trips Aurora and claws at her,
Aurora unknowingly lets out a single scream. It is enough to let Adam know that something is wrong with her.
"Aurora?!"- He yells- "Aurora? Where are you?!"
While he tries to approach her, Warren takes advantage of his weakness. He jumps on top of Adam and forces him to fall on the ground, unable to keep the bandit at bay.
"Hey! That is not fair!"- He yells- "Get away from me!"
Warren laughs.
"Nothing's fair in this world, mister!"- He exclaims- "Nothing's fair, at all!"
As Dante rushes forward to kill the attacking bear, Aurora looks at her uncle.
"No, uncle. Don't worry about me."- She says- "Just keep on shining. You're the best of them all, the brightest star in the sky. Don't let my current situation... make you feel sad."
Motivated by his niece's words, Adam receives the motivation needed to take care of his opponent. As the bandit's blade gets closer to his chest, he casts a water spell and forms a shield around himself. Due to the cold weather, the shield freezes and becomes icy cold, causing Warren's blade to be shattered into pieces when it touches its surface.
"What the... ?"- Warren says- "How can this be?"
Adam stands up without a problem. His frigid shield vanishes and is replaced by glowing white eyes. It seems like Warren made Adam very angry, and is about to suffer to consequences of his mistake.
"You dared to attack my group. Mock my inability to save them. Tried to make me feel bad about mistakes that I made in the past."- He says- "But that time when you prevented me from saving my niece? Now this is where I draw the line!"
Adam charges forward and raises his weapon. A massive thunder strikes it and he unleashes all of his fury upon the unfortunate Warren. A series of vicious strikes leaves the bandit unable to defend himself from the impending storm that is coming his way. 
"That's... not... enough."- The bandit gasps- "You... are... weak."
Adam raises his eyebrow.
"What do you m-- "
Suddenly, Warren lunges forward and stabs him again.
It takes a few moments for everyone to realise what is actually going on, but when they do, a feeling of dread washes over them. It seems like the bandit just stabbed Adam in the heart and is laughing as he falls on his knees.
"Uncle!"- Aurora screams- "NO!"
Warren laughs.
"So you're the greatest hero of them all, huh?!"- He asks him- "Well, you don't seem like the legendary Adam Kaos that I've heard so much about! Are you perhaps some pathetic caricature of him or a clone that never got to be like his orig-- "
At first, Warren only hears his own laugh. However, he soon hears someone else laugh alongside him. He looks down and realizes that the person who is doing so... is Adam himself.
"Hey! Why are you laughing?"- He asks him- "You should be dead by now! Stop snickering!"
Adam continues to laugh.
"Boy, you are the greatest entertainment that I have been a part of for decades!"- He exclaims- "Killing me in such a sloppy way, using a method that no one has ever dared to use as a hero? Well, I hate to ruin your party, but maybe you are not quite what you claim to be!"
Warren raises his eyebrow.
"What... do you mean?"
Adam smiles.
"Look down, buddy."
It is at this moment that Warren notices the discarded blade on the ground below Adam's feet. Even from this distance, it is clear that it isn't stained with any blood.
"What kind of sorcery is this?!"
Adam nods.
"White magic, at its finest."- He responds- "No matter how hard you try, you cannot break us down."
Suddenly, something in Adam's right breast pocket starts to shimmer. It mesmerizes Warren for a second and realizes that it is in the same spot where he stabbed him with his dagger.
"What in the name of the bandit gods is that?!"
Adam looks down.
"Oh, this one?"- He says and smiles- "Just a little gift, made by my son when he was ten years old. It has been a valuable source of hope in many battles that I have been a part of and it is still eager to help me out, just like I am eager to keep it by my side."
Pulling out the small item, Adam reveals it to be a star-shaped crystal. It is not very big, yet it radiatesa large amount of holy energy that makes Warren nervous.
"But... this isn't possible!"- He exclaims- "A small trinket like that isn't supposed to get in the way of my blow! It should've been shattered!"
Adam sighs.
