Another several days later, and business in Olympus Manor has reached a new level of stability. Though, things would be shaken up a bit when a new rumor was being thrown around the city.

Zeus Member A: Man, did you hear the new rumor going around the city? People are saying they found that Silver kid roaming all over the place.

Zeus Member B: There's no way he's out to cause trouble. Not after everything that's happened.

Zeus: Member A: And you'd be right. It's the opposite because they're calling him some new rising hero. Ever since a few days ago, a bunch of people talked about how they were saved or bailed out from random street fights or even just some random attacks. They all say he's the one who saved them.

Zeus Member C: Actually, I've been hearing that in the Guild too. Apparently, he's been doing that in the Dungeon too, but weirdly enough, he's more active in the city.

Zeus Member B: I bet the Hera Familia will be interested when they hear that.

With Silver...

Now that he's had the time to readjust, he's finally put together a cohesive schedule for himself.

Jupiter: [And you're sure doing this is necessary? Not trying to talk you out of it because I'd also like to keep their memory alive, but Orario is bigger than Koro Nui could ever be. You'll have a lot of trouble covering all that ground on your own.]

Silver: [Probably, but that's no excuse to not try. I'll just do what I can.]

Ignika: [Well, you have been busy. You've mapped out the city and certain parts of the Dungeon.]

Silver: [I know it's going to be helpful. Now, I gotta get going. I've got a few hours before I have to meet with the others in the Dungeon.]

He put his normal attire on which was just light armor until he found something better to wear. In his time overseas, he didn't wear much either, though, that felt fine with him. Once he was done, he headed out like always and in full view of the rest of his Familia. Though, today he was stopped by Chiron and Maxim for a moment.

Chiron: Heading out again, son?

Silver: *Nods* I am.

Maxim: You're aware of the new gossip spreading around about you, right?

Silver: What?

Chiron: Ha! They're calling you a hero rising. Particularly the family you helped when they said you saved them from some other adventurers.

Silver: Ah, okay.

Maxim: What's that reaction for? Aren't you happy?

Silver: I guess. They're safe after all.

Chiron: Well, don't let the fame get to your head.

Silver: It's not like I'm doing this for fame and glory. It's just my job. Anyway, I have to go.

The two had their eyebrows raised at what he said. His job? What did that mean? They'd only be able to get clarification once he came back. With Silver, he would typically run and jump around rooftops and check around for anything suspicious. With the city being so big, he didn't have the luxury of standing around in one place, waiting for something to happen. That left him with going through as much as he could until something happened. Of course, his own Familia wasn't the only place word of his deeds spread.

With Hera...

Hera: *Irritated* Grr...

Europa: What kind of nonsense are you trying to play at?!

Maid A: HII!!! I-It was just something I found in Lady Meteria's room while cleaning it!!

In her hands was a Thank You letter Silver had received some time back. When Meteria came to visit, she had taken it to gloat a little about how cool he was.

Callisto: Never took him for the hero type. I guess you don't know people as much as you think.

Hera: If that fool thinks I'll approve of him just because he runs around the city playing hero, he's got another thing coming!!

While she was blowing her lid, Meteria was with June and finally readjusting to her lessons.

Thud*

The girl dropped to her knees to rest and June was also looking sweaty in the training field. Now that she was Level 4, June didn't have to hold back nearly as much so she would become quite tired after a training session.

June: *Wiping her head* That should do for now.

Meteria: Th-Thanks...

Off to the side, Zald watched them spar. Hafnia was occupied with keeping March entertained, but both were equally curious about each other. The little girl just gave the baby her hands and the baby grabbed them tightly over and over. As June was about to wipe the remaining sweat from her head, she felt herself get hugged by Zald as he gave a small kiss on her head.

Zald: You did a good job too, honey.

June: *Blushing* Wha- Zald!! Stop, I'm still covered in sweat!

Zald: *Chuckles* Stop what?

He picked her up off the ground and spun her around while she beat his shoulders with a red face. As the coupled fooled around, Meteria dragged her sore body off to where Hafnia was.

Meteria: H-Hey... having fun?

