MLII C1, P3- "Father's Love"

"Father's Love" is the third Part of "Miracula Luxia II". It was released on 01.10.2020.

## Plot

Aleks attempts to find where his son is staying, determined to correct the huge mistake that he just made and show him that he still loves him, despite the madness that took control of his heart not too long ago.

This is the beginning of Aleks's road to become a better father and guardian, all of this being done for the safety of his son.

## Story

Aleks runs outside and starts to search for his son.

After an hour, he finally realizes where he is.

"*Ghall-Ihrno's home! That's right!*"- He says to himsefl and approaches the building.

Once he is near the door, he rings the bell. Ghall-Ihrno answers it.

However, immediately when he sees Aleks, he tries to slam the door shut.

"Wait!"- Aleks says- "Don't close it, please!"

Ghall-Ihrno sighs and opens the door again.

"What do you want, Mr. Kaos?"- He says.

"It's about Jared."- Aleks responds- "Is my boy in there?"

Ghall-Ihrno shakes his head.

"Don't act like a fool. We know what you tried to do to him."- He says- "Now go away before I make you leave."

Aleks stops him again.

"I just... I just want to talk to my son. Speak with him."

"I promise that I won't hurt him anymore. Just please, please let me speak with him!"

Ghall-Ihrno sighs and opens the door once again.

"Fine. Come in, if you wish."- He says- "But remember that we are watching you closely."

Aleks nods and enters the house.

The moment when he steps into the living room, someone jumps at him and attacks him.

As Aleks steps back, he sees that the person is John.

"I gave you a warning and you still came after us!"- He yells- "Why? Why are you always trying to track us down?! Why are you here?!"

Aleks shakes his head.

"I'm here to simply talk to my son. I promise that I have changed. That I won't hurt him."

"I just want to say what I am supposed to say."

John raises his eyebrow and sighs. Even though he despises Aleks for what he tried to do to his son, he still lets him by.

"Go talk to him, but remember that I am always watching."- He says and steps aside.

Aleks enters the room and cautiously approaches his son.

"Son... I... I'm here."

Jared looks up and sighs.

"Did you finally realize your mistake?"

Aleks nods.

"I never should have done that. Nobody can revive the dead. I was a *fool* to think otherwise."

Jared nods.

"I am sure that this is not the only reason why you are here."- He says stoically- "Why did you track me down? Why didn't you listen to John's warning?"

Aleks smiles and hugs his son.

"It's because... because I love you. After your mother's death, I started to slowly lose my mind with each passing day by trying to bring her back to life. I became weak and unstable, so much that I forgot which treasure is the one that shines the most, that is the most valuable amongst all the others. The one that is my own child, the one whom I have taken care of ever since he was an infant, ever since he was dependent of his parents' love and care."

He looks down.

"I made so many mistakes and you were in the center of all of them. All this time, I made you suffer by ignoring you, yelling at you and making your life a big mess."

He slaps himself.

"I... I just wanted to tell you that I don't deserve to be your father anymore. You don't deserve this, son. From now on, I will leave you in the care of your grandfather."- He says- "At least he knows how to truly take care of of you and make you happy."

He starts to leave, having done what he swore to do.

Jared runs up to his father and stops him.

"Dad, look at me."- He says.

Aleks does so. When he looks at his son, he sees tears in his eyes.

"Why would you say that?"- He says- "Why would you say that you are not a good father, dad? No, you are wrong! You are the best father ever!"

"Yes, maybe you have harmed be emotionally before, but trust me. All those mistakes that you made helped me realize how much I love you and love you even more than before. That you are always by my side, even when you are not physically. That you always mean well, even if it does not seem so at times. That you want me to be a better person, a reliable young man who can keep this world safe from evil."

"You are a good person, dad. And I would never hate you. Even if you hurt me in some way, I will still love you with all my heart."

Aleks is surprised by what his son just said to him. But the final question still remains- Does he truly forgive him for all the pain that he has caused him.

He sighs.

"I won't beg you for forgiveness and I will not ask for it. I know that I don't deserve it. Not at all."- He says stoically- "Instead, you can decide it yourself, whether you forgive me or not."

He leans closer and points at his left cheek.

"And, if you think that you want to punish me, go ahead!"- He says- "Don't be afraid to do so! Unleash your fury! Do what you must do!"

Jared looks at his father and smiles. He lightly touches his cheek.

"I would never even think about hurting you, dad."- He says- "Yes. I do forgive you. I forgive you, because you taught me so much. You made me a better person. For that, I should be thankful, not angry."

"The anger that was once in my heart is completely gone, dad. Now, it is replaced with love and care, all of it ready to be directed towards you."

Aleks smiles and shakes his head.

"I'm glad that you think so."- He responds- "But words mean nothing. Not right now. What truly does, however, are the good deeds that we do for each other, the battles we win together."

"Of course, this is for me and not for you, son. Your words are more than enough to convince me that you are always true to your word, no matter what. I am the who has to prove his loyalty, not you."

Ghall-Ihrno clears his throat.

"I appreciate the fact that you are so nice, Aleks. But now is not the time for kindness and love. Now is the time for battle and bravery."

Aleks nods.

"Of course."- He responds- "I completely understand that."

"If you want to say something, go ahead. Don't let me stop you."

Ghall-Ihrno sighs and continues:

"You see, the attack on the White Dreams Highschool was not a simple attack of disorganized rogues. No, those fools were assembled and brought here to rain destruction upon us. What they did not expect was the fact that Jared could destroy them all with just a single light spell that he casts."

"I analyzed the mess and found evidence about the person who Dorikas hired to do the dirty work for him."

Ghall-Ihrno pulls out a large letter and hands it to Aleks.

Everyone gathers around him to read it:

"*Lysstak-*

*You were a fool to let the Empire forces slay you back then. You were a fool to let those fools reach me. But fear not, for there is a much greater danger in this world right now. I brought you back here for a reason and I want you to make sure it doesn't pose a threat to me.*

*This threat is known as Jared Kaos- a young man with the abilities of a true hero, someone who is very dangerous to us, the Darkside Loyalists.*

*The task that you are going to receive is fairly simple. You will command a small army of 100 Vahnatai and send them to infiltrate the school where Jared studies and kill him.*

*And do not hesitate to let them kill everyone in the place. The more people are slain in this battle- the better.*

*Once the remaining forces are done with destroying the school, they will return. Send me a message back once you are done.*

*Rest assured that no one will discover you in the ruins of New Harston. I am more than sure that the Avernies are too worried about the threat of the Darkside Loyalists over them rather than anything else.*

*Good luck.*

*- Dorikas.*"

Jared raises his eyebrow.

"*Lysstak?*"- He says to himself- "*I've never heard of this person before. But if he is such a loyal ally to Dorikas, then he must be dangerous.*"

Jared seems to be perfectly calm. However, his father is clearly worried about something. And, judging by what he just read aloud, it is definitely because of the letter.

"*Lysstak? Oh... oh dear God above.*"- He says to himself- "*This... this cannot be. Not him... again. Not here. Not now. W-why is this villain here, among us? Why did Dorikas bring him back to life?*"

"*No. I must not let him harm anyone else. He and the Darkside Loyalists have gone too far and they **must** be stopped, at all costs.*"