Chapter 273: Family gathering

"So you're fine, I don't need to go check on you?" I asked Lillian in a call since I have to occasionally check up on her

"Just a bit fatigue sometimes and a bit sick, but Natalie is help taking care of my work as I rest" Lillian replied

"That's good, like I said, if you need anything at all when I come back, just give me a call since that damn brother of mine isn't helping"

"Well I'll be sure to take my child to your wedding unless you arrange it early" she giggled

<Damn, I forgot how fast news can travel, worse if it's a misunderstanding>

"Okay then, bye Lillian" I then ended the call and Lia woke up

"Hey, did you have a good sleep?"

"It would be better if I slept longer" she yawned

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"Congratulations Perseus, honestly I didn't think you had the guts" Struan greeted as I walked into my parent's house "I actually betted against you"

"Yeah, I got a lot of money" Olivia laughed "So relaxed as me and your mom prepare a celebratory brunch"

"Yeah, the others are coming over too, so give us the juicy details" Struan laughed "Don't worry, it's through warp and we have kept escorts to a minimum and hidden them since you hate attracting attention"

-Where's Cordelia?- Dabria asked

-She's coming later-

-I tried to stop them from gambling- Siege informed

-I encouraged them- Damon chimed in

-...Wow-

-I tried to stop him- Diana sighs -But I'm the little sister, he doesn't listen to me-

-We know it's a promise ring, but just for today, know that you're never living it down- Ace laughed as he hopped onto my shoulder and rubbed his face against mine

"Mom, what's for brunch?"

"French toast, sandwiches, chicken and cold apple juice for you since that's your favorite" mom answered

-Let's gather everyone round where I can hope to at least resolve the misunderstanding-

-Trust me, I wanted to tell you, I was really tempted, but I had a small discussion with my brother and he thought it'd be more funnier if I didn't- Dabria chuckled

-I'll swear to Elektra that I'll beat him in chess the next time I see him, and I will show no fucking mercy, he stills beat me every 3 of 4 games, Ace, you got taught by Loki, right? Teach me some tricks after this-

-That was only minor training, he mostly taught me about other tricks and illusion, so I doubt I can help much- Ace replied

*****

After Lia, the Irons, the royals, and Marella arrived, I then tried to explain them the misunderstanding, after they understood, they are now arguing whether the winner of the bets should keep the winnings or not. Eliza herself is checking on the ring on Lia's hand.

"Hmm sounds like a great product to sell" John said as he scratch his chin "Selling these promise rings or whatever could attract a wider couple customer base"

"You should patent it first" Damon suggested

"Hey, he's basically saying that he's swearing his commitment to her, I at least deserve a portion of my winnings" Olivia argued with my parents

"We're rich, what's a few gold coins going to worth if we have millions of them?"

"It's worth more if you win it from a bet after you see their despairing faces, Perseus"

"Welcome to the Silver Family's household" Diana told the royals

"I like your family" Queen Ziya chuckled "Remind me of my academy days"

"Hmm, I only remember being bullied a lot for being a seer" Marella grumbled "At least I met you 2 and got a beautiful daughter out of it"

"Perseus, if you already devoted to our daughter anyway, why not get engaged now?" the king asked "You don't have to worry about anyone opposing you, you're rich, you're one of the strongest mage alive, and you saved this kingdom. No one is going to oppose you unless they value their lives and status"

"I just need to deal with the gods first and then you can expect me to marry her right after, I promise"

"I'm actually jealous at your smithing skills" Eliza grumbled "Please leave the smithing and muscle work to me and don't steal my job please, this really is well crafted"

"Yeah, imagine if he trained in smithing all this time instead" Luke scoffs "Mix that with his magic talent and focus, he can make dozens of equipments at the same time running every smith out of business"

"We almost had a child" Lia joked as she took a drink

Struan immediately choked on his food and Ziya slap his back to help him spit out the food while everyone are slack jawed

"There are children in the room" I pointed to Oliver and Emily "Besides it was just a discussion"

-Perseus, are you seriously thinking about having a child right now during such irresponsible time?!- Dabria scolded

-Yeah, what were you thinking?!- Diana added

"Don't worry, we will not be having a child anytime soon." I reassured everyone, my parents actually looks a bit disappointed instead "Don't look disappointed!"

"Welcome to my world" Luke grumbled "Already promised to take care of the child while he's away, but he still decline such an amazing offer"

"That's because when I have a kid, I would want to be a part of their life instead of being away all of the time, I don't want to son or daughter to only hear stories about me from you, I want to tell them myself. Tug them to bed, support them emotionally and be there for them even if it's stupid things like fearing the monster under the bed"

-Man, it's so embarrassing to hear it aloud-

"Yeah, we never got that, did we?" Mom asked

"Nope" Dad answered "Instead, he's the one the monsters fear"

"Nice speech" the king clapped "Need a bit of improvement though"

"I'm 17!"

"I've seen royals have children at 15" Ziya pointed out

"I apologize for my manners, but do you realize how fucked up it is to have children at the age of 15?!"

"No worries, you apparently made 10 kingdoms your 'bitch', this is tame compared to what I hear about you" she laughed it off

"Well I've heard him say worse" Marella pointed out

"Seriously, wine?" The king asked

"What? A seer needs a drink sometimes, we get bored too" Marella shrugged

-Yeah, the girl's quirkiness comes from being raised by the 2 of them- Diana commented

-Yeah, and her brother matches the quiet but responsible father more- Siege agreed

"So first you disappoint us with the fact you're not actually engaged and now you turned down an opportunity of having a child?" Dad asked

"Yes, I'm sorry to disappoint you" I answered to which everyone groan

"That's our boyfriend alright" Eliza giggled "Truly responsible"

*****

"Alright Jasper, where's Maska? And why is sis here?"

"We have to pick him up from his mother's house" Jasper chuckled "You never met his mother, right? Well a good time as any, since you all have sensitive noses like mine, please try not to sniff her perfume"

His wolf ears then twitched which really tempted me to tiptoe and pet him but I managed to resist because he'll just turn into his beast form which is a werewolf and slash my face if I did.

"Well you said that some gods might interfere with your trip, so I have requested father to join your group" Stella responded

"Fun to have you join us sis, now let's go get's mama's boy"