"Sometimes, even the smallest miracles can have the biggest significance. Even the smallest star can shine the brightest."- He says- "You, my friends, have been living those lives of banditry because of similar miracles. You were kept alive by them and you unknowingly used them to bring yourselves on top of the food chain. And yet, even the luckiest people must face an unlucky moment in their lives. And you are no different!"
Suddenly, the white star starts to shine much brighter, alarming Warren.
"What's going on?"- He asks- "What's that thing doing?"
Adam shakes his head.
"You have invoked the wrath of the gods!"- He exclaims- "There is no turning back from this!"
Before Warren can ask for Adam to elaborate, a massive sunbeam pierces the dark sky above them. Then, it strikes Warren in the back, severely wounding him and blinding him in the process.
"Agh! What's going on?!"- He yells- "I can't see a thing! Where am I?!"
Adam takes a few steps back. Then, he leaps forward with incredible speed, shocking both Jester and his own allies.
"Ad... Am... "- He mutters- "Kah!"
Suddenly, he pulls out his sword and uses it like a baseball bat, striking Warren in the face and sending him flying very high into the air.
"NO!"- Warren screams as he is sent into space- "KAOS!!!"
Somewhere in the sky, a tiny star glimmers. It seems like Warren just became one with space itself and will not be back here anytime soon.
"Well, that was very... eventful."- Adam says and sighs- "Now, where is Mr. Nice Guy's companion."
Dante shakes his head.
"I haven't caught a single glimpse of him ever since I freed myself from his grasp."- He says- "Aurora's been gone, too. I wonder where she went... "
Suddenly, Adam hears someone whistling to them. He turns around and sees Jester, holding Aurora hostage.
"Easy now, kid."- He says to him- "Your master is gone. You still have a chance to surrender."
Jester shakes his head.
"I... I've always been a victim of bullying for a whole decade. I... never knew what it's like to be a normal person."- He says- "Now, I have the chance to earn a bit of cash. To be myself. So, stand back! I'm warnin' ya!"
Adam points his weapon at him.
"Don't make me do this, kid."- He says- "I don't want it, either."
Jester shakes his head again.
"You can't make me serve the law again!"- He says- "I won't go back!"
Adam cautiously approaches him, trying to persuade him to leave Aurora alone. However, the bandit refuses to back down, instead beckoning him to back away. Once the hero gets close enough, however, he finally loses his temper. Without a warning, he stabs Aurora in the stomach, dropping her on the ground as he prepares to run away.
"Aurora! No!"- Adam says as he rushes to his niece's side- "It's my fault! I am so sorry!"
Aurora looks up at him.
"Uncle."- She says- "If I somehow don't make it away from here, I want you to know that you're the best. You've been the biggest solace in my life and I... I really love you."
Adam shakes his head.
"Do not lose hope yet, my dear!"- He exclaims- "There is still a chance! Just hold on! I will find a way to save you!"
As Adam continues to talk to his niece, Jester tries to run away. A griefstricken Dante sees him and angrily gives chase, 
"You won't get away with this, outlaw!"- He screams as he chases him.
Adam sees that Dante is trying to get his revenge on Jester for what he did to Aurora. Deciding to help him out, he picks up his bow, loads it and aims it at the fleeing bandit. Even though he is hindered by the snowstorm around him, he is still capable of seeing the man as if the sky is clear.
"Alright, big guy. You've got this."- He says to himself- "Dante and Aurora are depending on you. Don't you dare let them down."
Seeing a clear line ahead, Adam shoots an arrow, hoping for the best. Fortunately, his shot is extremely accurate and it strikes Jester in the back, sending him flying into the snow ahead.
"Bull's eye!"
An infuriated Dante approaches his target, angered that he would dare to harm a gentle girl such as Aurora.
"Do you know how guilty you are right now?!"- He yells at him- "Even God himself can't save you now!"
Jester shakes his head.
"No, you can't do this!"- He says- "We're invincible! You can't kill us!"
Dante angrily strikes him with his spear.
"That's enough!"- He yells- "I'll cleanse the world from all of the bandit scum that inhabits it... starting with you!"
Before Jester can respond, Dante plunges his spear into his eye. As the bandit starts to scream, the Pyromancer channels a large amount of fire energy into his weapon, making Jester scream ever harder.
