Chapter:6 Forbidden knowledge

As the Aurelius family grapples with the devastating loss of Reeva, a shadow falls over the Royal Palace, where whispers of tragedy mingle with the heavy air. Meanwhile, in the depths of the palace library, Hades finds himself drawn to forbidden knowledge, seeking solace in the ancient tomes that line the shelves. Unbeknownst to him, his quest for understanding will lead him down a path fraught with danger, as secrets long buried begin to stir, and the threads of fate weave a tapestry of destiny that will forever alter the course of his life.

Seven years old Hades found solace in the hidden depths of the forest ( There is a secret passage through Hades room to the forest, he has discover this passage by accident and no one literally know except about this passage except for head maid and her son Helli), where the whispers of the trees echoed the secrets of the world. It was here, amidst the rustling leaves and dappled sunlight, that he honed his skills in swordsmanship, his movements fluid and precise as he danced through the shadows.

His father, the emperor, feared the potential threat that Hades posed to his reign, and so he kept a tight leash on his son's education, forbidding him from learning the arts of warfare or the intricacies of politics. But Hades hungered for knowledge, thirsting for the wisdom that lay beyond the confines of his gilded cage.

In the dead of night, when the palace slept and the world outside lay shrouded in darkness, Hades would slip away to the secret passage that led to the forest, his heart pounding with excitement as he ventured into the unknown. There, hidden beneath the canopy of ancient trees, he would meet with his friend and confidant, Helli, who would bring him books from the outside world—books filled with knowledge and secrets that the emperor deemed too dangerous for his son's eyes.

Among the towering trees and whispering shadows, Hades devoured the forbidden tomes with an insatiable hunger, his mind absorbing their contents with a clarity and understanding that belied his tender years. He delved into the realms of politics and economics, dissecting the intricacies of power and wealth with a keen intellect that surpassed his years.

But it was not just scholarly pursuits that occupied Hades' mind. Deep within the pages of those ancient texts, he discovered hints and whispers of a power beyond comprehension—a power that promised to unlock the secrets of the universe and bend them to his will.

With trembling hands, Hades traced the words upon the page, his heart racing with a mixture of fear and fascination. He knew that to wield such power was to court darkness itself, to risk losing his soul to the very forces he sought to command.

And yet, as he gazed into the depths of his own reflection, he could not shake the nagging doubt that lingered in the recesses of his mind. The people's whispers haunted him still, their accusations of devilry and damnation echoing in his ears.

In the hushed whispers of history, the legend of the Dark War looms large, a tale of valor and sacrifice etched in the annals of time. Anaya's ancestors fought valiantly alongside the heroes of old, their deeds woven into the fabric of myth and legend. Yet, amidst the glory, lies a shadow—a shadow cast by the curse of the Dark Lord, a curse that lingers like a festering wound upon the Aurelius lineage.

For it was Hades' great-grandfather who, wielding the fabled sword forged of mithril, delivered the final blow to the heart of the demon lord. A hero celebrated, yet cursed by the dying breath of his vanquished foe. The curse, whispered in the winds of destiny, foretells of doom for any who dare ascend the throne.

As the current emperor succumbs to the insidious grip of darkness, his very soul consumed by the malevolent forces that seek dominion over the realm, Hades is thrust into a maelstrom of uncertainty. The weight of his lineage bears Down upon him, a burden heavy with the echoes of ancient prophecy and the chilling whispers of an uncertain fate.

In the depths of the royal palace, where shadows dance and secrets lie buried, Hades grapples with the legacy of his bloodline, haunted by the specter of the curse that threatens to consume him and his kin. Amidst the turmoil of his thoughts, one question burns bright in his mind: can he defy destiny and break free from the shackles of his family's cursed legacy, or will he be swallowed whole by the darkness that lurks within?

Was he truly the monster they believed him to be? Or was there more to his destiny than even he could comprehend? As the shadows closed in around him, Hades knew that the answers lay buried deep within the pages of the books that whispered their secrets in the darkness. And though the truth may be darker than he dared to imagine, he vowed to uncover it, no matter the cost.

(Note* It is said that the lineage of the emperor has fought in the great war 500 years ago "Dark war" in which Anaya's ancestors has also contributed greatly, but it was the Hades great-grandfather who has pierces the heart of the demon Lord by his swords, it was said that it was the one and only sword made with the mithril a very rare element not found in today's world. It is one of the kind that no one can easily pick and choose but on the contrary that sword chooses it master after the war. His grandfather is known as the "Great war hero" but as it is said that even if you try to completely vanish the darkness it still leaves its traces behind. The dark Lord while taking his last breath curse the war hero and his lineage. That curse will eat the soul of the person who take the throne. And their direct heir. As the current emperor is already showing the sign of being possessed crown prince Hades started concerning himself with these questions.)