"Mom" said Bell running through the house with a smile on his face as his little feet lead him to the kitchen where he saw Alfia standing in the kitchen cooking them all stew.

She was wearing a dark blue dress that covered up her body and the sleeves ended above her elbows and she wore black gloves on her hands. Around her neck the dress went white and made a slight frilled pattern.

"Yes Bell?" She said looking down at him with her green and gray eyes.

"Look at this cool story grandpa gave me, it talks about the story of Argonaut" Bell said with a large smile.

Alfia smiled softly and crouched down before gently rubbing the top of his head "I'm glad to hear that, you'll have to read it to me later" she said.

"Really?" He said with his eyes shining with happiness.

"Yes, I'd like to hear you read it to me" Alfia said.

Bell all but glowed, he then put the book down on the table next to him, then he immediately wrapped his arms around Alfia and hugged her tightly with his ear pressed against her chest, listening to her heartbeat which was his favorite thing to do when hugging her. "I love you mom".

Her smile grew more and her heart warmed before she carefully wrapped her own arms around him and hugged him tightly "and I love you even more Bell".

They held each other for a little longer before Bell let go and looked her in the eyes with a look of worry and hope "mom... can I be a hero to?".

Alfia stared at him for a long moment processing that and debating on what best to say, before she smiled and gently rubbed his head.

"Yes Bell, you can become a hero" she said before kissing his forehead.

Meanwhile Zeus entered the house and heard most of that and couldn't help but still he amazed how fast and much Alfia changed for Bell. She went into mommy mode so fast and did everything to take care of and make sure Bell was happy and safe, plus the most amazing thing was that she never got mad at him being loud, unless it was obnoxious.

"Mom" said Bell gaining both her and Zeus attention.

"Yes?" Said Alfia looking at him.

Bell mustered all the courage he could and looked her in her eyes "I want to be your hero".

Alfias eyes went wide at that.

"I... I know your sick.. but I want to be your hero mom, like your mine and make you happy and save you. I want you to see me grow up to be a hero and save people, but I want to save you the most" said Bell.

She was silent for a long moment processing everything he just said. She wanted to tell him that he couldn't and nothing he did could cure her... but when she saw the look in his eyes, she couldn't dare bring herself to say those words.

"Ok Bell, I'll wait for you to be my hero and save me" she said before kissing him on the forehead again and he kissed her cheek, making her smile more.

Sadly for them, this wholesome moment was ruined by Zeus.

"Where's my kiss Alfia?" Zeus teased.

Instantly the air became deathly cold and thanks to Alfias mommy energy, none of her rage hit Bell.

Only Zeus.

"MY KISSES ARE ONLY FOR MY SON YOU PERVERTED OLD MAN!!" She yelled before a look entered her eyes that he recognized and tried to run away, but it was to late.

"GOSPEL!".

Zeus was sent flying again and the front door was destroyed again.

After he was gone, Alfia turned around and smiled warmly and lovingly at Bell "sorry about that sweetie, come on, why don't you help me make dinner".

"Ok mom" he said grabbing a chair and pushing it next to her and getting on top of it before he looked at her "mom what's a harem?".

The spoon in her hand snapped in that very moment and she was angry enough that it would've scared the One Eyed Black Dragon in that very moment.

"Don't worry about it Bell and that doesn't matter since any girl you get will have to meet my high standards and get past me!" Said Alfia.

Unknown to Bell, Zeus called Alfia the mommy Dragon and he honestly felt bad for Bell, since any girl that wants Bell, would have to steal him from a dragon.

A level 7 over protective Dragon who sees Bell as her most prized possession.

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Bell slowly opened his eyes confused why he had that dream about his mom all of a sudden. But then again, it could also have to do with him reading the book she left him, which went over her life and everything she knew about the monsters.

It even mentioned the rarest monsters of them all in the world.

Intelligent ones that are on the brink of being labeled monsters.

First were true vampires which could be counted on one hand and still have fingers left over. They were almost immortal beings that age extremely slowly and the older they are, the stronger they become.

The last one ever seen was the queen of the vampires, over three hundred years ago and she was on par with a level 6.

The next extremely rare species that Bell read about in Alfias book are dragonoids. An extremely rare species that began when humans mated with intelligent dragons, which created a special species that could transform between human to dragon.

From what her book said, they live deep in Dragon Valley and almost never leave said mountains and are rumored to be a very strong species that could give first tier adventurers a run for their valis.

Both of these species were very rare and to lots of people, seen as monsters, but to others they were seen as demi humans which made things difficult.

The Zeus and Hera Familias tried to search for them with the help of the Hermes Familia, but never truly got anywhere, only rumors and snip it's of information over the years.

"Mmm" he looked over and saw Zidril snuggle into his chest as her ears wiggled In happiness.

Bell smiled and kissed her forehead which woke her up.

"Good morning my future husband" she said with a beautiful smile as she opened up her pale red eyes.

They both leaned in and kissed, then Bell leaned in more and brought his hand up and cupped her cheek and felt her ears wiggle in happiness.

They both pulled back and just placed their foreheads together.

"Bell what do you have to do today?" Asked Zidril.

"Let's see.. Riveria offered to help me with my magic since I have two spells I have yet to use properly, get some herbs from the dungeon for Naaza, stop at the Hostess for a little to talk to Ryuu about something she asked me about. I also have to stop at the Guild and see Eina plus see if I can some information to help Mikoto save Haruhime" said Bell.

"Hehe, I have to work on several orders today and they are from the Loki Familia and sadly they are all elves who hit on me" she said annoyed.

"Should I scare them?" Bell offered.

"Tempting but I'll let you know if they get more annoying" said Zidril before she noticed something "Where's Rose?".

Bell turned around and didn't see Rose anywhere and he was confused by that so he got up showing he was shirtless and his scars were visible.

Zidril gained a look of sadness seeing them, but she had to admit, he looked good with them at the same time.

"I'll go look for her and help Artemis with breakfast" he said walking to the drawer and pulled out a shirt.

Zidril then gained his attention and made a kissing motion, showing that she wanted another one, which he happily gave her before exiting the room.

As he left, he started to put his shirt on and didn't notice Lily down the hall who got to see this and got a nose bleed.

Bell started to walk down the hall, but stopped when he heard puking from the bathroom. He walked to it and gently knocked on the door.

