The Ancients World

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~~~(POV: Cera Adamo)~~~

~~~(Location: The Jungles of Nae'mor, The City of Armezix, The Continent of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 7:29 PM)~~~

Light has disappeared with the sun's setting, and we're all sharing a room. The Inn we're currently resting in only had one room available. Meaning it's a room that's quite crowded at the moment. But sometimes, it happens.

Jaeemara is resting near the window in a chair and looking outside and into the city. It's a good view, given we're on a little hill. Sally is lying next to me. Her eyes are already closed.

"When was the last time you saw the capital?"

My question is sudden and personal for Jaeemara. Given she's over 300 years old, she's seen more of Armezix than Sally, and I could hope to. I want to know more about the capital specifically since that's where we're heading.

"I don't really remember... It was before I met Pazemad and when I still lived with my Family. Maybe 160 years ago? A little more, maybe... It's beautiful on the outside, but stay there long enough, and you'll find the rot inside."

That could be said for many Kingdoms and the seats of power that rule them. It's not unfamiliar to me. Not unfamiliar to anyone in this room.

"This may seem too personal, but have you ever thought about your life in a different way? What could've happened if you made different choices?"

She gives a small smile without turning away from looking at the view. The reason I asked her this is clear. I was the one that thought about different choices. That was me. When I found an opportunity to undo the choices I made and make new ones.

I took it.

I'd like to hear from someone that hasn't done that before. Everyone else has to live with their mistakes and choices. I was the one that got a chance to fix my life.

That's exactly what I did.

"Everyone thinks about the choices they've made in life, Cera... Reflection unlocks the doors to one's mind. My Husband and Children are the only things I don't think about changing or doing differently."

Reflection... I've been doing a lot of that recently. It's caused specific changes to occur. Mostly in me, but it's happened in others too. As much as anyone can hate it, your actions can affect others just as much as you.

If not more.

I know that all too well, and it's not something that leaves my thoughts for long. I shake them free before they swarm my mind again. I've thought enough about it for a lifetime.

"To many others, living over 300 years should grant wisdom, knowledge, and patience. We elves don't learn much in that span of time. Our race has many qualities that make it hard to change personally over time. I've strived to change. Most won't."

Eternal life isn't something I've given much thought to. But it's something I have. Being half Angel does that. Sally being immortal to time is good, but my immortality is a bit different than hers.

I'm a Player that's also half Angel.

I don't know what that means in the end, where that could land me as I continue gaining more power.

"Don't you ever wonder where your life is taking you?"

These are questions I'd be asking Sally. Her being asleep is stopping that. Jaeemara takes a small breath and looks away from the window and at me. A smile takes form on her features.

"I couldn't tell you, Cera... I'm not going to try something as reckless as predicting my future... What's the famous saying?"

This one, I know. It's bitten me in the ass already.

"Every time you look at the future, it changes."

A soft chuckle escapes her lips, and her eyes look heavy.

"The past, the present, and the future are all tied together. You'll find out with an immortal life. The past and present seem to mix. Leaving the monster called the future. Only Gods can see the future. The strongest ones. Even that gift is limited to the highest of powers."

Her head leans back a bit and she closes her eyes. Signaling she's ready to sleep, ending the conversation. Sally snuggles a little closer, reminding me she's here. Soft breaths come from her as she rests too.

The past and present seem to mix with an immortal life... That sticks out to me. Immortals perceive time differently. Given that I'm young into my immortality. The longer I live, the more I'll understand Jaeemara. She's lived over 300 years, and she's not much different from other people.

