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Chapter 75 - The Festival and the beach

Void ling, Blaze, and Seraphina moved through the festival--wondering past the cheering crowds, taking in the energy of the celebration. And then--they saw them. THE PHANTOM ALLIANCE --Standing off the side, away from the main festivities.

Alvanor stood firm, Astrid, Augusta,Hinata and Zotoyo beside him--watching scrutinizing. Their expression were cold. Void ling paused briefly, his presence unwavering--but now, the inevitable conversation began. Alvanor smirked slightly, and his arms crossed.

Alvanor:

(Low and scorn)

"...So this is what the Astral Universe has come to? Welcoming outsiders like they belong here?"

Astrid:

(Low and dismissal)

"...Must be nice getting handed everything without earning it."

Augusta:

(Low and awareness)

"...They announce you guys as Gods, but i don't see anything worthy of reverence."

Her breath remained controlled, her dismissal did not falter--but now, Hinata narrowed his eyes slightly, watching Void ling closely. And then she spoke

Hinata:

(Rare skepticism)

"...If you truly belong here prove it. Otherwise, we'll just keep watching you guys like the frauds you are."

Zotoyo:

(Rare amusement)

"...You must feel proud, Void ling, standing here like you've earned something. How does it feel to be paraded around?"

Void ling exhaled slightly--his presence unwavering, his certainty absolute. And then--he spoke effortlessly, edged with rare indifference.

Void ling:

(With a smirked)

"...You talk like any of this matters to me. You guys just proved how weak you are."

Blaze Vortex:

(Smirked and awareness)

"...We're supposed to care about your opinions?"

His certainty did not retreat, his presence remained absolute--but now, Seraphina inhaled slightly, watching both sides carefully. Because now--the tension was undeniable, yet Void ling and Blaze carried not a single ounce of concern for it.

Augusta:

(Angry at Void ling and irritated)

"...You act like you're the boss, Void ling. You make me angry."

Void ling:

(Low and realization)

"...You're just jealous because you are weak and powerless against me."

His mastery did not retreat,his presence remained undeniable--but now, Hinata stepped forward sharply, his voice edged with rare defiance. And then she spoke with an insult.

Hinata:

(Insulting Void ling)

"...You talk big, Void ling. But all I see is someone handed a throne they never wanted."

Alvanor:

(Rare finality)

"...Strength means nothing without proof. And you? You've proven nothing to us."

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare dismissal)

"...Let them talk, Void. Nothing they say matters. They can't even defeat us."

Astrid stepped forward--her stance firm,her presence radiating challenge. And then--her voice pressed forward effortlessly, edged with rare defiance.

Astrid:

(Rare provocation)

...if you think you're powerful, then prove it. Tomorrow, we will fight you guys."

Zotoyo:

(With a challenge)

"...Let's see if your so--called strength actually holds weight."

Void ling:

(With a smirked)

"...Hard pass. Did you really think I would fight a mere being?"

Hia breath remained steady,his mastery did not retreat--but now, the impact of his words was immediate. Alvanor expression twisted into sharp frustration. Zotoyo breath hitched slightly, disbelief settling instantly. Hinata narrowed her gaze and Augusta inhaled sharply.

And then--they all spoke. Their voices pressed forward effortlessly, edged with rare anger and defiance. Because now--Void ling's words had shattered their expectations completely.

Alvanor:

(Rare outrage)

"...You insult us, Void ling. Do you truly believe you stand mere mortals?"

Zotoyo:

(Rare anger)

"...You act untouchable. You will regret underestimating us."

Augusta:

(Rare defiance)

"..Strength without humility is nothing. Arrogance blinds even the most powerful beings."

Void ling:

(Low and defining)

"...You're words mean nothing."

Blaze Vortex:

(Defining and low)

"...You should be thanking us for even acknowledging you."

Void ling smirked slightly--his presence unwavering, his mastery undeniable. And then--his voicd pressed forward effortlessly, edged with rare provocation.

Void ling:

(Smirked)

"...Alvanor, you talk big, but all i see is frustration masquerading as strength."

His breath remained steady, his certainty did not retreat--but now, Alvanor expression twisted sharply. And then--his aura exploded. Raw energy surged--waves of sheer force radiating outward, shaking the ground beneath them. The crowd gasped sharply--watching and acknowledging the raw force unfolding before them.

Void ling:

(Smirked and awareness)

"Your Aura is impressive. But tell me, Alvanor--do you really think you can overpower me?"

