Abode (2)

The light that continued to shine brightly from the stone hut radiated even in a distance that permeated through the skin. Silence mellowed around the environment as we both sat down on the ground looking at the hut that continued to shine bright.

"So if it's the case then why did Styx and Marie say something about me having the Cradle of the Lost?" I faced Y as the question passed.

"Those two are abnormalities you see. I don't know why they have the conceptualization of the Cradles foundation, but they somehow do" His eyes squinted filled with menace. "That information was never disclosed to the public. Concealed for a reason that might frighten the masses."

"But then they wouldn't speculate about it right, I mean the cradle is basically a lost empire that was made to infinitely spawn creatures that would end up destroying the kingdoms" I voiced my complaint about this being too fishy.

"Because it was foretold that it would come back—" Y tried to comment back

"So now it's about a stupid prophecy that would be adhered to through all the ages with the life expectancy of 15, how wonderful" I abruptly cut his words with mine. I was agitated by all of this and suddenly blurted out the thought.

"This isn't the first time the cradle appeared again and you weren't the first child I have guided. The battle of Rivenguard was the result of all the figurative voices present in the same era." He continued.

"The Cradle will always appear on the figurative voices as penance for their sins. The entitled voice will have his cradle inside their personal abode thus it was difficult for people to identify who has it. The presence of the 7th voice will amplify the waves power so it was decided that the newest voice will be…executed, it didn't matter if he/she had the cradle or not as long as the 7th will die it is a small price for greatly weakening the strength of the waves" Y continued his explanation his a solemn tone.

"Thus I was sent off to somewhere to the edge of the unknown…" I lamented my existence and realized that all of this is too much for someone to handle. "Uncle was right, it is information too hard to comprehend."

Not only were you chased and recognized by a whole other being that could potentially destroy the world, but I was also always destined to die for the sake of humankind, with the thought in mind it was difficult to follow everything through.

"I was the one who pulled you during the first time when you were exhausted, and I had to manipulate everything to make things seem like it was all on you, and this time after the fight against the shade it's just the two of us inside, my purpose is clear this time, I want you to know what awaits your future. Only you can tell, I only follow" Y talked to me with a hint of sadness in his voice. "You have yet to learn how to whisper, Enzo"

'So it was him all along, the one who whispered to everyone dragging them here and brought me to unknown places' I thought.

To be honest I didn't know what to say, whether to be angry or happy that someone is looking out for me other than a few people, I didn't have the proper mood to think about anything and just stayed silent.

"So where were you all along, I didn't see you or did you interact with me as a child," I asked him

"I stayed particularly far away from you, the moment I get close to you the faster it was for the 'world' to recognize you. So when I realized what Robert was trying to do I started formulating a plan to awaken you. It seems that all of it was off though as unexpected variables came, I cannot see where this goes anymore" Y replied to my question in a clear, pristine voice.

"I see…" The only response that came to mind.

The wind rustled through my hair, and the shade of blue hue floated through the air as it signaled the change of the world around me, dense as it came, gone just as fast.

"You might wonder why I wanted you to fight the shade so desperately even in times of near-death situation" Y pointed his pale bony hand in front of him and marked the luminous hut.

"That is the answer. Another reason why the name Cradle of the Lost was widely popularized for sovereigns is due to the fact that inside they have the power to create homes for those who wander freely, lost, and forgotten. That hut right there is tantamount to the willpower and determination you have. The determination to live and fend off the shade" Y explained the result of my struggle.

"So what your saying is that the more determined a sovereign is the more durable and wonderful the house is inside of them? Is there a limit?" Curiously asked Y.

"The biggest I saw was a fortress that extended from one side of the battlefield to the other, your domain can sometimes manifest itself on battles when you desperately need it the most giving explosive strength to you and your dominions, but after the duration, you are noticeably weak for a few weeks or so." Y looked up and recalled his experience to answer me.

"Woah that's so cool!" I became excited about the thought of imagining a large castle with cannons that could shoot and oh man that would be nice.

