The Coming Battle (41)

Legion stared at the dead body of the one supposed to be his creator. "My purpose is to become the strongest god right now. Because I have knowledge about the world up until recent, I know that the First Order has a child that can give the goddess Nyx her powers back. I will take the child, and steal the powers of the strongest warriors in the country. Then I'll head to Olympia to give Nyx her powers. Once she is healed, I'll take her power as well. Making me the ultimate god."

Legion took a look around the lab. He held up a beaker full of blue fluid.

The lab was full of various experiments in containers. Beakers and containers full of various fluids of different colors and chemicals. "These may prove useful... years of research, all to myself."

--

Airson limped his way through the city half conscious, holding his wound.

He headed for the royal palace. There were two of the Royal Guard at the giant double doors of metal. They crossed their spears over the doors, blocking the entrance. "Entry is not permitted here. Leave."

Airson didn't have time for this. "My name is Airson. I'm part of the Omega Squadron. I need to see the queen! Now!"

The guards moved their weapons. "Airson of the Omega Squadron... I didn't know, my apologies."

They bowed their heads as they opened the doors.

Airson hurriedly limped inside. A servant met Airson soon after he walked through. He was escorted to the Queen's Chamber, where Emilia was with her child.

The servant knocked on the door softly. "Your Highness? A young man named Airson is here to see you."

"Oh, let him in." the queen said from the inside.

Airson pushed open the door with his free hand and nearly fell into the room.

"Airson! What happened to you?!"

"I... was..." He didn't finish the sentence. Airson collapsed on the floor.

--

Airson woke up in a large bed with a cold towel on his forehead. He looked around.

"So you are awake?" Emilia walked towards the bed.

Airson quickly sat up. He checked his wound. It was gone.

"I went ahead and healed you, I couldn't imagine what else you were here for. What caused it?"

Airson looked down. "I was... fighting my brother."

Emilia let out a slight gasp. "Your brother? What for?"

"He wants to kill me to prove something to himself."

Emilia took a seat. "Ah, I see. Want to talk about it?"

Airson shook his head.

"I want to again personally thank you for all you've been doing so far."

Airson gave her a slight smile. "It's fine. It's an Omega Knight's duty to protect his queen. But I'm resigning."

Emilia's eyes widened. "Resigning? Why? Is something the matter?"

Airson's expression darkened. "I'm going with a god named Rua to train for the next fifty years. He said he'll help me reach the level of power I need to save Pachi and the others."

Emilia smiled softly. "Rua... it's been a long time since I've heard that name."

Airson looked at her. "You know who Rua is?"

She nodded. "Yes... the Supreme God of Creation. I met him once when I was a little girl exploring the forests in the area. He is a very good person."

Airson smiled back. "That's a relief. I was a little worried that it might've been a trap."

Emilia had a slightly confused look on her face. "And you would've went anyway?"

Airson was determined. "If it meant that I had a chance to save my friends, then yes. I'll do anything possible."

Emilia looked down, her face suddenly saddened. "I should tell you now then..."

"What?" Airson asked.

"There is another god that suddenly appeared today. But this energy is much worse than the god you just fought. A whole different level even."

Airson hopped out of bed. "Another god?! That should've been it! How is there another one?!"

"I'm assuming he's an artificially made god. If he comes for my daughter, he'll stop at nothing to get her. If he destroys this city, then you'll have no friends to come back and save." Emilia looked at him with desperation. "Please. As your last mission being a Knight of this country."

Airson put on his clothes. He looked at her and nodded. "You don't have to beg me. I promised that this country would be safe. I'll make sure of that before I leave. No matter who I have to go through. Thanks for healing me." He walked out the door and left the palace.

--

Anubis was called into Nyx's presence.

One of the Phantoms was by her side, standing.

Anubis walked into the room, and kneeled. "Your Highness."

Nyx spoke. "You failed your mission to bring me the Saint's Blessing. You are immortal. They are not. You let them win. Why?"

Anubis stood up.

The Phantom's eyes glowed a bright pure red from the darkness.

Anubis spoke calmly. "My opponent showed me that he was worth keeping alive for now."

The Phantom spoke. "You disrespect her majesty with your incompetence Anubis. Keeping a mere boy alive has nothing to do with retrieving the princess. Do you not want our queen to regain her power?"

Anubis looked at him. "I serve her majesty because it was my only choice. I have no loyalty to any human, god, or country on this Earth, no matter who it may be. I have my own motives. One day I will return to Arbok to destroy the First Order. I have personal ties to them."

The Phantom reached for a blade that was sheathed horizontally on his lower back. "You insolent-"

Nyx held a hand up. "It's fine. Leave him be. Anubis. If you decide to return to Arbok, you will not have the Seventh's support. You will handle personal issues alone." She let out a soft smile, "And if you are somehow still alive after my power returns, I will see to it that I kill you myself for your disobedience."

Anubis bowed slightly. "I look forward to it, your Highness." He walked out of the room.

The Phantom looked at Nyx. "Your Highness, with all due respect, you should have sent me in his place. I could have easily gotten the Saint's Blessing for you."

Nyx shook her head slowly and smiled. "No. I want this to play out. I've been playing this game of life for thousands of years. You are the head of the Seventh Order in place of me. You have two countries to look after, and the other Phantoms have their countries as well. There's no rush to send my strongest warriors into a pointless battle. Be patient. It will all come together."