"I-I'm ok.." said Rose.

"Rose I'm coming in" said Bell opening the door and seeing Rose by the toilet that she flushed. He did his best to ignore the smell as he walked over to her "are you ok?".

"Y-yeah... just felt really sick this morning... I'll talk to Naaza when she wakes up, since she's still asleep from staying up most of the night" said Rose.

"I hope it's nothing serious, I'll get you some Chamomile tea for the nausea" he said kissing her forehead.

"Thank you.. and sorry I can't kiss you" she said before puking in the toilet again.

"It's ok, just get better and I'll make sure your breakfast is light for you" he said as he walked out of the bathroom.

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"Please Mia I need you to deliver a message to Freya, it's incredibly urgent!" Said Hermes.

"And why should I do that?" She said crossing her arms.

"Because I messed up badly last night and now Ishtar knows even more about Bell and has her eyes on him" said Hermes.

"Wait, why would she know that? She should only know him for his level ups and lineage" said Mia.

"Like I said, I messed up and Bell is in incredible danger" said Hermes.

"What's this about Ishtar knowing about Bell" said Syr leaning over.

"O-oh Syr.. Ryuu, Anya.." said Hermes getting more and more worried by the second as all three woman were glaring at him.

"Now Hermes what's this about Ishtar knowing more about Bell and him being in danger" she said as her voice became laced with anger.

"What did you say about Bell Hermes" said Anya normally and not in her usual way.

"Tell us now or else" said Ryuu as her eyes promised pain.

"G-girls you can't threaten a g-" "talk now" they all said cutting him off.

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Eowyn finished putting on her elven robes that were shorter so they wouldn't drag on the ground like her other ones. She was going to go to the Wishe Cafe with Riveria and Alica, but Riveria got pulled into a important meeting and Alicia was still asleep from having to look over old records, most of the night.

Eowyn walked out of the twilight manor and began walking towards Wishe Cafe, going off the directions she was given, she began to head south and looked around the streets of the large city.

She still couldn't get over how large this city was and just how many people could live in this one place, in all her years of living, she's only seen this many people were during festivals in the Alf forest.

Her eyes then spotted Babel, which she knew, she'd have to pass, but that was still a ways away on her walk.

As she continued walking, her mind went back to Riveria who revealed to her, that she kissed Bell and she couldn't help but softly laugh at that thought and how embarrassed she was. She then remembered that Ais seemed a little jealous the other day and when she asked, it was revealed that Alicia tripped and kissed Bell.

She was then pulled out of her thoughts, as she continued to walk she noticed that more people were looking at her, especially male elves since they knew who she was.

Feeling a bit uncomfortable, she started to walk faster in hopes of getting away from them.

As she walked faster, she noticed that some elven men were following her, probably hoping to get closer to her to try and marry her or get to Riveria.

Hoping to ditch them, she walked faster and turned down a random street, before sneaking into a alley, hoping to come out on the other side, having lost them.

But sadly she forgot to take into account that these elven men were adventurers.

Almost making down the alley, she was stopped by a couple elven men, with the leader had long blonde hair and blue eyes. He wears a green top with a red cloak that he uses to cover half of his face.

He was Lissos, a old member of the Apollo Familia, but now is part of some weak Familia since no one wanted someone from Apollos Familia.

"Ah lady Eowyn, it's so nice to finally meet you" he said with a smile under his cloak.

"What do you want?" She said with a glare looking at him and the four other elven men.

"Well you see, we saw you alone and decided to help you, but first we want you to pay for us to help you and I know just how" he said in a darker tone that sounded like Apollos. "You could help me, by fathering my children, my line was always meant for greatness and soon they'll in the high elf royal family".

Eowyn felt disgusted at that, especially from another elf "I will not, you know the elven laws and customs, we only have children with the one we give our heart to" said Eowyn with a glare.

"Ahh that's true, but this is Orario and Lord Apollo has shown me how wrong we are for that. Now we can do this the easy way or the hard way" he said walking towards her, while two other elves went to the other side of the alley.

Eowyn looked around and knew she couldn't use magic since it'd take far to long to cast, so she did the only thing she could.

"HEEEELLLLP-" her mouth was shut by Lissos covering it and pinning her to the wall as she closed her eyes.

"Damnit your loud, just keep y-" Lissos wasn't able to finish that sentence when a boot smashed into his face and sent him flying.

Eowyn didn't feel his hand on her and slowly opened her eyes to see none other then Bell standing infront of her.

"Are cin ok Eowyn? (Are you ok Eowyn?)" Said Bell in high elvish.

"Y-yes.." she said looking at him and truly seeing what Riveria saw in him now.

"YOU DAMN HUMAN!!" Screamed one of the elves glaring at Bell with absolute hatred "HOW DARE YOU SPEAK HIGH ELVISH!! YOU DON'T EVEN DESERVE TO LOOK AT ONE!!!".

"He's also the human that danced with lady Riveria.

A new wave of rage encompassed the entire area now.

Lissos stood up and was holding his broken jaw and his eyes burned with rage, he was almost a level 3 so he should stand a chance against Bell as long as he fights smartly.

"Leave her alone and Riv-" Bell dodged a slash, before he pulled out his blade and sliced the elven man, making him jump backwards in pain.

"YOU DON'T EVEN DESERVE TO SPEAK HER NAME!!!" Yelled a elf as he charged at Bell.

Pulling out both his short sword and knife, he blocked a strike from one of them, before kicking him into the wall. He then spun and blocked another strike, while slashing his sword arm, disarming him instantly.

Lissos glared in hatred and pulled out his sword and charged.

Bell ducked under a stab from a spear, then did what Ais always did and kicked him in the head, smashing him into the wall, knocking him out cold.

His keen ears then heard Lissos charging and he easily blocked the strike and disarmed him.

Lissos snarled in anger and tried to attack, but Bell blocked his punch and kneed him in the gut, then slammed his elbow into his back, smacking him into the ground.

This all happened in less than thirty seconds and Eowyn was blown away at seeing all of this.

"What's going on?" Said a Ganesha member landing down in the alley and seeing the unconscious adventurers.

"T-they tried to... take advantage of me, but then Bell here came and saved me" said Eowyn.

"I see, you two can go, we'll take it from here and thank you Cranel-san" the Ganesha member said as him and two others picked up the elven men and carried them away.

