Chapter [9]

Lena hesitated, the pain of recalling the events and the concern to protect Kaito visible on her face. But given the current situation and how Kaito's powers had awakened, she realized that the truth was now the only safe option.

"Kaito," she began, her voice laden with deep sadness, "the reason I had to leave you when you were just a baby is complex and painful. And perhaps it's time for you to know the whole truth."

She took a deep breath, gathering the strength to continue. "Zeus, the king of the Greek gods, desired to possess me. I refused him, fell in love, and married your father. Zeus was furious with my choice. In his wrath, he killed your father." The words came out charged with emotion, the pain of the past reflected in every syllable.

Kaito listened attentively, his heart tightening with each revelation. "So, you had to leave me to protect me from Zeus?"

Lena nodded, tears of painful memories in her eyes. "Yes. To protect you, I left you at the doorstep of a family that I observed and knew could be good for you. I knocked on the door and performed a ritual that passed all my magical power to you. Without magical power, a fairy cannot survive, and that is how I died."

Kaito felt a lump in his throat, the pain of knowing his mother had sacrificed her life to save him was overwhelming. "So you are... just a memory now?"

Lena smiled sadly. "Yes, dear. Today, I am just a memory. And soon, even this memory will disappear. I wanted you to know that I have always loved you, and everything I did was to ensure that you had a chance to live."

Kaito, with tears streaming down his face, looked at his mother with a mix of gratitude and sadness. "Mother, I... I don't know what to say."

"You don't need to say anything, Kaito. Just live. Use the powers I passed on to you wisely and justly. Be strong and courageous. And remember, even when I disappear, my love will always be with you." Lena moved closer, giving Kaito one final embrace. He felt her presence slowly fading away, like a gentle breeze dissipating into the night.

"I love you, Kaito," were Lena's last words before she completely disappeared, leaving Kaito alone in his dream world, but now with a new determination and renewed purpose.

Awakening in the real world, Kaito opened his eyes, feeling stronger and more aware than ever before. He knew he had a new life ahead, full of challenges and responsibilities, but also possibilities and power. He promised himself that he would honor his mother's sacrifice, using his powers to protect those he loved.

Kaito lay in his bed, his eyes fixed on the ceiling as his mind processed the avalanche of information and emotions he had just experienced. The memories of his life as a human and the revelations about his true heritage as a half-fairy intertwined in a whirlwind of thoughts and feelings.

He mentally revisited the most important moments of his human life: a childhood filled with curiosity, the friends he made and lost, the romantic disappointments, and the small triumphs that shaped his personality. Each detail now seemed sharper, as if a new layer of understanding had been added to these memories.

The image of his adoptive parents, Gorou and Miki, surfaced in his mind. He felt a deep gratitude for all the love and care they had given him, despite not being his biological parents. Now he understood why he always felt an unexplainable connection to nature, an affinity for tranquil, life-filled places like the park where he met Yuuma. This was part of his fairy heritage, a natural bond with the world around him.

Kaito also found himself reliving the moment his mother, Lena, appeared in his dream. Her words echoed in his mind, bringing a mix of comfort and pain. Knowing his mother had sacrificed her own life to ensure his was both a heavy burden and a source of strength. He felt her love enveloping him, even in her physical absence.

As he absorbed these new memories and revelations, Kaito felt something different within himself. It was as if an energy that had been dormant was now awakening. The realization of his own powers began to take shape, bringing a sense of latent power that he was still learning to understand. He could feel the magic flowing through his veins, a force that pulsed gently, waiting to be explored and utilized.

He closed his eyes for a moment, focusing on the sensations this new awareness brought. It was like feeling the world in an expanded way, each detail around him seemed to have new depth and significance. He could almost hear the plants growing, feel the life in the earth beneath him, as if he were attuned to the natural rhythms of the world.

Lena's words came back to his mind: "Be strong and courageous." Kaito knew that was exactly what he had to be. The promise to use his powers wisely and honor his mother's sacrifice became his new purpose. He would have to learn to master these abilities, understand his new responsibilities, and face the challenges that would surely come.

Kaito took a deep breath, feeling the strength and determination growing inside him.

With memories still flooding his mind, Kaito vividly remembered the recent events that had forever changed his life. He saw himself again in the park, the image of Yuuma transforming from a sweet, attractive girl into a cruel, mocking fallen angel. He vividly recalled her cold, biting words, each insult and each laugh she threw out as she attacked him.

The sharp pain of the light spear piercing his abdomen returned with frightening clarity. He remembered the warmth of the blood flowing down his body, the feeling of despair and helplessness as he fell to his knees, feeling life draining from him. Yuuma's betrayal was a crushing weight on his chest, a bitter memory that fueled his desire for revenge.

Then, another memory emerged from the confusion: the vision of the redhead girl. She had appeared at his darkest moment, offering him a chance at survival and power in exchange for his loyalty. Kaito vividly remembered her face, serious and determined, as she explained what it meant to be reborn as a Devil.

Her words still echoed in his mind: "I will be the best master he could have. I will ensure that he has every opportunity for growth, power, and position." He recalled the agreement he had made with her, the promise to serve and learn under her tutelage in exchange for the life he now possessed.

Sitting on his bed, Kaito felt a surge of intense emotions. The betrayal, the pain, the revelation of his true heritage, and the new life that had been given to him all converged in a moment of clarity.

"I sold my soul to a Devil!"

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