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"What are you doing?!" Kyler widened his eyes in surprise. He pulled Gala's shoulder quite strongly for the young man to stand, but Gala pushed it away strongly. As they faced each other, the ruler of Metro West felt as if receiving many invisible blows that made him feel tight and difficult to breathe. The young man who had impressed him for some time. Fearless in the face of many enemies and very skillful in using many weapons and throwing many punches here and there. Also, his sharp and calculating gaze in implementing many strategies.But this time, in front of him also stood a figure of a young man who looked very desperate. His fatigue was clearly visible in the corners of his eyes, but what filled Kyler's head was not just that. So much sadness and helplessness now dominate him. The sharp gaze is gone. Replaced by a very disturbing melancholy for Kyler. Usually, Kyler never cared about sentimental feelings like this, but seeing Gala like this made him drop a feeling of pity."D
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Gala never takes his eyes off Kyler's careful actions with the tip of his knife. Several times, the man glances at Gala, seemingly seeking consideration, and Gala simply follows his instructions, nodding. The knife moves deeper, splitting the chest area of the girl where there was previously a similar wound. However, the wound has closed perfectly, leaving only a small, faint scar.The beeping sound on the monitor screen creates a tense atmosphere in the room, which Gala would describe as a mix of an operating room and Kyler's workspace. The bright lights continue to focus on the girl's body, now dressed in different clothes. After the green color was applied to facilitate Kyler in 'reinstalling' the heart of this still-closed-eyed girl, several tubes and cables were attached to Cathleen's body. Occasionally, Gala ensures that the movements on the monitor are still there, though weak, making his heart increasingly uneasy.Gala opens the box with trembling hands, as blood continues to
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Gala's breath suddenly caught. "Don't tell me...""No," Xavier shakes his head firmly. "I didn't fall in love with Cathleen if that's what you're worried about. It's just that, didn't it cross your mind that such a possibility might happen?""I don't know. My mind can't digest that. And if that happens... I... I...""Chill out. I'm just messing with your logic, Gala. No need to worry. The only ones I love are your mother. And... you. My child."The tightness in his throat slowly loosens, allowing him to breathe again."When I decided to help her, I saw a beautiful future. Even if I had to spend hundreds of years just with her, it's not just her and me. There's also Rosaline and you, Gala. You're destined to be together." Xavier takes Gala's hand gently, lifting Cathleen's hand to join theirs in his grasp."I took good care of this girl because I knew and saw a future for you two. I approve of you reaching that beautiful future, Gala, because this is the end of my past actions. And I t
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Gala remained faithfully seated beside Cathleen, who still hadn't opened her eyes. All the monitors overseeing her life force still looked weak. The constant beeping from the machine had become a distinctive sound that accompanied Gala throughout the week. Only occasionally did he move away from Cathleen, where the four of them took turns watching over her.The girl's condition slowly began to improve. Her body was no longer too pale, and the skin no longer showed bones wrapped in flesh. Although it couldn't be confirmed how long it would take for her to open her eyes, at least there was a better hope, right? That's the only thing they could affirm together to continue nurturing hope for the girl to open her eyes again. To be back with them."Have you finished your lunch, dear?" Gala turned to the figure who had just entered the room where Cathleen was being treated. The room was as spacious as when his father was lying there before finally regaining consciousness. The figure smiled w
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"Why do you speak as if Cathleen is already very skilled in the kitchen, and you know exactly that?""During Mom's search, from the moment I met her, sharing many stories about Dad and the actual condition of the Metro world, she was the one who accompanied me, Mom. Taking care of me too. She's good at cooking and knows my favorites; grilled chicken.""Don't tell me her cooking is much tastier than Mom's?"Gala shook his head quickly. He wouldn't have the heart to hurt his mother's feelings even for this trivial matter. "No-no. Not like that. Mom's cooking is the most delicious no matter how much time I spend waiting for her to open her eyes."Bellamie was indeed teasing Gala, whose face suddenly panicked."I don't care how much time I spend waiting for her to open her eyes, Mom."Bellamie nodded."Cathleen will surely open her eyes, right, Mom?"Xavier eyed the guests who came to visit this time with a sharp gaze. It's not just one or two people who met him in downtown West Metro. Th
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Bellamie stared at the back that hadn't moved from its position. The night in West Metro was actually very beautiful. A large window made of glass showcased most of the outside view. Bellamie could open it with a single automatic button located to the right of the window. But she didn't do it because the blowing wind was quite strong. They were actually ready to sleep, but it seemed something was bothering Xavier. Her husband pulled back the blanket and sat, staring at the large window. Perhaps, Bellamie thought, he assumed she was deeply asleep, allowing him to momentarily leave her who was still comfortably covered with the blanket.In fact, since Xavier returned from the city center, they had been talking casually. Gala, who had started to show less worry, also joined in, though he wouldn't move from Cathleen's side. Bellamie understood her son's feelings and actions very well. Although Seth had advised and warned Gala to at least rest, it seemed the young man chose to ignore it. B
