Chapter 11:
Orario
Bells POV:
The minotaur gripped onto his weapon with both hands and swung his axe right at me and Hestia. Although he wasn't that close to me, his large weapon had enough range to slice me and Hestia in two. But before it could reach me I shot up and narrowly dodged the incoming attack. The Minotaurs axe then came crashing down into the side of a building, creating a large hole in it and latching onto it. Making the axe lodge deep into the building. Whilst the leader tried to lodge its axe from the wall, the other 4 minotaurs then realised we were here once their leader had attacked and then soon they were charging at us with their weapons raised. One of the minotaurs, who was slightly more slender was the first to get into range. It was clearly the fastest and most agile of the group but it still possessed incredible strength.
It raised its cleaver up and with incredible speed, it came down with its blade aiming straight for our heads. With my arms still holding onto Hestia, my only option was to dodge the attack and fling myself to the side and its weapon then crashed down and created a small crater on the ground. Then out of no where the other minotaurs reached us and I was met with three large cleavers all aiming straight for our heads. The only option I had then was to block the attack but first I had to free up my hands. So, with all my might I threw Hestia up in the air and grabbed my dagger from its sheath and blocked all three of the giant cleavers.
''HEY!'' Hestia let out a surprised cry, as she was flung up. She didn't seem to appreciate my sudden action but I'm sure she'll understand that I had no time to warn her.
I held my blade up and used my other hand for support, as I tried to hold up the weight of their weapons. We struggled for a few short moments until the minotaurs used their other hands to push down on their weapons. Whilst they put all of their weight on me, I continued to dig my feet into the ground and use all my strength to stop the large blades from crashing down on me. The pressure was so great that I could feel my dagger give in and small cracks started to appear. That's when I realised that Hestia was finally coming back down and she was heading straight for us. I could hear her screams getting closer and closer, as she approached the ground.
''Sorry guys but fun's over.''
So, with the remainder of my strength, I pushed up against the cleavers with my dagger and swung their cleavers to the side. As I did, the minotaurs were thrown off balance and I used the opening that they had left to push upwards and catch the goddess. Before the minotaurs could recover I immediately took off as soon as I hit the ground, whilst putting my dagger in its sheath again.
I ran as fast as I could down the street, then I found a narrow alleyway and began running down it.
''No not there! That's Daedalus street!'' Hestia warned. But before I could ask Hestia why she was so worried, another crash came from behind us. The minotaurs had all recovered and were now chasing us at top speeds. Some were on the roof, whilst others followed us on the streets. There were two minotaurs in particular that were right on our tail, the agile one and the one with the axe. Their eyes were fixed on us and I could feel their murderous intent and rage.
Now I had no choice but to continue down this street and ignore Hestia's warnings. As I continued to sprint down, I realised why Hestia was so against coming here. It was a total labyrinth.
Every time I would cut a corner I was met with a dead end or many narrow and hard to get to paths. Each time I had to decide which way I would take, hoping that it would lead me to somewhere where we could take cover or where I could leave Hestia and fight the monsters. However, each time I was disappointed. I was met with dead end after dead end and each time I had to turn back and find another way. I didn't know where I was or where to go and just when I thought I lost the minotaurs, one would come and crash through a wall or jump down from the roofs. I felt like a sitting duck. With no room to move and no idea where I was.
Everything looks the same.
I tried to see if there were any signs that could point me in the right direction but none could be seen. Not even a single person was in sight, they had all retreated into their homes. I was beginning to think that nothing would help me find a way out, until I noticed a few red arrows pointing somewhere. I had no other option but to follow them and try my best to create as much distance from the minotaurs as possible.
I continued going deeper into the maze with Hestia in my arms. I could feel how tense she was, she tried to put on a brave face but I could tell she was scared.
Don't worry Goddess, I'll end this quickly.
I could feel the eyes of the locals on me. Even though they all hid in fear of the minotaurs, I could sense they were there. Especially one pair of eyes. They were the same eyes that I had felt back when I was with Syr and last night. I could tell it was the same person but this time their gaze was much more intense.
I couldn't dwell on them now, whether they had something to do with this attack or not I had to remain focused. Although I had distanced myself from the minotaurs, I could still sense they were close and right on our tail. But I felt relieved knowing that I wasn't the only one that was lost in this maze.
I kept running and running and I was beginning to feel frustrated because the arrows seemed to be making me even more lost than I already was. I was about to give up on following them until I arrived at a wide and open space, where all the arrows converged.
