Arthur found himself standing before Celestia again.He looked around at the vast space studded with stars and her glorious form seated on her throne. She kept staring at him, her face expressionless, her mouth shut. They stared at each other for a long time before Arthur became fed up and said, "Well, say something. You've been awfully quiet."Celestia released a deep breath and replied, "I should be asking you the same thing. Why are you here?"Arthur raised an eyebrow, "What are you talking about? Didn't you summon me?""No, I did not. You summoned yourself here," she said firmly.Surprised, Arthur asked, "Does that mean I'm not dead?"Celestia nodded, "No, you're very much alive. Your consciousness is here, but your form is still in battle with The Devil King."Frowning, Arthur balled his hands into fists, saying, "You knew all this while Lily was the Devil King. You knew all along and still refused to tell me.""Yes, I knew, but it would be unfair to tell you. There are rules I
The arena was filled with divine energy and dark shadows intertwining in an intense struggle.With each swing of his sword, Arthur cut through the shadow demons, their dark forms dissipating under the blade's holy light. Lily, on the other hand, weaved through and countered Arthur's attacks. Their clash transformed the arena into a whirlwind of celestial and dark energies colliding. "It beats my imagination how you could have so much powers left," Lily jeered. "You're unbelievable, Arthur. What on earth are you?""I am not just an ordinary god, Lily. My powers stem from the very essence of my willpower," Arthur replied confidently.With a new surge of his divine energy, Arthur raised his sword high, and with a resplendent light, he unleashed a devastating strike that obliterated all the shadow creatures in one fell swoop. The force of the impact shattered the arena into dust and pieces, leaving just him and Lily floating in the vastness of space.Lily laughed as she witnessed Arth
As the new god of Astralia, Arthur was faced with a great deal of responsibilities. He realized Celestia had been right about the tremendous amount of work he must face as the sole god of Astralia. Still despite all that, Arthur strived to ensure his reign brings about positive change throughout the kingdom.First and foremost, Arthur focused on unifying the diverse regions of Astralia.Astralia had several regions and kingdoms which were scattered throughout. By placing the Valiant Vanguard's to rule each of these regions, he was able to foster harmony and cooperation among its inhabitants. He established regular meetings with other leaders from different territories to address issues, resolve conflicts, and ensure equal representation for all.Then there was the people's welfare. Arthur knew that introducing modern technologies from Earth could greatly improve the lives of the people in Astralia. He began a comprehensive campaign to bring advancements in various areas, includ
Arthur slowly regained consciousness, his head feeling heavy and his body weak. As he looked around, he noticed he was in a hospital room, connected to an IV drip. Confusion filled his mind as he wondered how he ended up here.Outside the hospital, he could hear the distant sounds of cars passing by, and he caught a glimpse of an airplane soaring through the sky as he looked out the window. His heart skipped a beat as he recognized the familiar structures of the city of Metro. It couldn't be true, could it? Was he back in his world?The door creaked open, and a nurse entered the room, her eyes widening in surprise to see him awake. "Oh my God," she exclaimed before hurrying out to call the doctor.As Arthur waited, he couldn't help but wonder about the strange turn of events. What had happened to him in the Celestial Council's realm? Why was he back here? Questions swirled in his mind as the doctor rushed in to check on him."What's happening, doctor?" Arthur asked, his voice st
The next day, Arthur walked out of the hotel, determined to find a pathway or gate to Astralia. He felt an unyielding desire to return to that realm and save everyone. He won't rest until he did that.As he strolled through the city, lost in thought, he passed by the bank when suddenly he heard gunshots. His instincts kicked in, and he realized there was a hold-up happening inside.He stiffened, knowing that people's lives were at risk. He felt his hand balling into a fist. What kind of a man would he be if he didn't save those people?Then, a risky idea struck him. What if he allowed himself to be killed again? Perhaps dying might lead him back to Astralia.With newfound determination, he hurried into the bank, surprising the robbers. They pointed their guns at him, yelling, "Get down or we shoot!"But Arthur stared back at them defiantly. "Well, go ahead. Shoot me."The robbers were perplexed by his fearlessness, exchanging puzzled glances. One of them warned him again, but Ar
Arthur was surprised at Celestia. He stammered, "We can't do this? You're a god..."She chuckled and waved her hand dismissively. "Don't be a dunce, Arthur. Look, we're both gods, and we can still procreate."Arthur was taken aback by her response. "But we can't. Why? What good would it do?"Celestia sat on the bed, facing him, and stared directly into his eyes. "Let me explain," she said gently. "In the realm of gods, there's a balance of power, much like the concept of Yin and Yang. By combining our powers, we create a unique energy that embodies the best of both of us."Arthur looked puzzled. "And how would that help me face Astorath?"Celestia smiled, her eyes gleaming with desire. "When two individuals with complementary Yin and Yang qualities come together, their energies combine to create a harmonious and balanced relationship. When you and I mate, we shall create a flow of energy stronger than any god."Arthur couldn't believe his ears. "You mean if we mate, I'd gain an incre
Astorath's created razor-sharp energy blades that filled the air, making it difficult for Arthur to maneuver. Arthur remained composed, channeling his inner strength, determination, and experiences as he gripped his sword, which shimmered with divine light. With a swift motion, Astorath released his celestial blades, sending them hurtling towards Arthur like a barrage of shining projectiles. Arthur's movements were swift and evasive as he dodged the blades using bursts of divine energy to propel himself through the air.Then he retaliated with a burst of his own divine energy, a radiant wave that scattered the celestial blades in all directions. Astorath's eyes narrowed in surprise at the display of power. "Impressive. Your rapid growth in swordplay is second to mine but it would take a lot more than that to defeat me."The two gods closed the distance between them, their swords clashing with a resounding impact. Their energies intertwined, creating a magnificent display of divin
Arthur looked into Astorath's eyes, and saw a gleeful smile on Astorath's face. Astorath spoke, "This battle is over. I've won."In that moment, Astorath unleashed a devastating blast of energy that exploded Arthur into ashes. The force of the blast left nothing but smoke and ashes where Arthur once stood.Astorath rubbed his hands on his chest, feeling disgusted. "Weak." He was certain there was no way Arthur could survive that obliteration.Suddenly, the wind grew strong and swarmed around Arthur's ashes. Astorath watched, feeling a warning in his mind, but before he could react, something extraordinary happened.From the ashes rose a powerful surge of Phoenix flames, swirling and igniting in a blaze of vibrant colours. The flames took shape, and there, emerging from the fiery inferno, was Arthur, renewed and transformed.His body was engulfed in the majestic Phoenix flames, and his eyes glowed with a divine radiance. The very essence of rebirth and resilience emanated from hi