Of loves and reasons 1.93

Viggo said goodbye to Tsubaki at midnight, when he told her he had to go back to the mansion. Tsubaki told him that he could come back whichever he wanted, but always in the afternoon. Viggo smiled at his words, because as he supposed, Tsubaki didn't put any problem with the fact that he had several mistresses. After all, she knew Viggo's father, who also played his role as a father for eight years until she came of age and left the house.

She told him – "the fruit doesn't fall very far from the tree" – and punched him in the ribs, so that Viggo wouldn't have it so easy. For his part, Viggo only laughed and Tsubaki shook her head, and then gave him a passionate kiss.

After Viggo said goodbye to Tsubaki, he walked through the dark streets illuminated by streetlamps. By that time, most of the business had closed and only a couple of people were walking down the street. Viggo was one of them, and as a refreshing breeze ran, he began to sing. Since he was almost the only one on an entire block, he sang loudly enough that everyone could hear him.

He was happy because he was able to talk about many things with Tsubaki and feel that they were as close to each other as ever, just like when he was a child. So, Viggo sang at the top of his lungs, catching the attention of more than one person who was already sleeping at home by that time. However, instead of going out the door or looking out the window to throw a brick at him or shout an insult at him, many listened. After all, Viggo was already more than five years old singing the same sea songs and his voice was making the transition from a young man to a man in the best possible way. However, the body does not forgive and in the midst of that, out of tune, causing the laughter of more than one who was listening to it.

Viggo scratched his head somewhat embarrassed for being out of tune so ugly, but it was the natural change of voice; there was not much to do. At the same time, Viggo heard a familiar voice behind him.

- Huh?! You never get to know people- someone said.

Viggo turned around and saw a huge white-haired elf illuminated by the light of the lampposts – father!– said in amazement.

-I didn't know that side of you- Kain replied with a big smile. He was dressed in a white shirt and three open buttons on top. Dark cloth trousers and knee-deep boots – you seem to have learned a lot of things. Come here boy, tell me-

-Father, I- said Viggo super embarrassed

-Oh, come on, don't be shy- Kain said, moving forward until he reached Viggo. The difference was at least 40 centimeters between one and the other. Kain stretched out his hand, put it on Viggo's shoulder and helped him turn around so they kept moving forward -come on, come on- said.

Viggo kept moving forward next to Kain and felt the same as he did a couple of years ago. In the end, his father always conveyed that feeling to him for protection. Viggo looked up and saw his father moving forward with a smile on his face.

-How long have you been listening to me?-

-About twenty minutes? Where did you learn those songs?- asked Kain.

-In my travels, I was working as a mercenary on a ship and the old people sang songs. So, as I traveled, I was learning them-

-Mercenary?- asked Kain in an astonished voice -And were you the good guys or the bad guys?-

-Of the good guys, Dad, I only defended myself and defended the sailors-

Kain laughed, showing a big smile. Viggo thought Kain was happy because he had been a good person. However, Kain laughed because his son was still too innocent. In a struggle there are never good or bad, only interests that clash with each other. However, Kain preferred to let his son grow up and learn those things on his own.

-What else did you do in that place?-

-At first, I only ran errands like carrying fabrics or delivering a message, until two years ago, I was asked to protect the ship of Semiramis-

-Little rascal, having an affair with your boss- Kain said jokingly, who made Viggo smile and blush. However, Viggo raised his gaze and saw that Kain's smile became faint. Kain continued – Was that woman, Kiara?-

-Yes, she got me all those jobs-

-Do you know that she is not a normal person?-

-I know, father, she told me about her and Mr. Xiao. Also... I talk about you-

Kain stopped and so did Viggo. Kain took a deep breath and grimaced "there is nothing to do to him." Then he looked at Viggo with a sly smile and said -come, let's continue. If I arrive later your mother will kill me-

Viggo nodded and continued to walk with his father. He silenced everything and only the soft night breeze could be heard next to the ringing of the metals in a blacksmith workshop that did not know the meaning of the word rest.

-Father- Viggo said with some shyness.

-What's wrong boy?- asked Kain with a smile -the great Viggo was never so shy-

Viggo smiled remembering what he called himself a long time ago. Then he denied and asked him -Were you reborn?-

-Yes, several times- Kain replied with some seriousness.

