They saw a silhouette of Bell as he began narrating.
"Right, that day was clear, like this one."
The background first showed Orario, but then shifted to show a bunch of mountains. While nearly everyone was confused, Bell and Zeus had an idea of where this was going.
Meteria: That's a strange way to start.
Rolan: You'll all see what he means soon enough.
They then heard a voice call out to the Bell on screen.
Villager: Bell, it's bad!
The figure of a villager from his home suddenly ran to him before the two ran off. The could see the inside of the cabin he called home for 14 years, but outside was an ominous red light. The fire in the fire place was lit, but the flame died out as the light turned blue and Bell continued.
"My Grandfather was killed by a monster while he was out in the mountains. They told me he fell into a chasm; there was no way we could even try looking for him."
They saw how Bell was on the floor alone and in the dark. His head was down as he wallowed in grief. His friends and family held their mouths as they saw how the boy suffered alone. Bell had a sad expression remembering how he felt when the last of his family left him. Zeus also had a face full of shame as he saw how Bell took his death. Hera, Alfia and Zald also shared his pain when they wondered if they could've helped by being there. Meteria was crying while she watched. The others also gave a moment of silence for the boy.
Aria: (That poor boy...)
Ais: (Bell...)
Welf: (Bro)
Lili/Haruhime: (Master Bell...)
Mikoto: (Sir Bell...)
The screen showed everyone the books of heroes Bell read with Zeus before it showed Bell leaving the cabin for a final time as he made his promise.
Bell: I will be an adventurer.
He closed the door before the screen showed various instances of Bell being rejected left and right in Orario. Many felt disgusted by the way he was treated.
"As if it were that easy. I could never find a Familia that would accept someone as weak as me."
Their jeers and insults echoed in his mind as he laid in his bed. A tear fell down his face before it showed him being kicked out once more.
Bell: Please sir, I just want to help. Please let me join- ugh!
Adventurer A: I already said no! Come back when you're stronger!
The door slammed in his face as he sighed in disappointment. All his friends were seething with anger when they saw how Bell was treated.
Meteria: How could they do that to you?!
Zald: Meteria, Orario has never been kind enough to people like him, or anyone. Strength and Fame have always been what mattered.
Rolan: Sorry to say it, but he's correct. Your son had nothing going for him at the time, so him finding a Familia to join was next to impossible. Not to mention most gods were rotten to the core, only looking for children to make their own lives better.
Meteria clenched her fists as anger took place on her face. Alfia and Bell tried to calm her down while Gods like Loki and Freya reflected on what Rolan said. Sure, they weren't completely like the average god, but in essence they've been doing exactly what he said. Benevolent Gods like Takemikazuchi, Miach and Astraea were already a rarity in the city. Astraea was the only who could make a name for herself since most Gods who were good like them had Familias that were small and weak. Argo and his friends listened to this and also felt great disgust in the city.
Argo: That's just unforgivable! It's been thousands of years since our time, yet this is still widespread!
Rolan: I'm afraid that's just how the world works. Finding a good God is one in a million, but Bell was able to beat those odds.
They turned to the screen when they heard Hestia.
Hestia: Hello, child. You're looking for a Familia?
The boy turned to her in awe as she walked towards him.
"And she was there, a Goddess."
She held out her hand and Bell took it.
"She was my Goddess "
Everyone then heard a roar as it went back to show Bell and Hestia separated by metal bars.
Bell: I'll buy you some time, Goddess. Run and save yourself.
Hestia: Bell, don't talk funny with me!! Open this door!!
He turned around so his back faced her.
Bell: Listen, no matter what I refuse to lose anymore family.
And with that, he ran off to find the monster while Hestia could only cry out his name helplessly. Back in the audience, Hestia hit Bell on the head.
Bell: OW!!!
Hestia: Hmph, that's for being reckless and for almost leaving me!
Bell: I already said I was sorry!
Rolan: She still has a point. I know you already learned a valuable lesson about cherishing your Goddess, but you really should try to stop worrying her, as impossible as that sounds.
Bell: I will, sir.
They were about to continue before they felt another wave of pressure. They turned and saw the God waving his hands once more.
Bell: What are you doing?
Rolan: Since this will arguably be your first heroic feat, I'll be bringing some extras to witness your first step. Of course...
