It was a joyous day for Astraea and her friends. Contrary to what they believed, Bell was actually alive and had returned to them safely. No one was happier than the four hugging the boy right now. Of course, once the initial happiness faded, anger had settled in which brings us to the boy kneeling on the ground with Hera and Alfia glaring at him.

Hera: What in the world were you thinking going off like that?! Do you know how much you worried us?! We all thought you were dead!!

Alfia: I hope you know you won't be getting off easy. *Cracking knuckles*

Bell just looked at the ground as his body trembled. The others?

Flashback...

After their hug, a dark aura grew around Alfia, and everyone felt it.

Alise: RUN!!!

Lyra: EVERY WOMAN FOR HERSELF!!!

Iska: QUICK, GRAB THE MEN!!

Kaguya: YEAH, WE'LL USE THEM AS SHIELDS!!!

Many doors and windows were broken in an attempt to escape her wrath. Even Zeus and Zald had run away as they have only seen that look a few times and survived. They could only pray Bell would survive.

End of Flashback...

The silver haired woman dragged the boy outside where they had a harsh sparring session. His screams were heard all throughout the nearby area, but no one dared try to save him. By the time they finished and everyone had returned, they saw Bell in the fetal position on the couch muttering about being a good rabbit from now on while Ais patted his head. Meanwhile, Alfia and Hera had finished giving the boy a piece of their minds.

Zeus: *Looking at Bell* My boy, I'm sorry. I was too late.

Hera: Oh stop being so dramatic. It wasn't that bad.

Flashback...

Alfia: *Punching Bell repeatedly* YOU THINK YOU CAN PRETEND TO BE DEAD FOR A YEAR AND GET AWAY WITH IT?!! I'LL SLAP YOUR SHIT, BOY!!! *Punches him again* Gospel

End of Flashback...

Zeus: *Pointing at Bell* You're seriously telling me that?! Just look at him!!

Bell: *Sad rabbit noises*

Ais: *Petting his head*

Zeus: This whole thing has gone on for long enough. It's getting late and we best get ready for bed. *Looking at Ais* I'm sorry about asking, but could you stay with Bell for tonight? I don't think Bell will recover until tomorrow.

Ais blushed, but nodded causing him to smile internally.

Zeus: (Perfect! Bell's harem begins here!)

Hera: (What do you think you're doing?!)

Zeus: (What?! How did you get in here?!)

Hera: (I'm not letting you corrupt our Bell especially since he just got back! He will grow up to be a proper gentleman! *Grabs a broom*)

Zeus: (AHHHH!!!! HEEEEEEELP!!!)

Thud*

No one knew what happened, but the old man suddenly fell to the floor, unconscious while Hera had a satisfied look on her face.

Hera: *Looking at Ais* Just like the idiot said, we don't mind if you stay the night with us. I admit, we may have gone a bit overboard...

Astraea: *Whispering* a bit...

Hera: Hm?! *Turns to her*

Astraea: Eep!!

Hera: As such, it would probably be a good idea if he woke up to someone he trusts best. I'm sure you want to stay with him too, right?

The girl was completely red in the face, but was able to nod, albeit sheepishly.

Hera: Good. Who knows, maybe you'll be able to do that every night if you get married?

Alfia: Please don't joke about that. Bell isn't someone you can put up for auction and she doesn't even-

She looked back at Ais who had her eyes dulled out and steam rising from her head as she imagined a life together with Bell.

Alfia: *Sigh* Now, both of them are broken.

She grabbed the two and dropped them into Bell's old room which they kept clean for personal reasons. They both laid in futons as Alfia gave Ais one last look.

Alfia: You better not try anything, girl.

Ais: R-Right.

Alfia left the two there and they quickly fell asleep. Bell was out first while Ais stared at his sleeping face for a while. What Hera said to her had stuck in her mind and made her think about what to do after she completed her goal. The only thing that came to her mind was Bell and tiny bunnies around them. She then drifted off to sleep. The next day, everyone woke up and went to the living room. Bell and Ais were the last ones to arrive.

Alise: Finally. What took you so long?