Bell looked over to Eowyn and spoke "are you ok?".

"Yes... and thank you" she said with a small smile before looking at him and seeing they were alone "I see why Riveria likes you".

Bells face exploded red at that as he remembered the kiss they had and how she cut him off from asking about that.

"She didn't want to stress you out, but she does really love you and I'm sure you know how us elves work when it comes to love" said Eowyn.

"Once you give your heart to someone, you can never love another" said Bell.

"Your right and you should count yourself lucky, in all her life, many elves have tried everything to make her fall for them, yet you come in and capture her heart, by treating her like a elven woman. Not a high elf or a high elf princess" said Eowyn.

"I.. I don't know what to say" said Bell nervously.

"Do you like her?" She asked.

"...yes.. but I don't want to force her into anything" said Bell "a-also.. I have a wife and a girlfriend".

"Rose and Zidril if I'm correct.. well she doesn't seem to mind given she still fell in love with you, now Bell I'm going to ask you one favor when you two get together" said Eowyn.

"What is it?".

"Make her happy" she said simply.

They were only three words, but to Bell, it was a million.

"I will, I promise" he said.

"Oh and please make her a mom, I want to see some cute half elves running around" Eowyn said with a smile.

Bell did a spit take at that.

"Now come with me, let's go to the Wishe Cafe and go into a private room so I can tell you more about Riveria and some cute baby names" said Eowyn grabbing his hand and taking him with her.

As he was dragged through the streets, he felt lots of eyes on him, including a pair high above them.

They were from Freya who watched all this and smiled happily as she twirled her glass of wine, her Odrs soul was shining brighter every day.

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Alicia was making food and had a warm smile on her face before she gently rubbing her large growing belly.

She was about to add something to the stew, when a pair of muscular arms wrapped around her growing belly before someone leaned in and nibbled on the tip of her ear.

Alicia felt a shiver go down her spine at that and closed her eyes and kissed the lips that nibbled on her ears.

"I love you Alicia" said the male voice.

She opened her eyes to see the face of Bell Cranel "I love you too Be-".

"AHHHHHHH!!!!" Alicia snapped awake from her dream and her face was redder than Bells eyes, her heart was hammering a mile a minute right now and she noticed between her legs were were wet and sticky.

Looking down she realized why and her face somehow got redder, especially as she remembered Loki teasing her all night about her liking Bell and her being to much of a tsundere and a coward to admit it.

That last part really irked her and she was about to go blow steam off, when she looked at the clock in her room and her eyes went wide.

"Oh no.. I was supposed to bring Eowyn to the Wishe Cafe.." Alicia sprung out of her bed and quickly put some clothes on and perfume, before racing out the door at level 4 speeds. She made it down the stairs when she saw Tione and Ais talking about something "Hey have either if you seen Eowyn?".

"Um yeah, she left a while ago to go eat at the Wishe Cafe" said Tione with a slightly depressed tone after Finn snapped at her the other day.

It was something everyone noticed, Tione didn't even acknowledge him for the rest of the day or even today, she just... stayed away and looked hurt.

"I was supposed to take her to it earlier but I overslept" said Alicia before she raced off out the door to find Eowyn and missed a elven man heading towards Twilight manor as he pushed his glasses up and had a smirk on his face.

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"Hehehe so you didn't tell Zidril about you stopping by Hephaestus to hopefully find some jewelry for Rose and herself?" Said Eowyn as she ate her fish.

"Mhm, I want it to be a surprise" said Bell with a smile "but given what you told me about Riveria... I think I'll get her something as well".

Eowyn smiled happily and her ears even wiggled at that "Well in that case, I'd say get her a necklace, she isn't one for jewelry, but she actually loves them, like the one around your neck".

Bell smiled and gently touched it "its from my mom.. she left it for me along with her magic" said Bell.

"She sounds like a amazing mother".

"She was the best" said Bell with a very happy smile as he remembered Alfia.

"Well, I think you should get her something beautiful and that is a promise of eternal love for her" said Eowyn.

Bell was silent as he thought of things and of Riverias own beauty, then his brain remembered reading something from a book before about a pendant that'd work.

"The Evenstar" he said making Eowyns eyes go wide at hearing that.

"She'd love that" she said feeling excited and could only imagine how happy Riveria would be at getting a gift like that.

It was a necklace that promised eternal love, in this life and all those that come after and even into the afterlife.

Eowyn was about to say something, when the door opened to show Alicia standing there and breathing heavily from running around Orario.

"Eowyn" she said smiling in relief, before seeing Bell and her face contorted into anger and embarrassment as she remembered her dream in very great detail.

"Ah Alicia, sorry I didn't wake you up, you seemed so tired so I came here by myself, but some elves... well it doesn't matter since Bell here saved me" said Eowyn with a warm smile.

Alicia looked at Bell for a moment and her cheeks heated up and gave him a small bow "t-thank you for protecting her".

"It's no problem, I was just passing through when I heard her yell and I came to help" he said.

"And I truly appreciate it, Alicia why don't you join us, you know a decent bit about elven jewelry, especially those for love" said Eowyn with a teasing smile as her eyes darted towards Bell.

Her face instantly became red again.

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"I SAID NO!!" Screamed Riveria glaring at Hedin.

"But lady Riveria, we are to be wed, King Larfal demands it and that we both return to the Alf forest to have our first child" said Hedin.

The executives and some others were all watching this in the meeting hall and each one was glaring at Hedin, but the elves felt conflicted now because of this.

"Our union is inevitable. My love" Hedin smirked menacingly.

"Don't make me vomit" Riveria crossed her arms and turned to the side "I don't care what my father says".

"It's only a matter of time Riveria, King Larfal shall push until we are married and you bear my children for the next in line for the High elven throne" said Hedin. "You are a princess and I am a king, so it's only natural this happens".

"Ex king! And for the last time no!" She said loosing her temper.

"We shall marry soon a-" he was then cut off when she finally snapped.

"I WILL NOT MARRY YOU, OR BARE YOUR CHILDREN!!! NOT IN THIS LIFE OR ANY OTHER!!!" Screamed Riveria and she saw that he was about to say something so she yelled first. "AND I WILL NEVER LOVE YOU FOR I GAVE MY HEART TO SOMEONE ELSE!!!".