He looked to the other Bell who simply gave him a gesture saying it was fine to proceed. The portal opened and out came individuals that made Bell and several others widen their eyes. Out of the portal came two people: a girl with dark skin and long, black hair. Her eyes were blue and she wore a pink dress. Next to her was a tall man with dark skin like her, but he had long, blue hair.
???: What happened?
???: Where... am I?
Hestia's eyes went wide when she saw her. The outfit was one thing, but she could still feel some divine power from her.
Hestia: Prometheus?!
The girl turned to her and was just as surprised.
Prometheus: Hestia?
She looked around her and saw the others as well.
Prometheus: Bell, too? What are you doing here and where are we?
Bell looked at his friends then the girl.
Bell: I-I'm sorry, but do we know you?
This confused her greatly as well as the man next to her.
Rolan: Prometheus, Epimetheus, I ask that you two calm yourselves.
The two turned and saw the God walking towards them.
The man, Epimetheus, then asked the God what was happening.
Epimetheus: What is this? Where have you taken us? Who are you?
Rolan: Well, to start off, my name is Rolan. As for where, this is a dimension of my design and I've transported you here from your world.
Prometheus: Our world?
Rolan: Yes, because as you can see, the Bell Cranel there has no idea who you are. If he did, I'm sure he would be much more worried considering what you did to him after you two parted ways.
The girl recalled what the God meant before her face turned red.
Prometheus: Y-You know about that?!
The God nodded. Bell and the others had enough and asked what was going on.
Bell: Sorry to interrupt, but who are these two?
Rolan: Right, these two are from another world of yours. They are the God Prometheus, but it would be easier if you call her Ilia. The man with her is the former hero Epimetheus.
The Gods in the room were at a loss for words while some like Bell and Tiona had stars in there eyes seeing another hero in person.
Bell: You mean that hero?!
The God nodded before noticing a pained expression on the man's face.
Rolan: (I know about your past, and what you've done. If you wish to make right on your mistakes, you should take this chance I'm giving you.)
The man was surprised when he heard the voice in his head. He turned to face the God.
Epimetheus: (Why should I?)
Rolan: (Because you can witness the rise of a hero firsthand.)
The man looked at the other version of the Boy he fought back in that city. He wanted to say no, but had no valid reason in the situation.
Epimetheus: (Very well.)
The God smiled when the man agreed to be civil about it. Meanwhile, Hestia had put Ilia on the burner when she saw her blush at the God's words.
Hestia: We may not have met in our world, but what did you do to my Bell?!
The girl looked and composed herself before an arrogant smile appeared on he face.
Ilia: That's a shame, you weren't there when I took his first right before your eyes.
Silence was in the room before women and men cried out. The women because of what they lost from Bell while Zeus and Hermes cried in pride and jealousy at what Bell accomplished with a Goddess. Bell himself was red in the face at what she said.
Bell: W-What do you mean by that?!
Ilia: Oh? I thought it was obvious? I-
She couldn't continue before three presences made themselves known on the room. Hera looked ready to end her right there while Alfia and Meteria had dull eyes as they looked to slaughter the Goddess who shook in fear at their bloodlust.
Ilia: H-H-Hera?!
Hera: Prometheus, I'd like to hear more about what you took from my dear Grandson. You seem quite proud of it.
She stared at Hera in fear before Rolan spoke.
Rolan: It's simple really. She accomplished a great feat no woman in your world achieved yet.
That got everyone curious.
Zeus: Of course, she took his first- wait, first what?
Many girls in love with the rabbit took a good trip down memory lane and tried to recall anything major they had done with Bell. They recalled their best moments with him and prayed that it would out do what every she had done. Sadly, it wouldn't amount to anything once Rolan spoke.
Rolan: She was the first girl to kiss Bell.
Faster than anyone could blink, everyone felt immense bloodlust in the room, and it was all targeted at her.
Alise: L-Lion?!
Astraea: W-What wrong, Ryuu?!
Ryuu: That evil must not be allowed to remain in this place...
Alise: Hiiiii!!!
With the children, the half elves trembled greatly in their seats as they got flashbacks to their childhoods.
Alise(Emb): Why does it have to be so scary when Mom gets like that?!
Ardi(Emb): It'll happen again...