Bell: I got confused when I found myself in my old bed. Also, what happened yesterday? I remember talking with Mom before-

Ryuu: Stop! I mean, you should probably just leave it be.

Zeus: She's right, it wasn't anything important.

Bell just shrugged it off as they began to ask him about the past year.

Alise: So, tell us, what happened to you while you were in the dungeon?

Bell: I... had to help someone with something.

Alfia: Who is that?

Bell hesitated while Ais blurted out who.

Ais: Oh, it was Lord Ouranos, right?! *Covers mouth*

Hera: *Menacing smile* Oh? Is that right?

Alfia: *Giggling*

Under the guild...

Ouranos: Fels, ready yourself.

Fels: What's wrong?

Ouranos: I feel a great danger is approaching us soon.

Fels: Is it a monster?

Ouranos: *Squinting* No... much worse.

Back with Bell...

Hera: Ahem, well, we will just have to have a word with him later. Now, what else happened?

Bell: Oh, I reach level 5 a few months ago!Nothing but silence after he said that. Until a redhead broke it.

Alise: WHAAAT?!

Ryuu: L-Level 5...

Neze: I got beat by a kid...

Many of the girls there had a depressed aura which Bell was trying to fix.

Bell: *Panicking* I-It's not that bad!! I'm turning 9 in a few days, so it's fine!!

Thud*

Kaguya, Lyra, Iska and Neze could be seen on the floor sobbing as Bell tried to comfort them. Hera, Zeus and Astraea could only look at them with pity while Alfia and Zald looked at Bell with pride.

Alfia: That's an amazing feat, Bell.

Zald: She's right. Both of us are very proud of you.

Bell: Thanks!!

Zald: (Training is going to be much more interesting now.)

Bell's story went on as the girls mentally recovered. He tried his best to keep most of it vague. Of course, he couldn't lie to his Grandparents or Astraea so it was very difficult for him. Thankfully, Ais helped him explain some parts he couldn't talk about. They were shocked to hear he had received a blessing from Ouranos himself. Astraea now had to join them so Bell could be converted back. Before they knew realized, it was nearly noon.

Ais: Oh, I should probably be heading back home now.

Bell: Yeah, Grandma says we need to pay Lord Ouranos a visit. We're leaving soon, so I guess I'll see you later?

Ais: Yeah.

She hugs the boy again before running off leaving a cloud of dust behind. Now it was Bell, Zeus, Hera, Astraea and Alfia. Zald decided to stay behind and look after the Manor while they were out. Alise and the rest were also leaving for patrol leaving the man as the only one who could.

Bell: We'll be back, Uncle!! *Waving*

Zald: Ok! *Looks to Alfia* Alfia, don't kill him!

Alfia: (I only promise to try.) *Crosses fingers behind her back*

The five made their way to the guild. They arrived at the front desk where a smaller half-elf girl was staying.

Hera: Excuse us?

Eina: I'm sorry, my name is Eina Tulle. How can I help you all?

Zeus: We have business with Ouranos. Is there a way we can speak with him right now?

Eina: Oh um, I'm sorry, I don't have that level of clearance. Wait here and let me get someone who can.

The girl then left as they waited. After a few minutes, she came back with her supervisor who was a brown haired chienthrope male.

Rehmer: Hello, my name is Rehmer and I am currently supervising our new recruit here. Now, she tells me you five want to speak with Lord Ouranos?

Zeus: Yes, can you take us to him?

Rehmer: My apologies, but you would have to set up an appointment with him ahead of time, so I can't help you with this.

Hera: I see.

Rehmer: Lord Zeus, is there anything else you need?

Zeus: No, we shall take our leave.

The man bowed and the five left.

Astraea: Now what?

They wondered what to do before Bell got an idea.

Bell: Oh, we can just take the secret entrance.

Zeus: Secret?

Bell nodded and lead them through the route he used to take. They navigated through many tunnels before walking down a dimly lit corridor.

Hera: You mean you've been walking these tunnels for a year?

Bell: Yeah, it's so I could stay hidden.

Astraea: Wow, that's clever of you!

Bell: Hehe!