I knew I couldn't stay out in the open, so we took cover behind some crates at the back of the wide area. I placed Hestia down and took a moment to assess my situation.
I knew that the minotaurs would come soon and find this area, so I had to be prepared for when they came. The good thing is that now I have an open space where I can fight them, but I only decided to bring my dagger. Which is almost about to break. I could fight them with my bare hands but it will be difficult to dodge and block those weapons, since they seem to be of extremely high quality. In the end, I'm sure I'll be able to kill them but it might take a bit longer than intended and with Hestia with me, that might end up being a bad thing. Since I'll have to also focus on protecting her as well. On top of that, the amount of eyes on me including the ones from before makes the situation less than ideal. But I can't worry about them now, as long as no one else tries to join the monsters then I will be fine. But for now, I'll rely on my dagger until it breaks and then come up with a plan afterwards. Maybe I could use those pipes on the wall as a weapon but they won't do much against a minotaurs thick skin.
''Bell!''
I snap out of my thoughts and realise that Hestia has been calling me.
''Sorry Goddess, I was deep in thought. Don't worry I'll be able to fight the minotaurs now, so you stay here and stay out of sight.'' I said giving her a reassuring look.
''No it's not that. I know your dagger wont be able to cut through their skin, so use this.'' She then reached out for the item that was wrapped in cloth on her back. She gave me a triumphant look when she did, as if she had just found the solution to all our problems. And to my surprise, she did.
As she unravelled the cloth, she revealed a jet black knife with strange hieroglyphics on them. It looked dull and apart from its strange look, it didn't look like anything special. But for some reason, I could tell that it was strong and my growing anticipation made me even more excited.
''I call it...the Hestia Knife.'' She said.
''Pfffttt''
''HEY! Don't laugh! This is serious!'' I covered my mouth to stop myself from laughing. I know I shouldn't laugh but the name took me a little off guard. Hestia then cleared her throat.
''Ahem...This knife is alive and will grow along side you. I know that compared to your level, this weapon seems like it won't keep up with you but have faith.'' She said and then she took a deep breath and continued.
''I adjusted it to make it easier for you to use but you'll have to make sure to train it up before you can channel your full strength into it. Anyway, this is my gift to you Bell as the Captain of my famillia. You all are so strong and sometimes I feel like I'm unworthy to call myself your Goddess but believe me when I say that I will do anything to protect my famillia. Even though I can't fight and right now I'm a burden to you, I hope that this will help you defeat those monsters. So, please take this and show everyone what it means to be a part of the Hestia Famillia!''
I was surprised. I didn't expect her to forge me a weapon and although I had many questions, I decided to leave them for later. But I did want to make sure that she knew how grateful I was.
''Goddess, I'm glad our paths met and know that I'm honoured to be a part of your famillia.'' I said softly. I could tell that Hestia had tears in her eyes but she didn't admit it. She sniffled a bit before she spoke.
''Stop getting so mushy, you have monsters to kill. So turn around, so I can update your status.'' I let out a soft chuckle and then turned around. I lifted my shirt up and exposed my back and immediately the Goddess began to update my status. I assumed that she was activating the sword and linking it to me, so I waited patiently but I was still well aware of the incoming danger ahead. That's when I heard many large footsteps enter the area and I immediately knew what they were. They had come.
They walked slowly and scanned the area around them, our hiding place was mediocre at best and for monsters as high level as them, it would be a simple task for them to find us. And they did.
The leader of the minotaurs let out a deep and piercing roar. Then the other minotaurs walked forward and made a wide circle around us. What surprised me was that they didn't attack. I knew that they were intelligent and were clearly some abnormal type of monsters but I didn't expect them to stop and wait. They were challenging me and waiting for me to appear. I didn't think that monsters could behave like this but I guess it gives Hestia enough time to finish updating my status. But I had to admit that these turn of events made me shake with excitement. Although my strength would be capped because of my premature weapon, I knew that this would be fun.
Lets see how strong they really are.
Then Hestia finished updating my status. She pulled my shirt down and handed me the weapon but before I could stand up and meet my opponents, I felt Hestia rest her head on my back.
''Please be careful and fight hard...'' She said softly.
''...Yes, my Goddess.''