Instantly the atmosphere in the room changed at hearing that, especially among the executives since this is the first time they've heard of something this big.

Finn was the most shocked and his eyes went to Loki who didn't look fazed, which told him, she was completely aware and this only brought up another question. Who did Riveria give her heart to.

Hedins eyes went wide with shock, before rage filled them "WHO IS IT!? I AM THE ONLY ELF IN ORARIO WHO HAS THE RIGHT AND STANDING TO MARRY YOU!!!".

"IT'S NONE OF YOUR BUSINESS, I ALREADY GAVE MY HEART TO HIM AND HE WILL GIVE ME HIS!!! NOW LEAVE!!!!" Screamed Riveria.

Hedin was about to say something, when Gareth and Ais stepped forward.

"Leave now or Freya won't be able to tell your head from your ass" said Gareth sick of his shit.

Hedin gritted his teeth and glared at Riveria "we are to be wed and I shall inform your father and he will kill whoever this man is! I'm the only elf with high enough standing to marry you!" He then spun on his heel and stormed off.

After he left, Riveria was about to leave herself, but got stopped by Gareth and Finn.

"You love someone elf? Don't ya think that's a bit of important information, since now Hedin will try and get his goddess to come after us, plus other elves might be pissed" said Gareth.

"I have to agree with him, this is very important information" said Finn looking at her for a explanation.

Feeling embarrassed and not wanting to say who it was, she took a deep breath and looked at them "I didn't realize my love life was that important and who I give my heart to, shouldn't matter to any of you".

They all watched as she left, heading to her room and to get ready for her magic lesson with Bell to help him with his two new spells.

Watching her leave, Finn pinched his brow, he had way to much on his plate now and still had to deal with the upcoming expedition, plus trying to figure out if he should let Ais try and take out the Tamer. Now he had to deal with the tension in his own Familia and around Orario is going to be higher with the elves given Riveria gave her heart to someone.

"I'll be In my office, let me know when Loki returns" he said leaving since Loki had to leave right now for a important meeting of the gods.

Tione wanted to follow, but him yelling at her rang in her ears again and she just stood where she was, before leaving to go to her and Tionas room.

Ais watched all of this and wondered who Riveria gave her heart to and why she never told her, she was about to go to the dungeon, but realized she was wearing Bells jacket. She quickly turned back and headed back for her room to leave it in her room to not damage it, which was strange to everyone, since she didn't care about things like that before getting this jacket.

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"Thank you again Bell I really appreciate what you did and taking time out of your day to talk to me" said Eowyn with a small smile as her and Alica along with Bell stood outside the Wishe Cafe.

"It's no problem and thank you both again for helping me with ideas on some gifts" said Bell.

Alica looked away blushing since she told him what types of jewelry he could get and she knew what each one meant.

"Oh come on Alicia it wasn't that bad, don't you want to say something" whispered Eowyn in her ear with a grin.

Said elf blushed more and was about to deny it when Eowyn continued.

"Or did you forget what Loki said last night" she finished.

Her face got even redder as she remembered what Loki said and how she was to much of a coward to admit her feelings and this made her heart twist as she remembered the kiss when she tripped.

"BELL CRANEL!" Alicia shouted, looking at him red in the face.

"Y-yes?" He said feeling nervous and getting ready to run like a bat out of hell if need be.

She marched forward and grabbed him by the collar of the shirt and smashed her lips into his, kissing him.

Bells eyes went wide and before he could say anything, she pulled back and her face was red as she felt lots of stares or even glares from nearby elves.

"I... I love you..." she said getting redder by the second, before taking Eowyns hand and running off while Eowyn waved goodbye.

Bell stood where he was as his brain tried in vain to process what just happened.

"Rose will never let me hear the end of this.." he said to himself before heading to the Babel to get what he needed.

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Bell left Babel with a couple wrapped gifts in his infinity purse, two were for Rose and Zidril, with both having significance to werewolves and dark elves. The other was the Evenstar for Riveria and he also got another gift for Alica for if when as Rose will put it, his heart opens up to her, since he did see her as very beautiful.

He didn't see Eina anywhere in the tower or guild building so assumed she was busy with errands for the guild. Same with Zidril but he learned from Hephaestus, the executives of her familia were having a important meeting, so he was now heading to the Loki Familia.

As he walked down the streets, he felt more hostile glares from the elves, but he ignored them as he got closer.

Arriving at the gates, he stopped infront of the guards stationed.

"I was supposed to meet Lady Riveria today for training.

"Right, she mentioned that, you can head in Bell" said Raul as he leaned back "though be careful around Loki, she's teasing the shit out of Alicia since apparently she kissed you and said she loves you".

Bell looked away before heading inside quickly.

He didn't even make it halfway through the front yard, when he heard a voice.

"Bell".

Looking around he saw it was Riveria who was looking out her window at him and just put a book down and she looked somewhat embarrassed at seeing him. "Come up here and we can begin your lesson with magic".

"Right" he took a couple more steps, before leaping up and landing on her balcony.

"Good job" she said as her cheeks warmed at seeing him.

"S-so what will I b-be learning" he said a little nervous given his earlier conversation with Eowyn then Alicia helping him by telling him what types of jewelry to buy.

"C- concurrent chanting, or at least set you on the right path" she said trying to remain professional, but felt lewd since she did in a way sneak Bell into her room.

The atmosphere was to awkward for both of them and Bell caved first.

"Riveria... I have a question for you" he said getting her attention "it's about what happened under the full moon that night".

Her face instantly went red as she looked down and began to rub her hands together.

"W-what would you l-like to talk about" she said feeling extremely nervous and her heart began to race a mile a minute.

"...Riveria.. do you... like me?" He asked.

He watched her face get redder before she meekly nodded her head.

"I.. I realized I liked you... since we returned from that mission with Artemis... I've liked you since... and have already given my heart to you..." she said still looking down. "B-but I will understand if you don't feel the same... I. Just a old woman... and you'd h-".

She was cut off when Bell walked forward and gently cupped her chin to make her look up at him, into his bright red eyes.

"I've grown to have feelings for you and I want them to turn into love. So if your ok with me and all my faults and that I have two, possibly three others I'm with, then I'll happily accept your heart as well" he said.

