Chapter 23: The travel
The next day arrived and Celestine and all her knight will almost all, Maia, Claudia were staying back to make sure they the orc's don't attack or if they did they can handle.
Celestine went into the carriage, it was odd for the Goddess reborn to leave Feoh the kingdom capital but this had to be done even if the Pop was stopping, plus she was not worried she had her knight and evene some of the Kuroinu with her and they will make safely to Aiden village Aether, to be clear she was excited to meet the slime and what every gift he has for her.
Luu Luu looked all the knight. "Alright Knight, let's go and remember".
Alicia then finished Luu Luu words. "we all will scarifies our life for Celetsine Sama, i will make sure that her and Prim are alive even if we die"
Luu Luu couldn't help but shutters at that, all the Princes knights were loyal to Celetsine Sama, even her and Kaguya who had there own gods they worship, but Alicia devotion always scared her a bit, it was out right Fanaticism which made Luu Luu felt that would be her down fall.
The demi human just looked at her. "Yeah sure um, let's start going to neutral area it may take us 2 to 3 weeks, seeing the distance between Feoh and the Nuteral Are"
The journey to the Neutral Area was long, and the tension among the knights palpable. Celestine sat quietly in the carriage, her thoughts turning over Aiden's letter and the mysterious "surprise" he had mentioned. The fact that Aiden, a being as strange and powerful as he seemed, had established a village with Oni and other races piqued her curiosity even more.
Outside the carriage, Luu Luu and the knights rode alongside, keeping a vigilant eye on the surrounding forests. The looming threat of orcs or mercenaries still lingered in everyone's mind, even if they were far from the frontlines.
Alicia was quiet but alert, her eyes scanning the horizon for any sign of danger. Her devotion to Celestine was unwavering, almost unnerving in its intensity. Prim, riding next to her sister, was less rigid but still focused, though she exchanged a few concerned glances with Luu Luu every now and then.
Kaguya, further back in the group, couldn't help but reflect on the odd situation. "A slime… and a village of Oni… And a mysterious plan to 'fix' the world. What has this world become?" she murmured to herself. She had faith in Celestine, but this entire ordeal felt strange to her.
After several hours of travel, they made camp for the night. The knights set up a perimeter around the campfire as Celestine rested in her tent, her thoughts still swirling with questions about Aiden's plans.
Luu Luu sat next to Kaguya, staring into the fire. "Do you trust him?" she asked quietly.
Kaguya, without looking away from the flames, sighed. "Aiden? I don't know yet. We'll see when we meet him. He's done more for the people of Geofu than many have, but power can be corrupting. We need to be cautious."
Kaguya looked at Luu Luu. "You two have been to Aiden village what was it like"
Prim answer her. "It is nice, especially one run by a slime, Goblins, Inferno Wolfe's, a High Spirit and um now Oni I gess"
Luu Luu just looked at them. "One thing I can say I do trust, I mean he tough be this trace on"
Luu Luu arm glowed as blue lines came as two small dagger. "Oh it still hurts like a bitch, how does they slime handle it"
Kaguya raised an eyebrow as she observed Luu Luu's glowing arm and the daggers that appeared. "A trace... on? It's a form of magical enhancement, I assume?"
Prim nodded in agreement. "Yes, Aiden's village is a strange place, but it's peaceful in its own way. The people there respect him, and he's shared knowledge and abilities like that with those he trusts."
Luu Luu winced as the pain from the trace persisted, the daggers still glowing faintly in her hands. "Yeah, he taught me this, but it's still hard to control. I can't even imagine what kind of pain he must've gone through to master it. He makes it look so easy."
Kaguya leaned back, her expression thoughtful. "A slime mastering such abilities and creating a thriving village with various races… I suppose that speaks volumes about his power. But as you said, we must still be cautious. Even those with good intentions can become unpredictable."
Luu Luu dismissed the daggers, the glow fading as she shook out her arm, trying to relieve the ache. "I trust him, though. He's not like the others in this world. He actually wants to help fix things."
Prim smiled softly. "He does seem to have a unique approach to everything, doesn't he? It's not every day you meet someone who unites goblins, wolves, and spirits under one roof."
Kaguya remained quiet, deep in thought. The more she learned about Aiden, the more intrigued she became. But with intrigue came a sense of unease. What was his ultimate goal, and how far was he willing to go to achieve it?
"this is an interesting magic"
Luu Luu then looked at the Voice, it came from one the Kuroinu mercenary, he has brown hair, metal green eyes, glasses, fair skin weairng a type of cape, this was Kin, he is Vault Right hand and the Master Alchemist and Mage of all of Eostia now why he joined was beyond her understanding.
