Chapter 251: Waking up after Three Weeks.

Chapter 251: Waking up after Three Weeks.

Unique skill creation completed. [Earth Magic Lv. 10][Lava Magic Lv. 3] [Long-Range Spell Enhancement Lv. 5] [Lava Resistance Lv. 5] [Inferno Resistance Lv. 6] [Terra Resistance Lv. 1] [Enhanced Strength Growth Lv. 7] [Enhanced Strength Enforcement Lv. 5] [Enhanced Vitality Growth Lv. 7] [Enhanced Vitality Enforcement Lv. 5] [Pyrokinesis] merged intounique skill [Volcanic Blaze]

Magic Lost: [Earth Wall] [Rock Blast] [Earth Strike] [Rock Bullet] [Sturdy Earth] [Earth Spears] [Earth Crash] [Earthen Shackles][Lava Ball] [Lava Stream] [Molten Guard]

Skills Lost: [Earth Amp] [Earth Magic Efficiency]

Unable to automatically merge [Corrosive Fire Lv. 3] into [Volcanic Blaze]. Requirement: [Corrosive Fire Lv. 10]

?

I couldnt hear my other half speaking anymore. My short lived loss of touch returned as I felt the things around my hands, feeling some soft and comfortable materials in my fingers. I wanted to question where I was currently, but when that sudden System message appeared, I realized I was in the waking world again. My other half had returned to my subconsciousness while I returned to reality.

I opened my eyes and began looking around while still laying down. I was in my room.

Well, not my room on Earth. It couldnt even be compared to my old room due to the lack of decorations and personalization. However, I could see my study table with a few books on fire magic and a pile of tools to create my bombs, so this had to be inside our partys RV.

I had survived that battle, thankfully.

Wheeeeew, I sighed internally.

Admittedly, it was logical that I was still alive but it didnt mean I was 100% sure about it. I couldnt help being a bit nervous. I mean, when I was first reincarnated to this world, I had that weird-ass dream, right? In that cold dark place? It still gave me the creeps that was how my reincarnation probably happened, eeeik!

So, seeing a familiar ceiling and my barebones room was a relief. I decided on decorating my room after today, if there weren't any problems. I havent had the time or motivation to decorate it up until now, but remembering my old room back on Earth made me realize I shouldnt be lazy. This was my home now.

Damn, I probably made Saori, Tasianna, Ellaine, and Grimnir worry

I should probably stand up, but I felt a bit lethargic right now, even though I just woke up. Maybe my body was still fatigued. I did fight to my absolute limits to defeat that giant eldritch scorpion. Three tiring fights in one day was far too much my core even cracked several times during the fights.

Ill check it out afterwards. First, lets see what my divine Quest reward is~ Mana Eyes!

Volcanic Blaze

An incomplete unique skill missing an important skill component. However, while the full power of this skill cannot be released yet, the extreme firepower of an [Obsidian Blaze Dragon] can still be displayed. The earths heat will follow the will of the dragon, blanketing the skies and earth in ash. The skills combined are: [Artillery Enhancement Lv. 1] [Volcanic Resistance Lv. 1] [Herculean Strength Lv. 1] [Indomitable Bulwark Lv. 1] [Pyrokinesis]

Hmm, yeah, I guess it did say incomplete. Still, better than nothing.

The unique skill wasnt bad. In fact, it improved quite a few of my skills. [Long-Range Spell Enhancement] evolved into [Artillery Enhancement], while my lava, inferno, and terra resistances merged into one. A third-tier resistance skill, I presume? I was already quite resistant to fire attacks, but I kinda hope it also helped against temperature problems.

Well, unfortunately, I did lose [Earth Magic] and [Lava Magic] with their respective spells. But, lets be honest here, I probably wont miss them.

I already used lava spells rarely, preferring fast casting or utility ones like lightning, wind, earth, and holy spells. Being able to create lava was still pretty dang cool, but those spells still required time to materialize, which made them slow to cast. Not my cup of tea.

