Chapter 138 - The Prince Of Stars, Orion

Time passed. It was finally time for Amanda to give birth. 

They named him Orion for his origin, just like Amanda was from the stars. 

For the past three months, the masters of the earth have sought power from other worlds. At present, Christopher could now summon a gigantic sea serpent from Solaris! And the best part was how it led him to find his mother. 

Amanda, unknowingly, gifted her child with the most powerful sight. It was the part of the truth that Agatha saw in her vision, and she told this to Amanda as well. 

For the past months, Agatha maintained to rule the people on the moon while occasionally returning to Aeros. She still has yet to find the right opportunity and reveal to her clan about her found love and family, but she meant to. 

Theo, on the other hand, announced a portion of the truth about Agatha. He just could not bear to keep hiding his wife from his people. 

After two weeks since Agatha's return to their side, Theo told his nation that his wife turned herself dead to return to her real world, and like Amanda, she too lived in a world with magic where they remain forever young.

To protect Agatha's home, however, Theo, Christopher, or Cassy never told where their mother came from. The greed for eternal youth was too fearful. 

There were objections here and there, but Theo did not care. He maintained to bring Agatha outside of Aeros and just let his people see how his wife was a good-hearted person. 

Following the path for power growth, Taara was lent with a shuriken blade from the people of the Achernar star, belonging to the constellation of Eridanus, and the ninth-brightest in the night sky. 

The shuriken blade could increase in speed with the help of her wind, capable of cutting through flesh with just one thrust.

After learning that Amanda's lineage came from a star and so was Christopher's mother, the masters realized there was power amongst the stars and there were plenty out there, not just in one but in other galaxies. 

The next to seek more power would be Abasi. Through the suggestion of Agatha, their next expedition would be to further galaxies where cosmic powers were said to have been felt.

However, for now, all the masters needed to face a more eventual day, the birth of Orion. 

From inside Christopher's room, Agatha was one of those who aided Amanda, teaching her how to take proper breaths. Another experienced healer was there to ensure the safety of both mother and child during the delivery. 

"This is so hard. Why - Why is this so hard?! Mother?" Amanda asked, taking deep breaths. She was feeling every bit of her labor pains, crying at the same time. 

"Why can't Orion be born magically?!" She screamed, sensing another painful contraction. "Ahhhh!"

Agatha chuckled and caressed Amanda's cheek. She said, "Shhhh, don't worry. When this is all over, you will realize the pain is worth it. Besides, this is part of motherhood! You should experience it."

Christopher who was standing near the bed utterly froze. He gulped at how his wife was struggling through her birth pangs. 

Turning to her husband, Amanda said, "What are you looking at?! This is your semen right here!"

"I - did not do anything. You should be mad at the Venusian sword and not me," told Christopher while raising his hands up. 

"Ahhh! Go away! Go outside now!" Amanda screamed at Christopher. She could not understand her frustration at the moment, but she did not like the fact that she was so much in agony and her husband was merely watching her!

When Amanda saw Christopher really did attempt to leave, she screamed again, "What are you doing? Why are you leaving! You ass!"

Christopher, "..."

"Son, get back here and support your wife," told Agatha, pointing at the side of Amanda's bed. 

The master of water did not really think that his mother was serious. Agatha had earlier warned him that Amanda would become unreasonably upset while going through labor pains, as it was true for her. 

"Get your ass back here and feel the pain with me!" Ordered Amanda. 

Christopher awkwardly did as his wife instructed, sitting next to her on the bed and holding her hand. He said, "I'm sorry, my love. We can do this for Orion."

"Mother, can you please transfer the pain to Chris? It's not fair!" She pleaded to Agatha. "We should both share the misery!"

Christopher gulped at the suggestion, and sweat easily formed on his forehead. He turned to his mother, slightly shaking his head. 

With eyes widening, Agatha turned to her son, whose face painted a million objections. She was about to at least make Christopher feel what Amanda was experiencing when the healer checked on the baby. 