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The gentle movement on Bellamie's lips was immediately responded to with an equally gentle response. The hand that was originally in Xavier's grasp was placed back around her husband's neck. What she felt again was when the fairly large palm greeted Bellamie's waist, only covered in thin sleepwear. He lifted Bellamie's body slowly until she was truly on Xavier's lap. Still with lips pressed against each other."I never questioned what you look like now, Rose," Xavier said right above the surface of his wife's moist lips. He momentarily stopped his play on those tempting lips. "To me, you're still Bellamie Rosaline, whom I loved since the first time we met."A sense of emotion infiltrated Bellamie's heart. Warm and truly made Bellamie look at Xavier even more closely."Do you still remember our first meeting?""I will never forget, Xavier."Bellamie never forgot that day. The day when the South Metro was greeted with a winter that made Bellamie tighten her scarf. Her eyes wandered to m
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Ever since Xavier first saw Bellamie in that alley, he knew he was smitten. His bright light brown eyes were always full of enthusiasm and high optimism. From the height of the buildings surrounding Bellamie's destination, he had been watching her. Even if the dark brown-scarfed girl was smart enough to read the situation, she wouldn't have stepped into that deserted alley that could put her in danger. Yet, those eyes once again disturbed Xavier, where there was a high spirit accompanied by a smile, indicating that she had many hopes.Xavier's eyes betrayed him, even though he didn't need to care, right? His body followed Bellamie from a distance. Out of the many women he had encountered over the hundreds of years, why was he drawn to this woman as if pulled by a magnetic field? Even if examined closely, her face wasn't overly beautiful, and her body could be said to have the typical South Metro woman's posture.True to Xavier's suspicions, a crime occurred in that alley. Seeing that
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"Maverick!" Alex yells, where his sword has been pulled perfectly. Repelling the sudden and quite brutal attack because these big cats are very different from the animals that have been showing the way to this strange forest. Where pine trees that used to look dense now begin to shift or not, who knows. In Alex's eyes, everything seems to be moving away as if bringing them to a fairly large but rocky place.The sky is still as dark as Alex knows. His sword swings several times, pressing the cat to retreat, but it seems their strength is immense. Alex fights against almost four animals, which have very long fangs. Their orange eyes and hisses are terrifying. Alex is sure that if he gets bitten by those fangs anywhere on his body, it will result in a deep wound. Moreover, if these creatures are mythical, it means the injuries they cause can be severe."Try not to get bitten," Alex says loudly. His sword swings again to hit one of the heads of the creature that suddenly jumps to attack h
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"Okay. Forgive me. I don't know why you keep saying that I'm careless because I want to throw away the die. You owe me too much, Cathleen.""I know." Cathleen smiles thinly. Her eyes again stare at the link of their hands. "We will live long while holding hands like this, sir. Trust me. The time waiting for you won't be long. And when that day comes, I'm sure we'll all be happy together."Actually, Gala doesn't want to release the girl's grip, but once again, Cathleen's gaze is so convincing. "How long?""Be patient.""How long, Cathleen?" This time the question is so firm because Gala is not a person who likes to wait for a long time, it turns out. Especially when it comes to Cathleen. The question receives a wide smile from Cathleen. She closes it with a sweet kiss as a farewell before she really releases the link of their hands."Do many things with the people who love you, sir. I think the time waiting for you won't feel long."Gala blinked slowly."And never, ever intend to throw
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Gala blinked repeatedly. He even woke up with very slow movements as if savoring the moment. In front of him, Cathleen stood with her sweet smile. The color of her face looked fresh. Her blue eyes were lively. Not to mention... oh my! Gala could hardly believe his own eyes."You... you... real?"Cathleen sighed loudly. She walked with a bit of lifting her somewhat bothersome dress. "Actually, I haven't finished my task. Why are you so careless!"The young man stood silent, motionless, with his eyes fixed only on Cathleen, who was now approaching."I've often said that this die can't be handed over. It has a special authentication code regarding its owner. When you intend to discard it, negative energy comes out just like that. And do you know what happens?"Gala is still confused. "Wait, wait! Don't say things I can't digest so quickly.""When are you going to respond to all my statements?" Cathleen grumbled to herself. She carefully took the die hanging around Gala's neck. Her lips s