"The exaltation is of rare occurrence but when it does happen, it a true sight to behold." Y felt happy while saying that. "The true reason why Sovereigns are feared is that they have the capability to fight their foes, protect their loved ones and families, and have the ability to accept those that are lost and shelter them. Not everyone can do that, mages, swordsmen, they can all try but never will achieve the result as that of a sovereign can." Y whose eyes were always dark gleamed with a strange passion that made him less intimidating almost even friendly looking.

I gleefully smiled at his statement which carried so much emotion that it can be felt from just the words that seem to articulate themselves into a language of hope. The things he said right now were shocking but truly helpful.

It seemed that it was the right amount of information he wanted to share as he stayed silent while watching the small hut.

I left the outside world and came inside my mind as I thought of many possibilities that could happen now. The world became silent as I focused only on myself and listened carefully to what I am saying. It was peaceful almost perfect without the subtle problems that are lurking at me right now, it would have been perfect.

'So the reason why I was away from the outside world, concealed even is that they already knew that I was the 7th and would be naturally executed'

'And with my existence, everyone, including my parents, uncle, and innocent people would suffer from this. That doesn't feel right at all. I didn't like it all' I tasted reality with disdain.

The trees began to furiously shake and the ground rumbled with loud hunger. The leaves flew far and wide as they fell from the homes they once occupied. The hut far from the distance began to show signs of breaking as cracks appeared that slowly begin to grow larger.

"Enzo?" Y called out to me, I heard him but right now all that I was focused on was my thoughts nothing mattered all of it became dead silent except for my thoughts.

The rumbling and shaking became louder and increased in intensity as time passed much faster with the hut breaking down from the top of the ground.

"I really cannot accept this at all. I need to do something, not just for my parents, answers but for those that I have unwillingly dragged into this mess" I declared as I stood up.

My heart was exhilarated from the moment. The wind passed through my skin and hair as it gently touched me with deep respect. Eyes opened wide with anticipation and determination.

The ground profoundly broke and trees began to break as the hut that was in the distance was demolished by the impact of its surroundings.

"Y, I have decided, you asked me what my goal was, well now I have reason to answer your question with determination." I strongly stared at him while he sat down listening with his face flabbergasted by the surroundings that began to quickly change.

"I have decided for all the people and sentinels that died and for those that still fight to live. I will carry their burden, I will do everything I can to finish this long war in such a way that people will not get hurt anymore. I swear on the name of William, my father, Claudette, my mother, and Robert, my uncle"

I swore an oath that will bind me in this duty to pursue the act of protecting the people and all that is affected by the war. As I did blue of all colors began to shine all over my body and made me an embodiment of a shining blue light that continued to grow intensely as I continued to speak.

"I will end the Quincentenary!" I loudly declared in front of Y who was still stunned by the sudden display of power.

The hut unknowingly broke down and hundreds of trees fell down to the ground with cracks forming all around. I didst notice the surroundings with much detail only the ones that I could mainly see.

I looked behind me and yelled at the fields where the hut used to stay which is broken down and just a pile of stone rubble.

"In order for me to find who is lost and protect the lost. I here call out the name Elysium. The home of where I reside my hopes and oath, where all souls lost to be found and rest." I loudly shouted with courage.

The ground began to shake once more as materials of unknown origin began to elucidate themselves upon the ground and constructed themselves into each other seemingly fit for one another. Grounds began to weave each other as cracks on the ground mend one another. Everything that was in chaos began to work in a beautiful creation of art that intrinsically represents life.

"I shall take the role of the 7th voice, The Whisperer, The destined one to die as to fulfill my oath that one day I shall perish in this land." I wholeheartedly proclaimed.

"The Whispers Embrace, Souls Lost, Now Found. May the gods bless my journey as I take responsibility for my destiny."

I finished my entire declaration as I continued to shine bright with blue light that encompassed my whole body. The atmosphere was tense and pressurized from the mana and energy that swirled in the air.

I smiled satisfied looking at where the hut used to be and saw Elysium. Where vast fields scoured the entire land and a large majestic mansion positioned itself in the middle.

I accepted this destiny, I accepted death and I will continue to accept everything that it will throw at me. I am done finding answers, it is time for me to be the one to answer.