And thankfully I only lost [Earth Magic] and not [Terra Magic]. Ever since I got the latter skill, the only reason why I would use [Earth Magic] spells was to create my bombs, but I could just use my [Corrosive Fire] to replace the bombs casing. Obsidian sounded far more moldable. Its not a big loss.

However, in return, the skill mentioned something about earths heat? What is that supposed to mean? Seeing as my lovely [Pyrokinesis] got merged into this skill, maybe its saying I can control fire even better? But my control was already pretty good before.

No idea. Ill have to test it out later on. Maybe it was referring to geothermal energy since it also took [Earth Magic]? Since it's related to my [Obsidian Blaze Dragon] evolution, everything seemed to be connected to [Corrosive Fire].

Still, its giving me some more motivation to level my poison fire skill up. I can only imagine how powerful it will become one day. Damn, unlike Shiterno, Aurenas reward actually took redundant skills and used it to make a possibly better skill.

Satisfied with my reward from fighting that geisenlarg king, I pushed myself up and began to stretch. I knew I was fatigued after that battle but holy hell, it felt like I was stuck in bed for too long. My body was completely stiff and I could hear my bones and joints cracking as if I hadnt used them in ages.

Holy crap, argh, my body feels like a rock! I complained.

Dont worry, youll get used to it after you sleep through your first year.

Huh? An unfamiliar voice just came from right next to me. When I turned my head around, a person I had never seen before was crawling out from under my blanket, yawning.

Good morning, my little fire~

Krriiyyaaaaaaaaah!

I jumped off from my bed, wanting to create as much distance from this woman as possible, but I remembered that I didnt have my wings out a bit too late. I ended up landing on the floor and jumping again to end up next to my rooms door.

W-Who are you?! What are you doing in my room and why are you in my bed?! I shouted, taking out my glaive from my storage and pointed it at her. My body immediately started to ache from all of these actions due to how stiff it was, even with the adrenaline rush from the surprise.

An unknown person who was sleeping right next to me? I mean, even if my body was still asleep or something, my reflexes were good enough to react. The real question was, why did I not feel any threat from her? I should have at least noticed her from [Detection Sensor] alone.

Oh my, the woman looked stunned at my reaction but suddenly snapped her fingers with an enlightened expression, as if she remembered something. Oh, Saori did mention something like this might happen. Incredible, does she have future vision? At such a young age?!

Saori? Future vision? What?!

The woman continued speaking while I was flabbergasted. Then I should follow what she told me to say. Ahem, Hestia, Im sorry for sleeping in your bed and surprising you so much. However, gaze upon me. Do I not look familiar?

Wary at how she knew of Saori, I did exactly what she told me to. Starting from the top, her hair was probably the most familiar sight to me, as it was pure white like snow, which looked a lot like Yorshkas and her daughter Priscillas. Unlike theirs, however, hers had this constant glittering shine like polished silver. From afar, it probably looked less white and more like silver.

What caught my eyes next were her horns and tail. Both of them looked eerily like mine, only reskinned with a silver paint coat. I wasnt exaggerating here, they looked extremely like mine and they probably would have been clones if they werent slightly larger, colored differently, and more pronounced.

Looking at the scales on her limbs and that scale-like dress, this woman might be a dragonewt. No, I could definitely smell that she was a dragonewt. Like Cernust, Priscilla, and Yorshka, she had that sweet aroma around her. True dragonkins and those descended from them usually have that scent.

This brings me to the most confusing parts: her ears and face. Dragonewts in a human or beastman body had short but sharp ears, like a pocket knife. However, hers were long and pointy like Tasiannas elven form. Was she using [Elvenization]?

Also, even with her similar horns and tail, her face was completely unfamiliar to me. Why were her dragon features so similar but nothing else was? I recognized her as a dragonewt, no, maybe she was a dragon? But who exactly was she?

Uhm, are you a relative of Yorshka? A Nordor? I asked cautiously. It didnt seem like she had malicious intentions.

