Origins of a God: Khan Mayrtris - The Cosmic Birth

Chapter X: Meeting Ultima Blazer

The Realm of the Gods held an unusual energy that day, a quiet anticipation that seemed to permeate the air. Valoria noticed it first—a faint, electric hum that vibrated underfoot as she walked with Aetherion through the glowing, arching trees of their sanctuary. She glanced at him, her brow furrowed in thought.

"Aetherion," she murmured, her voice low, "do you feel that? It's as if the Realm itself is preparing for something."

Aetherion nodded, his gaze steady. "Yes, I sense it too. We were called here for a reason."

Ahead, a small clearing appeared, awash in a soft, golden light. In the center stood three figures, and Valoria's breath caught as she took in the scene. The child in the center, no older than Khan, had short, spiky black hair and striking heterochromatic eyes—one vivid blue, the other an intense orange. His features carried both the fierce pride of a Kaiju and the ethereal grace of a phoenix. And behind him, swaying like a halo, were nine orange and white kitsune tails, each one tipped with a gentle flame that flickered in the breeze.

"This must be him," Aetherion said softly, his voice filled with awe. "Ultima Blazer."

As they drew closer, Blazer's parents, standing in shadow, took a small step back, as though offering him the space to meet these newcomers alone. Though silent, they emanated an intense presence, pride and caution radiating from their watchful stances.

Aetherion knelt, meeting the young hybrid's gaze. "Hello, Ultima Blazer," he greeted, his voice warm. "I'm Aetherion, and this is my wife, Valoria. We're very honored to meet you."

Blazer's gaze softened as he looked between them, then dipped his head slightly in greeting, his voice soft but clear. "Hello," he said, though his gaze still held a hint of guarded curiosity. His eyes shifted to Valoria, observing her with a mixture of wonder and seriousness.

Valoria knelt beside Aetherion, her smile gentle. "You have a beautiful name, Blazer," she said kindly. "And you are quite extraordinary."

Blazer looked down at his tails, which flicked with quiet pride behind him. "Mama and Papa say I'm 'like fire and storm,'" he replied, a hint of wonder in his own voice.

Valoria's eyes softened. "Fire and storm... yes, I can see that. You're strong, like the elements themselves, and that makes you special."

A hint of uncertainty flickered across his face. "But sometimes... sometimes people get scared of that."

Aetherion reached out, placing a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "Power can be difficult for others to understand, especially at your age. But it's not something to be afraid of. It's a gift, Blazer, something to grow into with time."

At that moment, a small voice interrupted them as Khan, curious and excited, approached, his bright eyes locked on Blazer. He looked at the hybrid's nine tails, eyes wide with awe. "Whoa... Hi!" Khan greeted, waving. "I'm Khan. Want to play?"

Blazer's eyes softened, his guarded expression fading as he considered the offer. Slowly, he extended a hand toward Khan, who eagerly took it, sealing an unspoken bond between them.

"Okay," Blazer replied, his voice quiet but warm. "What do you like to play?"

Khan glanced around, spotting a cluster of stardust stones. "We can make shapes! They turn into anything if you ask nicely."

Blazer's gaze followed Khan's, and his tails swayed with interest as he approached the stones, his fingers tracing their shimmering surfaces. Valoria and Aetherion shared a quiet look as they watched the two boys, a sense of hope filling the air.

"Your son has an incredible presence," Aetherion said, turning to the shadowed figures behind Blazer. "He carries both light and power—a rare combination."