Riveria felt her heart hammering away, she was fully aware he had other lovers, yet she still fell for him.

"I-if we are together.. we have to keep it a secret until your strong enough" she said still looking up at him.

"I'm fine with that Nin glad fairui princess (my forest fairy princess)" he then slowly leaned forward.

Her heart exploded as she saw him coming closer and she began to lean forward as well, before both of them kissed each other and she immediately melted into the kiss. It was clumsy on her end, given this was only her second kiss, so she more than happily let him take the lead.

They continued the kiss and she then felt his hand grab hers and interlock fingers with her, making her heart race more.

After a few more seconds, they both pulled back and looked at each other.

"So... how was your second kiss" he said.

"As good as my first" she said smiling.

"I'm glad you liked it" he said pecking her again and seeing her ears wiggle in happiness.

They pulled back again and Riveria spoke "e-even though it's lewd.. I'd like to continue... but we have to work on your chanting" said Riveria.

"Right" he said before remembering something "but before that, I have a gift for you, since I talked to Eowyn earlier and she approved of me getting you this".

Riveria blushed in embarrassment at that, leave it to Eowyn to tell Bell about her own feelings.

He reached into his infinity purse and pulled out a small box "turn around and close your eyes" he said.

Doing as he said, she turned around and closed her eyes, she then heard him open the box and the sounds of metal moving, before she felt him put something over her and it landed gently on her chest. Then he very gently moved her green hair out of the way and clicked something behind her neck, letting the object sit around her neck before he moved her hair back.

"You can open your eyes" he said.

Slowly opening her, she grabbed the object and covered her mouth in shock at what it was.

It was a evenstar necklace.

She looked at him and he smiled warmly at her "I know it's soon but.. I mean what I said and I know the meaning of that necklace".

Riveria couldn't stop them, tears of happiness came down her face as she hugged Bell "I love you too Bell".

Bell smiled and wrapped his arms back around her and held her.

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Two hours have passed since then and Riveria helped Bell with the basics of concurrent chanting before he had to leave to do his other errands, but before he did, he gave her a kiss goodbye which she loved.

He then raced to the dungeon and ran around for a while before finding the herbs that Naaza needed before leaving and finally seeing who he was looking for.

"Eina".

Said woman turned around and as soon as she saw Bell, a smile appeared on her face "Bell".

"How are you?" He asked walking over to her and having to look down a little given his growth spurt has been hitting, since he's now completely eye level with Riveria.

"I'm doing good, I got a promotion and a large raise, so I'm happy. Also thank you for exposing Royman" said Eina.

"I'm happy to hear that, oh also I need your help for if you can spare me thirty minutes. I'm gonna running around and I need to stop at the Hostess in a hour" said Bell.

"That's no problem, just follow me to one of the private meeting rooms" said Eina as she lead Bell to one of the rooms and they both sat down infront of one another with a large book shelf to the side. "So what did you need my help with Bell?".

"It's.. a bit of a delicate situation, so before you react allow me to explain everything" said Bell.

Eina nodded her head and gestured for him to start.

Taking a deep breath, he told her about the Red light district and the situation with Haruhime and how Mikoto wants to save her and Bell promised her he would.

Bell left out the part with Phryne, it took Rose and Zidril a hour to comfort him after what she said, she wanted to do to him.

"I see... well the Ishtar Familia is a top class Familia in terms Of their record in the dungeon and their business exploits and a fair share of their compadants are level 3 or higher, with Phryne Jamill as their captain. A renard named Yukime used to be the vice captain.. but something happened and she isn't anymore and split the entire Familia apart.

But back to what I was saying, Phryne is a top class adventurer at level 5 and from what the rumors say, she's almost a level 6" said Eina as she looked up and saw Bell shiver.

"Are you ok?".

"Y-yes... but I saw her and... I don't want to see any Amazon's for a while.." said Bell.

Einas ears drooped a bit at that "I can't exactly blame you, given all the rumors around her. Just stay away from the red light district near the tower, apparently that's where spends most of her time now days".

"Thank you for telling me that, it makes me feel safer" he said.

"I-it's no problem" she said a little embarrassed, before clearing her throat "Yukime used to be the vice captain and is a level 5 as well, but Phryne is still stronger than her. But like I said, some things happened and now a man named Tammuz is the new vice captain".

"Anything on why the Familia is split in two?" He asked curiously since he's never heard of a Familia doing that before.

"I'm not supposed to tell you this but... years ago the Ishtar Familia was doing something fishy and other familias filed complaints, but Ishtar used her funds to protect herself and counter sued them and took everything they had and exiled the Familia. After that, Yukime came to power out of nowhere and built a second tower in the red light district and brought in all the demi humans, far easterners and even the few elves that work and gave them a safer place to live" said Eina.

"I see... thank you so much for all of this Eina" he said.

"It's no problem Bell... just promise you'll do your best to stay safe" she said looking down a little.

"I... I can't promise that.. but I can promise to do everything I can to come back alive" said Bell.

"That's good enough for me" she said with a small content smile.

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"Bell!" Yelled Syr running through the Hostess which was in one of it's slower parts of the day, before dinner rush which was two hours away. She ignored everyone else in the pub and jumped forward, hugging him tightly "I missed you!".

"S-syr" he said a little shocked at being hugged so tightly by her "we saw each other just the other day".

"I know but I missed you in that time" she said not wanting to let go "even Ryuu missed you".

Bell blushed during all of this and he looked up expecting to see said elf, but she was nowhere in sight.

"She's in the backyard, she borrowed one of my tables and said she wanted to talk to you about something" said Mia with a glare that wasn't taking no for a answer.

"Um ok.." he said a little nervous and let Syr go who very reluctantly let him go as he walked into the back.

Opening the back door, his breath got caught in his throat.

Ryuu was standing by a table wearing a pale lilac, almost white colored dress and looked at him slightly embarrassed.

"S-syr said I s-should wear this" she said red in the face.

"Y-you look beautiful" he said instantly.

Ryuu blushed more and looked down before gesturing to the table that had some snacks she made for them.

Walking over he sat down in his chair and looked at Ryuu who sat in hers "so what did you want to talk to me about".

"...i-it was two different things.. but the second one c-can wait" Ryuu said as she played with her hands "I-I'd like your a-advice...".

"Sure, ask away Ryuu, I'm always happy to help" he said making her smile softly.