It takes about a single minute for the job to be done, but the screams eventually stop. Soon, Adam can see that there is nothing left of Jester's head but a pile of red, unrecognizable mass.
"Umm... !"- He yells- "Was that... necessary?!"
Dante looks back at him.
"I could have done worse!"
As Dante approaches them, Adam sighs.
"You're just like your father- a young man with a combustible temper."
Dante nods.
"And I'm proud of it."
Adam shakes his head.
"Of course you are."
He smiles.
"Still, I'm glad that you came along with us."- He says- "If you did not step up for me and my niece, that wretch might have escaped unpunished. And I hate it when the worst criminals remain unnoticed."
Dante looks at Aurora.
"Speaking of the damsel in distress, how is she doing?"- He asks- "That stab seemed to be pretty bad. Is she going to make it?"
Adam sighs.
"I desperately hope so."- He says- "Aurora is the only light left in my life. If she leaves this world, I am not sure what I'll do. I want her to be by my side."
Dante nods.
"I'll do my best to help you out. However I can."- He says- "However, we need to take her somewhere safe. And there's not a single safezone miles away from here."
Adam shakes his head.
"We must stand strong, my boy."- He says- "The white star shall lead us toward the right path."
As Adam and Dante grab Aurora and attempt to drag her away, they hear growling somewhere behind them. When they turn around, they notice that the undead Lionel has joined them in the snowstorm.
"Well, it seems like the victim is still here."- Adam says- "But I... I can't put him down. The poor soul lost his life in such a cruel way and I... I feel really bad for him."
Dante nods.
"I feel the same way, sir."- He says- "Maybe we should... leave him like this?"
Suddenly, Aurora stands up and shakes her head.
"No, uncle. Don't worry about it."- She says- "I'll do it for you. Just stand here for a second."
Adam gasps.
"Aurora? You want to... put him down?"- He asks- "But you can barely walk!"
Aurora shakes her head.
"It doesn't matter."- She says- "An unfortunate soul is calling out to me, looking for salvation. I need to put him to rest."
Taking her uncle's sword, Aurora approaches the undead Lionel and sighs.
"So this is how it has to be. The best people have to suffer the most."- She mutters- "It's okay, though. You, my friend, shall suffer no longer."
As the undead Lionel shambles closer, Aurora stabs him in the head, putting him down without any hesitation.
"Well, Aurora. If you want to know my opinion about what you just did, I think that you did very well."- He says and hugs his niece- "I am proud of you, my little star."
Aurora smiles.
"Thank you, uncle."- She says- "Hearing that you approve of what I did makes me feel much more confident. Your kindness always makes me happy, but now? I feel like I'm in Heaven."
Adam nods.
"Of course, my dear."- He says- "I would do anything to make my little girl happy."
He turns around and looks at the snow ahead of them.
"If there is anything worse than what we just experienced, then this is it. The path ahead of us shall be even more perilious and cold than what we saw before."- He says to himself- "But the fight is not over yet. The flame of hope is burning bright... and it will illuminate the path toward home."
The three of them decide to take the money that Warren and Jester stole from Lionel, as well. Even though it is quite disrespectful to take something from the dead, their desire to correct the mistakes that the two bandits made is far greater than their guilt. Thus, the decision to bring the stolen possessions back home will not only be beneficial for the good people of this world, it will also help them protect themselves from whatever villains try to threaten their peace.
And so, our three heroes push their way through the frigid wastelands, feeling every single bit of snow on their bodies as they get past the dangerous territory behind them.
"Do you see anything, Mr. Kaos?"- Dante asks.
Adam stares at the area ahead of them and shakes his head.
"No! Not yet!"- He exclaims- "There is nothing on the horizon!"
Dante shakes his head.
"That's a shame!"- He exclaims- "Should we keep moving?"
Adam nods.
"Of course!"- He says- "Do not stop for anything, even if your entire being feels cold! Every moment that we spend sitting in this place means more trouble for us, so keep moving!"
Dante salutes him.
"Yes, sir!"
The trio continues to move forward, marching past the treacherous snowstorm.