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Gala coughs violently. The pain in his back makes him suddenly breathless. He falls to his knees with a grin that still doesn't want to diminish even a bit. How could it diminish when he repeatedly had to hit trees or large rocks around him. The die still can't be touched again and emits a stronger blue light. Gala still remembers the first time they met in that corridor. The blue light... bright but also makes his heart quite comfortable. But this time, the blue around the die is different.Which Gala eventually realizes, the blue light comes from the hologram girl's projection. The original color of the die itself is a not-too-bright orange, not dazzling, but always makes Gala excited. Somehow the die has a way of being near Gala, but that's what the young man feels."Return," Gala whispers softly while wiping the corner of his lips slowly. The intention to throw away the die as far as possible seems to have to be reconsidered. What he is experiencing now seems to be a protest from
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Xavier's earlier remark makes Maverick chuckle. "If you're joking, you should pay attention to your surroundings. If you leave my body there," Maverick points quickly, "What will happen to South Metro without me?"Xavier remains silent. He starts thinking about how to cross this seemingly endless chasm, except for the dangerous fog and steep rocks. He never knew there was a black panther guarding East Metro. He should have asked who this big cat really was before deciding to follow it. Ah, it's all because of Maverick who casually requested the big black cat for this Gala search.For some reason, his heart is restless, and everything revolves around the dice. He feels that the dice did something to Gala, and that fear is proven. In front of him is no longer the forbidden forest where the end should be a twin hill, one of its slopes slightly sloping. Indicating the border with North Metro, but what he sees is no longer what he imagined. Everything looks very different.He has lived for
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Moreover, until that moment, his whereabouts were unknown. And now, for some reason, what really happened and what he went through made him even more curious."What do you want to ask, Alex?"The sturdy man is quite surprised to hear a question from Xavier. When he turns, the man next to him just laughs."Your head is so noisy."Alex blinks slowly. "Don't tell me you know what I—""You guys are too noisy," Xavier quickly interrupts, then his eyes turn to Maverick, who is still enjoying his cigar. "Especially you, Mave.""You know, I do love talking. My mouth feels cramped just being silent like this all the time. Luckily, the cigars I brought have enough stock until tomorrow." Maverick only glances briefly. "I'm sure whatever's in my head Alex won't be easy for you to share, right? So don't bait us to pressure you to speak."This time, Xavier laughed. "I still can't find the right correlation about your relationship with Gala. Has my son often visited you guys?"Both Maverick and Alex
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The last trace of Seth's troops deliberately following Gala ends near the Netland village border. One of the quite remote villages but is one of the most popular tourist destinations for residents of North and South Metro. Most tourists come from both Metro regions. The village is still surrounded by evidence where snow perfectly covers its peaks, but it gets the most sunlight. Strangely, the warm light cannot make the hilltops melt. Only pine forests that still grow lush and maintain their authenticity.For this search, Seth was asked not to join, although the man insisted. But what Jiro said was true. At least for the next few days, Seth shouldn't leave the White House, especially when his heart is still uncontrollable. Losing Cathleen must be a severe blow for him. Kyler, who came earlier, also agreed with what Jiro said. Choosing to accompany Seth in this city center.Actually, for Xavier, this search is not too necessary. He is sure Gala is fine. Even if this search needs to be d
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"Have you seen Gala?" Maverick has been quite curious about the young man since earlier. Since that news came, he hasn't wasted any time. Seth Rafael can't be lying, but after hundreds of years? What really happened? And how can this young man seem to know the girl in the white coffin very well? Maverick is not blind to notice that some people, including Xavier, seem very affected by this event.As far as his memory goes about the battle that took place between all of them and Gideon, there is no leader of the regions who did not survive. Everything returned to normal despite suffering some injuries. Only Gala. Yes, only that young man didn't come back. Xavier, who last met the young man, did not answer any of Maverick's questions about the whereabouts of his son. As if they were hiding something, but Maverick didn't understand.They returned with a lot of questions, which also made Mave and Alexander agree to search for the whereabouts of the young man. Although Maverick doesn't have
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For someone who spent a lot of time alone, where he once thought he could never meet his parents again, trying as hard as possible to survive. It doesn't matter who underestimates him. He doesn't want revenge to be his own vendetta. Suddenly, someone appears who observes him, cares for him, raises his hopes, tries to forge him to be better – undoubtedly, the arrival of this new person means a lot to him. And when that new person leaves forever, the young man doesn't know how to face his life anymore.Although... he managed to find both of his parents. He saved them. And at least, what he wanted is achieved. To live peacefully with his family.The sky he's looking at now still offers the same beauty as when he first set foot here. In this wooden cottage, his father spent a lot of time during his visits to East Metro hundreds of years ago. Usually, Cathleen was always by his side. Talking about all kinds of possibilities was also something that left a deep impression on him. The journey