They all huddled together while the rest sweatdropped at them.
With Albert and Aria, they felt a great power coming from their daughter.
Aria: A-Ais?
Albert: What are you doing?
Ais: It's my bunny!!
Ais had released her black wind and aimed her killing intent at the girl. Her friends looked at her fearfully and distanced themselves.
Finn: Hey, Riveria!
Riveria: Fine...
She went to the girl and threatened swimming lessons once more. All she got in response was a death glare that sent her survival instincts on high alert making her retreat back to her seat.
Finn: Even that didn't work...
Argo and his friends shouldn't be surprised at this point.
Argo: Well, the first kiss from a Goddess could've been worse.
Crozzo: Shh!! They'll hear you!
Feena: I'm not going to die like this!
With Bell's Familia, Lili and Haruhime were mumbling about how she had taken a sacred treasure from them causing Bell, Welf and Mikoto to back away from them in fear. Artemis was ready to turn her into a pin cushion while Freya, with a dead look, was about to send a horde of minotaurs after her with Asterius in the lead. Rolan saw all of this and tried to defuse the problem.
Rolan: Okay, that's enough!! I said she took his first kiss, but that isn't your Bell, remember?
They recalled that they were from a different world, but they still voiced their concerns.
Hestia: Even if that's the case, admitting that just shows she still has feelings for him!! Why did you bring in another rival for us?!
The other women: YEAH!!!
Rolan: I think you should be more concerned about how to deal with Alfia and Hera. There isn't much to be concerned about seeing that Prometheus is currently at the top of their to-kill list.
That managed to quiet them down, but not before said Goddess said her piece.
Hera: I've got my eye on you.
Alfia: Maybe I should remove your lips for safety?
She shivered even more before Meteria turned to her.
Meteria: I hope those feelings are genuine. I'd hate to see what happens to you if you were playing with my son's heart.
She said this with a smile while holding her axe in her hand.
Rolan: If we're done with introductions, why don't we continue?
He gave the two a brief rundown before continuing where they left off which was back in the arena with the festival continuing.
Ganesha: They escaped?! How?!
Ganesha Member A: Something happened to the guards. They look to be in some kind of trance.
Ganesha Member B: We suspect an outsider is responsible.
Ganesha: We will find out the culprit later. As for now, how many did we lose?
Ganesha Member A: Nine.
Ganesha Member B: We've assembled a force to suppress them and have begun searching the area.
The god rose from his seat and faced them.
Ganesha: It won't be fast enough. We require additional assistance from other Familias.
Ganesha Member A: Yes, but it was our fault to begin with.
Ganesha Member B: What would they think of us if we asked them for help?
Ganesha: I am Ganesha, God of this Familia. The happiness of the people comes first and foremost. Far above that of petty status. Their safety comes first.
Both: Yes, Lord Ganesha!!
Ganesha: We must keep the chaos contained. Monsterphilia will proceed as planned, go!!
Both: Yes!!
The two left and he wondered about who could be responsible. The screen showed Freya smiling to herself, as if she were watching something. Meanwhile, the Freya in the audience kept watching in sadness at what she made her beloved do.
Freya: (What was I thinking?)
Many others looked at her in anger while her Familia went to her defense. The screen returned to Bell and the silverback fighting, with Bell doing his best to dodge its attacks. The boy was out of breath as the monster roared. Many hearts sank when they saw his dagger break.
Bell: Goddes Hestia, forgive me.
Meteria: NOOO!!!
Hera: Meteria, calm down, you know he eventually beat it.
Meteria: B-But...
Rolan: (If this is too much for her, I'd hate to see her face when she sees the bull.)
The screen shifted so everyone could see Hestia trip and fall.
Hestia: Gh! Ouch~
She picked herself up from the ground as her friend's voice played back in her mind.
Hephaestus: Listen carefully, that knife creates a status along with any engravings you've put onto it. Put simply, the knife is alive.
Hestia: Alive... this?
Hephaestus: Once your child gets this, it will breathe for the first time then grow along side him.
Hestia: All right, I'm on my way, Bell!!
The audience was surprised to hear that from the Goddess. Even Bell and his Familia were shocked to hear more details of their friend's greatest weapon.
Welf: Wait, what does she mean alive?