They walked for a bit more before they found themselves in a large chamber. Off to the side they saw the old god looking back at them with Fels to the side.

Ouranos: Zeus, Hera and Astraea.

Zeus: You look well.

Ouranos: Let's skip the pleasantries this time. What brings you all here?

Astraea: Well, besides a conversion for Bell, we want to know why you had Bell pretend to be dead for a year.

Ouranos: Hmm. I see, well, I apologize in advance, but I'm afraid that's classified information. I can only say that I asked the boy for his aid and he agreed.

Hera: So you had him join your Familia and had him work for you by divine will?

Ouranos: That's correct. I-

CRACK*

Time then stood still as they saw Alfia suddenly appear next to Ouranos and hit him hard on the head.

Zeus: Alfia!

Bell: Mom!

Astraea: She didn't...

Fels: *Jaw drops*

Hera: Meh.

Alfia jumped back down to them as the old god rubbed his head.

Ouranos: Agh, my head... in any case, the blame falls entirely on me. So, I humbly apologize for what I've done to you.

Hera: Well, after that just happened, I think I'll forgive you this time.

Zeus: Me as well. Knowing you, I'm sure you had a good reason.

Ouranos: Thank you old friend, and I'm sorry.

Astraea: Now that that's done, let's get this conversion started.

Ouranos: Very well. *Looks to Bell* Come, boy.

Bell went to him and showed his back allowing Ouranos to unseal his falna. Bell then went to Astraea to finish the conversion. When they saw his upgraded falna, they were shocked. Astraea almost fainted when she saw the massive change in the boy. His stats, abilities, magic and skills were leagues above the old ones they knew off. The conversion finished without any complications and Bell was once again part of the Astraea Familia.

Bell: Thank you for everything, Lord Ouranos.

Ouranos: No, I should be thanking you. I am eternally grateful for everything you've done, but your job is complete. Go and enjoy life like boys your age are meant to.

Bell: Right!

Zeus: We'll see you next time.

Astraea: Thank you for your time!

They bowed and left from the same secret entrance they came in leaving only the god and Fels.

Fels: Are you ok, Lord Ouranos?

The god held his head where a bump had formed where he was hit.

Ouranos: I think I'll be fine. There isn't any permanent damage. Any permanent damage. Any permanent damage. *Looking at Fels* Fels? When did you get here?

Fels: *Sigh*

Back with Bell, they were now on their way back home. Zeus and Hera were continually praising Bell for becoming so strong.

Hera: Hmph! He's my Grandson after all.

Zeus: Remember, he isn't far from level 6.

Astraea: Please, let's just keep that secret from the girls, if only for a little bit. I already have to buy several tubes of ice cream for them after they found out he was level 5.

Hera: Oh, alright.

Zeus: There's a bigger problem we need to deal with.

Alfia: So, you noticed as well?

She looked at the old man and he had a bright smirk on his face.

Zeus: Of course. We need to decide on something to do for your birthday.

Bell: Oh yeah.

Hera: Is there anything you want to do? It's getting closer and closer.

Bell: Um, not really. I think just spending the day with everyone is enough. (I just wish I could bring Lyd and the others along.)

Hera: Good, then that's what we'll do. Astraea, that means your girls will be having a day off.

Astraea: I don't think they will mind.

And so, the days came and went before the time had finally arrived. They all were currently in the living room where they started the festivities. Everyone in the Familia was there and even Riveria came as Ais wanted to go. Finn suggested she go as Loki had a heart attack and almost went to heaven when Ais didn't comeback that day. Right now, they were thinking about what to do for the morning.

Zald: I made breakfast light today for a special reason.

Kaguya: Why don't I like where this is going?

Zald: Because I want you all to have a sparring match with Bell.

Alise: What?! But-

Hera: I think that's a great idea! I want to see how Bell has improved up close!

Zeus: Fine with me.

Alfia: *Nodding*

Astraea: *Crying* Namu Amida Bustu...

Kaguya: Goddess?!

Hera: *Pushing them* Come now, let's get a move on!

They were all now outside where Bell and Neze were first to go at it. Zald was acting as the referee while everyone else watched.