His breath did not retreat,his certainty remained absolute--but now, Alvanor's aura slowed slightly. And then--he stopped completely. His eyes narrowed slightly, his presence steady, and then he turned and spoke towards his subordinates.

Alvanor:

(Rare resignation)

"...There's no point in arguing with these guys."

Void ling:

(Smirked at Alvanor)

"...A wise decision."

Hinata:

(Low and outrage)

"... You make me angry. I will kill you one day! I promise you. The day will come, and I shall slaughter you into piece."

The air was in tense. But now, The Phantom Alliance vanished instantly, their frustration carrying into the night. THE SUN ROSE OVER THE KINGDOM, casting a golden glow across the streets. The festival had ended, but the world carried on--the people returning to their routines.

Void ling:

(Rare composure)

"...Good morning."

Blaze Vortex:

(Stretching)

"...Morning."

Seraphina Nyx:

(Rare enthusiasm)

"...Morning you two."

Void ling had already packed this things--everything ready for the beach. Blaze had prepared as well--anticipation sharpening in his expression. Seraphina gathered hsr essentials--her excitement building effortlessly.

Void ling:

(Low and command)

"...Are you ready?"

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare anticipation)

"...Yes."

Seraphina Nyx:

(Happy)

"...Yes."

And then--they vanished instantly. Because now--the beach awaited them. The waves crashed gently against the short--the sun high above, casting golden reflections across the endless water. Seraphina wore a sleek bikini--her presence radiant, the ocean breeze dancing against her skin. Void ling and Blaze stood shirtless. The sun catching against them.

Void ling:

(Rare composure)

"...A change of pace. Not bad."

His breath remained steady, his mastery did not retreat--but now, Blaze smirked slightly, kicking up the sand beneath his feet.

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare nonchalance)

"...You sure you don't want to start a battle right now, Void?"

Seraphina Nyx:

(Soft and realization)

"...For once, just enjoy the moment."

The waves rolled gently, the breeze carrying the scent of salt and tranquility. Void, Blaze and Seraphina sat together, their presence relaxed, the conversation unfolding effortlessly. Blaze leaned back slightly, his expression thought.

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare and curiosity)

"...Void, do you have parents?"

Void ling:

(Soft voice)

"...Yes. They died. I've been living alone all by myself. I don't know---how or who--killed them."

Seraphina Nyx:

(Rare empathy)

"...That must have been difficult. Not knowing."

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare confidence)

"...Well, it doesn't change one thing, Void--whether you had answers or not, you built your own path."

We move into Void ling past, where his parents passed away. The air was perfect Void ling was born as a new born child. A child had been born-- a present unlike any other, carrying the weight of a name chosen with absolute certainty.

Tetsuya ling:

(With a smile)

"...We shall name him Void ling sweetheart. What do you think?"

Ayame ling:

(Rare affection)

"...It a perfect name.. His name carries meaning beyond just a title." And then--the name was sealed.

An evening drive beneath fading skies. As they were driving home. Tetsuya gripped the steering wheel, his jaw tense, his breath controlled. Ayame crossed her arms, exhaling Sharply, frustration laced in her voice. As they were arguing. The words exchanged were sharp.

And then---it happened. As they arguing. A Huge Truck drunk driver, came and collied their car. Making them bleed. A near people saw this, and took the both of them to the hospital. But they didn't see Void ling. Void ling--young, fragile, stood at the edge, his eyes locked into his parents, tears roll in his eyes.

Void ling:

(In tears.)

"...Dad, mom!"

Void ling watched them cry. Not from pain, not from fear, but from knowing, they would not leave this place together. Void ling gripped the wall. As he hid himself and saw his parents crying. And from that on. He started living on his own.

We now moved back to the present. The ocean breeze carried through the air--the waves lapping gently against the shore.

Blaze Vortex:

(Low and sharp)

"...So you are telling me you experienced all this? I feel sorry for you."

Void ling mind still lingering in the past. And then Seraphina moved closer. She leaned in. A gentle touch-- her lips met Void ling's cheek--a light kiss, edged with rare comfort.

Seraphina Nyx:

(Rare assurance)

"...It will be alright. Let the past stay in the past."

Blaze Vortex:

(Rare irritation)

"...Can you guys ever stop flirting with each other all the time? And are we actually going to enjoy the beach or what?"

THIS ENSURES THE TRANSITION UNFOLDS SMOOTHLY, ENSURING SERAPHINA REASSURES VOID LING FULLY BEFORE BLAZE SHIFTS THE TONE TOWARD THE BEACH.

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