Chapter 449: Sun and Fate Hero
I had witnessed enough at this point. Verity could sense when I was watching, confirming the strange reaction my soul had felt earlier. But though my initial purpose in seeking Verity out within a vision was fulfilled, Soltair’s words made me hesitate to leave. He’d admitted he was wrong about something. How could he, the revered hero of the world, be wrong? And what kind of person was Verity to make him see that?
Verity’s eyes lit up at his confession, and a radiant smile bloomed on her face. "Really? Thank you, that means a lot. And you’re right; I was pretty nervous about visiting Sylvarus. The elves were much more intimidating than I thought they’d be."
He sighed and caressed her cheek gently. "This world isn’t as kind as I wish it to be. That’s part of our calling as heroes, to make it a better place. But the elves... I don’t know if they have a place here much longer. The demons and beastkin had a kingdom of their own, but they betrayed the gods and were wiped out. With how difficult the elves were during the negotiations over the airship, it seems they might be walking a similar path."
Verity shivered, a shadow passing over her features. "I hope not. There were good people there, too. Just not the leaders, and especially not their archmage."
"Yeah, Selena’s something else. She was a teacher at the Divine Throne before she betrayed the world and stole a Divine Artifact."
Her eyes went wide. "Is that why the church wants the elves to hand her over?"
"Something like that," Soltair agreed, his voice grim. "Though I doubt they’ll face the same fate. Still, it’s another sign they’re ripe for rebellion. But let’s not dwell on that," he said, a smile softening his features. His arm slid around her shoulders, drawing her close. "Are you feeling awake yet?"
She giggled and nodded, eagerly pressing her lips against his. He lifted her onto his lap, and she wrapped her legs around his waist, their kiss deepening.
After a few moments, Verity broke away, breathless. "Are you sure we should do this again? In the daylight? What if Trithe walks in? I’m supposed to sleep over there so this kind of thing doesn’t happen."