Her eyes widened in surprise and her mouth was agape. Did I say something wrong?

W-Well, yes, young Yorshka. I guess we are related through our bloodline Her voice was clearly filled with disappointment. I really did say the wrong thing, huh?

B-But, my scent! Yes, you should be able to recognize my scent, correct! Yes, even if we met now or a year ago, what should make it clearer than even words should be our dragonkin scent. Please, I beg you, take another wiff. Her quivering voice made her last sentence sound like a plea.

It was a bit creepy to ask somebody to suddenly smell you, but I guess this was just normal for dragonewts and dragonkins? Still, even if I did what she wanted, what am I supposed to learn from sme Hold on.

I stepped forward, my nose sniffing the air like a dog finding something new. The sweet aroma entered my lungs again, a scent that I was finding completely addictive. It was like meeting a friend who bought and used a new type of bath salt.

At the same time, this smell somehow made me feel safe. Like a mothers warm embrace. The more I breathed in, the warmer and safer I felt, drawing me closer and closer to the woman. And that was when I remembered something about her voice.

Wasnt that the one I heard after I stopped burning? My parallel minds confirmed what I said. It truly was the female voice I heard before losing my consciousness after the geisenlarg battle. Like a lullaby, yeah, every word she said helped me feel calmer.

Coupled with this scent, it made me feel so incredibly close to this woman. I did not know her name, I did not know where she came from But, something inside me seemed to already know. My instincts told me that it was safe to hug her. None of my skills warned me of any dangers.

A-Are you

Lady H-Hestia!

Before I could finish speaking, the door suddenly shot open, letting two young women in maid clothing enter. Both shouted my names as tears flowed down their faces and they jumped towards me with an embrace

Tasianna?! Svena?!

I was surprised to see them suddenly rushing into my room like that. Sure, they would sometimes wake me up if I overslept, but never in such an outrageous fashion. Their elated smiles paired with their watery eyes made me realize once again how much trouble I cause others.

I really am not the best friend, huh? Im lucky to still have people willing to care for me.

Im awake, I said as they wished me a good morning. Im sorry for worrying everybody.

Ehehiehie. That laughter came out of nowhere while I was trying to apologize to Tasianna and Svena, who kept trying to tell me it was alright and that a maids duty is to wait for their mistresss recovery.

I turned around to see the dragonewt lady standing next to my bed, smiling and laughing but with a slight I am lonely expression. As I was confused at why she was doing this, Svena noticed it before Tasianna and spoke up, dropping an information bomb onto me.

Ah, we apologize for suddenly interrupting your talk with your mother, Lady Hestia. That was inconsiderate of us! Svena apologized but when she mentioned mother, I was too baffled to continue listening to her. U-Uhm, mayhaps, have you not made your introduction yet, L-Lady Empress?

The woman smiled wryly. Svena let out an oops in response.

T-Then does this?

Tasianna stepped forward, having understood the situation. She bowed to me and began introducing the woman, Lady Hestia, may I present to you, the Sixth Empress of the Dragon Empire Kargryx, Melloxtressa Wisperia Nordor. My lady, this is your dragon mother.

The woman walked slowly forward as I continued staring at her in disbelief. I have much to say to you, my little fire, but I know we can do this later. Hestia, your mother is here.

Memories of a shadow woman appeared inside my mind with those words, followed by the images of this woman. They were trying to merge inside me, with more and more bits of that shadowy woman being replaced by the one standing before me.

A part of me was telling me she really was my mother, but the other half, it knew this wasnt true. The more I allowed my brain to function, the more my memories of my Earthen mother were replaced by another womans.

But there was a problem. A very prominent problem.

She didnt look like me.

H-Hestia?

I didnt respond. I simply grabbed my head, feeling an intense sting. A rejection. I was actively rejecting this womans face and smell. I turned around and walked through the door and into my [Room]s community room.

