Aether Chronicles: Birth Of A Legend-Chapter 111: I’ll Write To You And Mother

Raegar turned to Elise who stepped forward, suddenly hugging him with a big smile. ''Until we meet again, little brother. Make sure you stay out of trouble. We're looking forward to seeing you fight in the Grand Magic Games when it starts.''

''Oh I remember now,'' he replied with a chuckle. ''Yes, I'll be fighting in those whenever I get the chance.''

The young woman nodded before Jasper was the next to speak as he ruffled his hair. ''Stay out of trouble, Raegar. I look forward to seeing you again. Make sure you're careful when exploring the Gates or Dungeons.''

A confident expression appeared while reassuring his sibling with a grin. ''Don't worry, big brother. I will be even stronger the next time we meet.''

Jasper let out a warm chuckle as he bid farewell to the two older women. After they stepped to the side, his sisters stepped forward. The blue-haired girl threw her arms around him in a tight hug.

Her voice brimming with affection. ''I'm going to miss you, baby brother. Heading off to the academy is just part of growing up. Thought I wished you choose to attend to Dawnfire Academy but I know you care about Dungeons.''

''A new one recently opened!'' Raegar exclaimed in excitement. ''I will become one of the best Gatewalkers on Kaldorra.''

Lyra let out a giggle, pulling him into an even tighter embrace, her voice dropping to a heartfelt whisper. ''Ghost of the South and White Devil of Bloodfang, earning titles like those at your age? It's beyond extraordinary. You've got the makings of greatness in you. I'm so proud to call you my brother.''

His smile widened at her words, a warmth spreading through him. This was the kind of family he'd always longed for back on Earth. The young woman released him with a sweet smile, stepping back as their older sister approached.

''I'm sorry for keeping my distance,'' Isabella said. ''I've never been good with emotions. I need you to know how thankful I am for you protecting everyone. You're on your way to becoming a warrior who'll outshine us all. I can't wait to hear the tales of your adventures at the academy.''

He nodded. ''Of course I'd protect Mother. I know you were busy with Darius and the guards while I fought uncle. I'm looking forward to seeing you fight in the Grand Magic Games. Your ice magic is amazing.''

The young woman gave him a sweet smile until their Father's voice echoed out. ''Come on, boy! We need to get on the road, I think the cold weather will return.''

Isabella let out a soft giggle, nudging him gently toward Yuki. ''Go on, say goodbye to her one more time. That girl adores you so much, brother.''

Raegar followed Isabella's nudge and approached Yuki, the cat woman, who greeted him with a warm smile. As he got closer, she spoke sweetly. ''I'm glad you share such strong bonds with your siblings, young master. In most noble families, they're too busy scheming against one another.''

His eyebrow arched at her words, but he responded honestly. ''I care for all three of them and have no desire to challenge their paths. Jasper's welcome to lead the family, though I doubt he'll stray from the military. Lyra's set on becoming a teacher. Word is Isabella's destined to rise as an Imperial Mage because she impressed the empress.''

Yuki nodded thoughtfully as she stepped closer, pressing a kiss to Raegar's lips. The unexpected gesture surprised him. Nearby, his parents, Saki, and his siblings watched with wide, delighted smiles.

Whispers rippled among them, drawing the pair's attention. After a tender moment, Yuki pulled back, her warm smile unwavering. ''Your mother said I can come visit you in a couple of months,'' she said gently. ''This will give you time to settle into the academy and find your footing. Promise me you'll write. I'll miss you, young master.''

He offered a gentle nod. ''I'll miss you too, but I'll write to you once I've settled into my room, so it's no trouble at all.''

Following that, he said his goodbyes to everyone else only to notice the other Vaelthornes watching him from the other side of the garden, but his Father's voice sounded. ''Come on, son. Don't worry about them, they will come crawling back once your story spreads.''

