For Ais x Bell fans, the editor of the series has screwed with us enough. Enough bait and switch of other girls for Ais. Enough empty promises to keep waiting on Ais' return. They are just milking the series for shipping revenues. DO NOT BUY ANY DAMACHI MERCHANDISE UNTIL AIS RETURNS TO THE MAIN SERIES! No More Bait and Switch!

Retirement

While walking back to Ais' room, Freya whispered something in Loki's ear, causing a large reaction.

Loki quietly to Freya "You killed me" causing Freya to smile as they walked inside. Everyone was happily talking to Ais, who was clinging to Bell and Riveria, making the elf uncomfortably happy.

Finn "Well, it is good to see Ais able to talk to us"

Ais "Yes, I am sorry I worried everyone"

Riveria in bliss "The result is worth it"

Loki frowned "Momma, I don't think I have ever seen you so happy", making Riveria blush.

Tiona "When can Ais go home?"

Loki "She is better but not cured", which made the mood in the room more depressed again.

Lefiya "What does that mean, Loki?"

Loki "Exactly as I said. Freya and Bell were able to pull her out of the mess, but we cannot afford a relapse. I am going to be real strict about this"

Ais "What about training?"

Loki "Even training. We will take one tiny-step at a time. We will take no chances. We almost lost you"

Freya "Bell, you are exhausted, as I am. You need to sleep now, and I need rest also until the next session this evening. "

Airmid entered at this point, happy to see Ais awake and in good spirits.

Airmid "Great, a good recovery"

Freya "Airmid, do you have a spare room? I am really tired"

Airmid "Sure, goddess. Come follow me", as the two walked out.

Loki "Ok, everyone, let's give Ais a chance to rest", making Bell sad.

Ais "Bell, please stay with me?"

Bell "Sure Ais", causing many knowing looks...

After the pair was allowed to sleep in the room, Loki went off to the Twilight Manor with Finn, Riveria and Gareth. Lefiya went to the guild with the twins to check on Filvis.

- At the Twilight Manor -

Loki met in private with the Finn, Riveria and Gareth.

Finn "That was a miracle. Loki, what really happened?"

Loki "Bell's skill and Freya's charm were used together to pull Ais out of her situation."

Loki "Let me see. How did Freya put it... Oh yes - Bell's love skill was not enough to get through to Ais' deep dark secrets. That is when I came in with charm to force her to open up. When she did a little, the love went in and conquered her."

The room was very quiet for a long time while that sank in before Finn broke the silence.

Finn "Freya did one over you, didn't she?"

Loki "To be fair, she saved Ais. Remember I was ready to return to heaven. Without her help, Ais may never be able to live a normal live. But to be honest, that is what we are fighting for now"

Worried Riveria "Loki, what do you mean by that?"

Loki "That means Ais is going to have to retire until further notice", making the room very sad and completely quiet for a long time.

Gareth "So the condition is that bad"

Loki "Yes, it is not cured. They lowered the black flames a lot, but it can erupt again. The consequences could be catastrophic. Freya said her powers could grow exponentially with the hatred from her past."

Riveria "What are we going to do"

Loki "We are going to do exactly what Freya and Bell tell us"

Gareth "Helpless is not a good feeling"

Finn "Indeed, but we have to do what is best for Ais"

Loki "I do not know how to tell Ais. That is why I said a mini-step at a time. We have to give her hope, but we need to buy time as they continue try to treat her"

Finn "Understood. We will do what is best for Ais"

Riveria "We need to tell the twins and Lefiya"

Loki "The twins can handle the truth but I am worried about Lefiya"

Finn "Me too, but we need their help"

- At the Guild -

Lefiya and the twins went to see Filvis. The interrogation was ongoing by Shakti, Ganesha, Asfi and Hermes while her hands were binded...