I then stood up and left Hestia behind the crates. I walked to the middle of the circle that the minotaurs had made and stared at the leader. I gripped onto the knife with my right hand. I could feel its power, its potential. I could tell that it was clearly a well made knife. Since now it was no longer blunt. Once I gripped onto it, the blade somehow became sharp and the strange markings began to light up. I was now ready to fight.
Sensing this the minotaurs lifted up their weapons. The time for battle had come.
They charged all at once to meet me, weapons raised and their intentions clear. They weren't planning to hold back, so I wasn't going to either.
Once again the fastest among the group was the first to arrive and it charged and swung its weapon at me as soon as it was close to me. I decided not to dodge this time but block.
Lets test how strong this weapon is.
And so I lifted my blade up and soon with a sharp and loud clang sound, our blades connected. And to the minotaurs surprise its weapon bounced off. I was also slightly taken aback by this. To think that a newly forged weapon like this could withstand such power but I didn't have time to admire. I took advantage of the minotaurs stunned state and lunged forward, aiming directly for its throat. But to my surprise the agile minotaur stepped back and dodge my attack but I was still able to catch its chest. My knife cut into its flesh like a hot knife cutting through butter and it left a large gash on the minotaurs chest. I briefly admired the sharpness of the blade, to be able to cut a minotaurs skin like that was no small feat. But I quickly recovered and began to focus again, as I was quickly met with more large blades. Two minotaurs came at me from either side, whilst a third jumped over the bent over minotaur that had just attacked me and was panting heavily. I now had three minotaurs charging at me and seemingly no room to dodge. But I was not worried by this. Before, I had Hestia and the other civilians to worry about but now I don't. And I did promise to not hold back.
I turned towards the minotaur on my right, who was driving its cleaver downwards to me. I stepped forward, taking advantage of my superior speed. I raised my arm and grabbed a hold of its weapon with my left arm. It let out a surprised cry and before it could react I swung it towards its companions. The minotaur foolishly kept a hold of its weapon whilst I lifted it up and swung it across the open space. The minotaur collided with the other two and they all went flying. With a loud crash they landed on the side of a building, creating a large hole in the structure. When it had made contact with its partners, the minotaur had let go of its large cleaver and I was left with it in my hand. I looked down and stared at it.
''This is not a bad weapon, I think I'll use it.'' I grabbed onto its handle with my left hand, now I had a weapon that would give me some range against these minotaurs.
I noticed that the minotaur with a gash on its chest was breathing heavily but it stood up nonetheless and readied itself for battle. Whilst the ring leader with the axe stood tall and proud, eyeing me.
I lifted the large cleaver onto my shoulder and stared at the axe wielding minotaur.
''Who's next?'' I said with an arrogant smirk on my face.
I could see his eyes light up at my words and he immediately got ready to attack. He held his double headed axe with both hands and then after a moment of silence, he let out a loud roar and then lunged forward. He ran towards me and thrusted his axe down. I blocked his attack with my cleaver and then jumped up and swung my right foot towards him. I then made contact with his face, creating a loud bang. However, this minotaur was much stronger than the others and he recovered quickly from my kick.
''Oh, a tough one I see'' I grinned. He then raised his left hand and curled it into a fist, and then he swung it towards me but I quickly dodged the attack by kicking off from his face and landing a few metres away.
Then I noticed the other minotaur was charging towards me, arm raised. I charged as well and quickly closed the gap. The minotaur swung its cleaver, aiming for my torso but I instantly bent down and dodged the attack. As his arm passed by, I took advantage of the opportunity and aimed at his dominate arm. I thrusted my knife up and sliced through the minotaurs arm, cutting through its thick muscles. It howled in pain and its now unattached arm fell to the ground, along with its weapon. Now that it was disarmed, it now gave me the opportunity to finish it off. So, I used my momentum and thrusted my cleaver up towards its chest and it cut through its thick flesh. I then stepped back and watched its blood spew out of the open wound and before it could even process what had happened, it turned to ash.
The axe minotaur howled with anger and charged at me, swinging its axe over and over again with precise and strong swings. I was left to defend his attacks. Left, right, duck and then jump. The minotaur was fast but not fast enough. I raised my cleaver and blocked one of its attacks and thrusted my knife up towards its face. Seeing this, the minotaur reacted swiftly. Knowing that his right hand was preoccupied as it held its weapon, which was grinding against my cleaver, he lifted his left arm and used his hand to defend. Instead of his face, my knife sliced through his fingers instead, cutting off 3 of them. He let out a low cry.
