Chapter 86 - 86: Tangled Past

In a faraway land, a magical floating island exists. It graces the realm of its presence and houses a prominent entity.

The magnificent prism structure is a radiant and marvelous wonder. It's located in between the Sovereign Palace and the Astral Realm.

The heaven is clear tonight as the beautiful, majestic moon shines with all its glory. Amidst of this peaceful ambiance is a building tension around its premises.

Grand Master Lucius is monitoring the stars' movements once again. There is a sudden faint glimmer shone from the darkness that caught his attention.

He narrowed his eyes at the phenomena and started to wonder if he imagines it. Everyone gathers on that spot, and he might have made a mistake.

Then again, what if he didn't?

He stood up and waved his hand to close the viewing platform. Grand Master Lucius was about to leave the starry hall but halted as he saw his younger twin blocking the way.

"Lucis, how long have you been standing there?" Lucius asked in a surprised tone.

"I just arrived. Why? Was there something I shouldn't see? Did you foresee my destiny? Was it grim?" Lucis asked jestingly.

Lucius rolls his eyes as he heard his nonchalant response. There is really no way he can hold a conversation without ending into an argument.

"You know very well. This platform only shows those from Lower Astra. How can I foresee your fortune?" Lucius sneers.

"You can always swipe and change to foresee something else. That is how this works, correct?" Lucis chuckles.

He is not entirely wrong. One can foresee someone or something specific on the platform if he wanted. He can locate anyone with the use of the Heavenly Star Platform and know their destiny.

He wasn't well versed in using this magical apparatus, but he has an idea of how it works. Its a privilege from working under their Great Niece, who once facilitates the place.

"Don't be ridiculous. Why waste time on knowing your fortune? I am trying to locate Great Niece." Lucius said in a sarcastic tone.

"Didn't the Sovereign King relieved you with that task? Why are you still looking for her? She is probably enjoying herself somewhere." Lucis nonchalantly replied.

"Have you descended to Lower Astra recently? It is quite a mess down there. How can anyone enjoy a peaceful life there? Besides, why can't I even detect her presence anywhere? She must be in danger." Lucius refuted.

"Have I ever mentioned she is living peacefully? She might be enjoying going against fate for a change. Her life has always been dictated and predetermined by everyone. What is wrongdoing the complete opposite for a change? You should relax too. You will age faster for being a worrywart." Lucis calmly responded.

He sighed and left his brother, dumbfounded by his argument. Still, he can't deny he has a point that their Great Niece is probably doing something unconventional these days, and that is why she has gone missing.

Does he know something, and he refused to inform them?

Lucius' gray cloak flutters as he turned around and falls on his shoulders. He silently disappeared, leaving the cold empty starry halls.

He decided to visit someone as he carries on with his investigation regarding his missing niece. He simply can't let it go and wanted to make sure she is really alright.

Where could she have gone all this time?

In a way, it is also an excuse to meet someone. How can he forget he is mentoring an adorable child who surpasses his expectations?

How can his brother remain oblivious of her existence?

The question only piles up as he continues to contemplate. He doesn't want to remain in that room and starts to seek his answers.

Meanwhile, back in Mystic Spirit, Eu and Lord Foeni escorted Noite to Inner Courts. The atmosphere around them is somewhat awkward as the silence continues to drag.

Lord Foeni avoids and trying his best not to look at Eu. Noite, on the other hand, can't help but smile as continue to observe the two.

"You are more suspicious, trying to suppress not to look at her. You are obviously hiding something from me. You are not trying to lure me to my grave, are you?" Noite asked jestingly.

Though he is confident they aren't sending him to his last destination, and he is more embarrassed than guilty. How can he miss the opportunity to pry and poke his nose?

"Come on, Ravikanth. Tell me, what is Eu to you? She is really adorable, isn't she? I assume she has plenty of admirers and..." he started teasing them.

"Enough, Noite! Stop talking about her like that. She'll feel uncomfortable." Lord Foeni interrupted him.

Though he didn't know who exactly his rivals were, he can't deny he is not the only person attracted to her. He even suspects Lord Azure and Di'Anon as his rivals, after all.

