Prelude to change 2.190

Hera called Jason, Odysseus, and Achilles to accompany the group of dwarves trying to make a fraudulent sale to the most prominent goddess of Orario. However, it was not on bad terms, they just escorted them as if it was an act of courtesy.

At the same time, Viggo cradled Uriel in his arms. She had kept playing and when she got tired, she fell asleep. Thirty minutes had already passed, but suddenly someone knocked on the door and Uriel opened his huge blue eyes. He stared at Viggo with unusual tranquility. Usually, she was crying requesting her food, bone Semiramis. But now he just looked at it.

Someone opened the door of the room, Viggo turned his face over, and saw Hitomi, with long red hair and pointed ears. She showed a calm smile and walked in his direction.

-Mr. Viggo- said Hitomi -the lady calls you to Mrs. Hera's room-

-I understand- said Viggo, he stood up and put Uriel upright as he hugged her. Then he moved his left hand to the side of the couch and took Uriel's bag with all his toys and necessities.

-Do you need help?- asked Hitomi, somewhat worried about seeing him hold Uriel with one hand and carry the bag with the other.

-No, not at all, I'm going to ask you to open the doors for me, that's all- Viggo replied.

Hitomi nodded and walked past Viggo, opening the door to the room and closing it after he passed with Uriel and his things. Then they walked down the corridor to the door of Hera's room. A place only reserved for those she could trust.

Hitomi opened the door, Viggo walked in and heard Hera say -It's good that you kept your composure. One can no longer rely on former business partners-

Viggo saw Hera and Semiramis sitting in the same armchair and looking at each other's faces. Hera wore the long white dress with which she came down to earth, with blond hair and eyes of a heavenly color. On the other hand, Semiramis wore a white chiton with golden edges, but with dark hair. Both women would take their breath away from the men.

-It's a shame- said Semiramis -maybe they thought that because you were pregnant, you wouldn't have good judgment-

-Well, there's nothing to worry about- said Hera -the worst-case scenario was avoided and now we will make you pay for this insult-

-Will you talk to the other gods and the guild?- asked Semiramis.

-Better yet, I will spread the rumor through the underworld and your chances of doing business will be terribly reduced. That's what he deserves for trying to scam me- Hera said with some coldness.

Viggo coughed to get attention and the two women saw him holding Uriel. Hera showed a pleasant smile and stretched out her hands. Viggo knew what she wanted, passed through the space between the armchairs around a coffee table, saw Scheherezade sitting in an armchair with a high back that made her almost invisible if you looked at her from behind. He approached Hera and handed her over to Uriel.

-Thank you, Viggo- said Hera and held Uriel in her arms -How are you precious?-

Viggo looked at Semiramis and she winked at him, as if telling him that her effort was positive. Well, the fact is that they avoided a trap that would have cost Hera several hundred million valis. Viggo winked at him back and went to sit next to Scheherezade. The latter leaned against his shoulder and took his hand.

Hera made Uriel stand on her lap and admired his delicate red hair, blue eyes, and plump cheeks. She said as if it were something natural -thank you, for your previous help, Viggo. I didn't know that you had awakened your divine power-

-In a sense I haven't awakened him, I just occupy it according to circumstances, I'm not a god yet- Viggo said modestly.

-I'm sorry, if only I knew how to become a god I could help you, but you see, we were born that way-

-Father mentioned something similar, he said that they were born perfect, being gods-

-That's right- Hera replied -What else can you do?-

-Seeing from a distance is my only ability at the moment-

-Don't lie to me, child- Hera replied, looking into his eyes with a playful smile -you have your instincts, I have my experience and intuition-

Viggo made an awkward smile and replied -I have seen the future-

That caught everyone's attention. Scherezade and Semiramis already knew this, but it was something new for Hera and Hitomi. Hera was Kain's wife, so Viggo took it as normal to talk about something so important with her. On the other hand, Hitomi seemed trustworthy and didn't feel any bad feelings coming from her.

However, what was fine for Viggo didn't mean that for Hera it was, so she looked at Hitomi and said -Please go and rest. You can occupy the room next door as you like. I need to talk at length with young Viggo-

-I understand, ma'am- said Hitomi, taking the edges of her dress and bowing. She walked to the door and left the room.

