A Promise (Arthur, Pollyannus, Levi) (07-08-2022)

## Temple of Dreams, Sleepwalker’s Wing, Multiverse [07/08/2022]

“So, these Aspects. Are they like the gods you created?” Arthur asks, sitting against Pollyannus's stomach. Arthur, despite being a tall human being, is dwarfed by Pollyannus’s current size which is around 25 feet. Pollyannus taps their chin and then answers, “Yes, but no. They are composed of Ones Below that have achieved divinity. Gods are born divine. Some Aspects are even stronger than gods. Like Creed. He is stronger than Jehovah Jirah. The god that created his bloodline.”

“I would like to meet this Creed one day. I have heard of his stories of defending his universe from evil. A noble act.”

“Maybe he’ll become a Pillar like you.”

“If he wishes that. I have no objections on my end if he is brought into the conversation.”

A voice then calls out from across the temple, “I have quite a few.” Arthur stands up and steps forward in front of Pollyannus and calls out in response, “Who enters the temple?” That’s when they both see Levi walk down the corridor. Arthur holds onto his sheathe and grits his teeth. Pollyannus is unfazed and watches as Levi draws near. He smiles and bares his fangs while adjusting his suit. He creates an obsidian chair and sits on it in front of them on the temple floor. “Leviathan, what brings you here?” Pollyannus asks. Levi responds with, “I’m here to…talk.”

“And what conversation would you carry with you?”

“I want to discuss the eventual moment where you all make me a Pillar. I think I want to choose what type of Pillar I want to be.”

Arthur interjects, “Let’s say you *do* become a Pillar. What would you choose?” Levi grins as he stares at Arthur and declares, “*The* Pillar of Reality.” Arthur scoffs, “So full of yourself. The Multiverse will crumble with just one Pillar.”

“If any of you became the only Pillar surely. But I strive to achieve…unity. All know me and all worship me. There would be no issues. No war. No hunger. No more death.”

“You *brainwash* them. You make them believe you’ll lead them to salvation but in actuality you’re using them.”

“What a negative point of view Arthur. Fortunately for you, I am a person who sees the glass half-full. How bloody was your revolution against that ‘Tyrant’ king? That wouldn’t have happened if I was in control. You’d have been happy. Everyone would have been.”

“Watch your tongue, Demon.”

“Or *what*? You forget. You may be a pity choice for a Pillar, but you are still only a mere human. I am above you. In fact, I am above everyone. And I will prove that by becoming the only one.”

Pollyannus asks, “Are you threatening us, Leviathan?” Levi smiles and corrects, “I’m not threatening, Omnigenie. I’m giving you a promise.”

“I must remind you that I created you, along with Jehovah. I can easily erase you from existence with a simple thought before you can even take a step forward.”

Levi grins and gets up readying to walk out. He adjusts his tie and says, “Count your days, 'Creator'. You and that human filth you allow in your chambers.” He walks out, the chair he was sitting on dissipating back into his body. Arthur takes a sigh and looks back at Pollyannus and asks, “Why did you create him?” Pollyannus watches Levi leave and answers, “He wasn’t like this. He was as pure as Jehovah when I created them. Then he became greedy, and self-righteous. Such is a curse of free will.”

Arthur looks down at his right hand and contemplates. Pollyannus looks over at him and notices, then comforts, “Humans are the most interesting Ones Below I have come to observe. The most malleable, the most unique. Most importantly, they are the bravest.” Arthur looks back at Pollyannus and smiles slightly. Pollyannus smiles back and holds out their hand. Arthur takes it and he’s sent a surge of dreams and wishes made by other humans through his brain. Trillions of voices run through his head, and slowly filters out to a collective of voices, that being of the Roundtable Council. Many times he hears the words “Protect Grail” and “Save the universe”. He tears up and Pollyannus comments, “This is because of you. You left a legacy in your universe. And they will carry your legacy into theirs for another generation and more. This is why you’re the Pillar of Heroes. While you were one yourself, you helped create more. Arthur then hears the voices of several Seraphim members with the words saying “Save Earth” and then it focuses on Creed saying “I’m not a hero, but I can’t stand by and watch Levi try to fuck the entire multiverse. This is my job. I have to do this. He’s *my* responsibility. I’ll kill that piece of shit, and everyone will be safe. I hope at least.” Arthur laughs heartily and says, “He’s a fiery one! I see why you chose him.”

Pollyannus lets go of Arthur’s hand and nods. Arthur feels more at ease and sits back against Pollyannus’s stomach. The Warrior and the Omnigenie continue to talk, unbothered by Levi’s threats, knowing that the Roundtable and the Seraphim will take care of the issue.

The Multiverse is in good hands.