He then used the extra time that he had bought for himself to unlock our weapons together and thrust his axe forward, which left me with no choice but to dodge. I back flipped out of the way and landed a few metres away.
''Clever move, well played.'' I said, slightly amused. The minotaur huffed in response and quickly forgot about the pain in his left hand.
Then I noticed that the three minotaurs that I had thrown into a building were clamouring out, still dazed from the impact. But once they recovered, there was no mistaking the fury in their eyes. Each one rushed out and ran towards me, swinging their blades over and over again with no real thought behind them. It was easy to dodge such sloppy attacks, plus I found them to be really slow.
How boring.
I grabbed onto one of the minotaurs horns and threw them towards another minotaur, they both went crashing into one another and fell over. The third minotaur swung its cleaver at me but I quickly jumped over it and then used it as leverage for me to jump higher. So, I rested my foot on the blade for a mere moment and then kicked off of it. Then I raised my cleaver and as the minotaur stared up at me with no other options, I drove my blade down on it. I dug my blade into its face and pushed down on it. I let gravity do most of the work, as the blade continued to drive through the minotaurs body. It sliced through easily and spilt the minotaur in two and once I had landed, the minotaur had turned to dust.
I decided then and there, that the only monster that was really worth my time was the one with the axe. Which meant that the other two were of no use to me now. So, I ran towards them, passing the axe wielding minotaur and impaled the two minotaur that were laying on top of each other with my cleaver. They both spat out blood from their mouths and almost instantly, they disappeared. Now, the only minotaur that was left was the leader, the biggest and most ferocious one of them all. Lets hope he doesn't disappoint.
''Now that its just the two of us, we can finally focus...Well then, what are you waiting for? Show me your strength.''
Now, it was time for the final battle between me and the minotaurs. And without wasting another moment, the minotaur attacked. Sensing my superiority in this match, the minotaur didn't bother wasting its time on swinging its axe at me and risking the battle being over already. So, he bent down on all fours and eyed me with an insurmountable rage. When he breathed out through his nostrils, hot vapour came out and he clawed his remaining fingers on the ground. He prepared to charge and gripped onto his axe tightly and then he lunged forward. He ran at a ridiculous speed towards me, whilst letting out a loud roar. In a instant he was in front of me and I was forced to pull my weapons up and block his horns from piercing me. He continued to thrust forward, whilst I pushed against him and held my ground. He then lifted himself slightly up and put all his weight on his left hand, freeing his right arm. Then he used this moment to swing his axe at me. The only option I had was to crouch down and dodge the attack but once again the minotaur thrusted his horns at my face and once again I used my weapons to shield me. I was now bent down on the ground with the weight of a giant minotaur on me. I knew I needed to get out of this position quickly, so I used all of my strength to push the minotaur back. I slowly pushed and pushed, until I was finally stood up and towering over the bull like monster. Then I did one final push and thrusted the minotaur to the side, redirecting his aim. He stumbled slightly and used his arms to stop him from crashing down, whilst I took a step back. Then he lifted himself up from the ground and stood once again on his two feet, whilst breathing heavily.
''Come on now, you have that axe. So, why don't you swing it at me?''
It decided to take my advice and swing at me but it was clear that it had exhausted itself now. It took one slow swing at me, which I easily dodged. I could have ended the battle then and there but I wasn't satisfied yet.
''Come on, you're faster than that. Swing again!'' I ordered. The minotaur took a few deep breaths and then lifted its axe up and then swung again. This time faster but it was still too easy for me to block.
Not good enough.
''Again!''
It took another swing.
''Again!''
And another.
''AGAIN!''
Over and over it swung its great big axe, and again and again I blocked it and ordered him to do another one. As he did, he began to get faster and faster. His swings stronger and stronger. Until all that could be heard was the clang of our weapons hitting one another. Each time our weapons made contact, the sound became louder and louder. Until finally, sparks started to form when our weapons collided. It continued like this for a few minutes, until the minotaur had enough and let out a loud roar.
''RAAAAAHHHH!''
He took one last swing and this time it was so strong that it managed to cut through my cleaver. The minotaur grinned as it thought to itself that the battle was over. But before it could land a hit on me, I dodged his attack and the axe came crashing down to the ground. I then used the Hestia knife to dig into his right arm and then I began to travel up its arm with my knife cutting into its flesh. Then I ripped the knife from its arm and sliced its neck, making it gape open. Blood began to pour out of the opening. The minotaur tried to let out one last roar but all it could muster were small whimpers. It stood there for a moment, choking on its own blood. Until I finally decided to put an end to this battle.
