Aron's gaze remained fixed on Aria, his mother, anticipation shining in his young eyes. He wanted to witness their power for himself.
This had nothing to do with verifying whether they were truly his parents—deep down, he already knew. He could feel it in his blood, in the warmth of their presence.
If he was honest with himself, he didn't mind having his parents by his side.
His grandfather and grandmother had never neglected him in love; they had given him everything they could. But even so, a part of him had always longed for the love of his real parents.
Every ti he saw children his age playing, getting scolded, or held in their parents' arms, he had secretly wished for the sa.
And now, that lost wish was finally being fulfilled.
How could he not be happy?
Bzzzzz...
Suddenly, Aria's hand glowed with a radiant green light, stunning Aron.
And in the next mont, he witnessed a miracle.
The luminous energy enveloped the elderly couple, and before his astonished eyes, visible changes took form.
Their once wrinkled, aging faces began regaining a healthy color, their skin smoothing out, their bodies growing stronger. It was as if ti itself was reversing.
The effect of the Ultimate Law of Life was in full force—extending their lifespan, restoring them to their youthful pri, back to when they were newly married.
But that wasn't all. It also corrected the defect that had prevented them from having children.
A few seconds later, when the process was complete, the elderly couple was no more.
Instead, a handso young man with striking white hair and a radiant young woman with long, flowing blue hair stood before them, their features filled with disbelief.
Their once frail bodies now brimd with vitality, their astonished expressions reflecting the sheer impossibility of what had just happened.
"That's incredible! What kind of Law is that? Can I learn it?" Aron asked eagerly, his small hands already reaching out to touch Aria's glowing arm.
Aria felt the warmth of his touch, and an overwhelming surge of motherly affection filled her heart.
There was nothing more satisfying than hearing her child's admiration and feeling him grow closer to her.
"Of course, my son. If you want to learn, who can stop you?" she said softly, her voice full of warmth.
"Really?" Aron's round eyes sparkled with disbelief, as if it was too good to be true.
"Mm-hm, really," Aria affird, gently pulling him onto her lap.
Aron didn't resist, his small fra sinking into his mother's embrace. The warmth and security he felt were unlike anything he had ever known.
"But… Mother, they said I can't wield any Law. What about that?" he asked hesitantly, his voice laced with uncertainty.
Aengus smiled and reached out, his fingers brushing against Aron's soft cheeks.
"They know nothing, my son," he assured him. "Your bloodline was sealed by your mother to keep you safe and hidden from danger. But once we remove it, you'll be able to start practicing anyti."
Aron looked at his father, a man who emanated an aura of mystery and dominance ever since he arrived.
Oh, now I understand. Everything makes more sense now," Aron said in realisation.
"Indeed."
Aengus spoke little, but his love for Aron was evident in his every action.
Aria, on the other hand, was on cloud nine after hearing her son call her "mother" for the first ti. The sheer joy of that mont overwheld her.
"My son, can you call mother once more?" she asked, almost pleading.
Aron blinked in confusion but obliged. "Mother… What happened? Why are you crying?"
"No, I'm not crying. I'm just happy," Aria said, quickly wiping away her tears.
"Huh, why am I being left out?" Aengus interjected, a playful smile on his face. "Call father too."
Aron hesitated for a mont.
To Aengus, that brief pause felt like an eternity. But then, after what seed like a lifeti, Aron finally looked at him and said sweetly, "I'm sorry… Father!"
His tone was unsure, as if he was still trying to process everything the best way possible.
"No need for sorry, Aron."
Aengus, however, seed satisfied. A gentle smile spread across his face as he reached out and patted Aron's head.
The elderly couple, now young again, snapped out of their stupor and looked at the warm scene before them. A mix of happiness and lingering sadness filled their hearts.
The boy they had raised for five years would soon be gone. Just like that.
"Thank you for your divine grace, Your Majesty. We cannot express our gratitude enough," the old man—now in his pri—said, trying to keep his emotions in check.
The fair woman with white hair nodded vigorously. "Yes, you can take him away now. And please, take good care of him. He can be really mischievous sotis."
Aengus observed their expressions, noticing the sadness they were trying to hide.
With a soft smile, he offered, "Mark, Darcia, You two are young and healthy now. If you'd like, you can co with us. Venture outside, explore the realm, and experience life in a new way. Like this, you can visit Aron whenever you want. I'm sure my son would miss you if you stayed here forever."
Aron was so excited by the proposal that he leaped off his mother's lap and exclaid,
"That would be really great, Father! I'd be able to see Grandpa and Grandma more often!"
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The elderly couple initially wanted to reject the offer. Wandering around in a completely unfamiliar world seed overwhelming for them.
But seeing the excitent on Aron's face, they hesitated.
Sensing their hesitation, Aron faked a cry. "Why, Grandpa, Grandma… do you not want to see anymore? Have I already beco a stranger to you?"
"Ah..."
The couple was imdiately struck with guilt and exchanged glances before sighing in defeat.
"No, of course not, Aron. We love you dearly," the old ma said sincerely.
His wife nodded. "Don't be sad, dear. We'll go with you and spend ti together ti to ti."
Aengus and Aria smiled, pleased with their response.
And now, the ti for their departure was near.
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