*It been a month since the Zodiac's attack. Since the fated day when the Source Barrier was sealed. Trillions are dressed in black, Even Sapphire, Raurua, Yin, and especially Nero himself dressed in a funeral suit. They all carry magical glowing orbs, signifying the lives that were lost those horrible days.*
*Sapphire's head turns to several holographic screens displaying the 4 memorial sites that have been built. 1 of the first Zodiac attack, the other the second attack that on the Barrier. Finally the third is built for the souls on the other side of Source Barrier. Which is the one Sapphire, Raurua and Yin are at for reasons that don't need to be explained.*
*The 4th is built to remember the Alien Gods attack on Fable.*
Hey, Guys! Sorry I'm late.
*Said Yo, wearing her own funeral dress who greeted the 3 with a casual wave which they returned the favor.*
Tried to get my sis in on this but that punk spark head said "No thanks, not my problem." Sorry, Blue.
*Yo apologized with a genuine frown filled with guilt.*
How obscenely rude of her! Millions died or have been erased from history but she can't be bothered to show up!? To pay respect to these poor souls!?
*Raurua said with offended snarl, she wears a black veil and all black dress of her own.*
Yeah, I know right!? The one time she chooses to be a foxish punk is now off all days! Again, Blue, I can't apologize about her enough.
Why are you apologizing to me? I admit that I think it's pretty heartless of her not to pay respects for the people that were lost. Very heartless but we're here right now. Here, Sis, I saved one for you.
*With small smile, Sapphire passes her a orb. It slowly floats to the palm of her hand and she catches it.*
You're way to forgiving for your own good, Bright Blue.
*Yo said with soft smile and her eye brow raised up.*
I second that, Darling but at least you called that craven strumpet heartless.
Calling my sister a strumpet is a little much but I've been called way worse so water under the bridge, Bright Red.
*Yo said with an indifference smile. Minutes later they are now seated on chairs, on a ornate stage all 10 of The other Heirs materialized themselves behind, Nero. Scathach, Psia, Christiaan, Gauiss, The Heir of Interstellar Bodies like planets and other cosmic phenomena.*
*Craetion, The Heir of The Celestial Forge, the one who created all his siblings weapons and armaments. Mysteria, The Heir of all Magical forces and mysticism. Judicious, the blind Heir of Justice, law, the after life and balance.*
*Numeron, the Heir of numbers and realities. Kenos , the Heir of the infinite Void. Finally, Utopia, yes the very same headquarters of the Utopian's is an Heir as well and has materialized as humanoid avatar. The same for her cousin, Fable. The planet itself, the diamond gem of the Heirs and Gaiuss's prized daughter is an Heir.*
*There are two other Heirs but they could not make it. For reasons…. Nero steps forward, the cameras all around the stage start recording and broadcasting throughout every screen in Fragments multi-galactic kingdom.*
Citizens of Fragment, as you have heard or might not Fable was attacked by Zodiac Blood. There reasons, to save their loved ones by extracting them from other side of the Source Barrier. In attempt to reset the timeline and bring new life to the other side due to alien entity rendered all living beings there extinct we forced Zodiac Blood to take action.
But we forced the zealots out of the galaxy, even though they remain at large I reassure all of you that we will multiply our efforts in your safety and peace of mind. I was-. Negligent in my duties as your King and Your Heir. We all were. But I will carry this failure with me and let it serve as an example to never fail you all again.
*Nero then paused as he thought what else to say. After a full moment he continued.*
Then again… Suffering exist. For to live is to suffer. No one can be shielded from pain constantly. No one can be shepherded to eternal paradise. My siblings and I known paradise, in the realm in which we originated from. But even, Core was Compromised. T-Tragically so.
*Nero stuttered as even eons ago he still recalls the many tragedy's that occurred that led to Core's fall. They met kindred spirits Through a 2 pantheon much like there's, divine entity's that originated beyond reality called, the Incarnates. The 2nd, alien entities that were explorers and practitioners in scientific rebirth, and the study of the fabric of creation. They were known as the, Tou Irdtyi or the Founders.*
*Yet the Heirs lost them both. The Prime Incarnate and his siblings went mad, slaughtering and eradicating any traces of Tou Irdtyi behind the Heirs backs. He then Murdered and assimilated Yahweh, and then birthed the horrid monsters that the Heirs and the Utopian's oppose this day.*
*Knowing that even the Heirs lost something truly wonderful, comforts the masses as everyone looks on with shared resolve burning In there eyes. Shared unity.*
But in suffering there is strength. We fall we then naturally pick ourselves back and try again with time. Let us start by paying tribute to the souls that we're lost.
*Everyone then got ready to release their lanterns, Sapphire looks at all the different lanterns in his possession. A red for Ruby, a white for the girl in white and her family, a white and red for Fafnir, a green and orange for Cleo, a gold for his aunt Glynda, a yellow and black for Ezekiel, a purple for Kivaara and finally a scarlet on for Scarlet obviously.*
*Glynda was the aunt that Sapphire often mentioned back in Book 1 of Colored Mythos. She raised him like Sapphire was her own son, she was Also Sapphires Tutor when he was younger. She was a very overprotective, sometimes over bearing and authoritarian woman. But Sapphire truly loves her, just like he loves the rest.*
I love you all. I will get stronger, grow for all of you. I guarantee it.