Eu, on the other hand, remains silent and seems not paying too much attention to their conversation. Her thoughts continue to drift away as she contemplates the scenario.

Her memories of three hundred years ago were somewhat hazy. She remembers arriving in Celesea to meet people, including Lord Meness and Grand Elder Eiteilla.

Their conversation was not clear to her, but she can only assume it is regarding the Shadows and the mysterious entity behind them.

She creases her brows, trying to search her memories from a distant past.

She recalls…

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"...I won't allow you to do that. Let me handle it." Lady Eiteilla insisted.

"You know what will happen if you do that. You can't endanger your people." she refuted.

"My people will survive this calamity even without my presence. Endangering yourself, on the other hand, is unacceptable." Lady Eiteilla calmly responded.

The Division of Realms has separated everyone while their enemy grew stronger than before. Only their unification can save their world from annihilation.

How can they win if they have forgotten to work together?

How can they mend their broken bonds?

They are living separately far too long that their relationsh.i.p.s have deteriorated over time. Will they able to salvage what remains on broken friendsh.i.p.s and forgotten alliances?

"The Heavenly Sword and Shield should have protected Prince Meness. Why did he break it...?" Lady Eiteilla murmured.

The girl with amethyst eyes understood her words. She can only assume that the Nether Realms holds a secret they don't know.

"Prince Meness has gone mad. You should refrain from visiting their realm. I will try to inform the others of the impending calamity..." Lady Eiteilla reassures her.

"You know that I am the only person who can persuade them. Eiteilla, you can't..." she began as she begs her to reconsider.

"It's a risk I am willing to take. You are my friend..." Lady Eiteilla smiles as he pauses before she continues, "I can't endanger your life and selfishly request you to take in charge. If something happens to me, it was fate, and I was able to save my best friend. You are not even supposed to be here..."

"Eiteilla..." she helplessly murmurs.

"I am not the reason you are here. There are things that we can't avoid even how hard we try to intervene..." Eiteilla reminded her.

Saving Grand Elder Eiteilla can only halt the tragedy. Her death is inevitable in order to draw out the malevolence.

She came to assist them despite all the odds. How can she turn a blind eye knowing their struggle will all be meaningless. She had to intervene.

"Don't be sad. I will try my best to persuade them. It'll be okay..." Eiteilla calmly said.

Even though she knew things wouldn't be in her friend's favor, she had to believe she could surpass this tragedy. She clenches her hand helplessly as she forces a smile.

"If you are in a tight spot, you have to summon me. I'll be there to save you. Promise me!" she demanded.

"I promise..." Eiteilla finally uttered to assure her.

Eiteilla lips slightly curve up and nod her head. She knew very well this is the last time she will see and converse with her friend.

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Eu ended her recollection as she looks back at Noite and Lord Foeni. She has altered the course of destiny to arrive on this path.

'You should have let me handle this matter, Eiteilla. Maybe, we can prevent that from ever occurring...' Eu silently thought.

Though she knew that is not the case, she remains hopeful she can defy the heavens and save her friend. She truly wishes to save everyone.

Not long, Lord Foeni notice something unusual and inquired.

"Eu, where is Lumina? Why is she not with you?" Lord Foeni curiously asked.

Ever since Lumina's appearance, she rarely leaves Eu's side. How can he miss the furry Mystic Beast disguised as a muffler missing on her shoulders?

"I asked her to run an errand for me. Don't worry. I'll be okay on my own. I have plenty of people around me even before she came…" Eu explains.

Noite knits his brows as he wonders, who is this 'Lumina' they were referring to? He doesn't remember anyone is accompanying Eu during their meeting.

Not to mention, Lumina has a familiar ring to it. He somehow felt he had heard the name before, and she started to pique his interest.

"Who is Lumina?" Noite asked.

"She is my guardian." Eu candidly responded to his inquiry.

There is no reason to hide it and told him truthfully who Lumina is to her. Still, she does wonder how he would react after getting the information about the white Mystic Beast.