''You have done well...You may rest now...'' I said softly. I then sank my blade into its heart and shortly afterwards, it fell to its knees and turned to ash. Whilst leaving behind its magic stone.
The battle was over...
Before I could even think about leaving, I was immediately met with a flood of cheers and triumphant shouts. What I had failed to realise was that I had attracted myself an audience, and the residents that lived nearby were all celebrating my victory. There was even a crowd that was formed at the entrance of the wide space and they all seemed impressed by my victory. But there was no time to celebrate, I had to make sure the Goddess was safe. So, I turned around and ran to where I had left her.
She was already standing up and celebrating my victory.
''Well done Bell! That was incredib-'' Before she could finish her sentence, she collapsed. I caught her and held her in my arms.
''Goddess!''
I looked at her face and saw that she was unconscious. She looked exhausted, its almost as if she hasn't slept at all and the excitement of the battle must have pushed her over the edge.
I need to get out of here and find a place for Hestia to rest for a bit.
Now there were dozens of people around me, wanting to either speak with me or catch a better look of me. I held Goddess Hestia in my arms and prepared to leave, whilst discarding my old dagger from my waist and replacing it with the Hestia knife. That's when I noticed a hooded figure on the roof, staring at me. I couldn't make out their face but I recognised their presences. It was the same one that I felt last night and when I was with Syr. I debated going up there and confronting the figure but I decided against it. My priority now was making sure Hestia was OK, so I reluctantly turned to look away and faced the exit.
''Excuse me, coming through!'' I shouted, making the crowd split apart and make way for me and Hestia.
I began to sprint passed the crowd of people and whilst I did I couldn't help but notice a woman with beautiful golden hair in the crowd. Although it was only for a moment, it felt much longer. As our eyes met I realised who it was. But I couldn't dwell here any longer, so I tore my eyes off of her and continued running down the street in search of a place to rest and check up on Hestia. I noticed that my heart was beating a little faster than usual, maybe the battle had taken a bit more out of me than I thought.
I must be out of shape, I thought.
I ran for a while and found a secluded area. It was similar to the one where I had fought the minotaurs but much smaller. I placed Hestia down and made sure to lay her down gently. Her breathing was steady and she didn't seem to be hurt anywhere, I guess she really was exhausted. I let out a sigh of relief.
I'm glad she's ok
Then I sensed it. A dark and eerie presence. I immediately got up and unsheathed the Hestia Knife, whilst staring at the entrance to the secluded area we were in.
''Who's there?'' I called out.
Then I heard footsteps approaching me. Soon, I could make out a figure. A man appeared from the shadows, he had jet black hair and wore metal gauntlets. He then began to clap slowly and the sound of metal clanging against each other echoed throughout the walls.
''I'm impressed, that was quite the performance.'' He said.
''Zeldris, I didn't think you would show your face so soon.''
''Well I just couldn't resist seeing my nephew, it's been so long haha.'' He replied.
''Were you the one who set the monsters loose.'' I asked, suppressing my anger. I had to remain calm and not do anything reckless.
''No, there seems to be others that have taken an interest in you. Who they may be, I don't know.'' He grinned and spoke with an arrogant tone. I tensed up and bent down in an attacking position.
''Why are you here, Zeldris.'' I said, tightening my grip on the Hestia knife.
''Please call me Uncle.'' He said, with a condescending tone.
''Answer me!''
''Alright, alright, have patience my nephew. All I wanted to do was see how you were doing, its been years and I wanted to see your progress.'' He spoke with a low voice and his smile deepened. ''So, I got you a little surprise...''
Then with a snap of his fingers, 5 people appeared from out of no where. Their hands were tied and their mouths covered with cloth. There were a mixture of many races but they all shared the same terrified expressions on their faces.
''I noticed that you didn't use your powers during the battle. How am I supposed to check up on your progress if you don't use it.'' He walked towards the group of prisoners. Then he continued, ''So, I guess I'll just force you to show me.'' Somehow his smile continued to widen and that's when I knew what he was going to do.
''No, stop!''