"The baby is coming out," said the healer. "The head is coming out."

"Sorry, Amanda. Remember to push the same time as your contractions," instructed Agatha. Turning to her son, she reminded him, "Comfort your wife!"

More screams could be heard from outside the couple's room and the masters were all there waiting for the arrival of one strong baby Orion. 

"Woah, must be tough to give birth," remarked Taara. 

"Why can't the baby just be born magically?" Asked Brody. 

Abasi and Trisha just shrugged, both of them had a grimace on their faces, hearing their friend's loud and shrieking roars. 

"The baby must be big," commented Trisha. 

"I'm just excited to be an uncle and I bet Orion is going to be a very, very strong little boy!" Told Abasi with a grin on his face. 

It was not only the masters that heard Amanda's cry. Theo and Cassy were also outside, along with their colleagues in the castle; the general, Kyle, and Zack. Even Martin returned to Aeros, excited to see the baby. 

Hearing Amanda yelled at her brother, Cassy sneered and asked, "Father, did mother scream at you too when she gave birth to us?"

"With Chris, yes, but no longer with you," told Theo before smiling. "Don't worry. Amanda will get over it as soon as she sees Orion."

After eagerly waiting, the next thing they heard was the cry of a baby boy! It was loud enough to seep through the wooden door. Everyone clapped and cheered, excited to gaze upon the new gift of life!

They waited in anticipation, staring at the door.

It did not take long for Christopher to come out, carrying the little boy in his arms, he announced, "Behold! The prince of stars, Orion!"

Orion was wrapped with blue linens, his cheeks puffed, and he had cute red lips. With eyes closed, the little baby seemed to be distracted by the sounds that surrounded him as he shifted his head from left to right. 

Cries of delight easily echoed through the castle walls. News of Orion being born healthily spread through the nation, with many of Theo's arms bringing offers to the entire land. 

It was Theo's thanksgiving gifts to the people of Aeros!

It was only after Orion received blessings and wishes from Theo's family and the masters of the earth did the little baby return to the room in Amanda's arms. 

"Amanda! Here is your baby! Oh, my goodness! He looks so much like Chris!" Told Agatha with tears in her eyes.

She hurriedly placed Orion in Amanda's arms and said, "My dearest grandson. I shall bless you with the power of foresight, coming from the moon serpent. Cherish it well."

As Agatha said those words, Orion's eyes gleamed in white light for seconds. When the light disappeared, Agatha said, "You are going to be one very impressive boy, one day."

"Thank you, mother," said Amanda. "Thank you for coming to see me on this very special day."

"Of course, Amanda. I would not miss it for the world," responded Agatha. 

They cherished the moment for some time, but eventually, Agatha sighed. She said, "I am needed back at home. I better say goodbye to your father. I promise I will be back tomorrow."

Agatha kissed on Orion's head before hugging Amanda and Christopher. As she walked to the door, she said, "Sweet dreams, our new prince."

When Amanda finally had an alone time with her baby, she hugged her son and kissed on his forehead. She cried instantly, sensing the warmth in her heart. 

"He is so beautiful and I could feel how he is mine!" She looked at Christopher and said, "So this is love at first sight."

At first, Christopher smiled at her lines, but after a second, he said, "I was your love at first sight. He is your second."

Surprisingly, they saw Orion open his eyes. He raised a brow at his father, contesting his words, but being a baby as he is, after only seconds of being awake, he felt sleepy again. 

Amanda chuckled at what she saw. She already knew her son was smarter than the average baby, but it remained to be overwhelming until now. She kissed Orion's forehead and said, "My son, I feel you will change the world. Maybe even the universe."

***

Somewhere in the galaxy, from the core of the dragon star, a red dragon curled into a ball was sleeping soundly and had been for two centuries. Its flaming eyes suddenly opened as it said, "How am I awake?"