Hera handed Uriel to Semiramis and then turned around to look at Viggo, who was sitting in the front armchair, next to Scheherezade -young Viggo, I tell you young because you are too careless. Your divine ability or power is not normal, even among the gods. Many would kill to have your power and develop it in the right direction so that it gave them an overwhelming advantage. You must know that with destructive power a kingdom is created, with intelligence that reign is retained and with wisdom it is made to prosper. That information and how it is used is more valuable than destructive power. Tell me what you have seen?-

-I- said Viggo, somewhat fearful, looking at Semiramis holding Uriel in his arms. She nodded and he continued -I saw the destruction of the city of Orario and the tower of Babel collapsed-

-What else?-

-A person, I deduced that he was a man by his voice and posture. That person complained to me that it was all my fault. Well, I think it was my fault, as I couldn't interact with the environment or move my body. I only saw and heard what another person saw and heard. He whom they call, God King-

-I understand- Hera replied with a small smile, as if it seemed most natural to her -if that is your future, I am proud of you and I am grateful to fate for being benevolent to the world. You are your father's son; I know that you will do all that is in your powers. However, leaving aside my personal thoughts, do you know what you are going to do with that information?- Viggo shook his head, in a helpless and indecisive gesture. Hera let out a sigh and nodded seeing it most naturally. Although Viggo was born a demi-god, he was a child and despite his experiences, he remains ignorant and innocent. Believing that he can do everything and that nothing can go wrong -have you written down what you have dreamed? The details, names, people, how long and the changes?- Viggo shook his head again. Hera let out a sigh and asked him one last time -Have you talked to your father?-

-Yes- said Viggo, looking into her eyes -he says don't go crazy believing everything I see. That future can be changed in a second, either by the fall of a leaf or that of a drop of water. In short, that future can be changed, but first you must know the where, when and what-

-Anything else?-

Viggo shook her head and Hera breathed a sigh of exhaustion. She also shook her head and muttered -men-. Hera looked at Viggo and said -from now on, you will record each of your dreams in a notebook that you will keep only for yourself, and you will not share with anyone-

-Nobody?- asked Viggo.

-Exactly, no one- said Hera -the weight of the future and the information that it entails drives mortals crazy. They despair trying to change it with stupid and irreversible actions that only pave the way for the anticipated destination. I feel sorry for Semiramis and Scheherezade, but it is not wise for them to know about the future-

-And let Viggo carry everything?- asked Semiramis with an angry expression.

-Yes, let Viggo carry everything- Hera said, looking into her eyes indifferently -you are mortal, your days are numbered, that will make you make foolish decisions that can hurt your future, that of Viggo, your daughter and all your loved ones. It is not wise for a mortal to know about the future. Believe me, I've seen it, they never do anything intelligent-

-I understand- said Viggo -Semiramis and Scheherezade gave him a bad look, but he didn't change his mind-

-That's good- Hera said, bringing her hand to her belly bulging for the baby -the future comes without asking permission or apology. It's just coming and the only thing we can do is be prepared for the worst. Take care of what we love and improve our position- she looked at Viggo with a sly smile and said -I know you'll be wise, it's just a matter of time. Don't drown thinking about convoluted plans and don't think that everyone shown in your dreams is your enemies. If you think correctly, you can transform a disadvantage into an advantage. As your father says, you must know where, when and what. I am a goddess; I have been for a long time and my only mistake was to love those who did not deserve it. But otherwise, I can be proud of my actions and what I do. Well, even if your mother didn't like it. I have seen many civilizations, so my word can guide you-

-I see, thank you- Viggo replied.

-Now, regarding the future, once you take notes of what may happen, we will meet with your father, only the three of us and we will give you advice. However, you must know that in the end, you will be the one who makes the choice. That means that if something goes wrong, you will be responsible and you will have to live to bear the consequences-

-That's not nice-

-Of course, it's not nice- Hera said and chuckled -being God means you must make a lot of tough decisions. Even if you make ninety percent of the world happy and ten percent sad. In the end, that ten percent will spread their sadness and hate you-

Viggo remembered the words of the man who stopped him as he walked through ruined Orario. Viggo nodded, and Hera made a sly smile.

-I had a dream where a man blamed me- said Viggo -he said I could have done more. However, I told him to let him do what he wanted, and the result was his fault. That person crumbled because of the result-

-You see, even if you let others do things their way, they will blame you because you are in a position of power. It is best to do what you consider right. That way, if you are blamed it will be rightly and not a cowardly act for not taking responsibility. Viggo, you will live long and learn to live with resentment of mortals. They will always complain about you and your dealings, but when they come to a satisfactory end, they will think it was only their luck. That's how ungrateful they are-

-I'm not like that- said Semiramis beside him.

Hera looked into her eyes and was not intimidated by her offended look -for now, you may continue to be devoted to your husband, but what will happen in the future? Will you still love Him with the same intensity? Maybe yes and it is Viggo's blessing. Maybe not and you blame him for everything that went wrong-

-That, will not happen-

-I hope so-