The Arcadia Chronicles III: Wood Elf Quest

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Third person's POV

The others are overjoyed at seeing Janus up and well. When everyone is gathered, he knelt and bowed in front of them I'm very sorry. They stared in surprise at Janus' action, before they could say anything, Janus said I know that I made all of you worry about me, I know that I should've backed away on the moment I was injured but I pushed myself and almost ended up dead.

Liliana said assuringly As long as you're still alive, it's fine. It's Janus' turn - tears flowing from his eyes as he stood I'm really sorry, everyone. They smiled at him, Izanagi handed him his Masamune Clan band I believe this belongs to you. He received it with thanks and wore it around his forehead, Athena stepped forward and handed his swords Maybe these as well. Janus received them with a big smile and Athena said If you lost your swords, I can teach you how to wield a scythe.

Janus replied excitedly after wiping his eyes I would love to, Miss, then I will be as amazing as Sir Stein.

Stein, who is leaning on the wall, replied Oh, I don't think so.

Later in the evening...

Sylvia has swreat rolling down her cheek This is a first. As she sat on the porch steps, Kiyan and the others are outside - the entire village is present before them. The village head said We would like again to say our appreciation on saving our lives. The villagers bowed in front of them, the leader continued We have prepared a feast for all of you, please join us.

Liliana and the others barely has something to say for they're overwhelmed by the moment and they are not used to it. Alexander nudged Liliana You say something. Liliana slightly shook her head No, let Sylvana do it.

Sylvana reacted Why me?

Athena heard their mumble then surprised them by saying Thank you so much, we appreciate it. We would love to join you. The village head smiled Please, follow us. Janus said in admiration Wow, Miss Athena sure is bold! Athena replied Don't forget, I'm the Ju-an Clan leader, talking to people became a habit for me.

As they followed, Axel met them How are you, Janus?

I'm totally fine, how about you?

Axel replied energetically I'm fine, I may have been beaten by those snake-like roots and spells by that witch but it takes more than that to take me down.

Janus replied Me too!

Wilhelmina commented as she observed the two chatting excitedly It's like seeing the two Januses. Anastasia added wryly They sure get along with one another. As they arrived at the village center, Alexander is observing the place that is decorated like a festival for them.

He saw Lief on a roof, watching them.

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Janus' eyes sparkled as he saw many delicious food lined up It sure smells great! I can't wait any longer! They are seated as if they're the special guests of the evening. Alexander is enjoyingly munching on his food when someone put a mug of ale near him, he looks at the person and saw that it's Lief Oh, it's you, thanks.

Lief stood beside him I'm truly sorry, uncle, for attacking your companions bef--

Alexander is sipping his ale when he choked and coughed hard, Lief asked Are you okay, uncle? Alexander replied 'Uncle'? I'll get old sooner than I thought if you call me that, just call me Alexander. By the way, that's my name.