Book 16: Chapter 48


    And thats done? I looked at my hand but didnt notice anything strange.


    Mom nodded: Its done. Of course, for the sake of protecting you, I specifically set an insurance measure. If she tries to forcibly take over your conscious, shell immediately be reduced to ashes. In other words, she is only allowed to wake up under the condition that you allow her to. That way, there wont be any risk. That said, Son, do you really think that this is a good idea? Its dangerous. After all, she almost killed us using your body.


    I softly responded, I cant bring myself to kill her when she bears such a striking resemnce to you. She may havemitted unforgivable deeds, but Ive desperately searched for reasons to forgive her. I feel this way precisely because she resembles you. It appears its impossible for me to be a fair and just King, as I cant be ruthless to you all.


    Mom giggled. She gave me a light hug and stroked my head. Tone tender, she said, Its all right, Son. It doesnt matter what sort of King you are. In Mommys opinion, you just need to be a kid. Son, Mommy is truly afraid of losing you. I guess thats Mommys weakness. If somebody controls you, Mommy could hand over everything; therefore, you must remember to never allow yourself to be a bargaining chip.


    Of course I wont, Mom. I know not to.


    Moms eyes resembled glowing gems under the candlelight. Mom gently sped my face with her long and slender fingers. She looked back into my eyes. I gently pulled Mom into my arms and leaned over. Mom gently kissed me. She slid her hands on my face around to the back of my head and hugged me back. The two of us didnt say anything while our surroundings were silent. It was as if nothing happened before, and we werent mother and son but two people in love.


    I felt the warmth and gentleness of Moms body. It was the familiar fragrance and warmth that put me at ease. Everything Mom had to offer could put me at ease. One will always be most rxed when theyre at home. As for me, I could feel the warmth of family as long as I was with Mom. She was my family, after all.


    Our tongues intertwined. My hands slid down to Moms breasts on their own. I grabbed the breasts that once fed me. Mom shuddered and then pressed her body more firmly to mine. I gently rubbed her breasts. Mom grabbed my hands with a firmer grip.


    Stop for a moment, Son.


    Just as I was about to go to the next step, Mom gave me a firm push away. I was baffled. She touched her lips. There was a faint red tinge glimmering in her eyes. She started to get a little aroused but managed to control herself in the end.


    Mom She stood up and fixed her blonde hair. She smiled: Its not that we cant do this now, but this isnt the time for it. Shouldnt you go and see Lucia, Son? Lucia definitely needs you very much at the moment. She is your wife, Son. Mommy no longer has the right topete with Lucia for you. Youre her husband and her childrens father. When Lucia needs you, I hope that youll be there for her.


    Mom


    Mommy doesnt feel lonely. Mommy will be fine as long as Mommy can see you. Mommy is aware of what youre thinking. While Mommy will feel a teeny bit lonely, it really is just a teeny bit. Mommy understands this is something Mommy has to bear with as a mother.


    Mom, I wont let you feel too lonely. I swear that I wont. I I


    I attempted to hug Mom again, but she backed up and avoided me. She shook her head with a smile Go on, Son. You dont need to continue wasting time here with me. Making your wife wait for a long time isnt what a good husband would do.


    I stopped in my tracks. I couldnt find it in me to smile when I saw the smile on Moms face. I couldnt read minds as she could, therefore couldnt tell what hid behind her smile. Despite that, I couldnt feel a hint of joy behind her supposed smile. But nheless, I knew Mommy was no longer willing to keep me.


    I pulled the door open and turned around to look at Mom onest time. She waved with a smile: If Lucia is experiencing any physical problems, have here see me.


    Uhm, Mom, you should turn in early. Goodnight.


    All right.


    Mom shut the door with a smile.


    Inside the room, Vyvyan maintained her posture and demeanour from when she shut the door. The light outside and her son were locked outside. She heard his steps go further away one step at a time. She lowered her head and gently leaned on the door. She shut her eyes. His afterimage still lingered to her.


    Vyvyan silently bemoaned, How could I forget? He has always been by my side. I live for him. What does that shadow know? Im just a shadow of my brother. Its because of my brothers inferior mana that I am what I am. Im a mana replenishment tool. Im just a shadow and a counterfeit, but I found a purpose in life from my brother. When I gave birth to my son, I learnt what the beauty of life was for the first time. I learnt how blissful it was to give birth to a life. It was the first time I felt that I was alive. I live for my son.


    Its so lonely. Henceforward, my son will have someone else by his side He has Lucia and his children. My son is still by my side in this pce now, but Ivee to understand that its just a dream that Ill soon wake up from. Ill never get to feel my sons breaths again


    It really is so lonelyIts so lonely I no longer have anyone by my side. Everybody has left with those footsteps, and theyll never be back. Sometimes a long lifespan can be a curse.


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    Present time at Lucias room.


    Your Highness?


    Why are you so surprised?


    Startled, Lucia jumped to her feet. She wiggled around as she exined, I thought youd stay with Her Highness until the morning. After all, you will always stay with Her Highness until the next day


    Youre my wife, Lucia. Its a given that Ie back to see my injured wife. Are you hurt anywhere, Lucia?


    Umm, Your Highness, I heard that a kiss will fix up any pain


    Ive heard that before.


    Then then Your Highness, my entire body hurts.