In the days that the kids were helping their parents, a certain goddess of beauty was watching them from the top of her tower. Freya was curious about these kids and where they came from, as was the entirety of Orario. They came from nowhere and toppled the strongest adventurers in Orario like they were nothing. Freya saw how here kids were beaten and when she asked what happened, Ottarl had told her that those kids did it. Back to the present, she pondered to herself about how to get those kids as well as her rabbit.
Freya: (They will be mine soon enough.)
She smiled to herself as the day went on.
Hearth Manor
It had been a day since Bell's level up, and the city was going wild about it. Everyone holed up in the manor to stay away from them. While this happened, Bell had asked the kids something that slipped his mind for a while.
Bell: Hey, Albert?
Albert: Something wrong?
Bell: I forgot to ask, but are you kids familiar with talking monsters in the dungeon?
Albert: There's nothing to worry about, we practically grew up with them living on the surface.
Albert gave him a reassuring smile while the other members were relieved to hear that their hopes were realized.
Lili: So the others were able to live up here? That's great to hear!
Welf: It'd sure be nice to live with them here, we got plenty of room.
Haruhime: So Lady Wiene is living with us?
Ardi: Sure was! She's like our older sister!
Bell felt happy to know that the xenos got to live peacefully with the citizens of Orario.
Bell: How about we visit everyone? It hasn't been long, but a lot has changed.
Mikoto: That is true, we can all catch up.
Welf: I don't think anyone has a problem with that, right?
No one in the room had one so they agreed to visit the xenos today. They made their way to the guild before Bell stopped at the Hosstess for his usual pick up.
Bell: Hello?
He opened the door and found Anya at the other end of it.
Anya: Ah, white hair nya. Did you come for Syr's food?
Bell: That's right, is she here?
Anya: Sorry, she's got her day off today, nya.
Bell: Too bad, well I'm coming to greet Ryuu before we all head to the dungeon.
Anya heard it loud and clear before calling to the elf.
Anya: Ryuu nya, your husband is here for you!
The sound of dishes clattering immediately followed before said elf ran out of the kitchen.
Ryuu: B-Bell, hello.
Bell: H-Hi, Ryuu. We're heading down to the dungeon now.
Ryuu's face was flushed and she had her hands behind her back. She had trouble meeting the boy's gaze, but found the courage to show him the bentos she made for him.
Ryuu: H-Here, these are for you. I made extra for everyone.
Bell: Wow, thank you so much.
He gave her a smile which made her blush more.
Ryuu: Be safe down there.
Bell: We will, thank you.
Ryuu: Bye, Bell.
Bell: We'll see you tonight for dinner.
He waved goodbye and everyone made their way to the guild so Bell could check in with Eina. They said what they needed and everyone went down.
Timeskip
They made their way to floor 25 where one of their villages was. Now that Bell was level 5 along with Welf and Mikoto becoming Level 3, the journey there wasn't nearly as hard as the last time. After maneuvering through the floor, they found the village with the lamps off, so Bell called out to them.
Bell: Hey, you have visitors!
Dio: One second has passed.
???: BEEEELLL!!!
In no time flat, a small, blue haired dragon girl had crashed into Bell, hugging him. Bell was surprised at first, but quickly returned the hug before the lamps turned on and the other xenos appeared.
Lyd: Bellchi, what a surprise!
Bell: Lyd, everyone.
Welf: Dropped by to say hello.
Lili: I hope we aren't intruding.
Lyd: No, never. Good to see you all, and it looks like you brought some extras along.
He turned and say the children.
Alise: (The same as every, it's too bad Ariel, Cel and Karmi aren't here. Then again, they said Uncle Finn was preparing another expedition for them so they've been busy.)
A harpy took her turn to voice her thoughts on the kids.
Ray: I don't think I'm imagining it, but they all resemble Bell.
They all took a look and mentally agreed with her. A goblin xenos then asked about it.
Red: Did you have family we didn't know about?
Bell paused to think about it before responding.
Bell: It's... complicated.
One explanation about time travel later...
The xenos were wide eyed with some lying down, tired after the story. That was their reaction at first, then they proceeded the part about Bell dying and they got serious again.