Lyra: So, you think she stands a chance?

Riveria: No.

They all turned to the high elf who had her eyes closed.

Riveria: I could tell you, but I think it's better for you all if you experience it firsthand.

The girls gulped audibly as Zald started the first match. The werewolf girl was easily knocked out in a single kick by the boy.

Hera: Haha! That was a good kick, Bell!

The boy ran to Neze to see if she was ok. The Astraea girls looked on in fear as they dreaded who would be next. Iska and Lyra stood no chance either. Kaguya had lasted long enough to swing her sword a few times, but the boy easily evaded them before he knocked her out. Ryuu was next and she lasted much longer than the others. Still, that didn't mean she stood a chance either. Bell easily deflected her Luminous Wind with a shield of fire he made using his newer fire magic. He then quickly knocked out her as well. Hera and Alfia were overjoyed while Zeus was doing his best to comfort Astraea who was busy nursing her children. Alise was the same case as Ryuu and was also beaten easily. Ardi, being the only one left, trembled in fear of having to fight Bell, but Alfia suddenly showed mercy and decided to end it.

Alfia: Alright, I think that will do.

Astraea: Really?

Ardi: (THANK THE GODS!!! I'M ALIVE WITH MY DIGNITY INTACT!!!)

The girl got on her knees and thanked whoever spared her from the fate her friends suffered.

Zald: I'm quite impressed. You think you can handle me next?

Bell: Yeah, I wanna spar with you, Uncle!!

After waiting for the other girls to awaken with Riveria healing them, Bell and Zald got into fighting positions. The man had his great sword while Bell was still using his smaller scythes, but the others hadn't seen him use those.

Zeus: Did he use those to fight when he was working?

Hera: This is so exciting!

Ais: Go, Bell!!!

Not wasting any time, Bell quickly activated his lighting magic to further increase his speed. A loud roar of thunder was heard before they saw Bell and Zald in a clash. The man beat him back before Bell was running around him to try and find an opening.

Clang*

Zald: Nice try, but you'll have to be faster than that!

They were smiling at each other as the man defended himself from the boy's relentless attacks. He tried firing off bolts, but they had little effect.

Zald: What's wrong, is that all?

Bell: How about this?! As quiet as the sky, and faster than lightning

The boy felt his legs cloak in thick lightning once more as he used his higher speed to begin wearing Zald down. The man was taken by surprise by how much faster the boy was. He was forced to use more effort than he thought in order to match his speed. Meanwhile, Bell was busy readying a fire spell he wanted to try.

Bell: Take this, Uncle!!

A cloak of fire surrounded his body as he circled around Zald at blazing speeds before stopping. When he did, a tornado of fire erupted where the man was standing. Bell was surprised when heard him laughing.

Zald: Hahahaha!! This is an impressive spell. BUT!!

Woosh*

He swung his great sword and the flames died down.

Zald: That won't be enough!

They were about to clash again before Hera stopped them.

Hera: STOP!! THAT'S ENOUGH!!!

The two turned to see why she stopped them when they saw Kaguya, Lyra, Neze and Iska all on the ground sobbing as Alise, Astraea and Ardi were doing their best to console them.

Alfia: Now their spirits are as broken as their bodies were.

Bell: Did we over do it?

Zald: *Sweatdrop* Maybe a little...

Ais saw the whole fight with amazement as she vowed to be as strong as Bell. Ryuu and Riveria were just watching with bulging eyes at how strong the boy was.

Riveria: (What's he going to do once he's older?!)

AN: *Cough* Marry you *Cough*

Afterwards, the rest of Bell's birthday went on without a problem, though some therapy sessions had to be planned in advance for a select four. Now that his life was back on track, only time would tell what was in store for him next.

AN: Okay, so, bit of a smaller chapter. Not really a chapter either. First, Ididn't feel like adding this part at first, but as I was writing this, Ididn't want to include it in the next chapter so you'll have to make do with a smaller bit in between. Now, next time a pair of twins will enter the fray.

Hope you enjoyed this and leave you thoughts in the reviews. Thanks for reading and I'll see you in the next one.