Chapter 221

"I knew that was you this morning, and It seems you've been busy the last two months." Ozen told Zack while examining Ren, and Yuki.

"I felt an odd aura since I've arrived, but assumed it was Naomi's child," Samuel stated.

"She's resting right now but says it will be any day now," Zack replied.

"Why are your wings different from papa's?" Helena asked feeling an odd sensation from Samuel.

"It's from something I did a long time ago. Do you have wings?" Samuel smiled.

Helena shook her head while examining Zack's back.

"She has another form and can use some form of holy attack," Zack told Samuel.

"You should all be kind to her papa unless you wanna see her strength first hand." Lilith smiled at Helena.

With Helena at the table Kaya, and Octavia didn't argue anymore. Both of them calmly talked to Zack and didn't bicker in the slightest. They realized how dangerous it was to act up around Helena.

"When are you starting the auctions?" Julius asked.

"Everything is ready to go we were just waiting till after the coronation. Tomorrow afternoon will be the first auction if you wanna send some through," Zack replied.

"Are you sure about the no taxing? It's really not a problem." Julius replied.

"I've got no issues when it comes to finances, and designed the market to help our allies," Zack stated.

"We have no uses for the money within the city anyway," Destiny said while reviewing her work order.

"It still helps you develop relationships though," Julius told Zack.

"The partnerships I'm involved with right now provide more than enough for our city. I would rather the money go to the communities that could use it." Zack replied.

"I can vouch for his sufficient treasury. We owe all the renovations to Blackreach to his donations after all." Mephisto stated.

"He won't admit it, but he's been starting to match it," Hannah told Zack with a smile.

"This is the king of Westwood, and he was wanting to speak with you," Mephisto announced as Cameron approached.

Zack got up from the table extending his hand in a friendly manner. Hearing about Zack's involvement with his people, and seeing the harem at his side Cameron had a deep respect for him. Cameron shook his hand without hesitation while giving a polite smile.

"Your kingdom is truly wonderful, and I wanted to thank you both for the invitation," Cameron said as he turned to greet Ozen.

"How's the border holding up?" Ozen asked.

"We've had a few skirmishes with the orcs during the winter, but they have returned to internal struggles," Cameron replied.

"Some clans just love battle, and it makes them difficult to deal with," Harald stated.

"A good fight is one thing, but senseless killing to gain access to a place that doesn't exist is pointless," Sven said while taking a drink of his horn.

"The halls of Valhalla existed, but Odin was a Nephilim. He was an offspring of the watcher Amaros that survived." Samuel replied.

"I thought the flood wiped them all?" Zack asked.

"No there were many Nephilim to avoid its destruction due to Lucifer's interference. Most were smart enough to avoid detection and used their appearance to gather worship from the new humans. With their worshippers' help, they managed to avoid detection, but eventually, they were all hunted down. The final ones took refuge within a human city attempting to replenish their numbers. It's why Sodom and Gomorrah were rendered to salt." Samuel replied while taking a big drink.

"So the old gods truly existed?" Sven asked.

"For a time they did, but once Odin was cut down the domain he created collapsed. This was all before the first dark age even occurred. The only ones saved from persecution were the ones under the protection of Chamuel." Samuel said while glancing at the elves.

"It's still a little hard to believe our ancestry," Valan stated.

"It was a shameful moment for the angels, and they went to great lengths to hide the existence of the Nephilim. The first humans to learn magic were given the knowledge by the watchers, but after the flood, it was forgotten. When the dark ages came Altair taught the humans to help them survive and he was ready to accept his punishment without complaint. In the end, Altair was granted leniency for his actions since they originated from his love of creation. Your species is truly divine and is connected to the earth more than they like to admit. For some time your people were even worshiped, but they made sure to correct that." Samuel said while taking another drink from his cup.

"You talk a lot when you drink," Lilith smirked.

"It's a happy occasion after all. Congratulations on the little miracle." Samuel announced while raising a cup towards Destiny, and Zack.

The others at the tables raised their drinks, and with all the attention Helena had a large smile. Zack looked around at his family, and friends happy to see his mother's dream coming into place. Everyone continued to celebrate with each other without a worry.

While Zack was at his table mingling with guests Edward was talking to Emilia about their engagement. Finally ascending to the throne, and having her kingdom back in order she could tell Edward.

In order to let him save face, Emilia led Edward off to the side to talk privately. Edward grabbed her hand pulling her in close, and Arthur tried to keep his composure. Seeing Emilia adjust their distance calmed Arthur a little, but he watched closely.

"There's no easy way to say this, but I can't go through with our arrangement. As you know by now my father has passed, and with it, I gained some clarity. I want to be with someone that I love, and I'm sure you can understand that. Hopefully, we can continue to be allies, and move our kingdoms into an age of prosperity." Emilia said while slowly releasing Edward's hand.

For a moment Edward went silent, and he seemed to be accepting the declaration. Emilia was preparing to turn around when Edward grabbed her wrist firmly.

"You really think you can blow me off that easily? Who have you been fucking behind my back?" Edward demanded an answer.

"You're clearly upset, but this behavior isn't acceptable. I told you as a courtesy, but as queen, I have no obligation to obey you. Now let me go." Emilia said while shaking her wrist free of his grip.