Chapter 41: Uncertainty.
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Under the warmth of the midday sun, Lavi and Bianca strolled along the meandering path leading back to their vacation home. A comfortable silence hung between them, allowing the events of the previous night to settle. Lavi's thoughts were a tempest of contemplation, and finally, he decided to break the tranquil atmosphere.
"Bianca," he began, his voice carrying a gentle weight, "That plan Rex laid out last night... It's quite daring, isn't it? Lavi's not entirely sure what to make of it."
Bianca, her fingers intertwined with Lavi's, gazed up at him with a thoughtful expression. "Bianca agrees, it's a complex plan, and there are many risks involved. But Bianca can definitely see why Rex believes it's necessary. They've been searching for a way to counter Theo's time-stopping abilities for a long time, and Rex's army of True Qyblith with Lavi's help, might be the key to cracking Theo down."
Lavi nodded, his brow furrowing with deep consideration. "True Qyblith, immortal beings created from Rex's own DNA, capable of retaining their memories and abilities through cycles of rebirth. It's a concept that's both fascinating and unnerving."
Bianca gave his hand a reassuring squeeze. "Indeed, but it's also a glimmer of hope, Lavi. With Rex's army on our side, we might finally have the means to stand up to Theo's overwhelming power."
Lavi sighed, the weight of responsibility pressing on him. "True, but the plan hinges on my power as the God of the End. Rex believes that Lavi's ability to end all things will give his Qyblith the knowledge they need to counter Theo effectively."
Bianca looked at him with unwavering confidence. "Lavi... Lavi always risen to the occasion, no matter how daunting the challenge. Lavi's power is unlike anything they've ever encountered. Bianca believes in you."
A small smile graced Lavi's lips. "Thank you, Bianca. Bianca's faith means the world to Lavi."
They continued to walk, the soft rustling of leaves and the chirping of birds providing a soothing backdrop to their conversation. The sunlight filtered through the leaves, dappling the path with warm, golden hues.
Lavi turned his gaze toward Bianca, his eyes searching hers. "There's something else, though. Since Rex was notified by Althea, the Goddess of Beginning, Althea seems to be guiding us through this matter without even talking to neither Lavi nor Bianca."
Bianca nodded, her expression thoughtful. "It's intriguing, isn't it? Althea's motivations and her connection to Rex remains a mystery. But if Althea played a role in bringing Rex into this matter, it's clear that Althea sees something vital in this plan."
They reached a small clearing bathed in the gentle sunlight. Lavi stopped and turned to face Bianca, his eyes filled with determination. "Lavi has a feeling that this path they're on, as convoluted as it may be, is leading them closer to a showdown with Theo. And when that time comes, they need to be prepared."
Bianca's hand moved to cup Lavi's cheek, her touch warm and reassuring. "They'll face whatever challenges lie ahead together, Lavi. We've come so far, and we've overcome so much. Lavi has no doubt that they can handle whatever comes their way."
Lavi leaned into her touch, closing his eyes briefly. "Lavi is grateful for your unwavering support, Bianca. Knowing that you're by Lavi side gives Lavi strength."
With a soft smile, Bianca leaned in and pressed her lips to Lavi's, a gentle kiss filled with love and resolve. "We'll get through this, Lavi, just like they always do."
As they broke the kiss, Lavi wrapped his arms around Bianca, holding her close. The world around them seemed to fade into the background as they stood together in the sunlit clearing, their hearts filled with hope and determination to face the challenges that awaited them.
Then, Lavi and Bianca split up as Lavi need to do some meeting with Althea herself. After all, he's still quite confused on why Althea refer Lavi to Rex without consulting to him first. Despite her being his wife... Not to mention, the other two goddess surely have some say in this matter too.
So, with quite a tense look on his face, Lavi strolls through the vacation home one by one, greetings all of his wives that stays in the home. However, there seems to be no Althea nor the other goddesses around...
'Where could they be?' Lavi thought, as his instinct started to naturally search for the presence of the goddess. 'Earlier, they're still here. It's not like the meeting took forever...' Naturally, Lavi started to search for her harder...
Then, reality hits him. Which made him smiled. He muttered "Don't tell me, she also foresaw this coming?" Lavi himself knows that Althea is never serious when handling situation, no matter how serious they are... Being the goddess of the beginning, this matter should be a piece of cake for her as she can always do something using her almighty power.
Yet, she purposefully let Lavi awaken his old memories of her partner. The more Lavi thinks about it, the more confused he become.
'For what reason did I awaken my old memories? Is it to kill Theo? Or is there something else that Althea didn't want me to find out yet? If so, did the other know about this?' Lavi started to think about it in a more grand scale of things. Not just focusing his sight on Theo. But the universe as a whole...
Slowly, his mind clears up and he didn't get the feeling of needing to seek Althea for clarification.
"Well, she's my beloved wife who's here since the beginning of time. Even the previous me is in her care... So, I need to not overthink things and just let her plan came to fruition... After all, I have absolute trust in my wives..."
With that in his mind, Lavi went back to just enjoying the vacation with the rest of the family...
Meanwhile, In a very secluded room in the vacation home, a room that no one knew existed... Althea and the other two goddesses are sitting on the floor and just enjoying a nice cup of tea before Althea muttered.
"Well then... I suppose you two understand why I call you here, right?" Asked Althea warmly, yet seriously.
"Well, of course... We're going to talk about that right?"
"What next to come after Theo."
"Indeed, The universe has started to shake once again... It's been millions of years since the last time I felt it shake like this... Which means..."
"The ancient god, has awaken..."
It seems like, what Lavi thought is coming true. In the grand scale of things, Theo is just a speck of dust compared to what the goddesses are talking about...
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