"Oh? Is that what you think, Elder Hog? Why don't you take another closer look?" Aengus said mysteriously.
"Huh?"
Hog narrowed his eyes but did as he was told. The next mont, disbelief flashed across his aged face.
"This... so many Supre Talents? But how?" Hog muttered in shock.
Baldor was equally astonished. "Not only that, Grand Commander. Their physical strength is also far above average, despite not being awakened as Seekers. Where did these people co from?"
Leon, Felix, Martin, Sen, Sienna, Quin, and the others stepped forward, introducing themselves.
"Greetings, Elder Hog! We've heard about you and everything that happened in the Kievan Empire. Thank you for aiding our Emperor in achieving such a feat," Leon said on behalf of everyone, offering a respectful greeting.
The old man felt slightly embarrassed by all the praise. "No problem. We haven't done anything significant enough to be rembered. It was His Majesty who was wise and powerful."
He paused for a mont, a sudden realization dawning on him. "Wait a minute... do you an to say he originated from your world?" Hog asked, his eyes widening.
Leon and Quin exchanged proud smiles.
"Unfortunately, no. But technically, yes. His rise began in our world, Mythraldor. He is also the Emperor of our United Liberation Empire."
"Ohh..." Hog and the others looked intrigued, sensing there was a story to be told. "Please, do share the story with us in lone ti! Ah, but first, I haven't even asked your nas yet. What are they?"
Leon and the others stepped forward to introduce themselves.
"I am Leon, this is Felix, and he is Martin," Leon said. "We are the three Generals of the United Liberation Empire."
"I am Quin, His Majesty's First Commandnt," Quin announced with a proud smile, while the other high-ranking officials like Sen, Sienna introduced themselves with excitent.
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Hog could barely contain his anticipation. He recognized a few of their nas, recalling stories of their past exploits. He was eager to hear the full tale of their Emperor from these people who had witnessed his journey firsthand.
At that mont, Aengus suddenly spoke addressing Baldor. "Grandmaster Baldor, let introduce you to so of the finest craftsn of intelligence and skill."
He gestured toward a small group of Ancient Dwarves—Sirgrid and nine others—whom he had t in Ancient Dwarvania.
The sight of them shocked everyone. The Ancient Dwarves were nearly equal in size to the Giants, a revelation that astonished even the seasoned craftsn.
Grandmaster Baldor's eyes glead with curiosity. "Are these the Intelligent Craftsn you spoke of, Your Majesty?" he asked. For once, his usual doubt and arrogance were nowhere to be seen.
Aengus nodded. "Yes, indeed. I believe their talent and skills will impress you. Train them well and work together to construct another Heaven-Class Battleship on your own."
Sirgrid and the other Ancient Dwarves were already on the verge of tears, overwheld with excitent. Their gazes locked onto the massive, white, shining behemoth before them—a true marvel of magical engineering.
"Your Eminence, thank you for granting us this opportunity. We will not let you down," Sirgrid declared with unwavering determination. "With our combined skills and the guidance of these experienced master craftsn, we will surely build one of these marvelous creations ourselves! We will make proud."
As the winds of the barren desert whispered alongside the new guests across the land, Belial and Celeste—along with Belial's other wives and children—stepped forward, their eyes filled with anticipation and longing.
Celeste's voice trembled slightly with anxiety. "Son-in-law, where is Bella? I don't see her here yet. Does she… not want to et us?"
Aengus turned back to her, his expression calm yet reassuring.
"Don't worry, Mother-in-law. She is just a little busy. And… I forgot to tell you—" He paused, a small but genuine smile forming on his lips. "She is going to be a mother very soon. Wait a little while, and I will take you all to et her."
A mont of silence followed.
"Huh? Really?!"
Belial and Celeste gasped in shock.
"I… I'm going to be a grandfather?!" Belial exclaid, his eyes widening in disbelief before joy overtook his features. "That's great news!"
Celeste clasped her hands over her mouth, tears welling up in her eyes.
"My Bella… is going to be a mother…!"
Their overwhelming joy radiated into the air, lightening the once heavy atmosphere.
However—On the other side, another family stood in stark contrast to this mont of celebration.
Ashter, Astrid, Drake, and Yona stood quietly—watching but not celebrating.
Their heads were slightly lowered, their faces dark with worry and sorrow.
Because they already been inford about the happenings of between Aria and Aengus.
They knew of the uncertainty surrounding Aria.
Their girl who once stood strong and fearless was now missing, lost to the unknown.
Ashter, her father, clenched his fists.
"Why did it have to be her?
"Why did his daughter, of all people, have to face such a cruel fate? What did she do wrong?"
The pain in his heart was unbearable.
Aengus, sensing their emotions, stepped forward. His presence was steady and comforting.
He reached out, placing a firm yet comforting hand on Ashter's shoulder.
His dark eyes t the older man's sorrowful ones. The old man waited for a decade and now he had to hear such a disappointing news. It was heartbreaking.
"Please, don't be so worried, Father-in-law," Aengus said, his voice carrying both conviction and warmth.
"I am sure she's fine… and that she hasn't done anything against her own will. I still love her just as I always have."
A breath of silence passed.
Then, Aengus firmly declared,
"One day I will find her. And I promise I will bring her back."
His words carried the weight of an oath—one that could shake the heavens if necessary.
Ashter, despite his sorrow, looked into Aengus' eyes and saw sothing unyielding.
A man who would cross the ends of existence itself for the one he loved.
With a deep sigh, Ashter slowly nodded.
"I will hold you to that promise, Aengus."
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