"The end is near. I can feel it."- Adam says- "We just have to keep believing. Keep... believing."
A few minutes later, everyone starts to feel cold. The chill runs down to the bone and it is clear that they will not last for much longer. If they want to find the sanctuary that they have been looking for so long, they have to do it soon. Else, everything that they fought for shall be lost.
"Umm, uncle?"- Aurora says- "I don't want to sound pessimistic or anything, but I think that we're doomed. There's nothing but endless snow for miles ahead and I think that I'm starting to bleed again."
Dante sighs.
"I hate to encourage Aurora's behavior, but I think she's right."- He says- "I wish we had a phone so we could call for help. But this is what we got ourselves into and we have to accept it, no matter if we wanted it or not."
Adam looks up, hoping to prove them wrong. Unfortunately, their words soon ring true when he sees nothing more than a frigid wasteland ahead of him.
"No. No, this cannot be it."- He says to himself- "There must be something out there. We cannot stop. Not when we have gone so far."
He looks back and shakes his head.
"I'm sorry to say this, children, but we must keep moving."- He says- "Sure. It may not look like there's something out there, but I am certain that there is. So, come on. Keep moving."
Aurora and Dante nod.
"Yes, uncle."- Aurora says unenthusiastically and joins him as he moves forward.
For a few hours, the trio pass make their way through the snow. Along the way, they see the remains of those who tried to survive before them, partially buried in the endless snow, serving as a grim reminder that every person has their limits. And it seems like those poor souls managed to reach them.
A few more hours later, our heroes stand in the middle of another part of the endless wasteland. Exhausted from the journey, Adam finally falls on his knees, unable to continue any further than he already has.
"This can't be the end of us."- He mutters, slowly and painfully getting back on his feet- "We must... keep... moving... "
And then, he collapses in the snow.
"Uncle!"- Aurora says- "Are you okay?"
Adam sighs.
"As good as the day when I was born- not at all."
He looks up at his niece.
"Is this the end of line, Aurora."- He says- "Is this the place where we shall perish?"
Aurora looks down.
"I'm afraid so."- She says- "I tried to look at the road ahead, but there's nothing but endless snow."
Dante shakes his head.
"We're doomed, Mr. Kaos,"- He says- "Nobody will save us. We'll end up like all of the good people who died here. We'll meet the same fate as them."
Adam sighs.
"Say, children."- He says- "Is there something that you truly regret?"
Aurora raises her eyebrow.
"Why are you asking that, uncle?"
Adam smiles.
"Well."- He says- "Since we are likely going to perish here, it is best if we are honest with each other."
Aurora looks at her uncle.
"But I... I... "
She sighs.
"Actually, I do have my regrets."- She says- "I regret that I never felt my mother's love. I regret that I wasn't held in my father's loving arms. I regret that we were never able to be a united family and were always conflicted about something. And, most importantly, I regret that I didn't spend enough time with you, dear uncle."
Adam nods.
"I deeply regret that I did not get you to meet your cousins. They are such wonderful children. You would have liked them immediately."- He says- "I also regret watching my dear friends die. I wish there was something I could have done for them."
Dante shakes his head.
"And I regret that I didn't get to know either of you better than I do."- He says- "I also regret the fact that I never truly cared about my mom and dad. I was lost in my own world. They were like strangers to me. I never managed to truly love them, like Aurora loves her own parents. And now that they aren't here, I feel... empty. Hopeless. Alone. I am not Dante Gonoru anymore. I am just a replica of what my mighty father used to be. Nothing more."
Aurora smiles.
"But you're not completely alone in this world, Dante. You still have me and my uncle. And we truly care about you."- She says to him- "You never lost it all, my friend. It was always inside of you. The inner fire that you unleashed to protect us, the passion that you used to repel our enemies, those are the things that make you so unique."
She looks down.
"It's true. Your father had the same traits. But he never came to care about others. He was too shy to open up, just like your mom."- She adds- "But you, my dear Dante, you've got the spirit of a true warrior. You're just like my uncle, only far younger. Your soul is always bright and you always have hope and faith on your side. No matter what you did in the past, you never gave up. That's why you're always one step ahead of them."