Gros: So if I'm understanding correctly, your all Bell's children.
Wallace: Except me, my sister and Masako over there.
The young blacksmith pointed to the young ninja who gave a small wave.
Wiene: So does that make me your big sister?
Alise: Oh yeah, growing up with you was great!
Syrene: You had some of the best stories about dad.
Lyd: Wait, you mean we live on the surface with you guys?!
Albert: Sorry we forgot to mention that, but yes the xenos and the people on the surface live peacefully together.
This made the xenos cry out in joy at their bright future. The mood was cheerful until a gargoyle brought everyone to reality.
Gros: Not to spoil the mood, but you're forgetting the part where Bell dies. If you have a plan to fix that, let's hear it. Bell has done too much good to die like that.
Ray: He's right, what can we do to help?
Masako: For the time being, you should focus on growing stronger. You squabble at the surface showed the gap between you and the adventurers of the top familias. At the very least, you all need the strength to defend yourselves.
Wendi: He's got a point. You can leave the peace negotiations to us. I'm sure Uncle Bell can convince everyone you guys aren't a threat.
Lyd: Bellchi, I can never say this enough, but thank you for everything.
Bell: It's my pleasure. I'm glad to have you all on board with this plan.
They all agreed and they started to catch up on less serious matters. Lyd and the others were surprised to hear Bell, Welf and Mikoto leveled up. Lyd decided to have a small match with Bell to see his new power. The fight was mostly in Bell's favor and he ended up winning. Time flew by and they heard loud footsteps coming.
Thud*
Thud*
Thud*
They looked in the direction and found Asterius returning from one of his training trips. He paused for a moment when he saw the Hestia familia with the xenos. Asterius scanned them all until he found Bell. The two walked towards each other while everyone was panicking, trying to find a way to prevent a fight between the two rivals.
Asterius: I can sense it... you've gotten stronger.
Bell: Same to you, but I know I still can't win.
Asterius: I will wait. My patience will be rewarded with a legendary battle.
Albert: Smart choice.
The minotaur turned to the voice and saw a another Bell, only with blonde hair instead of white.
Asterius: What does that mean?
Albert: I mean that waiting now will get you what you want and more.
Lyd: These kids are Bellchi's kids from the future. They know how some things will play out.
The black minotaur looked between Lyd and Albert before asking the boy about his future.
Asterius: So that means Bell will surpass me when we fight?
Albert: Not exactly, you're the only impossibility in our world.
Haruhime: What does that mean?
Albert: I mean he's the only being in the world who can keep pace with dad. Those two have been on par with each other for years and they fight a lot.
Asterius could only smile widely at the idea on the many battles they would have. All was well until the white renard spoke up.
Haruka: We should head back up soon, it's going to get dark.
Bell: How can you tell?
Haruka: You get used to it after a while with some practice.
Lyd: Well, let's not keep you waiting. It was nice seeing you all.
Wiene: Bell, promise you'll visit soon?
Bell: Of course.
He patted the girl's head before giving her a hug. They big their new allies farewell and returned to the surface. Albert's plan to save Bell was going smoothly and they were making good progress. All they had to do now was maintain their current pace.
In another place...
???: This is unexpected.
Evilus Grunt: Lord Thanatos!
Thanatos: What is it?
Evilus Grunt: Some new people joined the Loki familia. Our scout have even reported that they could beat the executives easily.
Thanatos: Hmm?
The god wouldn't admit it, but that did make him nervous. If they could beat level 6 adventurers, this could spell trouble.
Thanatos: This changes nothing, we will proceed as planned. We will lure the Loki familia to Knossos and eliminate them. Just be sure to tell Revis. Also, see if Nix can speed up the production of those demi spirits. We will need every single one if we are to succeed.
Evilus Grunt: Yes sir!
He left and Thanatos was thinking about how to deal with the newcomers.
Thanatos: We'll have to play our cards carefully, but Evilus will have the last laugh in the end, hehehehehe.
AN: That'll do it for this one. A beating is coming soon.
Hope you enjoyed, thanks for reading and see you in the next one.