Rolan: Precisely what she said, it isn't some static piece of metal with a handle. That knife is capable of growing in strength along side Bell.
Bell looked at his most trusted weapon in awe.
Bell: So, will it be able to speak to me or something?
Rolan: Who knows? You haven't become strong enough to see yet. Although, another you was able to manifest a physical form of the weapon.
The room listened to the God and waited to see if he would show them.
Artemis: Tell us what it is!
Hestia: Yeah, I'm dying to see!
The two were surprised to see the God suddenly laughing. He quickly composed himself and continued.
Rolan: Sorry, it's just funny that Artemis would be the one to ask that.
Bell: Why is that?
Rolan: See for yourself.
pop*
He snapped his fingers as the black knife rose up before a pop was heard. A bright light enveloped the room until it dulled revealing what looked to be another Artemis.
Artemis: What?! Is that me?!
Bell: There's another Lady Artemis?
Zeus: This is quite the development.
Zald: Of course his weapon would become a woman too.
Hera: Anything to add, Zeus?
Zeus: What did I do this time?!
With Argo
Argo: Seriously, he hot some drop dead gorgeous Goddess as his weapon?! I got some crusty old man as mine! I want a refund!!
Feena: Brother, please stop!!
With Loki
Loki: How the hell is there a second Artemis here?!
Rolan: I will explain.
The second Artemis looked at Bell and smiled.
Bell: So... what should I call you?
???: What? You don't remember the name you gave me?
Bell: I never met you.
Seeing her get upset, the God tried to explain the situation.
Rolan: Elpis, calm yourself. The events that led you two the meet properlynhavent happened, so Bell doesn't know about you.
She sighed and thanked the god.
Elpis: Very well then. Ori- no, Bell, my name is Elpis, and as you can see I'm your partner.
Bell: So you're the Hestia Knife?!
She nodded as the all stared at her in amazement.
Welf: Hephaestus is amazing, but this is a master piece.
Hephaestus: Please don't talk about that weapon like that. It was a one time thing.
The redhead looked to the others in the audience.
Hephaestus: And don't think I'll do something like this again for any of you!!
Finn: I guess that's fair. That weapon has exceeded many expectations.
Artemis: If that's all settled, then can you explain why she looks like me?
Rolan: Of course, you see, the Hestia Knife was imbued with some of your divine power when Bell... *Cough*
She looked to the ground with Bell along with Hestia, Welf and Lili before Alfia interrupted.
Alfia: Wait, what did Bell do to her?
Artemis and Bell looked to the God, but he just put his hand up.
Rolan: You all will see their history soon enough. All you need to know is that Artemis and Elpis are connected. That, and she is Bell's most trusted partner in battle, apart from his friends of course.
Bell: That's amazing. Well, it's nice to finally meet you.
He smiled and she returned it before hugging him.
Elpis: Yeah, same here!
Bell: Wha- *Blush*
This action naturally angered many of the rabbit's lovers.
Artemis: Hold it right there!!
The Goddess got face to face with her as she took Bell's other arm.
Artemis: Orion is mine!! Who do you think you are to do that to him out of the blue?!
Elpis: Hey, don't be like that! We both faced many hardships together so it only makes sense for us to be this close!
Artemis: Well you've had more than enough time, it's my turn now!
The two look alikes continued fighting before the other girls joined. Thankfully, Alfia was able to stop the fighting so they could continue, but not before having a word with the weapon girl.
Alfia: Weapon or girl, you'd better look after him!
She gave the girl a stern glare, but Elpis returned it with a confident smile.
Elpis: Whatever it is, I'll always have his back!!
After a moment, the silver haired woman had a small smile on her face as she sat back down.
Rolan: Good, let's continue.
The screen then shifted to Eina and Misha back outside the arena helping a child. The pink head walked to her friend and whispered into her ear.
Eina: What?! Is that true?!
Misha: I heard straight it from the Ganesha Familia. They said a bunch of monsters got loose!
Eina: Shh, don't be so loud! *Whispering* We can't afford to cause a panic!
Misha: Right, right. Anyway, they said to go and ask around for help from any adventurers I could find.
Eina: Not sure if we want any from here.
The two were brought out of their conversation when they heard someone talk.
Loki: I smell pennies!!