-And I, well, did you know?-

-No- Kain replied, shaking his head -you are the first soul I know with such strength. However, your reincarnation is totally different. The only thing you keep is the life force and instincts of your past life. On the other hand, I remember everything-

-Was Father born knowing?-

Kain let out a chuckle and said -no one is born knowing, the body gets used to it and is shaped by the soul. Then your brain develops and acquires some tendencies from your previous life. However, it is never perfect. The mind develops just like everyone else's. You learn new things and forget others according to experiences-

-How was he a father before reincarnating?-

Kain continued to move forward while he squinted as he heard that question. It was, something he wanted to forget, but he never could. He wanted to renege against the scion of balance. However, without the ruthless Kain, he would never exist -it has been several times- said dodging –so it is a bit difficult to answer-

Viggo sensed the lie, but he didn't put pressure on his father. That way they kept walking and Viggo asked -Does father care about his past? Who went before?-

-No, because what is done, is done- Kain replied with ease -at the time I care, but now it is only something I have learned. Do you mind? Would you like to find out who you were, or would you like to stay as Viggo Dragonroad?-

Viggo looked into the dark street illuminated by the lampposts, watching as metal supports passed by him as he went. Then he looked at the night sky illuminated by an infinity of stars and replied -I don't know, but I like my life as it is now. Before... I felt overwhelmed by all things, but now I feel in control, I feel strong, I feel able to get to exciting places. Maybe my self was much stronger than I am now, but I doubt I've been as happy as I am right now-

-That's good, son- Kain replied beside him. He stretched out his hand, hugged him by the shoulder and drew him into his body. Viggo hugged him from the side and Kain caressed and messed up his hair.

After a while, they both walked apart from each other and kept moving forward down the street. Seeing at the end of the sidewalk a thick street that crossed it vertically and on the other side of the street, a great wall with a huge metal gate.

-To all this, yesterday Ottar came to ask me for some advice, and I told him that you were back- said Kain -he told me that you had the promise to fight, are you ready or have you just been practicing with your waist all these years?-

-Father!- said Viggo scandalized.

-Boy, these many years ahead if you think I didn't notice-

-Yes, but don't say it like that-

-Well, whatever, have you trained properly?-

Viggo took a deep breath and said -it's a bit difficult to train alone. In the place I was, the strength level of the warriors was too low. They weren't useless, but it also couldn't be counted as a challenge. I've exercised and trained my boxing, but without someone to test my strengths it's a bit difficult to overcome my limitations. So, I was thinking first of leaving the girls well-to-do and then going into the dungeon-

-Mmm? Your relationship is young- Kain said.

-I know, but soon I'll be fourteen, one step away from being an adult-

-I don't say that in that sense. I say this because you are just getting to know the other party-

-I have known all of them for two years-

Kain let out a sigh and said -I never thought of having such an idiotic child. Boy, believe me when I tell you that once you have a relationship with a woman, things change a lot. So, listen: your relationship is young because it's recent, isn't it?- Viggo nodded and Kain continued -then try to share as much time as possible with the girls without becoming annoying. Therefore, you are going to have to enter the dungeon and leave during the same day, are there any of the girls who are fighters?-

-Sakura and Ana, bow and daggers-

-Well, go with them, try to polish your skills, and share with them. In the evenings you spend your time with the other two and so on-

-But that way I won't be able to train to the fullest-

-Sacrifices, boy, sacrifices, one stops doing things out of love for other people. If you need to become strong, there is me, your old man, I have a lot of knowledge-

-It's true!- said Viggo, recalling the words of the primordial -Old Xiao told me that you could teach me something called touki-

-Yes, I don't think there is any problem. I just must see if you have the skills-

-Why? Is it very difficult?-

-I don't know, it didn't cost me so much to learn touki, it was like second nature, but everyone I've taught it in this place finds it impossible. At most, they develop the ability of magical reinforcement, but never touki armor-

-Armor?-

-Yes, armor- Kain replied with a confident smile -it makes you strong, resilient, and fast-

-I want that!- shouted Viggo super excited

Kain laughed out loud, which annoyed Viggo, but let it be.

-I wish it were that easy, boy- Kain said with a big smile on his lips as he wiped the tears from his eyes -but well, what do you lose by trying?-

-You see, damn old man, I will learn touki and you will have to make me a weapon and armor- Viggo said with a big smile. However, his words earned him a bump that left him seeing stars.

Viggo crouched down and grabbed his head with both hands. Then he raises his face and ask with eyes full of tears -Why do you hit me?-

-I am your father, boy, measure your words-

Viggo pouted and nodded. Then Kain nodded in response and walked ahead.