Rebirth: Childhood friend of the heroine

Chapter 126- Permission

In a desolated throne room, sat the man on his throne with a tranquil expression on his face.

A massive chandelier of golden light hung above, casting a soft glow, though the light felt cold and distant. The floor was a polished expanse of black marble, reflecting the flickering light like a dark mirror.

Despite its grandeur, the room exuded an eerie emptiness, as though the echoes of countless judgments still lingered in the air.

At the center of it all sat a man on an imposing throne crafted from radiant sunstone, its edges glowing faintly as if alive.

With his face resting on his fist and his elbow pressed firmly against the armrest, he gazed at nothing in particular.

His golden eyes couldn't reveal the emotions he was experiencing at the moment. However, the very fact that the man was silent and had commanded everyone to leave him alone, states that the man was feeling annoyed.

Agitated, to be precise.

'A single child...has become a deity's concern.' Solaris laughed, mocking himself.

He, the one among the seven Supreme Gods, was currently feeling troubled because of a mere mortal who should have been dead by now. But no, that damn Curse saved him.

Solaris was the one who sent that feral beast to the lower realm, to eradicate that Cursed entity. Although the beast was of the lower rank, he still should be enough to take down any forces of the lower realm. However,

'That curse...that insolent curse saved that brat!'

His growing agitation made the throne room shake, the heat of the sun growing profound, making everyone realize the severity of the matter.

'I can't let him continue like this...' If that curse appears in the upper realm 'they' would know. And once they realize that the Curse is still alive, they would not think twice before wiping away Solaris.

Clenching his fist, Solaris commanded,

"Grath."

A man with his head covered with a shroud appeared kneeling before the God of Light.

"Go and annihilate that brat."

Grath, with his head still lowered, spoke, "But my lord, the Dimensional Track-"

"I don't care! Let them know if they must, but we can't let that beast appear here in the upper realm, you got that?!"

The other one didn't say anything other than 'Understood' before disappearing from the courtroom.

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Alex was nervous. It's said giving advice is easy. What's difficult is to go through the situation.

And Alex was facing something like that.

It was not only Amanda who revealed her relationship with Edric, but Sarah as well, told her parents about her relationship with Alex.

As such, now, the two sisters were sitting beside their partners, and on the other side, the two individuals who gave birth to the two ladies were sitting.

"So...Amanda has been dating you for the past few months. However, you two never felt the importance of telling us." Hades began, making Edric flinch.

Amanda responded as she held Edric's arm, "Father...we just never found the right time. And all the pressure of the final year was quite taxing. So-"

Edric suddenly held her hand and interrupted her, "No, Amanda, let's tell him the truth."

Everyone turned toward Edric, and the green-haired girl exhaled a long sigh.

Lord Lockwood narrowed his eyes and crossed his arms on his chest.

Edric took a deep breath and revealed, "I was unsure and nervous, sir, to reveal my relationship with the daughter of Count Lockwood. As you already know, I am an orphan and come from a commoner background. I was brought up in an orphanage and anyone who becomes my life partner would surely not have a luxurious life."

With his eyes drawn downward, the raven-haired added, "Naturally, Amanda was nervous to reveal her relationship to her parents, and when I also showed hesitation, she didn't bring up the topic until now."

Looking back up, he finished, "I apologize for my cowardice sir, but it's a fact that I love Amanda unconditionally and with all my heart. And despite our status difference, I am not going to give up on this relationship." Read exclusive chapters at empire

If Alex could, he would have clapped, upon hearing such an inspirational declaration from the Protagonist.

Silence descended after that, in the reception room. The lady of the house couldn't help but shed a few tears seeing how determined the boy was.

Lord Lockwood tore his eyes away from Edric and turned towards the other couple, "Now, how did you two get together?" This was a complete mystery not only for Hades but everyone.

Two people, a world apart, suddenly became so close. How?

Alex parted his mouth, wanting to tell the lie he had prepared when suddenly, "Love at first sight. Alex was guarding my carriage with his life on the line, and that made me infatuated with him. Later, we spent time in the capital, and I got to know him better. As such, we are now a couple."

Taking a pause, Sarah added, "And next year, when Alex finishes the academy, we will get married as well."

"...!!" Hades' eyes widened and so did his wife's.

Edric and Amanda raised their brows as they looked at Alex for an answer. However, the silver head remained nonchalantly sitting there.

They never talked about marriage, but if Sarah wanted it, Alex would surely marry her before the ascension trials.

Hades somehow calmed himself down, but his voice was certainly a bit fierce, "But daughter, as the Holy Maiden, how can you marry someone?"

Sarah grinned, "I won't need to be a Holy Maiden from next year. They can manage it somehow."

After all, after the Ascension Trials, everyone from this planet would be transported to the upper realm, so why does Sarah need to remain bound to the church? She will live her life as she wants.

Kaira couldn't help but cover her mouth in shock, "So for the love of your life, you are going to sacrifice your status as the Supreme Saintess? The human realm would be in chaos."

Sarah shook her head, "No, mother. I won't let that position remain vacant. I already have selected a few individuals who can take my place and serve the people." This time, she wasn't lying. Sarah, indeed, was training a few girls to take her place if there came the need for the Holy Maiden in the future.

Hades had a frown on his face as he leaned back in his seat. Amanda's situation was understandable since Hades had seen how Edric went against everyone to save Amanda last year during the tournament. So it is understandable that they were in a relationship.

But Sarah? Someone who sacrificed her everything to serve humanity is ready to abandon her position as the Supreme Saintess for a guy she met a few weeks ago.

Hades knows that Alex is a strong man who saved Sarah's dignity back when the Vampire Duke attacked, but is it worth it?

"Lord Lockwood," Alex, for the first time, spoke up, "I know you may have many doubts and questions, however, I can assure you that no one in the world can love Sarah more than me. Although it seems abrupt my feelings for her are immense. You can test me if you want, but it is an undeniable fact that until the end, I am going to stay by her side."

Another session of silence. Lord Lockwood couldn't believe that these young men were speaking so maturely and seemed so determined for their relationship.

At their age, when he first met his father-in-law, Hades ended up biting his tongue every second sentence, and his legs couldn't stop shaking even for a moment in those few minutes.

'Really...this generation...' Heaving a sigh, Lord Lockwood finally expressed his view on this matter,

"Amand and Edric, I have no problem for you two to continue this relationship. However, Edric, as you know in noble families, dating is not considered suitable, so before graduation, you need to get engaged to Amanda with the promise of marrying her once you both graduate."

Edric's eyes parted wide in shock and elation, as he readily nodded, "As you command, sir..."

There was a smile of contentment on Amanda's face as she thankfully looked at her father.

Turning his gaze towards the other couple, Hades voiced, "Sarah...I don't have the right to make your life decisions. You are already grown up and must have been through experiences to know what is right for you. However, as your father, I would like to suggest you think this through before landing on any conclusion. Give your relationship some time and once Alex graduates, come back to me, and tell me your decision."

The Saintess smiled and nodded, "Okay, Father. But I assure you, my decision won't change, that's for sure."

Hades shrugged, "Well, we will see about that."

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A/N:- Thanks for reading. If you are wondering, then all the characters are eighteen except for Celestria and Valerie, and they are in their final year. Well, drop a comment.