Dante shakes his head.
"And yet, they're both out there, living in peace and comfort while my bones freeze in the snow outside."- He says as he lays in the snow- "Life's truly unfair. I always tried to ignore it, but it was always there. It's almost as if it's been always mocking me for having such daring dreams."
Adam smiles.
"But you finally achieved your dream, right?"- He asks him- "You saved the lives of innocent people. You fought for the good of this world. Your heart was never tainted by the evil around you. You, my boy, are a true hero. And you should know it."
The three of them lie in the snow, finally accepting their fate.
"It was a pleasure to travel with both of you, children."- He says- "Good night and sweet dreams. See you... on the other side."
Aurora smiles weakly.
"I'll miss you, uncle."
Adam smiles back.
"Me too, my dear."- He mutters- "Me too."
As the trio starts to close their eyes and succumb to the cold, the white star crystal in Adam's pocket starts to glow. Faintly, at first, then much brighter.
"What is this?"- Adam mutters- "A light in the darkness?"
Dante smiles.
"Is it the way to Heaven?"
Adam raises his eyebrow.
"Hmm. Not quite."- He says- "It seems rather... star-shaped."
And then, he hears the words of son, the same words that he said when he was ten years old.
"A true hero never succumbs to the ravages of time. He was made to outsmart the worst problems, so he does."- He hears the boy's voice- "So, don't give up! Keep on shining! The world still needs you and you still have something left to fight for! Do not let anything take you down, even Nature itself!"
Adam sighs.
"Oh, Geralt. If only you were here with us."- He says- "You would be the one to know the way out of this mess."
Like a sign from the stars, the small crystal in his pocket starts to glow even brighter. Adam stands up and pulls it out.
"What is it, little one?"- He asks it- "What are you trying to show us?"
Suddenly, Adam becomes compelled to raise the crystal in the air. When he does, the crystal discharges a massive wave of light, temporarily blinding the trio.
"Agh! This was unexpected!"- Aurora exclaims- "Are you sure that this is safe, uncle?!"
Adam shrugs.
"It could be a sign of salvation. Or maybe just a strange occurence that will send us away faster."- He says- "Nothing is quite certain. Yet."
Dante sighs.
"Well, there's only one way to find it out."
Adam nods.
"Indeed, there is."
As their eyes finally adjust to the light, the heroic trio realize that a path has opened up ahead of them, illuminated by the white star in Adam's hand.
"So, this is what it feels like to have hope."- Dante says- "It feels so... warm. Peaceful."
Adam smiles.
"And that is why we never lose hope."- He says- "Come on, children. We are almost there."
A shield of light is formed around the trio as they step forward, protecting them from the cold around them.
"You know, it almost feels like Geralt is thinking about us."- Adam says- "It almost seems as if he knows that I'm out here and he sends some of his holy energy to aid us on our journey."
Aurora smiles.
"And that means he can probably hear us in his sleep."- She says- "If that is indeed so, thank you, cousin Geralt. We are in your debt."
Dante nods.
"Thanks for caring about us!"
Adam smiles.
"Thank you for never ceasing to believe, my little boy."- He says- "I love you."
The trio moves through the bright passage. Time flies by like a breeze and soon, they find themselves in the outskirts of some sort of a big city.
"Wow. What a big place."- Dante says- "It must be some kind of a metropolis!"
Adam turns around and smiles.
"Dear children, we have done it."- He says to them- "Welcome to the Kingdom of Silverdale- our true home."
As they walk on the streets, people seem to recognize Aurora and Dante. However, nobody recognizes Adam himself, leading the two children to believe that the memory of him has truly been lost.
A few minutes later, the trio arrives at a large house in the central district.
"Ahh, the Kaos residence! The place where I was born!"- Aurora exclaims- "I have so many pleasant memories of this place! I'm glad that we came back!"
Adam nods.
"Indeed, my dear."- He says- "And now, you shall meet one of the most important people in my life. Right... now."
A moment later, the door opens and a beautiful, black-haired woman walks outside. She is dressed in a black robe and her hands have been stained with dirt. It seems like she was digging something recently, but it is not clear why.