Take 2
Loki: Did I hear that right? Youch!!
The two turned and saw Loki who was having her finger squeezed by Ais. Her parents grew concerned by how their daughter treated her Goddess.
Aria: Ais, shouldn't you be more respectful to your Goddess?
Ais: Um...
Rolan: Give it a few minutes.
Ais: Pardon me, but is something going on here?
Misha: The Sword Princess!
Eina: Ais Wallenstein.
The screen returns to Bell running fir his life from the silverback. The monster was causing havoc everywhere is went and Bell was doing his best to survive, but he eventually got cornered.
Meteria: Son!!
Bell: I hope she was able to get away...
He suddenly got a flashback to the mi otaur incident want was back on his feet.
Tiona: Yeah!! Don't give up!!
Bete: It's not over yet, rabbit!
They saw him get up, but the boy was already beginning to give up. His friends kept cheering for him on screen, but soon he and the monster were face to face with each other.
Bell: Miss Ais won't be coming to the rescue this time.
Silverback: *Growl*
Bell: I wish Icould've seen her one more time, but it's better this was. I don't want her to see me like this.
Silverback: ROAAAAR!
*Slash*
The screen moved and showed Ais finishing off another monster.
Loki: Nice one, Ais!
The redhead went to get a feel of her ass, but was quickly denied and fell to the ground.
Aria: Ais, shouldn't you be more strict with your Goddess?
The girl gave her mother a nod as Rolan told her of the things she did to get the message across to Loki. Back on screen, Ais walked to Eina and asked about the rest of the monsters.
Ais: How many more are left?
Eina: The others are containing them, but there should be three or four left.
She nodded and ran off to try and find the rest of them.
Loki: Ugh. Hey, don't leave me behind!!
She ran off leaving the two to watch them go.
Misha: Wow, the Sword Princess is amazing.
Eina: Right? I see why Bell is interested in her.
Ais had a small blush on her face as the half-elf said that. The other girls grumbled to themselves.
Eina: I just hope he hasn't been caught in all this.
The screen returns to Bell still being caught in all this. He looked to accept his fate and say his goodbyes.
Bell: Goodbye, Goddess.
Many looked sad for the boy while some looked at him in anger for giving up like that. He then saw his Grandfather walk up to him.
Zeus: Bell, you can't continue doing things like that.
Bell: But I-
Zeus: No, you listen here. No matter how bad a situation may be, you can never give up hope. A hero doesn't succumb to despair; he rising up and pushes forward.
Bell looked down and clenched his fists before facing him.
Bell: Right!!
The old man smiled as the show went on. Bell heard a voice and his face looked up.
Hestia: BELL!!!
It moved and showed the small Goddess now in the area with them.
Bell: (No, why are you here?!)
She smiled as Bell panicked.
Bell: You weren't supposed to be here!
The monster noticed its target and went for it as Bell ran to her. He shielded her from an attack and the two went tumbling down a set of stairs.
Bell: Goddess, are you ok?
Hestia: Yeah, I think so.
Bell: Why are you back here? I asked you to save yourself so why?
Hestia: You still don't know? Nothing in this world will make me leave you.
She gave a sincere smile to the boy.
Hestia: You wanted to protect me. I feel the same way. You remember our promise, right?
Bell then remembered how he promised not to leave her alone. The monster could be heard in the distance while she continued her pep talk.
Bell: Yeah, but I... both of us will-
She placed her hand on his to calm him down.
Hestia: Now isn't the time to give up, now come on!
She showed him what she was carrying, but the monster eventually found them. It started breaking through buildings to try and reach them, so Bell grabbed Hestia bridal style and ran.
Hestia: So uh, this might be a bad time but you're making so happy right now!
Bell: What are you saying?!
They continued running while the girls saw in jealousy how Bell carried the Goddess. A sacred position they had yet to find themselves in with the boy.
Artemis: (I let this go for now, but I will get the next one!)
Bell and Hestia eventually came to a stop before they found a place to hide. The two caught their breaths while the monster stomped around.
Bell: *Sigh* I guess it's safe to say you'reit's target. This place won't last for long; it'll find us.
Hestia: Change of plans then. You'll have to beat that ugly monster.
Bell: Huh?
Hestia: I'll give you an update, that way you'll have more than enough strength to beat it.