~~~(POV: Queen Romana Zil Lukaerd Elen Roa)~~~

~~~(Location: The Jungles of Nae'mor, The City of Armezix, The Continent of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 8:19 PM)~~~

"Mother, Angel Zern is coming here. I don't know why, when, or how. There isn't any other reason he'd be in Armezix. His purpose here eludes me. I'd like to triple the guard in the palace."

My Son knows as much as I do... Angel Zern is here... In Armezix... I've lived a long life. Sometimes, I wondered when the Gods would send someone to finally take me away from this world. Immortality isn't all it's cracked up to be...

Living this long... You see everyone you know and love die... Crime... Disease... War... Elves are immortal to time, but we're as mortal as anyone else when it comes to sickness and others wishing to kill us.

"It's not something you should be worried about, my Son... I've been waiting a long time for my time to come, and it's on its way..."

What other reason would Angel Zern be here other than to take my life? His purpose here wouldn't be anything else.

My boy walks up beside me and looks out onto the city. It'll be his time to rule all this when I'm gone. I've done my best to prepare him, but I can't say for certain he's ready. I wasn't when I took the crown; I was older than he is now.

"Why aren't you willing to fight for your life... Are you that sick of living..."

Ahh, sickness...

One of the only things that can take an elf's life. Sickness can come in many forms. Physically, mentally, emotionally, and religiously... No one should be forced to live 14,000 years.

"One day, you'll understand... I promise... You'll think back to moments like this and remember me... That's when you'll understand..."

He grips the railing as his hair shadows over his eyes, but I see the stay tears coming down his face.

It's a wonderful thing to be loved so much another would cry over you.

~~~(POV: Saliandra Orvello)~~~

~~~(Location: The Jungles of Nae'mor, The City of Armezix, The Continent of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 7:45 AM)~~~

The running of the shower wakes me up from a rare deep sleep, and I lift my head. Sunshine is barely starting to shine through the windows. Cera is next to me, and it's one of the rare times I'm up before him.

Jaeemara is the one in that shower. I fell asleep pretty early last night, and I know I missed out on some sort of talk. But it's not the end of the world.

"Hey, it's time to wake up."

I raise myself from the bed and gently shake Cera. His eyes flutter open, and he takes a breath. As our eyes meet, all the problems and tension we've had the last couple of weeks is gone.

It's nice to be the way we were.

"Now, isn't this a surprise... I wouldn't have expected you to ever be up before me..."

He lifts his head and looks toward the shower. A ping of jealousy runs through me, but deep down. I know there is absolutely no reason for that.

"The bathroom's taken, huh... I guess we'll have to wait for our turn..."

Our turn... I can get behind that idea...

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A/N: Below this line, I'll be keeping Cera's player information. That way, I won't have to place it into the story above anymore. It takes about 180 words up.

[Slayer (Zern) Lvl.236][Tier-4]

[Exp: 72/100%]

[Title: The Son of Arch-Angel Michael (Hidden)]

[Stats] [Strength - 7095][Endurance - 7045][Dexterity - 7215][Speed - 8240][Focus - 19,660]

[Mana aura control: 6/100%]

[Health: 76,560,000,000/76,560,000,000] [Mana: 216,600,000,000/216,600,000,000]

[Stat Points: 440] [Armor rating: 500]

[Inventory] [Dice of Wayland (Divine)] [The Witness (Legendary Sword)] [Fenrir's Whistle (Divine)] [Camping gear] [Fishing poles 2x] [Festival Garbs 2x] [4x EXP Boosts] [Princess Saliandra's Panties (Black Lace)] [Desert Warrior Nomad Set (Rare)]

[Passive Perks]

[Inheritor of the Sword] [Son of Heaven] [Slayer of Evil] [Holy Willow Trees Savior] [Finder of Legends] [The Divine who has Legend] [Destined for Greatness] [Dungeon Diver] [An Overachiever]

[Active Skills]

[Heavens light Lvl.74 325/7400] [Protected by Heaven Lvl.74 225/7400] [Slash Lvl.92 4600/21000] [Parry Lvl.68 85/6800] [Double Strike N/A] [Kingslayer N/A] [Raging Machine N/A] [Winged Glory] [Angelic Flight] [Divine Pressure Exertion] [Divinity Pulse] [Controlled Fun] [Aspect of Transportation (Legendary)]