"I-I... I want to start a new chapter in my life b-but... I want to apologize to my goddess.. lady Astraea... she helped me so much but before I did... those things, I told her to leave Orario" said Ryuu.

Bell could see the pain in her eyes because of that and it eas easy to tell how much this was bothering her and was most likely only getting worse over the years.

"But I can't yet... I need to apologize to her.. but I'm scared on how she'd react to seeing me or hearing of me..." Ryuu said.

"Ryuu what was your goddess like?" Said Bell.

"She was best goddess anyone could ask for, she always did her best to make us happy, safe and felt loved. She was like a mother to all of us and I wish I could do something to make it up to her for all she's done.." said Ryuu.

"Then I don't think she'd be upset, I believe she'd be happy to hear from you" said Bell gaining her attention "if what you say is true, then lady Astraea would be beyond happy to hear from you and if you invited her back to Orario. Then I'm sure she'd come racing to see you again to see if your ok".

"Y-your sure... I'm... I'm just scared of hurting her again or if sh-" she was cut off when Bell gently placed his hand on hers making her eyes go wide and cheeks burn.

"If she really is like you described and like a mother to you, then your mom would want to hear from her daughter and see her again" said Bell as his other hand subconsciously went to his necklace. "I know since I believe my own mother would do the same if she were still around".

Ryuu nodded her head and her heart felt lighter at hearing that and was glad that Syr told her to ask Bell about this.

Said girl was watching all this and gushing how cute it was and was determined to set up a date with Bell now and set one up for both him and Ryuu now.

"What was the other thing you wanted to talk to me about" said Bell before he took a bite from the cut up apple on the table.

Ryuu immediately blushed as the conversation she had with Syr came racing back into her head and how Syr said they can share Bell with Rose and Zidril.

"I-it can w-wait... u-until I talk to m-my goddess and c-clear my name" said Ryuu.

That immediately hit Bell as he remembered her bounty and how Orario saw her as a villain, even though she helped stop Evilus and got rid of a Familia that was helping them.

He then remembered something on how Ouranos said he owed him a debt and Bells eyes went wide with realization for what he could do and if that wouldn't work, then he'd pay off Ryuus bounty himself and ask Ouranos to reveal the truth of Ryuu and how she stopped a evilus Familia.

"I can wait till then Ryuu" said Bell before he reluctantly stood up "I'm sorry but it's getting late and I need to get home to help my Familia with plans for a couple different things".

"N-no its ok, I understand" she said as she stood up and followed him inside.

"So did you two talk about something useful or did you just steal my table to gossip" said Mia looking at them as they walked into the dining room.

"It was useful Ms Mia and thank you for letting Ryuu barrow a table for a little" he said.

"Hmmf it's no issue, that elf needed it for something important and she's been fidgeting all day, especially around the time you were gonna be here" said Mia.

"M-mama Mia!" Said Ryuu embarrassed.

"So Bell do you have to leave us?" Said Syr walking over to him.

"Ye- Hermes?" Said Bell looking towards the door where he saw said god.

"A-ah Bell how are you?" Said Hermes hoping that Bell wasn't mad at him.

Bell wasn't mad. He was pissed.

He started to walk towards said god and Hermes immediately put his hands up "w-wait Bell before that I need to tell you s-something important".

"And that is?".

"W-well... I-ishtar may... know... about you..." said Hermes shrinking more and more as Bells glare became more like Alfias and Meterias.

Everyone then heard a loud crash as Bell punched Hermes into the ground where a giant welt was on his head.

"That's for leaving me in the red light district with a Aphrodisiact. Now go find out some information on Haruhime to make it up" said Bell.

Hermes just let out a groan of acknowledgement.

"Be careful Bell" said Ryuu looking at him "a-and if you need help.." she said.

"I'll be sure to ask if I do Ryuu" he said and was about to leave when Syr ran up and did something he wasn't expecting.

*Muah*

She kissed his cheek.

Bells face got red as he looked at Syr who was blushing and playing with her hair "that was for helping Ryuu".

"O-oh um t-thank you" he said unsure what to say especially since he's been kissed by Alicia earlier and not to long ago he went and kissed Riveria as they both said they loved each other.

"No problem and thank you again and make sure you come back soon" said Syr waving him bye and smiled at seeing his soul pulse brightly.

After he left, Syr looked at Ryuu who was blushing and she decided to tease him "why didn't you kiss him like I said?".

"Hauuu that's to lewd and we aren't even together or married..." said Ryuu in embarrassment.

Syr couldn't stop herself from giggling.

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Arriving back home, he entered the manor and saw everyone but Rose in the living room and were all talking.

"Hello I'm back" he said getting everyone's attention from the meeting they were having from what Hestia and Artemis were told at Denatus.

They all looked up at him and it was a mixture of worry and happiness in the room, especially from Artemis who looked to be all but glowing.

She was the first to get up and walk to Bell and hug him "it's nothing bad, but I am very happy and you will be too" she said before taking a step back "go to yours, Rose and Zidrils room, Rose has a surprise for you".

"Um ok.." he said unsure what to say as he walked past them all and climbed up the stairs and walked to their bedroom and opened the door to see her with tears running down her face as she held something.

"Rose are you ok?" He said closing the door behind him and walking over to her.

"I'm more than ok... I'm.." she looked up at him with a tear filled smile that had nothing but love and happiness on her face as she held up a small rod with a ball on the end which was glowing "I'm pregnant Bell".

His entire world froze as he stared at her and very slowly started to walk towards her "y-your pregnant.." he said.

"Mhm, we are going to have a baby... your gonna be a dad" she said.

Bell stopped infront of her as tears started to run down his face as he looked at her, before he fell to his knees and hugged her as he placed his ear against her stomach and smiled.

Rose fell in love with him all over again and wrapped her arms around his head and moved her tail over so it was gently hugging him to.

"W-were gonna be parents... I'm gonna be a dad" he said.

"Yes you will be Bell" she said as she watched him stand up and hug her again before picking her up and spinning her out of sheer happiness.

Once he put her down, he immediately kissed her pouring all his love into the kiss "I love you Rose, I love you so much and thank you for this... this is the best day of my life".

"I love you too Bell and this is the best day if my life as well and thank you for giving me this" she said as she took his hand and placed it on her stomach.

