The Crystal
(Vincent E. Catacutan)
Chapter 8 The Birth Of The Mandith
In the palace of Kratos, inside the room where the portal through Earth was located, Regis and his closest comrades were having conversation.
“I intend to stop your foolishness, but I surmise you’re very decided,” said Iros.
“Definitely,” replied Regis smiling.
“You’re the only one I know who can make stupid decisions like that,” exempts Tyfa. “I just hope you won’t regret the destiny you choose.”
“I don’t know if what you said was a compliment or an offense,” doubted Regis. “But thanks. I’m sure this is what I want. I won’t regret giving up my honor as a king and a Phirean just to be with Nifera.”
“Then may you find happiness on Earth,” wished Tyfa.
“To express my gratitude is endless, Tyfa,” thanked Regis.
“So you’re prepared to give everything for that mortal,” supposed Griav lying back on the wall. He looked sharply at Regis. “You’re aware of what you’re forbidden love may bear, aren’t you? It can give birth to a mandith. Its existence is prevented. I’ll destroy anything that can bring chaos to us even if it would be your child.”
“I’m quite aware of it. Don’t bother. I won’t let my child hold a kind of Phirean strength. I’ll seal his Riukan (Power Chamber). It will prevent the power to wake,” resolved Regis.
Griav laughed hard. “You’ll insanely do anything only to pursue what you want.”
“Call me insane,” Regis smiled. “I realize that for love, even the richness, power, and honor can be sacrificed. I’m severely invaded by it. Now, what am I saying? I suppose you’re right. I’m insane.”
Everyone laughed.
“I expected that you would do something stupid, but I never expected that this day would come. Maybe this is the last time we can see you, Regis,” uttered Iros. “You know that you can’t ascend here again after this unlawful action. We should kill you then.”
“I’d rather stay on Earth than to fight with my closest friends,” chose Regis. Maybe there will be no chance for me to see you all again, but this friendship will never have a chance to disappear. You’ll never fade in my memory.”
“Of course,” Regis’ friends strengthened.
Regis smiled. “I think my disgracefulness is not appropriate here. I should go.”
“We’re glad that you’ve found what you seek, but I cannot stop my tears. Farewell Regis,” sobbed Tyfa.
“We won’t forget you,” wept Iros.
“Farewell, Regis, my friend,” said Griav as he set energy to the gem to open the portal.
“You’ll be a better king, Griav. I trust Kratos to all of you. Farewell my friends,” said Regis tearfully. He walked into the portal to descend to Earth to live a new life with Nifera.
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In the palace of Hypoc:
“What’s your purpose here Marcan?’’ asked Kurthos sitting on his throne. “But before that, I praise you for replacing the former king of Kratos in his position in Twelve Knights.”
“I’m honored, King Kurthos.” responded Marcan standing before the king of Hypoc. “I’ve learned that King Vicentius had descended to Earth. If I’m not mistaken, it’s because of a mortal woman. The Phirean Council sentenced him death if he will ascend here again.
“How disgraceful,” exclaimed Kurthos. It was noticeable that his face had an analogy to Regis, except that his hair, his eyes, and his aura were cryptically dark. “Preferring love to crown, he’s foolish. He didn’t really deserve to be a king! Yet, I should be grateful to him. Things are turning into my control.” He laughed.
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On Earth:
Regis easily passed all the challenges of the former king of Raffinia and proven his love for Nifera. The two hearts was united by their marriage. When the father of his wife died, they became the new king and queen leading the village to progress and wealth. He and his wife kept his real being. He lived like mortals, never using any power, yet he was fulfilled as long as he was beside Nifera.
The forbidden love had sprung in the womb of Nifera. After few months, the day of the child birth came. The best midwife of Raffinia was summoned. Still the delivery was hard and painful. Finally the baby was successfully brought to the world. News about it delighted the whole village.
There would be a ceremony for the favorable result of laboring as well as the baptism of the infant after three days. The parents of the child were suggesting names for the child, until Regis thought of a name that would be appropriate for their son.
After three days, the ceremony began at night. The people were gathered at the yard of the palace where there was a platform. The kings and queens, princes and princesses, and some residents from other villages were invited. There would also be a feast to enjoy after. Regis and Nifera, carrying their son, stepped up to the platform, and sat on their throne. Everyone became silent and faced them, curious about the newborn. The high priest of Raffinia also went to the stage and began to speak.
“A pleasant night to all of you, men of Raffinia, especially to the kings and queens of our allied villages, Morasel, Kizeron, Lafara, Labela, and Baneo, and to all of the people who came here to witness the baptism of our new prince!” started the priest of Raffinia. “After the strenuous delivery, our Queen Nifera has brought our King Regis his dreamed son, and Raffinia another cavalier!”
Nifera and Regis stood up and presented their son to the crowd. Then the people clapped their hands.
“This child!” continued the priest. “Is hoped to impart himself for the progress and serenity of the village. His name means invincibility; that no matter how hard the odds the world shall give him, he will never let himself be overcome. With the blessing of the God, Messiah, he shall be called, Vincent!”
At the same time the name of the child was yelled, a thick lightning flashed above the sky and an intense thunder roared. The heavens twisted. Lightning and thunder continued, and an earthquake trembled for long time. Regis immediately covered his wife and son. All were occupied by apprehension.
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