Chapter 245: Ira's Ark

Chapter 245: Ira's Ark

My decision will remain as it is, I will stay in this world. Karas remained steadfast in her choice which Ira seemed to expect.

Mother And Kara seemed to take it just how he expected.

Then we have decided to remain with you. The Valkyries who held no relation to the Thynne Family all decided to remain.

Of course, to the Valkyries, Kara was a figure that they viewed in a similar manner as the Dark Elves viewed Ira. Though, they didnt overtly worship her but none of them would go against her word.

Then should I give all of you divinity? Itll still be useful in this world at least.

You can do that? No, I suppose I shouldnt be surprised anymore...If you grant them divinity I would be eternally grateful.

There's no need to be.

Mother, this doesnt have to be the end...There is another world to explore, why must you-

Lauren. Kara cut her daughter off with pure determination emanating from her entire body. The mortals and the remaining Gods need to be guided, now more than ever. I wish to repair the effects of the last one thousand years. I cant just leave this world behind like this.

I Lauren closed her eyes and gathered herself. I'm sorry, I understand your decision now and I will respect your wishes.

Lauren, Kara said warmly as she embraced her daughter.

I dont want to interrupt but I really have other things to do, so take these. Ira lightly waved his hand and a pristine metal box appeared in his hands. Each orb will grant the person of your choosing divinity. Also

Ira pointed toward the black sigil on Karas wrist and it changed into the symbol of two black wings.

With that, you should be able to move between realms easily enough and you can even gather some of the Origin Force to use should those remaining Gods decide to revolt.

Thank you, Ira. Please, take care of my descendants.

I always have. Now, where is it that you would like to go? Well be moving soon.

Theres no need, we will find our way outside the city to see you off.

Well then, this is goodbye, Kara Thynne.

...Be well, Ira. Kara bowed her head just as Ira vanished from sight along with Lauren.

The Red Moon illuminated the streets of the city and spread over the citizens who were gathered in their entirety. The number of humans brought to the city had gone up noticeably but it was nothing compared to the growth of the native races.

The attention of the people was all gathered on a single spot, at the top of a massive temple built in Iras honor. It was there that Sylun stood with a large contingent of guards, priestesses, and scribes.

For those of you who remember our lives after the collapse Sylun began to speak and the echo of her voice stretched to all corners of the city.

No, that isnt right. She shook her head before realization filled her eyes.

Those of you who survived that wretched war and stand here with me now. You are aware of our history, our desperate and painful history. We were nearly wiped out after the Collapse and those who remained journeyed across the continent only to settle in a miserable stretch of land. We lived in- I lived in constant fear as a leader. I survived hundreds of years living in fear that the other countries would stop tolerating us and attack. Before the Red Moon gave us life again, before the Godsteel made us valuable, we were nothing but a pitiful people. But now

Ira dismissed the room until only those who directly related to him remained.

Im ready, Ira! Harper bounced on her heels enthusiastically.

Although she had definitely aged in the past few years, she still carried hints of childishness.

Im sure you are. Ira smiled as he realized Harper was the only living sibling of his.

Even though she was originally a human, she still carried traces of his bloodline and he saw her as his sister.

When we arriveUm... Liliara mumbled in an uncharacteristically shy manner. Can I have my own Kingdom, Papa?

It was surprising for her siblings to see as she usually remained cold and unreadable while making occasionally rare displays of affection, but never so blatantly.

If thats what you want, sure, Ira said while letting out a chuckle at his daughters lofty demands.

I want a kite! Nephele added her own desire.

I want a sword, Father. Valeryn joined in.

A...pet...wolf? Zephyr muttered as if she was unsure.

I dont want anything. Whether it was true or not, Raveria spoke like a stoic older sister.

You all get what you want and more. Ira made sure to memorize everything they asked for and made a few guesses as to what Raveria wanted.

Now, all of you should go to your own rooms. I have to make a few preparations and itll be hard to concentrate if youre all watching.

Rhys grabbed Nepheles hand and gestured toward Zephyr who quickly began following them.

Be careful Ira, Avery said as she led Raveria, Valeryn, and Liliara out of the room.

Sure, sure, Ira replied, waving them away with a warm smile.

After everyone departed and Ira was alone, his eyes turned completely black. He raised his hand and began to make strange gestures while a faint tremor spread throughout the city. It felt foreboding, but it didnt progress and remained as a light quake that was barely worth fretting over.

From outside the city, Kara and the other Valkyries watched as the entire city began to float into the sky. Underneath its foundation, black tendrils formed from mist slowly danced, causing the city to resemble a living creature.

As the city rose higher, a dark opening formed in the sky and began to swallow the entirety of it. It was a hauntingly silent and sluggish event that Kara had no way of comprehending.

Goodbye, Kara whispered to herself as the city vanished.

The only sign of the city ever existing was a gaping crater where it last stood.

Come on.

Kara took flight along with the other Valkyries who occasionally looked back due to their sheer disbelief. The city of the Dark Elf Empire and the Red Moon which hung over it completely vanished.