Episode 35: THE KING
Before, there were really no helpers. It was just Deltha and Alice, who stemmed from the same radiant light, that gave them life and purpose.
They had been tasked by much superior beings, to assist the souls of the mortals.
At first, their job was easy. But as more humans populate the world, their jobs became much harder. And they needed a helping hand sooner or later.
What they did was handpicked a 'still alive' mortal that they see as worthy to assist them.
It was Nhairon. His name, holds no meaning, but his incredible leadership among his people gave his name power and influence. He was loved by the countrymen, except for some of the nobles, who befriends him, only to their advantage.
One day, his people experienced great famine.
The wise king, so kind and selfless walked towards their highest tower to pray and ask for help.
But nothing came.
Out of desperation, he plead to give his life in exchange for his people's lives.
The angels rejoiced and informed Alice and Deltha that they found them a perfect assistant.
They saw the skies that Night, it was nothing that could be explained.
The skies turned green and a colorful thunder struck the tower, where the king was praying.
Those who were outside swore they saw an almost blinding path of light go towards the king's chamber.
When the skies calmed down, they rushed in aid of the king. But he wasn't there.
Nhairon was blessed with more power and immortality when he reached the spirit realm.
The countrymen's lives returned back to prosperity but they miss the king greatly that every month they gift his tomb with food and a jar of fireflies so his tomb be forever lightened and lively.
The people's love for the king gave his younger brother, Rasalii, ever growing jealousy and inferiority. Even if he was already king, people would still favor his brother's splendid leadership.
The noblemen, took advantage of his jealousy and manipulated him to behead anyone who would gift his tomb with food or any sort of materials. They argue that it is disrespecting the current leader.
Rasalii, thirsty for admiration and acknowledgement, signed the contract.
Since Nhairon was too kind, majority of his people still gave him gifts, and pray for his saving.
That made Rasalii very mad and thus, a great massacre occurred and most of the people were killed by his blind hunger for power.
That angered Nhairon, as he was the one to collect them all. And was the one who sacrificed his soul and body just so his country won't starve.
He asked permission to descend temporarily to tell his brother to stop, and the heavens approved.
When he came to him, his brother ought to kill him with a knife.
That hurt Nhairon deeply.
The day his brother and the nobleman died because of the people's revenge, Nhairon looked them in they eyes without the loving warmth of the king they once knew.
His eyes were cold and distant, clearly unforgiving. And as his spear sucks their soul, he vanished them to hell to suffer forever.
Since then, Nhairon believes that friendship is fatal. He saved his people, but he was betrayed by those he loves and cherishes most.
The day Humility outranks the other reapers, Nhairon remembered his little brother. He thought that he'll take his rank away from him due to competition, but Humility was kind and humble. A brother he never had.
He was always smiling, face never changing its charm. He was very forgiving, and encouraging, that Nhairon couldn't help but admire his personality.
The day he found out he was abducted, he fell in great despair. He remembered himself. Someone so kind and humble, betrayed and disrespected.
That is why now, as he saves those he cherish for another time, he makes sure it won't go to waste.
He attacks Jinko and several other jinxi at once. He was swift, and others couldn't help but just watch him move around.
Monica smiles in fascination and went up to his front.
MONICA: Let's see if the king...can handle the queen...
Nhairon's fiery eyes glowed in burning hatred and began to attack.
Monica took the hit intentionally to know just how strong he is, to her surprise, he and she had the same ranking in strength.
She smiles in a childish manner, as if excited to fight him.
MONICA: Finally! A stronger foe!
Nhairon did not mind her at all as he began to move towards her for a swift move.
Red and Humility, drained and tired were almost close to giving up, when they saw just how much strong Nhairon is, were fueled back and gained inspiration to fight once more.
Who would win?
The king...
Or the queen?