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Xavier was in quite an awkward situation as he walked with his son. Just the two of them. At a time when things could be considered peaceful and not much to worry about. This was actually a great and rare opportunity, right? He should make the most of this time and, if possible, continue to make an effort to be with Gala and Bellamie. This is what he's doing while waiting for Cathleen to wake up. Occasionally, Xavier asks Kyler about Cathleen's progress privately because there's a lot to talk about regarding Cathleen. Although what they really need to increase is the waiting time.Except for one thing that, for Xavier, could be considered a disturbance. Interruptions from Erick, which have already made Xavier quite annoyed. But he can't just chase the guy away because the political relationship has been established for a long time.He understands why Erick is pressing him and asking for information about his only son. After all, Xavier clearly knows the consequences that will come onc
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Gala laughs, knowing his dad is covering something. Somehow, he's felt his sensitivity to something has increased, especially through the gaze of someone talking to him. "Really? I haven't even thought about what strategy to take against Dad.""But when you fought against Gideon, everything seemed well calculated."Gala chuckles in response to the smirk on his father's face. "No, Dad. Everything just happened as if something was guiding me. As for deploying troops and their leaders, we all discussed it briefly."Xavier is astonished. "All of them?""All of them." Gala nods. "Sounds strange?""Very. They always move individually, not caring about each other, even competing and not wanting to give in. They even compete to show off the best. You can see and judge for yourself someone like Maverick Osmond."Gala agrees with his father's narration. "It's a bit difficult, especially since they're all stubborn, but at least I succeeded in some parts."Xavier pats Gala's shoulder again. "Not
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The dice spins in the middle of the arena between Gala and Xavier, forming an invisible but very thick special dome that won't be affected by the multitude of shots fired. The vast area is almost entirely used by them, with several walls and other obstacles standing. Each of them holds their own favorite weapon, and behind Gala's back, there are twin swords that always accompany him. The same goes for Xavier."Don't hesitate to shoot at me, Kid."Gala chuckles. The long-barreled weapon he's been using since earlier quickly reloads, and in just a few seconds, Gala reappears from behind a wall quite distant from his father. His father does the same. From the beginning of their training with weapons, he knows his son's capacity is above average. "When did I try to defeat you? You're the one who said not to be careless against anyone."Xavier's laughter is heard along with a shot aimed at Gala. It almost hits his temple, where the shot makes a deafening sound as it hits the wall that was
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Ah, why is his mind so confused even though he himself mentioned something about Alexander Millian."Don't be careless, Dad." One of the swords in Xavier's right hand is thrown after Gala just loosened it. Not finished with that, the tip of the sword in Gala's hand is directed towards his father's neck. "You lose."Xavier is very satisfied. His laughter echoes loudly as Gala immediately puts away the sword. Then he accepts Gala's outstretched hand to help him up. "You're really great.""I learned from the expert, Dad." Gala's smile is etched. The sword he used has been returned to its place. He raises his hand to the sky where the dice is shining orange more strongly. Then it slowly descends toward its master. "Tidy up this place. Make sure nothing is overlooked," Gala whispers."I'm sure your mother will scold me for causing you a little injury." Xavier ruffles his son's hair affectionately."It seems unlikely. In fact, Mom will scold me for fighting with Dad."Xavier doesn't want to
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Bellamie couldn't wrap her head around what they were doing. Both Xavier and Gala's clothes were dirty, not to mention their faces scratched from who knows where. Were they wrestling with tree branches? Or diving into a thorny ravine? Or worse, Bellamie even entertained a fear she dreaded; that there might be an enemy sneaking and following them. Then, a battle in the forest. Oh my! Bellamie had just felt peace here. At least she felt that even if she had to step out of this big and comfortable masquerade, there was nothing to worry about, right?"Mom doesn't need to worry like that," Gala approaches his mother, who looks at him with a worried look. "We're okay.""How can you say that so easily, Gala? While what I saw this time is not something I can take lightly." Bellamie sighed. She followed Gala's steps towards the wardrobe with spare clothes. They were in a room where Cathleen was still faithful, her eyes closed. Bellamie spent her time here, not doing much, but at least her eyes
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"For what? Why are you always skeptical? Alexander got his share too. He likes to collect luxury cars, right? I gave him some too.""You're crazy!"Then Maverick Osmond's laughter filled their phone connection and he unilaterally disconnected it. Not that Seth didn't want to accept it, but he was very strange about their current camaraderie. Have they entered a new era? The era of peace? No. Truly, Seth didn't mind. But... after competing for hundreds of years and Seth has always kept Eastern Metro from competing in any way with other Metro regions. To protect from many threats and follow the instructions of the Old Advisor, as Seth realized that if he got involved in inter-regional wars, Eastern Metro could be completely overwhelmed and suffer a lot of losses."Maybe he's a little shaken in the head," Gala joked, as he had finished the troublesome right part since earlier. "I sent the latest parts, and it's perfect now. You just have to choose what model you want. My father's design
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Gala kept glancing at the room where Kyler was completely focused. It was brightly lit, and some of his trusted people, whom Gala knew often assisted Kyler in the operating room, were present. If there was anything Gala could do other than moving his legs aimlessly like this, he would have done it. Especially with his heart becoming increasingly uncertain, his eyes couldn't look away from the people there.His steps halted as he realized someone touched his shoulder. His mother."I'm sure Cathleen can get through this, Son." Deep down, Bellamie felt the same level of concern. Especially when she found Gala panicking in his room. The girl, who had been sleeping comfortably, suddenly started convulsing violently. Blood came from the corner of her lips, and her eyelids opened slightly, revealing only the whites of her eyes."I... I'm scared, Mom." Gala hugged his mother. Regardless of the sudden fear he had, it turned into tears. On his mother's shoulder, he poured out everything that wa
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"But why did Gideon give it to Dad? It's a bit strange, especially since I still remember how Gideon chased me just to get the dice back.""Elder Langham had already died due to the coup within the Langham family itself. Where only Gideon was left, and you know he ended up leading, right?" Xavier focused his attention back to the room, which still showed little change. It was the same, where Kyler was busy giving orders, and he could see the hands of the large man covered in blood-stained rubber gloves that he knew came from Cathleen. What actually happened earlier? What did the dice do to the girl? As long as he remembered what was in the book, the dice wouldn't do something like taking a life just by touch. But... when touched by Gideon, it wasn't... no, not because of that. He still remembered Alexander Millian's hand turning black because the dice couldn't be touched casually. There would be a unique reaction. But it should be different with Gideon. Xavier also saw clearly that Gi
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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
