The first peaceful night in a long time
*Knock Knock Knock*
"Hmm... five more minutes"
*Knock Knock Knock*
"OKAY!!! I'm Up, "replied Vincent as he got up from the bed and Yawned; after 30 minutes of cleansing himself, he opened the door and approached Aetheris.
Vincent couldn't help but stare as he approached the table where Aetheris sat. His eyes traced over every detail—the simple yet celestial-like attire that Aetheris wore, flowing elegantly as if it were woven from the stars themselves. Light seemed to gravitate toward him, illuminating his flawless features with an ethereal glow. His face was breathtaking, otherworldly as if a god had descended into the mortal realm.
'Damn... can a person really be this good-looking? How did I not notice before?' Vincent pondered, his steps slowing as he drew closer, captivated by the overwhelming presence of the one sitting before him.
"Don't look at me like that...no offense, but I don't swing that way. Quickly eat so we can leave," said Aetheris as he guided Vincent to the table; Vincent slowly approached the table with a slight bow, indicating his gratitude.
"Ahh, can I ask..." Vincent began, his voice trailing off as he settled into his seat. His eyes darted between the food on the table and Aetheris, unsure if he should proceed.
Aetheris, already sensing the hesitation, waved his hand dismissively. "If you're going to ask something, just ask it. We don't have time to waste with half-finished sentences.
But to be a little transparent with you, I am too smart for my age although I look young and I'm helping you because I can see some value in you I'm not truly benevolent nothing is free in this world if it's anything other than that continue "
"I know, what I want to know is are you a crown prince aiming to be a king or do you have an ambition of wanting to be a ruler or an emperor...if so what is my role in your plans" inquired Vincent as he continued to eat, his tone was calm and smooth because thanks to his sleep he was thinking clearly and that's how he noticed the trick Aetheris used...he gave him free will.
"HAHAHAHA, Vincent...Empires and kingdoms rise only to crumble into dust, their kings and emperors nothing more than fleeting shadows, expendable figures bound to the whims of time. They exist merely for an era, soon to be swallowed by oblivion and replaced by the next.
Why then, should I bind myself to something so fragile, so transient? To chase after fleeting crowns is to chase after illusions, fading with the passage of time
World domination, conquest, ruling—these are but the trivial pursuits of children yearning for validation, men who masquerade as gods while cowering behind their armor," Aetheris said, his voice low and contemplative. "Yet I am merely a man, driven by a singular dream, untouched by the illusions of power. Does that satisfy your curiosity, Vinny?"
His smile was slightly seductive, causing Vincent to look away for a moment. The absence of arrogance in Aetheris's words struck a chord within him, and a flicker of respect ignited in Vincent's heart.
'Hahhh, being handsome is a sin. Do I have to start wearing a mask? I am already suppressing myself...' pondered Aetheris as he saw the blush on Vincent's face. The idea of Seducing Men so easily didn't sit well with him...it felt foreign.
Vincent and Aetheris quickly finished their meal in awkward silence. Vincent occasionally glanced up from his plate, trying to understand the mysterious figure before him, but the tension in the air made it difficult to speak any further. Aetheris, sensing the unease, remained calm and collected, his expression unreadable as they completed their meal.
Once they were done, Aetheris stood up from the table, stretching briefly. "Now that we're finished, let's not waste any more time."
Vincent rose as well, wiping his mouth before nodding. "Right," he muttered, still feeling the lingering awkwardness from earlier. He followed Aetheris outside, stepping into the open air, where a quiet stillness settled over the landscape.
The sun cast a warm glow across the horizon, but despite the serene atmosphere, Vincent couldn't shake the sense that something was about to happen.
Aetheris paused in the middle of the clearing, his gaze fixed on the modest house behind them. Without turning back, he raised his hand slightly, his fingers barely twitching. Vincent watched in amazement as a powerful force began to stir around them.
With a single thought, Aetheris' [Telekinesis] activated. The ground trembled beneath their feet as the house behind them groaned and creaked under the immense pressure.
In a sudden burst, the structure collapsed inward, splintering into pieces as if an invisible hand had crushed it from within. Dust filled the air as debris scattered across the ground, leaving nothing but ruins where the house once stood.
' hmmm... It seems like I have become stronger' thought Aetheris as he looked at the crushed house
"Umm, I don't mean to be rude, but since you have this ability, can't we fly around instead of walking?" said Vincent with a humble tone; flying around seemed more efficient than walking to him.
"I tried it before, but it felt unnatural... repulsive; I have tried using things other than the Dyson sphere, but my very being rejects them... it's weird I know
The potion I gave slightly nourished your body to the point where I can freely run without worrying about dying... that's if we don't reach Mach 1 of course...shall we" said Aetheris as he looked at Vincent and seeing his nod he began to cast multiple barriers surrounding both him and Vincent
"Don't Vomit on me... please "
Aetheris quickly picked up Vincent using the princess carry style and with a single step they were gone leaving only an afterimage on their initial position
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986 words couldn't reach the 1k+ mark today sorry.