But before I could reach them, a black smoke began to appear around the captives. Zeldris held up his arm and the black smoke began to travel up their bodies. Once it touched their skin, it changed into a black liquid and then it began to enter their bodies. Once it had set in, the captives screamed and contorted from the pain. They began to change, their veins began to turn black and their eyes began to change into a purple colour. Purple spikes began to appear on their bodies, as well as black spores. They also started to develop fangs and their demeanour began to completely change. They let out low snarling sounds and their eyes no longer held any form of conscious. They had become rabid beasts.
''Now you must decide my dear nephew. Will you put an end to their misery or use the power you have been graciously given to save them.'' Zeldris let out a soft chuckle.
I had no other options. If I tried to escape, Zeldris would stop me. And if I targeted Zeldris, then that would mean that Hestia would be out in the open for them to attack her. I knew I couldn't kill innocent civilians, when I know that I have another way to save them. So, that meant that I only had one choice.
So, I sheathed the Hestia knife and lunged forward. Immediately the mindless monsters began to attack me. Swinging their sharp, black claws at me. I dodge them quickly and threw a punch at the nearest one but it didn't seem to affect them at all. I punched it again and once again it acted completely unfazed. Then from behind, one of them lunged at me and sunk its teeth into my neck.
''Ack!''
I grabbed him and threw him into a wall, then I jumped out of the way from another creature who was trying to attack me. I recovered quickly and used their slow speed to my advantage. I rushed forward and grabbed one by the neck and threw them against another one of those creatures. They then hit the wall and joined the other one I had thrown. Then I went behind another one and kicked him in the leg, making his knee buckle. Then I threw him with the others. Finally, I punched the last one in the face and then kneed him in the stomach, making his breath hitch. Then with one final kick, he was flung into the wall with the others.
I then took a deep breath and raised my hand. Once I did, the veins on my hand began to turn black. My eyes also began to turn black and my fangs grew. My once pure white hair began to darken and I was left looking nothing like my previous self. I then began to extract the venom that was inside the captives. As I did, they writhed with pain but slowly they began to return to normal. The liquid began to slowly leave their bodies, black droplets began to form and come towards me. The liquid then met the palm of my hand and it began to set into my skin and enter my body. Soon, all of the venom was extracted and transferred into my body and the victims laid there fast asleep. All seemed well until it began to take affect.
''Ah! Ack!''
My body felt like it was burning all over. The venom began to spread and my veins began to stain black. My throat clenched shut and I couldn't breathe. I bent over in pain and fell to my knees, as the venom began to course through my body. I began to cough violently and soon blood began to come out. When I thought I couldn't take the pain any longer, it finally stopped and my appearance turned back to normal. I gasped for air and began to pant heavily. It was likely my very soul was being torn in two.
''Hahahaha, I see you are still choosing to reject his gift. How foolish...'' Zeldris, who had been watching in the comer laughed and spoke in a mocking tone. ''But I will leave you for now. Once he is free, you will no longer think of this as a curse but a blessing.''
I began to tremble at the mere mention of him.
''….F-free?..''
Zeldris chuckled.
''Why yes. The cleansing will soon be upon us and all of the Gods will finally know true fear. That's why I came here, to share the good news but I won't bother you anymore...I'll let you continue to play happy family with your new famillia but I hope you don't forget who your true family are...'' Zeldris lowered his tone at the last part.
''Anyway I'll see you soon my dear nephew and be prepared...a new dawn is coming.''
Then he disappeared without another word.
I stayed there for a little while with a dumbfounded look on my face, until I began to once again violently cough up blood. Once I had finished, I laid on my back panting.
''Captain!''
I turned to look at who the owner of the voice was and saw that it was Merlin. She ran towards me and held me. She looked worried.
''What happened!''
I let out a short cough and then opened my mouth.
''It's getting worse Merlin...'' I said softly and I could see her face tense. I then looked up and stared at the blue sky and then, I spoke with a low and soft voice.
''We need to hurry...before it's too late, for this world...and me...''
AN: Hello everyone, sorry for the really slow updates. I know that it can be frustrating to wait so long but I promise that I will continue this series, all I ask is that you remain patient with me. As an apology, I spent all night working on this chapter. So, I hope you enjoyed it. Anyway, I'm still planning out the upcoming chapters but once I'm finished I'll try my best to get them to you ASAP. BTW I know some of you are excited to see how the gods will react to seeing the sins in action but I've already planned on this happening in later chapters, but I promise you wont have to wait long for it. Well then, I'll see you in the next chapter. Don't forget to leave a review! Byeeee!