*Sapphire proclaims right at the perfect time as the signal was given to release the lanterns. Every beckons their lanterns upwards as they float off into air. They were millions of different colors and designs creating a breathtaking, somber and mythological display. A Display that every soul will remember.*
*Wether some of the poor souls want to or not as some broke down in tears still Remembering the Zodiac siege.*
For all of you.
*Sapphire repeats himself as he moves to try and comfort some grieving souls. Later he has a great idea, one that he shares with his father.*
You wish to start A "Talk Podcast"?
Yeah Dad, it's what I did back on the other side. I would always talk with callers about anything, no matter how and especially there problems. You remember right?
I do and I also remember albeit it happened ounce you talked to an individual… That Threatened to do you harm.
I-. I remember, Dad but… It was handled just not in the way I wanted. And what ever comes our way next we will handle it. As a family.
*Nero eyes Sapphire carefully and then nods approvingly.*
Indeed, very well I will see to it that you will be given the necessary accommodations, One day. Back to our main topic, everything is ready for your quest to see your mother, Seraphim Selestine. To learn about her, what she meant and did for the kingdom.
When you are ready let me know, Son.
*Raurua who was standing right besides Sapphire clasp her hands together and let's out a jubilant smile for the wonderful news.*
This is wonderful news, Darling! You will finally get to learn more about and meet her just like you always wanted!
*Sapphire was thrilled to hear that things are ready as he radiates a bright and eager smile.*
I'm ready now! We can start now!
*Nero couldn't help but Chuckle at the sight of him.*
Very well, you shall set forth the first thing tomorrow morning. Since the labors will take you all around Fable, your free to make this into a grand adventure. After all you have yet to see all it's mythical beauty.
That's what I was thinking, Dad! This is gonna be awesome! Maybe… Maybe I can meet new friends along the way! Maybe take Cavil along!
*Cavil is Sapphire's pet wolf that Scathach found for him back in Book 1.*
Yes, That's what your mother would want. To meet new people after you had to part with so many.
*Nero reminded him.*
I know, Dad. I know but I'm ready to put myself and my heart out there.
*Later Sapphire and Raurua they retired back at the house. She approached Sapphire with a request.*
Sapphire, can you teach me how to wield scythe?
A scythe-? Uh, sure but why the sudden interest, R? Isn't your trident gauntlets enough?
*With a soft smile She then materialized her arm and leg gauntlets on her limbs. She calls her gauntlets, ˈvalyənt. She then assembles 4 pieces pieces together into a beautiful yet deadly Trident that she calls, Triáda. Underneath her eye veil Raurua's eyes roam over her masterwork of a weapon as she holds it in her hands.*
*The De Cours family are masters of hand to hand combat dating back towards a million years, they also fight with tridents.*
You told me how Ruby, your friend was training in how to use a scythe, you also were training her. Darling, I want to fill the void that is now vacant in your heart in every way possible. Plus I also grown captivated in how you use such unconventional yet gorgeous weapon as your trump card. Will you teach me?
*Raurua as she dematerialized her weapon by turning it into rose petals. By the tone of her voice, Sapphire nows that her heart and mind are set on this.*
R, you filled that void ages ago but I know that you will never change your mind on this. Ok, I'll teach you, and who knows maybe Mom can teach you when we finally Meet her!? Auntie Scathach, always told me that she was 100x better than me in both sword, shield and the scythe!
Im eagerly looking forward to meeting her, Darling!
*They then head outside of the house so they can begin her lessons. Meanwhile deep inside of ornate facility, several doctors wearing equally ornate blue robs walk in a hallway. They stop at a terminal and activate it after a few inputs.*
Your Grace?
*They spoke to a glass window clouded and obscured in steam. A mechanical yet noble and authoritative voice of woman answers them from beyond the window.*
Greetings Doctors, I feel much better than the last time I was reawakened. My thanks.
You are welcome, Your Grace. We have wonderful news, you battle body will soon be ready and you will soon be cleared to leave the facility.
That is splendorous news. It's been 13 years… I want to see, the world… The kingdom that I love… The sun, my darling Son. How is he? Nero?
*Nero, then walks up behind the Doctors and smiles. He places his on the window and the steam slowly begins to clear a bit. They can make out woman's silhouette and her long flowing and glowing blue hair that are like Violet petals. And her red eye that shines in the darkness. She is strapped to wall with machinery tending to her, she's no more than a torso and head… Yet-.*
*Her desire to live, her eternal indomitable spirit that has fueled her these past millions of years still burns hotter than ever even with constant never ending pain of her wounds.*
He is well, and very soon you will be reunited with him.
He is ready for the Labors?
More than ready.
Then I have no time to waste. Fit me inside my Battle Body, Doctors. I refuse to meet my Darling Song of Hope and return to my kingdom in this pathetic state.
It shall be done your, Grace!
*By her command the Doctors went to work. Her torso and her ounce beautiful face maybe broken beyond repair. But that will not stop her, for her soul and spirit is as eternal as her husband and her child.*