Although both Aurora and Dante are unable to recognize the woman, Adam recognizes her immediately. He waves his hand and calls out to her.
"Hello, sister!"- He exclaims- "We are home!"
The woman looks up at him. She looks at his companions and then she looks at him again. She rubs her eyes, as if she is looking at some sort of a dream. It takes her a while to realize that everything is real.
And then, she starts to cry. Tears fall from her eyes as she runs forward and embraces him, her heart filled with love.
"Adam, my dearest brother! Oh, I thought that I lost you forever!"- She exclaims- "I can't believe it! It really is you!"
She looks back.
"Hey, family! Adam is back!"- She says- "Come see for yourselves!"
Adam places his hand on Akira's shoulder and shakes his head.
"No, Aki. There is no need for that."- He says- "I promised to keep a low profile while I'm travelling. I don't want you to ruin my disguise."
Akira looks at him.
"But... why?"- She asks- "People have missed you so much! They want to know what happened to the Darkthrop Vanquisher! They deserve to know it!"
Adam shakes his head.
"Aki, it is... not that easy to explain."- He says- "However, I must go soon. My guilt prevents me from staying here and there is still a lot left to do out there."
Akira raises her eyebrow.
"Leaving again?"- She asks- "But you just came here!"
She sighs.
"Still, if that is what you want, then I won't interfere."- She adds- "I know that you value your privacy and I won't bother you."
She hugs him again.
"Knowing that you're alive and well is the most valuable knowledge that I could ever have."- She says- "Just promise me something before you leave us again."
Adam raises his eyebrow.
"What would you like me to do, my dear sister?"
Akira smiles.
"I just... want you to leave something behind for little Geralt."- She says- "I won't tell him that you're alive when he comes home, but I want to keep his hopes up. He has been wanting to reunite with you for so long and the thought that you might be gone has been making him feel very sad."
Adam sighs.
"Oh, my poor boy. Always so hopeful. Always so pure."- He says- "Very well. I want him to remember his dear father, so I shall leave this."
He unzips his jackets, revealing the white shirt underneath. Then, he grabs the medal on his right shoulder, rips it off and hands it to Akira.
"But Adam!"- She exclaims as she takes it- "This is the same medal that was given to you after you defeated Darkthrop twice! Why would you leave it behind?"
Adam smiles.
"Because I want my dear boy to remember that anything is possible, as long as he believes hard enough."- He says- "What I achieved out there was more than just a destiny, more than just a duty that had to be done. What I did was a dream of helping others, fulfilled with the help of my wonderful allies. And I want Geralt to keep believing in what he has, no matter where he goes or what he does, because his father has always believed in him."
Akira looks at him.
"Adam... "
Adam smiles serenely.
"So, Aki."- He says to her- "Can you do that for me?"
Akira smiles back. Tears fall from her eyes as she nods and puts the medal in her pocket.
"Of course, my dearest brother! Of course, I will!"- She says- "Your legacy shall never be forgotten!"
Adam nods.
"I appreciate it, Aki."- He says to her- "Thank you for being such a kind soul."
He sighs.
"But now, it's time for me to go."- He says- "Before I leave, though, I want to entrust you with something else that I hold very dear. A gentle person with a big heart who has always been there for me, just like she will be for you."
He turns to his niece.
"Aurora, will you please step forward so your aunt can see you?"
Aurora reluctantly does so.
"What a beautiful young woman!"- Akira exclaims- "What's her name?"
Aurora smiles nervously.
"I... am Aurora Kaos."- She says- "Pleased to meet you, aunt Akira."
Akira gasps.
"You're Aurora?!"- She asks- "I thought that you were younger than this!"
Adam sighs.
"Well, this is... hard to explain. But I am sure that she will fill you in on that, along with the rest of our adventures."- He says- "Since my enemies know that I'm still out there, I do not want to endanger little Aurora's life more than I already have. Thus, I want you to take good care of her, for the sake of blessing her with the peaceful life that I never did."
Akira takes Aurora's hands in hers.