Bell: Sure, I'll have more stats, but my attacks hardly put a scratch on that thing.
He held up his broken dagger.
Bell: It's no good.
Hestia: Oh come now, since when did you start doubting yourself? I know you have what it takes. Always have always will. The Bell I know has his mind totally full of that Ais Wallenwhatever that he has no room to worry about stuff like that. He knows he can kill some dumb monster.
Bell: But *Getting up*
Hestia: Here, I've got something special for you.
The screen showed Bell drawing the knife for the first time. The runes on the blade glowed blue when he touched it.
Elpis: Bell, look, there I am!!
The woman pointed to the knife of screen with stars in her eyes.
Bell: Hehe. That is where we met for the first time.
Hestia: This knife... it's yours. No, it's our weapon. I call it the Hestia Knife.
The boy stared at it in awe.
Hestia: This is just what you need to win this, so go on! Believe in yourself!
The boy began tearing up before wiping his eyes.
Bell: I will!!!
Many in the audience sweatdropped at him crying again.
Epimetheus: That boy needs to get a grip on himself, he cries too much.
Ilia: Aw, cut him some slack. He's just starting out plus he's still a child.
The screen returned to a crowd watching Ais fight. She trusted her sword into another monster as it turned to dust and they cheered for her.
Loki: That should be the last of them.
Guild Member A: There's still a silverback that'sunaccounted for. We heard it chased some young adventurer to Daedalus Street.
Loki: Daedalus Street?
Guild Member B: The Ganesha Familia sent a team to deap with it, but they haven't been able to locate it yet.
They heard it's roar and ran off to its direction. The screen changed again to show the monster sniffing around to find them. It now showed Hestia and Bell hiding as she gave the boy an update. She pricked her finger with the blade as her blood covered it. A flashback of her and Hephaestus began again.
Hestia: Is this really that strong?
Hephaestus: That's correct. Think of it like a high class weapon for beginners.
Hestia: That's great, I'd expect no less from the Divine Smith.
Hephaestus: You aren't getting a discount from talking like that.
Hestia: Boo...
Hephaestus: Between you and me, a weapon like this goes against blacksmith code. As such, don't try to ask for anything like this again.
Hestia: Okay!
The screen returned to Bell getting updated.
Hestia: Now then, let's see how much you've grown this time.
The silverback climbed up the wall and saw dim blue glow where the two were.
Hestia: No way, his total is over 600! This could work!
Bell: Goddess, its here!
Hestia: Here!
She wrapped up the update as Bell braced himself. She put her hands on his back and gave her support.
Hestia: Don't worry, you have everything you need to win.
Bell: I know.
Hestia: If you trust me, then get out there and win!
Bell: Right!!!
He smiled and rushed out to face his opponent. He had his new knife out as everyone in the audience cheered.
Welf: Go get him, Bell!!
Lili: Win!!
Haruhime: I believe in you!
Mikoto: Show them what you can do!!
Zeus: Yes, take your first steps as a hero!!
Those words rang in Epimetheus' mind. He had a similar feeling on his first adventure as well. He looked and saw the confident smile on the boy's face before he had one himself. Many other cheered for him and the fight resumed. Bell had evaded another blow from the monster by jumping up and over it. It tried to attack it with its chains, but they shattered once they came in contact with the black knife.
Argo: Wow, those chains looked tough a while ago!
Orna: That weapon makes them look like scrap metal.
Bell: Hold on...
Hestia: This is what you're capable of! Go on and show it! That knife is alive and it'll grow stronger along with you!
Bell looked at his new knife.
Bell: Really?
Back in the audience, Elpis and Bell smiled at each other before turning back to the screen.
Hestia: Believe in the knife! Believe in yourself, and believe in me!
He attacked and destroyed the face cover of the monster. It roared loudly and charge at Bell again, but he was able to dodge it. He jumped and grabbed hold of one of the laundry lines on the roof.
Bell: I believe! I believe!! I BELIEVE!!!
The line started to give before it flung him back down and straight towards the monster. His friends in the audience cheered for him again as he shot down. He gave it a clean cut, destroying the breast plate it was wearing before memories of him and his Goddess flashed in his mind.
Bell: (For my Goddess.) HAAAAAAAAH!!!
