Chapter 26 - 26: “I Really Do Need to Continue My Studies.”

TThe Divine Lord Foeni visited Little Eu in her quarters after finishing his business. He wanted to leave properly and say his goodbyes.

Little Eu didn't expect to see him on her door. He never bothers to see her every time he heads out of Limes Temple.

"Brother Ravi, what are you doing here? Aren't you in a hurry to head back?" the young girl asked quizzically.

"Shouldn't I at least say goodbye to you?" the Divine Lord pats her head as he responds. After a short pause, he continues, "Aren't you upset every time I leave without saying goodbye?"

The girl bows her head as she purses her lips. She wanted to respond honestly but decided not to tell him.

"No. Not really. You are busy. I understand." Little Eu cooly responded.

The Divine Lord smiles as he sees through her lies. He didn't probe into the matter as he invited the girl outside.

He cannot deny this girl reminds him of his former Mentor. Still, this is not the reason why he is finding her someone exceptional and extraordinary.

He can't point a finger why. He just knew she is...

Meanwhile, Little Eu looks back on her desk. She is in the middle of devising their next move. She doesn't want to leave her work but, at the same time, turn him down.

After contemplating, she waved her hand and decided to accept his offer. She can feel his anxiety, and she doesn't want to upset him.

Little Eu and the Divine Lord decided to head at the pavilion not far from the Temple. They can converse in peace without anyone distracting them.

"Brother Ravi..." Little Eu began.

She decided to stop herself from asking the real reason for his invitation. He is acting somewhat weird and very unlike him.

The Divine Lord also doesn't understand why he suddenly wanted to see her. There are a thousand things he wanted to say, but he always ended up speechless in front of her.

Little Eu might be young, but he is also finding her presence strangely familiar. The Divine Lord can only describe her, simply enigmatic. No one can make him feel that way.

He decided to end his trail of thoughts.

After a short conversation, he finally bids his farewells to the young girl.

She might be all grown up once he came back. All he wanted to say is to wait for him. Still, how can he?

For an Ancient Being asking a little girl to wait for him sounds awkward. All he could do is watch her disappear at their growing distance.

Meanwhile, Little Eu meets up with Captain Jairu as soon as she sent off the Divine Lord. Di'Anon is already there and waiting for her to commence their discussions.

Three months from now, they will infiltrate Themis and rescue Lord Turtle. She is informed Jairu the overview of her plans.

Somehow, it is strange this eight-year-old Oracle can devise such an elaborate scheme. If he didn't know, he would assume she is also a Mystic or an Immortal.

"Little Eu, why are you doing this?" Jairu curiously asked in the middle of their discussion.

The little girl has done so much since she came into their lives. Why is she helping them? Why is she doing so much for them?

"You are overthinking, Captain Jairu." she quickly responded.

He wonders what she will do after helping Lord Vermilion and the others save Lord Turtle. She is still young. He assumes she also has plans aside from meddling on Mystic Spirit affairs.

He can't help shifting his gaze at Di'Anon. He didn't expect this elusive nine-tail fox will get along with anyone. He usually works alone, yet here he is faithfully guarding the young girl.

He didn't ask the young man's feelings. He doubts that he will disclose it. The Divine Lord is also elusive regarding the matter.

He looks at the young girl who is looking at him questioningly. This girl is the reason everyone changed in Limes Temple.

"Why are you acting melancholy? My Clan Village is very close, and you can see me anytime." she chuckles.

He doesn't know how to respond. He feels lonely every time he thinks she is not around. She might be a handful, but he also adores her.

In the future, misfortunes may continue to arise. Saving the Holy Guardian Lord Black Turtle is not the end but a beginning.

Still, Little Eu is a child. He shouldn't always depend on her assistance. She has already given enough reminders and advice...

"Captain Jairu, we have to return now..." Little Eu said, breaking his train of thoughts.

He snapped back and shrugged off the feeling. The future is uncertain, and their decisions will determine all its outcomes.

"Worry not, Little Eu. I'll take care of matters here. You have to take care of yourself as well..." Jairu reminded her.

She is too busy looking out for everyone that she seems to forget she is a child. Everyone else should be the one looking after her and not the other way around.

Meanwhile, Di'Anon and Little Eu heads out to their rendezvous point with Elder Levi. He offers to help them out to hasten their travel time back to Bordertown.

"Are we really leaving now?"

"Hmmm~" she responded and nods.

"What are your plans after this mission?" he inquired.

"I need to continue my studies." she straightforwardly said. "My current ability is still lacking."

Little Eu needs to concentrate and improve herself. She might be capable, but she still lacks in so many aspects. She doesn't want to hold back anyone due to her mediocre abilities.

Di'Anon remained silent as he continues to follow her. He decided to protect this girl without question.

Meanwhile, the Divine Lord is staring at his bluish dragon ring. He failed to convey his real thoughts. He doesn't want to trouble her because of his selfish request...

He remained silent as he travels back to Arcane Palace. He sorts his conflicting emotions while he thinks of her.

He always wanted to hold her close and stay by her side. Listen to her voice and often talk to her...

Does he want that familiar feeling or the Little girl?

The feeling resembles to knowing her for ages...

Caring and loving her for ages...

Sometimes, a tinge of sadness overwhelms him every time he thinks of her.

It seems like he betrayed or disappointed her.