They kissed again before a thought finally popped up in his mind.

"I'm beyond happy.. but how? You drank that tea that prevents pregnancy" said Bell.

"I took to long to drink it, your supposed to drink it within 12 hours of sex and I forgot to and drank it way past that time limit. Also I was ovulating which made it easier, plus your skill" said Rose.

Bell nodded his head and placed his forehead against hers "is it a boy or girl?" He asked.

"I don't know.. it's to soon for that rod to tell us, we need to wait longer... but you do know about werewolf gestation right?" She asked and saw him shake his head. "It only lasts between five to six months, even when we mate with a human".

Bells eyes widened even more at realizing that they'll have their child even sooner and he felt even more excited and happy. He fell back to his knees and gently kissed her stomach which made her smile softly.

"Rose I have some things to tell you about today and what happened" he said.

As they were both enjoying this moment, Freya watched through her mirror and she couldn't believe how bright Bells soul was and just how happy both him and Rose were. It was beyond beautiful in her eyes.

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In the twilight manor, everyone was eating dinner with some small talk, but all the elves were staring at Riveria or more specifically the necklace she proudly wore.

Word spread throughout Orario like wild fire that Riveria gave her heart to someone and now that she was wearing the Evenstar, that all but cemented it.

Rumors were spread and most elves believed that her and Hedin finally got together, but that was very quickly shot down as they were told she rejected him and said she was with someone else.

"Ok seriously Riveira you gotta tell us, please" said Tiona staring at her.

"It's my secret to tell and It will be revealed in time" she said still glowing and her cheeks and ears burned as she remembered the kiss and him placing this necklace on her.

"Awww no fair, I need to find a man now..." said Tiona.

Ais looked at Riveria and she felt.. weird and for some reason when she was told about the necklace... her mind subtly drifted to a image of Bell which confused her and wondered why that made her happy.

"Well Tiona it's not like you have a massive amount of options if you want someone stronger than you" said Tione still slightly depressed "maybe you should look elsewhere".

"Hmm I guess your right, I hope I meet my hero one day like Olna Garof met Argonaut and fell for him" said Tiona with a blush on her face.

Tione smiled at hearing that and hoped that she'll one day find the one she loves.

"Ok everyone I got some important news that's more annoying than anything" said Loki standing up and getting everyone's attention "Rakia is invading again and this time they mustered a army of around sixty thousand".

"That's twenty thousand larger than last time, how did they bolster their army that fast?" Said Finn looking at her.

"Hermes said that Ares went on a huge recruitment drive or forcibly conscripted lots of people, but that's not the most shocking part. He also has adventurers this time" said Loki seeking looks of shock. "No, Ares didn't grow a braincell and make them, they are adventurers from minor familias out in the world that joined him and from what Hermes heard, the strongest they have is a level 2".

"How many times has this been? What the thirtyith since I arrived in Orario" said Lefiya.

"Please don't tell us we have to go fight them again... I'd rather try and make friends with the Freya Familia" said Tiona.

"That sounds more fun than dealing with Ares, I lost count how many times we had to kick his ass" said Gareth "it's like kicking a brain dead dog at this point".

"That's a insult on dogs" said Anakitty.

"So are we gonna have to fight them?" Said Finn.

"No, around the time they will be invading, we will be in the dungeon, so Ouranos is putting Freya in charge this time" said Loki "but also he's having the Hestia Familia join in on the war once they return from the dungeon since they will be done way before us".

Finns brow furrowed at that and wished they could stay so he can observe Bell, but knew that wasn't a option given Evilus and the Tamer controlling monsters down in the dungeon.

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Two days past since then and Bell told his Familia everything he learned about the Ishtar Familia, he then went and strong armed Hermes to find some information on Haruhime and how they can rescue her or else he will tell Rose and the other what he did.

Hermes very quickly began searching for clues on her, but came back with some not to great news.

She was in a tricky situation since from what he heard, she was part of the reason why Yukime and Ishtar were on the brink of civil war.

Hearing that Hestia and Artemis were now deciding what to do, since they didn't want to start a war, but they also wanted to save Haruhime from the red light district.

Bell also told Hermes to set him a appointment with Ouranos since he can get it done faster than the guild can and he was hoping to clear Ryuus name with Ouranos's help.

As of right now, they were all in the dungeon on floor 16 helping Welf, Lily and Mikoto get better stats and not have to be as protected by stronger monsters.

Naaza stayed on the surface to guard the manor and since she was still to scared of the dungeon, not that anyone blamed her given her past.

But right now Bell and Husfreya were standing next to each other watching as the three took on a Minotaur.

"Mikoto is good, but needs to work on her speed more along with endurance" said Husfreya watching as she dodged a strike from the minotaur.

"Well considering this is her third time fighting one, she's doing very good" said Bell as he watched Welf move in and slashed it across the chest.

"That is true, but I will be sure to help her with that" she said before looking at Bell "You mentioned you'd like to spar with me, are you still up for that".

"Yes, I think it'd be good for me to learn how to find a opponent that relies more on defense and uses striking attacks instead of slashes" said Bell.

She nodded her head before her mind went to most recent status update and she felt quite pleased with herself.

Husfreya

Level 5

Strength: B 742

Endurance: A 895

Dexterity: C 671

Agility: D 510

Magic: G 202

Strike Of The Valkyrie

Hunter: F

Abnormal Resistance: G

Skill: ultimate defense. Allows user to endure stronger attacks and can block three strikes from a opponent much stronger than her.

She was very close to leveling up, she simply had to do a feat worthy of the gods now and she'd be a level 6.

Bell and her continued to watch them fight before Lily shot the minotaur in the eye and both Welf and Mikoto ran in and finally killed it with a slash.

"Good job both of you, give it a few more months or possibly weeks if you push yourself hard enough and you should be able to fight one on your own" said Husfreya.

"I look forward to it and thank you lady Husfreya and sir Bell for helping train us" said Mikoto as she gave a small now.

"Lily is just happy she leveled up and could help Bell" Lily said.

They were about to continue when they heard something.

Looking down the tunnel they heard more stomping before the cause of the noise appeared.

It was well over thirty minotaurs and a bunch of ligerfangs plus hellhounds.

"Oh god what the fuck caused this?" Said Welf slightly exhausted from fighting one minotaur.