He dodged another attack and an attempt to grab him as he circled around the monster. Finding his opening, he changed the grip on his knife and jumped to stab it in the chest as it tried once more to attack him. The knife was stuck in its chest as it groaned in pain. A loud thud was heard as it fell to the ground and exploded into dust. Bell and Hestia looked at each other after what had just happened. Neither of them could believe it at first.
Bell: Did I do that?
Hestia: YAHOOOO!!!
She jumped for joy at his victory as the residents came out of their room to applaud the boy for his win.
Civilian A: Did you see that?!
Civilian B: That was amazing!
Hestia: Bell, you did it!!!
Bell: Yeah... yeah I did!! It was all thanks to you!
Hestia: Aw, I should be the one thanking you!
The two hugged as the cheers continued. In the audience, many celebrated the boy's victory as well.
Welf: That was amazing! Nice one, Bell!
Mikoto: A fabulous victory, Sir Bell.
Elpis: Our first victory.
Bell: Thanks, everyone.
Several others gave their praises.
Finn: That was a splendid fight.
Riveria: That it was. A shame he isn't in our Familia.
With Argo
Argo: Yes, he won!!
Crozzo: I think we all knew the outcome, but thatvwas still an amazing fight!
Feena: Yeah, you two are very alike.
With the Xenos
Lyd: So that was Bellchi's first adventure.
Ray: It was something else.
Wiene: It was so cool!! He looked like a real hero!
Asterious smiled as he saw his rival's beginning.
With the kids
Albert(Emb): I think I like this better than the stories mom would tell us.
Alise(Emb): Definitely!
Celdia: I can't wait to see the next adventure!
Epimetheus saw all of this and recalled his beginnings as well. How good it felt to see people safe and sound while they congratulated you after winning. Seeing the boy experience for the first time, he wished Bell didn't fall like he did. In the alley, Ais could be seen watching the whole thing while Loki was catching up.
Loki: Hah... hah... aw, did we miss it? I was right behind you the whole time, Iwouldn't want it to be a waste now.
She once more tried to get a feel of her child while many in the audience sweatdropped at her. Even more so when she got hit in the face by Ais' sword.
Loki: Gh, ow!! Hey, why're you leaving? Can't we celebrate?
The two walked off and the screen returned to Bell.
Bell: This was a pretty big deal, huh?
Hestia: Yeah, I guess so. *Tired* You did a good... job.
She fell to the ground, unconscious and Bell worried for her.
Bell: Goddess!!!
The screen moved to show Freya watching from the rooftops.
Freya: I suppose I put Hestia in danger. Let's play again soon.
It zoomed in to her lips before zooming out showing her no longer there. Freya in the audience had her head down as she went to Hestia apologize for what she did.
Freya: Hestia, I'm truly sorry for everything I've done to you and Bell. I see that I was wrong and I hope you will forgive me.
She bowed as Hestia looked at her with wide eyes. She wasn't used to this kind of Freya.
Hestia: After everything that's happened, I shouldn't even think about that. You willingly put me in danger. I would've been fine with just that, but not only that, you put Bell and several other innocents in danger!
Freya trembled a bit knowing she was right.
Hestia: Still, I can see you genuinely feel sorry and want to make right on your mistakes. As such, I will forgive you as long as you promise not to do that again.
She Goddess looked up and nodded
Freya: I swear, I won't put people in danger because of my selfishness again!
Hestia: Good. You should realize I'm only forgiving you because I don't need to be angry at you. I have other friends to do that for me.
The silver haired Goddess shivered as she saw Hera, Alfia and Meteria glaring at her with death in their eyes. Hestia then went to Freya and whispered into her ear.
Hestia: If there's more you've done behind our backs, I hope you survive what's coming.
She had a playful smile on her face as Freya's lost its color.
Freya: H-Hestia, you wouldn't leave me like that, right?
Hestia: Hm? Sorry Freya, I was looking at the floor, but I'll be giving you my prayers.
She waved at her as Freya feared for her safety. Back on screen, it showed Ganesha and his followers cleaning the arena. Eina was working at the guild late into the evening. She was busy finishing a report of what happened during the day.
Bell: And you tell me I work too hard...
Eina: What was that?
She had a demonic aura around her as Bell jumped in his seat.