Alicia then aproced him hostility in her voice. "And what is of to you"
Kin just looked at her, he gave her a smile. "I just wanted to know what type of magic it was"
Alicia just looked at him, as her eyes never left. "Will fuck of, I may respect Vult but not you"
Kin just sighed looking at the man hating princes knight. "Why are you always like this"
Prim then grabbed her sister arm. "Alicia please not now, not today"
Alicia clenched her fists, still glaring at Kin. "I don't trust him, Prim. He's Vault's right hand, and that's reason enough to be cautious."
Kin adjusted his glasses and gave a calm smile, seemingly unbothered by Alicia's hostility. "I'm simply here to assist, not cause trouble. I'd like to think that my expertise could be of use in this... unusual situation we're heading into."
Luu Luu, still rubbing her arm, spoke up, trying to ease the tension. "It's trace magic, Kin. Something Aiden taught me. But if you're looking for more information, you'll have to ask him yourself when we arrive."
Kin raised an eyebrow, his interest piqued further. "Aiden? The slime? Fascinating... It seems this meeting will be more intriguing than I originally thought."
Alicia gritted her teeth, but Prim tightened her grip on her sister's arm, shaking her head gently. "Not now, Alicia. We have bigger things to focus on than him."
Alicia huffed but let it go for now, stepping back as she continued to watch Kin carefully. Luu Luu sighed, grateful for Prim's intervention, but still wary of the alchemist. Kin's curiosity and calm demeanor unnerved her, and though he hadn't done anything to outright betray them, his presence felt like a ticking time bomb.
Kaguya finally spoke, her voice calm but firm. "We should focus on our journey. Keep your eyes on the path ahead and your suspicions where they belong – on the real threats."
With that, the tension slowly began to dissipate, though the uneasy air lingered.
The next few days passed, as the group was making there way to Aiden villages.
Kaguya looked at Luu Luu. "So they have a god"
Luu Luu looked at her. "Yeah, they worship a god name truth, I saw a picture of him in there temple, will he is a pure white entity with human shape and teeth, kinda creepy"
Prim looked at them. "Why are we whispering"
Kaguya pointed at Alicia was always by Celestine side. "Your sister that is why"
Luu Luu nodded, keeping her voice low as she glanced toward Alicia, who remained close to Celestine like a loyal guard dog. "Yeah, she's... intense when it comes to Celestine-sama. I don't think she'd take kindly to us talking about other gods."
Kaguya sighed softly, her eyes narrowing as she observed Alicia from a distance. "Her fanaticism is worrisome. I get loyalty, but sometimes it feels like she would do anything, even if it's irrational, for Celestine-sama."
Prim, looking a little nervous, leaned closer to her companions. "I know she's overprotective, but she's still my sister. Just... be careful with what you say around her, okay?"
Luu Luu gave Prim a reassuring smile. "Don't worry, we'll keep it quiet. It's just... weird, you know? Aiden's village isn't like anything we've seen, and the way they worship this 'Truth' god—it's different."
Kaguya crossed her arms, thinking deeply. "A god named Truth... It sounds ominous. I wonder how much of their faith is tied to Aiden's influence, or if it predates his arrival."
As they continued their journey, the group fell into a tense silence, each of them preoccupied with their thoughts. The mention of a strange deity and the looming presence of Alicia's unwavering devotion added an extra layer of unease to their travels.
Eventually, Luu Luu broke the silence, muttering under her breath. "I just hope this meeting with Aiden doesn't stir up more trouble than we're already in."
Kin them came to them on his horse. "So can you tell me more about this truth"
Luu Luu just looked at him. "Why is that"
Kin looked at them. "Don't blame me, it is not like the church of Goddes Reborn makes it easy to learn about other gods, have you seen out religion text"
Kaguya sighed knowing way to well. "yes, people forget other gods exgist, like my god the insect god and Luu Luu God".
Luu Luu glanced at Kaguya, nodding in agreement, then turned her gaze to Kin. "The Goddess Reborn religion definitely has its grip on Eostia. Most people forget that there are other gods worshipped across the lands. Aiden's god, Truth, is just one of them."
Kin raised an eyebrow, his curiosity piqued. "So, what exactly is the deal with this 'Truth'? A god of knowledge? Or something more sinister, considering the description you gave earlier."
Luu Luu shrugged. "From what I've seen, Truth isn't like the gods we typically hear about. It's not benevolent or cruel—it just... is. The villagers worship Truth like it's an absolute force, something beyond comprehension. I don't really understand all of it, but Aiden and his people seem to trust this god completely."