He finally broke his long-winded silence as he murmured, "Good job, Jairu. You have stirred my emotions to oblivion…"

He paused as he touched his chest and felt his heart.

"My feelings…"

Meanwhile, Little Eu and Di'Anon finally arrived at the bustling Bordertown. It is around mid-afternoon, and the city is in full swing.

Elder Levi needs to buy the clan's supplies. After a short interaction, they decided to part ways.

Di'Anon is leading the way back to the Golden Inn, but Little Eu pulled his sleeves. She intends to meet someone before returning to check on Lord Azure.

"Brother Di'Anon…" she started, "Let us inform Lady Freya and Lady Rean first…"

He nods as he turns around and leads the way. Lord Vermilion and Lord Tiger prefer simple accommodation. They rented a house near the bustling bazaar's food stalls.

He doesn't like to lose the girl amongst the crowd and pulled her close. Little Eu was startled at his sudden gesture as she looks at him in dazed.

She knits her brows as she foresees something she didn't expect.

He noticed her amethyst eyes gleam and wanted to let go. He knew that she is foreseeing something beyond his soul.

His eyes turned sapphire blue to hinder her from probing further. It's not that he doesn't like her to know, and more of she is not ready.

"Little Eu, you are not yet ready..." he broke his silence.

She bows her head and apologizes. She doesn't mean to pry. Sometimes, her power suddenly activates, and she still cannot fully control it.

Di'Anon pats her head as he smiles. He knows that she is not wholly at fault. She is still young and trying her best to change the inevitable...

"I promise to tell you someday..." he told her.

Little Eu nods as she holds on to him. She always finds his presence comforting like she has known him before. Now, she partially understood.

She can always rely on Di'Anon.

Not long, they finally reached the Guardian Lord's place. An evident surprise in on Freya's face as soon as she sees Di'Anon and Eu. She didn't expect them to be close.

Di'Anon's arm is holding the girl intimately in his arms. She knit her brows and wondering if she has broken up with the Divine Lord.

Then again, Little Eu is still not aware of her blood contract with the Divine Lord Foeni...

Freya is looking at Di'Anon suspiciously. He is also an Ancient Being like the Divine Lord. She can tell he is older than he portrays himself.

Why is he caring for this little girl? What are his intentions?

The Holy Guardian Lord White Tiger peeked out and felt the awkwardness brewing around them. She recognized the person holding Little Eu.

"Di'Anon...?" she exclaimed.

"It's a pleasure to see you, Lady Rean." he courteously greeted.

"Welcome them inside, Freya. Aren't you friends with them?" Rean curiously asked.

Freya seems to have forgotten when she saw them together. She apologizes as she opens the door and lets them through.

The house smells like a newly cooked stew. Little Eu's stomach grumbles as she inwardly sighs. It reminded her that they had skipped meals.

"Little one, are you hungry? I made some stew." Rean offered.

Eu looks at her with her sparkling amethyst eyes. She can only nod in response.

Lady Rean can cook quite well. She can throw random ingredients into a pot, and it always turns out quite delicious.

"Let's talk over meals." she said as she invited them into the dining area.

Freya is a foodie, and Rean frequents the bar like an ordinary being. No one would assume these two are the Guardians. They are like siblings living together.

Rean serves their guest a bowl of hot stew, while Freya opened the discussion. She started updating Little Eu and Di'Anon of their operations while they were away.

The array formation protecting the Holy Guardian Lord Black Turtle has gravely weakened. The Shadow movements increase and start occupying Themis.

Little Eu listens to her intently and nodding her head from time. Not long, she gave her opinion and instructions. They can't hastily barrage the premises without a proper plan.

Lady Rean was surprised and didn't expect that the little girl is leading the operation. Freya and Little Eu exchange information as if it was nothing.

She knitted her brows and shifted her gaze at Di'Anon. This person is a brilliant scout. He decided to lie low and reemerge with this little girl.

Who is this little girl exactly?

"Can you learn this, Freya?" Little Eu inquired.

Freya accepts and unrolls the scroll from Eu. Much to her surprise, the little girl gave her some type of ancient spell to learn.

"This is an Ancient spell... How...?" Freya started but can't form the words to ask.

She is an Ancient and can recognize the old scripts from the scroll. How is that Little Eu familiar with Ancient Spells?

"Shall we ignore the details? Can you or can you not? I can make a simpler one to aid you with your operation." Little Eu asked.

"Do I need to test them on Themis?" Freya curiously asked.

She can easily cast the spell, but Themis has so many restrictions. She is not sure she can follow every rule the Oracles sets on their City.

"No need. I can recreate a similar Formation for you to practice. Don't worry." she discloses.

"Little Freya, your friend is brilliant. What clan does she belong to?" Rean asked in an audible whisper.

"The Oracle Clan." she casually responded.

This little revelation has shocked Rean. She can hardly imagine how the little girl is just human. She assumes that Little Eu is much the same as Freya, who has growth issues.

"We are asking a child to break into Themis? Does the Divine Lord even know this plan?" Rean exclaimed.

"About that… This partnership is strictly confidential and should never reach the Divine Lord's ears." Freya calmly responded as if there is nothing wrong with the whole idea.

"Why? Aren't we supposed to report the details of our movements? Why should they involve a child?" Rean knits her brows as she tries to comprehend the situation.

Lady Rean is conflicted on this whole scenario. She has a thousand questions running in her mind. As capable as she seems, was it appropriate to put their fates in her hands?