Bell: Nothing!
Eina: Who could have been responsible and what were they after?
The screen shifted once more to show the Hostess busy in their dinner rush. Bell has sitting by the stairs outside the room where Hestia was resting. Syr soon climbed up to see what was wrong.
Syr: Bell, is she doing ok?
Bell: It was just fatigue. Thankfully she'll be fine. Also, thanks for lending her a bed.
Syr: No, it was my pleasure to help. Mama Mia doesn't mind either so stay as long as you need. I feel guilty about this. If I remembered my wallet, you two wouldn't have been caught in the chaos, I'm sorry.
Bell: N-No, it isn't your fault.
Syr: Oh yeah, everyone has been talking about you and how you beat that monster. They were amazed at how brave you were.
Bell: Oh no, I'm not brave, I was running away a lot.
Syr: That'snot true. I was able to see some of the fight, and I liked what I saw.
She got close and whispered that into his ear making him blush.
Syr: I should be heading back now. I'll see you again later.
Bell: She was just messing with me.
Once more, the girls cried out in jealousy while Syr did her best to hide.
Hestia: Mmm... Bell...
Bell: She's ok!
The two were in the room with Hestia finally waking up.
Bell: I was so worried after you fainted.
Hestia: I guess more tired than I thought. I'm sorry for scaring you like that.
Bell: I heard from Miss Syr that the rest of the monsters were taken care of. Apparently Miss Ais Wallenstein helped out too.
Hestia: Hm
Bell: Also, I saw the knife and well... doesthat say "Hephaestus" on it?
Hestia: Yup, the one and only! I saw how you always looked at the weapons in her shops. It might not be what you were looking for, but it's one of a kind. Listen, I'm not interested in being a spectator. I don't want to depend in you the whole time.
Bell: Wait, how did you get this? Aren't these weapons supposed to be really expensive?
Hestia: I've taken care of that. You want to get stronger and I want to help. Can't you at least let me do this much?
Bell began tearing up again at her kindness.
Hestia: I want to be part if what makes you strong. I will always love you, Bell.
Bell: G-Goddess!!!
He sobbed in her arms as she reminded him that she would always be there to support him. The screen blacked out before lighting up again to show a party down in the dungeon.
Ass: Get moving, we don't have all day!
Bell and Lili saw this and the two of them frowned at the memory.
Ass: Get your useless ass moving. I don't even know why Ibother with you. You haven't done anything useful in your whole life. I know you haven't made me a single valis yet.
He punched her on the head as they watched him degrade the girl. On closer inspection, they saw the supporter was a prum. Not any prum, but Lili who was in the room with them.
Ass: Well, if we get attacked I can at least use you as bait. Maybe you aren't completely dead weight after all, hahaha!
She had a sly smile on her face as the screen blacked out. Finn was seething with anger at how a fellow prum was being treated. Many of Lili's friends were also shocked and angry at how she was treated.
Meteria: That's awful! Why did treat her like that?
Alfia: That's just how supporters are treated. Adventurers with no talent have to make money that way.
Meteria: But to such a good girl.
Lili frowned a little at being called a "good girl" by her.
Lili: (Lili has done her fair share of crimes. She doesn't deserve to be called good.)
Back on screen, it showed Hestia in her new uniform as the men cheered at her figure.
Hestia: Ugh, Idon't know about this.
Hephaestus: Of course I am, hahahahaha!
The screen then blacked out as she continued laughing.
Rolan: And that concludes that chapter in his adventure. Thoughts?
Tiona: That was so cool!!
Lefiya: It was, but I have a bad taste in my mouth after seeing how that girl was being treated.
Finn: As the hope of the prum, I must see to it that he was given proper justice!!
Rolan: Well fear not because Liliruca's story will be next.
They were eager to see how she had met Bell. However, Bell and Lili were a bit hesitant as their meeting wasn't on the best of terms.
Hera: Is something wrong, Bell?
Bell: *Sigh* It's complicated.
Rolan: Right, so let's not waste any time.
AN: And that concludes this chapter. Now we move on to the part many probablydon't care much about. I can agree as Lili isn't my favorite character either, but the show must go on.
Thanks for reading this chapter. I hope you enjoyed. Leave your thoughts in the comments and see you in the next one.