Kaguya added, "It's possible that Aiden's village has tapped into an older belief system. Worshiping something like Truth feels different from the usual gods tied to nature or war. There's an almost eerie feeling about it, like it's tied to the very fabric of existence."
Kin smirked, intrigued. "A god of absolutes, huh? That's interesting. It could explain some of the strange things happening in Aiden's village. There's something powerful about faith in an idea like 'truth.' It doesn't bend, doesn't change. Maybe that's why Aiden's so confident in everything he does."
Luu Luu sighed, unsure of how much more to say. "Yeah, well, all I know is that Aiden's village is thriving, and they owe a lot of it to this 'Truth.' But trust me, Kin, don't go poking around too much. That god gives me the creeps, and I'd rather not see what happens if someone upsets it."
Kaguya then slowed down her pace, she touched her stomach as she started to think to her self. "Could Aiden be like me, a Vessel of god like me and insects god, no if but maybe, but how he is a slime"
These were the thought that's was in her mind that no one but her will learn.
Kaguya's mind raced as she continued to ride alongside the group, her hand instinctively resting on her stomach, a subtle reminder of her own connection to the Insect God. She couldn't help but wonder about Aiden, the mysterious slime who seemed to have so much influence and power. The way he spoke about Truth, and the way his people revered the god, made her question whether Aiden, too, could be a vessel for something greater.
"A slime," she thought, "it's so... unconventional. But then again, gods don't always choose the obvious, do they?"
She glanced at Luu Luu and Prim, who were still engaged in conversation with Kin. The thought gnawed at her—Aiden might not even realize if he were a vessel for Truth. Much like her own situation, the connection might be beyond conscious understanding, a force of fate or divine intervention.
"But if he is like me," she mused silently, "then what does that mean for the balance of power in this world? A god working through a slime... it's unheard of. But it could be dangerous, depending on the god's will."
Her hand tightened over her stomach as if seeking reassurance. Kaguya knew that the Insect God's influence over her was constant, guiding her, shaping her decisions. If Aiden was similarly guided by Truth, it could explain his calm demeanor and absolute certainty in his actions.
"Whatever the case," she thought, "I'll need to keep an eye on him. If Aiden is a vessel like me, his power might be far greater than any of us realize."
For now, she kept her suspicions to herself, knowing that revealing her thoughts without evidence could stir unnecessary concern among the Princess Knights.
Meanwhile with Aiden more like in his dream
Aiden looked at Truth. "What do you want"
Truth just looked at him and laughed. "Just say good luck with a serten priests and her will um getting into you"
Aiden blinked at that world. "What do mean get into me, I am going to she Glutiny in, or did you mean it in more of a sexual way"
Truth looked at him. "Oh why should I tell you that, it is more fun seeing your journey listen I am board, how many times do you think I said don't break the laws of Alchemy and took someone eyes, or arm or leg or full body"
Aiden sighed, crossing his arms as he stood before Truth. The entity's cryptic and mocking tone was as frustrating as ever.
"You're not exactly the best at giving clear instructions, you know that?" Aiden muttered. "First, you tell me about some priestess getting 'into me,' and now you bring up alchemy laws. Are you trying to mess with me, or is this all part of your 'fun'?"
Truth's laughter echoed around him, as it always did, unbothered by Aiden's irritation. "Oh, Aiden, your mortal perspective is so linear. I've seen countless iterations of this existence, and let me tell you, watching your kind squirm in the face of destiny never gets old."
Aiden rolled his eyes. "Great. So what am I supposed to do? Just sit here and wait for some mysterious priestess to, what, possess me or something? And why do you even care?"
Truth's form shifted slightly, glowing brighter for a moment before settling again. "Let's just say that your path is woven tightly with forces beyond your understanding. Whether it's gluttony, desire, or divine intervention, everything plays its part. I'm simply giving you a heads-up—don't lose yourself in the process."
"Typical," Aiden muttered. "More riddles and vague warnings."
Truth leaned in closer, the smile evident in its otherworldly presence. "Consider it a gift, Aiden. Enjoy the chaos. And when it happens, you'll know what I meant. Just... don't let her consume too much of you. That's all I'll say for now."
With that, the dream began to fade, and Aiden felt himself being pulled back to reality. Truth's final words echoed in his mind as he woke, still wondering what exactly lay ahead.
"Don't let her consume too much of me? What kind of priestess am I about to meet?"
To be continued
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