"All of you get behind me and Bell" said Husfreya as she lifted her shield infront of her and pulled out her spear and aimed it at the monsters.

Bell moved forward and pulled out both his own weapons.

Both of them charged forward and began fighting off the monsters while the others provided support for them, but as the fight went on, they never saw a couple figures watching with one of them looking like a toad and licking her lips.

Bell ducked under a strike and swung his sword, plunging it into a Minotaurs stone, before he raised his gauntlet shield and blocked a strike from a Ligerfang. He then aimed his hand and used a quick firebolt, killing the monsters.

He was about to jump back in and get near Husfreya to help her, when a large figure appeared before him.

"Hi little rabbit" said Phryne with a twisted grin before swung her massive axe at him with the flat side.

Bell raised his shield to block the blow, but the strength of the hit shattered it and sent him across the area, where he smashed into the wall.

"BELL" Yelled Lily.

"What are you doing here Phryne" said Husfreya coldly as she cut down two minotaurs.

"Gehgehgeh isn't it obvious, I'm getting me my rabbit who I'm gonna have fun with tonight, now if you'll excuse me" she said walking to Bell who's mind was pounding from the impact.

He looked up and was met with a gut punch from her, knocking the wind out of him, before she smashed her foot into his head and into the ground cracking the floor and knocking him out cold.

"I can't wait to make you hump till you drop" said Phryne picking him up and walking away leaving the Hestia Familia to deal with the monsters.

Husfreya narrowed her eye and began slaughtering the monsters more viciously In hopes of saving Bell given her task is to protect him and Rose under Freyas orders.

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The Hestia Familia searched all over the dungeon once Husfreya finished slaughtering all of the monsters, but couldn't find them anywhere which meant only one thing.

Bell was in the red light district now.

Husfreya told them to go back home and tell Hestia and lied saying she was gonna try and see if maybe they didn't make it to the red light district. In reality she went up into Babel and entered the room where Freya was along with Horn who finished her spell.

"Ahh my dear Husfreya, what are you doing here" said Freya looking at her.

"Forgive me lady Freya but I have bad news" said Husfreya.

Now Freya was curious.

"Me and the others of the Hestia Familia were in the dungeon helping the weaker members boost their stats when a Phryne Jamill lead a pass parade to us" said Husfreya with her head still down given what she was about to say next. "While me and Bell were fighting over thirty minotaurs, Phryne shot out of one of the tunnels and beat Bell unconscious before... she talked about raping him and kidnapped him".

The room went cold instantly after what Husfreya said at the end and a cold chill went down everyone's spines.

Freyas eyes held a murderous glint in them and nothing else but pure seething rage.

"She will do... what?" Said Freya as arcanum began leaking from her.

The level of anger Freya was feeling right now scared everyone in the room as her eyes went towards the red light district.

"Ottar gather all my children. Ishtar has stepped on my final nerve" said Freya as her teeth grinded against each other "she isn't dealing with the goddess of love anymore. She's going to deal with the goddess of war".

"Yes lady Freya, what should we do about Yukimes faction in the red light district, its a open secret she wants her goddess dead" said Ottar.

"If she joins us then leave her alone, If not then destroy them" said Freya as she walked towards her closet and opened the door revealing her armor and weapons.

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Ishtar smirked to herself as Phryne dropped a bloody and unconscious Bell infront of her.

"Good job Phryne, now that we have him, we have a edge over Freya, now we have to just wait till the full moon and capture Haruhime" said Ishtar.

"Gehgehgeh, can I have him then? I want to see what he can do. Or even better, let me kidnap that werewolf he's with and she can watch as that rabbit humps away with me" said Phryne.

"You can do what you want later, for now keep him restrained until we are ready" said Ishtar "and you cannot kill him or else I will do the same to you".

Phryne froze under her gaze and nodded her head reluctantly as she dragged Bell away.

Taking a drag from her pipe she smiled to herself "soon I will take that bitch down, but first I'm gonna make her watch as I turn Bell into my thrall and let Phryne have her way with him".

Aisha clenched her fists but said nothing as she remembered the look on Haruhimes face when she said that Bell will save her.

Leaving, Aisha was heading for Yukime to tell her what Ishtar is doing and that this will most likely start a war with Freya.

One does not simply kidnap the one Freya has claimed and not face her Wrath.

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Back in Babel in her personal office was Hephaestus who was working on some paperwork when she heard knocking on the window. Turning around she saw a larger eagle that she instantly recognized as Zeus's eagle and it had a letter wrapped around its leg.

Standing up she walked to the window and opened it, before reaching down and grabbing the letter before reading it.

"Hello Hephaestus, it's been as while hasn't it. Zeus was meant to send this letter sooner but he was getting punished by me about not telling me my grandson existed".

Hephaestus shivered at that thought for how angry Hera is.

"But back to what is important, Zeus was gonna request something from you, but so am I and it's the same thing and I want you to used my Familias funds to pay for this.

Bell isn't normal and he can handle the strain of this weapon and he will need this given the beast is slowly beginning to wake up, also Zeus is hearing rumors that the kraken has shown itself again. Also the seal for the Leviathan is weakening and signs of it coming back to life somehow.

Hermes also informed him that a new Behemoth has appeared and both me and Zeus believe this has to do with chaos.

Because of all this we want you to make Bell this weapon. Make him the blade of Olympus, use the strongest materials you can and we shall send Bell a letter for something to help you make the blade.

Like I said earlier, he will be able to handle the strain of this blade, even as a mortal and in time you will see why, since his birth and conception wasn't normal given my idiot husband. But given his stupidity, this might very well save the world".

Hera.

Hephaestus leaned back as she watched the eagle fly away into the distance and her mind was racing with everything Hera told her.

The kraken is showing up, the leviathans seal is weakening and might return and a new behemoth is coming back somehow and chaos is involved.

But worse of all, The One Eyed Black Dragon is slowly beginning to awaken.

And now Hera and Zeus wants her to make Bell a mortal human the blade of Olympus to stop all of this.

"But what do you mean he isn't normal? And how is Zeus involved with this" said Hephaestus grabbing her head in pain before sighing. "Very well Hera... but you and Zeus better know what you two are doing".

She then stood up and walked to her work bench to begin drawing up her plans for a new blade of Olympus for Bell Cranel.