"Rest assured that Aurora shall be safe in my hands, little brother."- She says to him- "No matter what happens next, she shall always be happy and loved."
Aurora sighs.
"But not truly happy and loved."- She mutters.
Akira smiles.
"Thank you for protecting the poor girl for so long, Adam."- She says- "I thought that she was taken away for good. What you did out there shall always be remembered, even if it's just by the three of us."
She turns to Dante.
"And you, young man?"- She asks him- "You look so... familiar."
Dante smiles.
"Greetings, Mrs Kaos- purest maiden of the seven kingdoms!"- He greets her- "I am Dante Gonoru, son of the mighty king Donovan Gonoru! I came here to help people as much as I could and I found Mr. Kaos and Aurora. I helped they get past a series of perilous encounters without asking why they're doing... well... whatever they're doing. And don't give me any payment! I only work hard to see the smiles on the faces of those good people! There is no better reason than that!"
Akira smiles.
"Well, my dear, you have my complete gratitude."- She says to him- "Thank you for bringing my family home safe and sound."
Dante nods.
"I'm glad that I helped,"
Adam sighs.
"Well, I guess that it is time for us to go."- He says- "Thank you for staying with us, Aurora. I hope that you have a better life out here, even if it has to be without me."
Even though Aurora managed to keep her stoic attitude throughout their adventure, she cannot hold back her tears any longer. She runs up to her uncle and hugs him.
"I love you, uncle!"- She exclaims- "Please come back soon! I want to see you again!"
Adam hugs her back.
"Of course, my dear. I will not be gone for long."- He says- "Just listen to what aunt Akira tells you and the days shall pass like hours. I promise."
As Aurora lets go of her uncle, Akira approaches Adam and smiles nervously.
"Umm, Adam."- She says- "Before you go again, can I have one more... umm... "
Adam smiles.
"Of course, Aki."- He says- "Of course, you can."
Then, he leans forward and hugs her.
"Thank you, little brother."
A few minutes later, Akira and Aurora watch as Adam and Dante depart, heading for lands unknown to them. They stare at each other for a while, unsure what to do. And then, Aurora suggests to make a snowman. Akira agrees and the two of them head off, seemingly undisturbed by the cold weather.
----And so, another story ends. Another tale, filled with hope and despair at the same time, has reached its ending. Many things have happened. Many memories, past and present, shall be remembered. But the most important thing, the care for the loved ones, will always be there. Always the bright light in the gloomiest night, ready to shine with its brightest glow.
But what might have happened to Adam and Dante after they left? Did they manage to make it somewhere else or did they get lost again? Well, their partnership went relatively well. For a few weeks, the two of them ventured into many dangerous lands, slaying dangerous creatures. Dante even learned how to supress his own anger and fight more effectively. However, their journey was cut short when another group of bandits found them. The duo were forced to separate, Dante heading back to Goznor and Adam continung on his way, completely alone.
As for the gorgeous Aurora, she actually enjoyed her life as a simple girl. The Kaos family accepted her and gave her all the love and care that she deserves. Her aunt Akira made sure that she receives every little bit of comfort that could make a person happy. And thus, she was happy to stay with her true family, away from any kind of danger. 
But her love for her uncle never faded away. Every night, she goes outside to look at the stars with her aunt, gazing toward the great unknown as a large horizon looms over them. One day, Aurora and Akira saw a shooting star falling from the sky. Akira told her niece to make a wish, and she did. Her wish was to see her family reunited, her friends happy and her world- filled with happiness. Perhaps this is a wish that is too big for God to make it happen, but nobody knows. Miracles happen every now and then and maybe Aurora shall become lucky someday.
Another spark of life has been ignited. Another sign of hope can be seen. And even though the Kaos family is still separated, they have never felt so united. 
And so, the words that Adam once said:
"Wherever there is Darkness, there is always Light. Wherever there is Despair, there shall always be a Miracle"
Merry Christmas.
The End.
== Trivia ==
* The words that Adam says when he sends Warren into space (Ad-Am-Kah!) are a reference to the legendary Dragonborn shout known as Fus-Ro-Dah. They are also a nod to Adam's name and surname (Adam Kaos)