My legs didnt stop. Even when Tasianna and Svena called out for me, I didnt stop. I had to get away from this Melloxtressa. I had no idea what was going on with me. My throat felt dry. My eyes felt wet. I felt light-headed.

After speaking with my other half, the person I was in my past life, I now had full confirmation how I looked. Except for my dragon features and shorter hair, I had instinctively shaped my body and face to resemble my Earthen version. That also meant that my mother and father had to be fairly similar to me.

But that woman wasnt even close. That mother wasnt my mother.

Urgh! While I kept moving forward without an aim, my legs suddenly lost strength and I could hear my stomach growling like a hungry beast. It was so loud that Tasianna and Svena immediately ran over to me and helped me up.

Lady Hestia, you need to get something to eat. You must be famished!

Yes, your mother has been feeding you mana to sustain your body these past three weeks, but Empress Melloxtressa stressed that your body requires proper nutrients the moment you wake up.

W-What?! Th-Three weeks?!

Did I hear that correctly? It has to be a joke, right?

We will answer your questions later. First, we need to get to the kitchen! With those words, Svena and Tasianna dragged me to the kitchen while the silver-haired woman followed from behind. I did not see her expression.

Once we entered the dining hall, I noticed five people happily eating at a table. The moment we locked eyes, three of them stood up and came over with smiles.

Hestia! Youre awake! Oh, you must be hungry! Tamae-san, could you possibly cook a large breakfast portion for her? I will help, Saori said.

Of course, Sensei! Tamae, one of Saoris students, nodded vigorously. Its good to see you awake, Hesti-chan! Well catch up in a moment, alright? Ill bring you a feast worthy of a princess!

Haha, yes, this is worth celebrating! Our little princess is finally awake! Oh, Tasianna, Svena, allow me to help! Yorshka swooped in, replacing Svena and Tasianna. In a princess carry, she quickly brought me to my seat. Also, I think you should be acquainted with these two. These two dragonewts are the ice wyverns you met in the Belzac forest, at least according to Saori and Tasianna.

I turned around, noting two similar-looking white dragonewts. From their horns to tails, everything looked practically the same, almost like they were twins.

[Lady Hestia, if you could remember, we were the wyverns who accompanied Astalos to escort you out of the forest.]

[We apologize dearly for creating a misunderstanding back then. The Empress has been gracious enough to teach us [Elvinize] and [Telepathy] so we can be here to serve you.]

They both bowed.

[I-Its good to meet you,] I said, feeling even more overwhelmed the more things happened. [Uhm, I am Hestia. What are your names?]

[]

I ran out as fast as I could, ignoring any sounds. I jumped out from the RV and materialized my wings with [Humanization]. With my rocket boosters, I flew off.

Dammit, dammit, why did you say that you idiot! Idiot! Idiot! Idiot!

Huek! Hiieec, huek! Hieeeeggeggg

I slapped my head in frustration, cursing myself for what I said. Why did I do that? She was just trying to be nice. Why am I doing this? Why am I like this? What is wrong with me?

All these questions ran through my mind multiple times. My tears didnt stop as I continued blaming myself for everything. Being a terrible daughter as my other half said, being a terrible friend as my memory told me, being weak and letting Eshe die, and then being unable to accept Melloxtressa. I couldnt even give her a chance, despite promising Yorshka I would do it.

I am just the worst.

With those thoughts, I made myself towards a single place

the orphanage.

Melloxtressa? I spoke to Hestias dragon mother, trying to cheer her up. As I said, Hestia is currently having to deal with some personal problems. It wont be easy to have her heart open up. However, shes a good girl, shell do it eventually. You just need to be patient.

T-Thats right, Empress! Sensei is correct! Tamae-san supported me. Im sort of in the same situation she is in. I love my parents and miss them greatly, so it probably would be hard to accept somebody else as a parent. It would feel too much like a replacement.