He let out a light chuckle as he wove through rows of Blackwood soldiers, their nods of respect following him as he reached Alaric's side. The older man, perched atop his horse, cast a puzzled glance downward.

''Are you not riding? It will be a few days until we go our separate ways, so you won't get the benefit of easy travel,'' he questioned.

Raegar shook his head. ''I prefer walking. I can keep up with your horse, Father, so don't worry about me,'' he answered.

Alaric laughed, replying in an amused tone. ''You're a strange child, son, but it's good you know the benefits of keeping active.''

After that, they left the Vaelthorne Mansion and started marching north while merchants, refugees, and Dawnfire soldiers passed by on the Kingsway. The commanders nodded at his Father, prompting the older man to comment. ''They are heading south to aid the Nytheria Kingdom.''

Raegar opened his mouth to respond, but a sudden boom reverberated through the air, cutting him off. Before he could react, someone landed in front of him with a wide, beaming smile.

His Grandfather, Griffin, turned his gaze to Alaric. ''Son, mind if I steal the lad for a few minutes? I'll catch up with you down the road and deliver him back,'' he said.

''Of course, Griff, just don't drop him into any more dangerous forests or wastelands,'' the older man answered.

All three started laughing as Raegar watched the soldiers march off, causing Griffin to comment. ''Don't be looking at them like they sold you to a slaver boy.''

He chuckled at his Grandfather's words as the old man continued. ''Thank you for helping those villages. It seems like you've made a big impression on King Vlad and the Princess; they couldn't stop praising you for clearing out Bloodfang.''

Raegar thought for a second, answering. ''It's one of the reasons I was able to fight the Devil Lord and save Yuki from the bandits, so it's fine. Also, I can fight warriors in higher Tiers like Uncle Cassian.''

Griffin started laughing and suddenly hugged him like a typical Grandfather. ''Keep going further, my boy. Also, don't worry about the Dawnfirian Nobles. If they try anything, me and your Grandmother will wipe them out, its not like we haven't done it was our children.''

''Okay, Grandfather,'' he replied with a smile.

The older man looked down at him with a curious expression. ''How are the daggers holding up? Haven't broke yet?''

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He summoned them with a ching, answering with a grin. ''They are good so far but will break once I reach Tier Two.''

''I'll see about replacements while I'm looking for a Healer that can wake Elysia,'' Griffin commented.

Following that, his Grandfather said his goodbyes while dropping him off next to Alaric and soaring into the sky. His head was spinning as his Father spoke. ''Come on boy, the Kingsway is getting busy the deeper we travel into the empire.''

Raegar continued walking alongside the Blackwood soldiers while admiring the peaceful landscapes, but he couldn't miss the old battlefields littering the road. He noticed Dawnfirians were burying the enemy.

'At least their not leaving the corpses out in the open,' he mused.

Hours later, they reached a crossroads where his Father and the Blackwood Soldiers had to take the road east while Raegar had to go west. Alaric got off his horse and approached with a smile.

''This is where we part ways,'' the older man said with a smile. ''You better come back for Summer Break but more importantly enjoy yourself and make some friends your age instead of old farts like me.''

Raegar chuckled before tightening his cloak. ''Shut up, Father. Not many people will want to be friends with me once they see my face,'' he said with a grimace.

Alaric gave him a playful tap on the head. ''Quiet down, would you? This is a golden chance to find real friends, my boy, ones who'll stand by you even with those scars. They'll be the same ones there when your grandmother heals you, and trust me, that handsome face of yours will leave everyone stunned.''

The older man turned his head with a huff, muttering under his breath before flashing Raegar a fatherly grin. ''You've got your mother's looks, boy, features any man would kill for. So, I'm expecting a few daughters-in-law, you hear me?''

He felt himself getting embarrassed as the soldiers watched, and his Father continued waffling. ''Your brothers' wives are sweet enough, bless 'em, but you're my pride and joy, and I'm counting on you to bring home the jackpot to make this old man proud!''