Call of the Remains

Chapter 6

Unbeknownst to the humans and the group above, deep within a dark, foreboding realm, an ancient orb rested. This orb had the power to reveal the human world to two deities: Hades, the god of the underworld, and Eris, the goddess of discord and strife.

Hades leaned forward, his eyes narrowing as he observed the unfolding events with a mixture of curiosity and disdain. His realm was a place of shadows and whispers, where secrets thrived and mortal lives were but fleeting moments.

**Hades**: (muttering) The drama above amuses me. Humans, always so entangled in their petty conflicts.

Eris, ever the instigator, grinned with delight as she watched the turmoil among the mortals. Her fingers twitched with the desire to intervene, to sow further chaos and discord.

**Eris**: (smirking) Indeed, Hades. The tension between Zachary and his past is simply delicious. Shall we stir the pot a bit more?

Hades cast a sidelong glance at Eris, his expression a mix of impatience and severity.

**Hades**: (sternly) Eris, we have bigger things to worry about than mortal drama. Remember, our true objective is the Book of Peace.

Eris's playful smirk faded as she considered his words, her eyes narrowing with determination. The Book of Peace was a powerful artifact, one that both gods and mortals coveted for the immense power it held. Its possession could tip the balance of power in the realms, and neither Hades nor Eris could afford distractions.

**Eris**: (nodding) You're right, Hades. Our focus should be on securing the Book of Peace before anyone else does.

Hades leaned closer to the orb, his eyes glinting with a cold resolve.

**Hades**: (intensely) Exactly. We cannot let the mortals—or anyone else—get their hands on it. It must be ours.

Eris's fingers twitched with anticipation, a sly smile creeping back onto her face.

**Eris**: (grinning) Then let's make our move. We'll ensure that the Book of Peace comes into our possession, no matter the cost.

Eris's eyes gleamed with anticipation as she turned to Hades.

**Eris**: (curiously) Are your men ready?

Hades let out a dark, rumbling laugh that echoed through the shadows of the underworld.

**Hades**: (smirking) Ready? My dear Eris, they are more than ready. They've been waiting for this moment for centuries. The Book of Peace will be ours, and no mortal or deity will stand in our way.

Eris's smile widened, a sense of thrilling anticipation coursing through her. The stage was set for an epic clash, with gods and mortals alike vying for the powerful artifact.

Hades peered into the orb, a sly smile creeping across his face as he watched the scene unfold. At the back of the palace, a carriage had arrived, and a man with a blue cape pulled over his head stepped out, accompanied by several other men. The mysterious figure exuded an air of authority and determination.

**Hades**: (chuckling) Ah, it seems we have another player entering the fray. This night just keeps getting more interesting.

Eris leaned closer, her curiosity piqued by the new arrivals.

**Eris**: (intrigued) Who is he, I wonder? Someone with designs on the Book of Peace, no doubt.

Hades's eyes gleamed with interest as he continued to watch, the pieces of the grand game falling into place. The arrival of this mysterious figure added yet another layer of complexity to the quest for the powerful artifact.