Yes, Matriarch! Also, if I hadnt mentioned Saintess Eshe so suddenly, she probably would have been in a better mood to speak with you, Yorshka apologized. It would be best if we left her alone for now. Priscilla would sometimes have these moments when shes dissatisfied with something. Like a protest, you see? And I consider her a very obedient daughter.

Thank you for your concern but I think I am fine.

Fine? I asked myself. She certainly didnt look like that.

However, contrary to my thoughts, Melloxtressa suddenly smiled and began crying. When I asked if she really was okay, she responded with a strong nod.

I am. It hurts my heart to see my only daughter not willing to accept me as her mother but somehow, I was okay with it. Seeing her healthy and energetic enough to speak back against me goodness gracious, the other Empresses already told me just how much children liked to be rebellious. It makes me happy. Really, really happy. The floodgate opened. I am so, so, so thankful to see shes alive. I was so worried. I was so scared she was lost to me forever. To see her in pain like that, I thought I thought it was over. Thank goodness. My own daughter, hiiek!

I felt relieved, and so did the others. She was taking it well. Like a good parent.

Good, good! I clapped my hands. Melloxtressa, how about this: Hestia probably needs some time for herself, then why not go out for now? To clear up your head?

She stopped crying for a moment and tilted her head. I do not follow, Saori.

How about we go out and drink a bit together? I suggested.

Ooooh, fantastic idea, Saori! Yorshka chimed in. It would give us some time to calm down and, while we drink, I can give the Matriarch a few tips on handling your daughter. As a mother, I can give you some advice.

I see is this what humanoids do for fun? Yorshka, you should know this but dragons cannot take alcohol too well. Our bodies have a hard time breaking down the toxins, even if they arent harmful to us in any way.

I know that, but Ill make sure to control your drinking amount, Matriarch! I will make sure you wont go on a drunk rampage! Your brother, ancestor Odlesstrus, has handed down tips to control drunken dragons just in case he drank too much with his wife!

It was decided. Tamae-san, Tasianna, and Svena declined on coming since they werent interested in drinking. The two wyverns joined us, mostly to act as guards for Melloxtressa. We might have been enemies once, but it wasnt like we both held deep grudges against each other. They didnt even take Astaloss death too badly.

GuWaaaaaaaah! Melloxtressa suddenly yawned as we exited the RV. When I asked if she was still tired, Melloxtressa nodded.

Yes I honestly havent slept even once since I was pregnant with Hestias egg. Even after laying it, I still did not sleep. Not to mention when Hestia was lost to me. The moment I met her was the first time I slept in seven years.

Seven years?! I was astonished.

Yorshka took over to explain, The gestation period for a dragon egg is one to five years, depending on the parents. Coupled with low reproduction rates and the time needed for a dragon to fully mature sexually. The time needed to hatch an egg is also an issue.

That made sense to me. Five years for Hestias egg to be laid then the near two years of her going missing.

Also, the Matriarch isnt just tired, she is missing out on some serious amounts of sleep. The older a dragon, the more rest they require to stabilize their mana. Thats why dragons sleep for so long.

Well, ten years of sleep usually go by quite fast. Dragon mothers usually have to stay awake for quite a bit to take care of their whelps, but I guess I didnt sleep much when I was striving to evolve into an SS rank. That might have added up, it seems.

Hold on, does this mean you will have to go to sleep soon? I asked, worried for her.

Most likely, yes. Ive kept myself awake for Hestias sake all this time. Once things settle down, I probably should go to sleep but Ive already missed out on nearly two years of her life. I cant just go to sleep

I guess that is a problem. The first few years are the most important for the mother-child bonding. I guess I should have a good talk with Hestia after this.

But first, drinking time.

A note from AbyssRaven

Hestia, Hestia, no, no. Okay, seriously, don't forget to look it through Hestia's perspective. Her little dream with her other half was like a second ago. She did not experience the three weeks the others did since she was in a coma. In her mind, she just fought the geisenlarg and just saw Eshe die. To her, before everything was explained, this was in the same day Griffonpeak was attacked.

Her being a brat now made sense.

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