Hafnia: *Tilting her head* She likes playing with my hands. When can she talk?

Meteria: When she grows up more. Now, you keep an eye on her while I clean up.

Hafnia: Mm.

As Meteria got herself ready before going to the Dungeon, she ran into Alfia who was already finished.

Alfia: Meteria.

Meteria: Sister? You're dressed up already?

Alfia: I... I got an early start.

Meteria: Oh, okay. I'll see you at the usual place then.

The silver-haired girl nodded before moving along. Silver himself had actually consented to letting Alfia continue adventuring with them. The others may have had mixed feelings, the boy argued that she didn't directly contribute to his expulsion. She may not have tried to help him either, but logically, why would she have? The girl was already conflicted because of her sister and Meteria was also a bit worried for her. Eventually, they decided to give it a second chance and an opportunity to rebuild their unity which was something Silver felt was important. Alfia herself was quite surprised the boy was on her side. Throughout the time she was back in the party, she was surprised by how different the boy became in his time gone. Now, he was at a point where she really had no room to insult or nag him. She was stuck with the fact that he was her equal at the very least. Part of that annoyed her though. Apart from him, there was also the amazon who came. The silver-haired girl was annoyed even more by the fact that the amazon so boldly claimed Silver was her man while Meteria was there. The nerve! The fact Coba was eager to shoot back at Alfia whenever she said anything was no help either. The party now had to accept the two had a new war declared on each other.

Back with Silver, nothing of note happened today. He landed on the streets and sighed.

Silver: [Today has been quiet. Nothing to act on.]

Jupiter: [Take it as a gift. You're gonna be late if you don't head to the Dungeon entrance now.]

Silver: [Alright.]

He ran towards the Dungeon not realizing he also passed by some major figures in the city as well. Those being Loki and Finn.

Loki: Finn, ain't that Zeus' brat?

Finn: I believe so.

Loki: He's been running around this place and playing the hero. So much that lot's of people are talking about it. Hermes can't seem to shut up about him.

Finn: And?

Loki: You have nothing to say? Aren't you trying to do the same thing?

Finn: Unlike him. being Vice-Captain doesn't leave me with much free time. I don't have the luxury to run around and look like a story book character as much as I'd like. In any case, the Zeus and Hera Familias don't concern us for the moment. We have other things to attend to.

Loki: Right. Our expedition.

And the two left for their home.

With Silver, he had arrived at the meeting place with his party. By now, it was in the middle of the morning but he made it in time.

Silver: Guys!

Brioche: Perfect! We better get going.

After several hours, they had a small discussion on their way back up.

Nory: So, I just had this thought, but what are we going to do once all of us are at least Level 3? Right now, it's only me and Cester left.

Silver: What do you mean?

Nory: Well, we've been sticking together because we're a party, but we won't be able to just go to the Dungeon everyday anymore and expect to get decent boosts to our stats.

Barba: I think I'm getting your point. The rest of us are going to have trouble raising our stats so we'd have to go lower.

Brioche: Which would take up time for traveling down and back up.

Nory: Yeah. Making money isn't the biggest issue anymore, but I don't want to be a reason to hold you all back and waste your time.

Cester: I have to confess this also has be concerned.

Meteria: Guys, you know this isn't a waste of time. You aren't holding us back either.

Silver: Besides, the Dungeon isn't the only place to get some action to raise your stats.

Barba: Easy for you to say when you run around playing hero everyday!

Silver: I am not "playing hero" or whatever they call it.

Meteria: Then why do you run around the city and help anyone you run into?

Silver: It's my duty.

Brioche: Your duty? What are you talking about?

Silver: Don't worry about it.

This was how this type of conversation ended every time. Silver never tried to elaborate on what he meant. For him, what happened on that island was complicated and it still bothered him to this day. This quickly drew the attention of several others as they would sometimes see him outside carving wooden masks. The young man would get so entranced that it took more effort than it should to get his attention. Tonight was almost the same, but he had Hafnia sitting next to him, watching her Dad work.

Hafnia: Papa, what are those weird things you're making?

Silver: Kanohi, sweetie.

Hafnia: Ka... kano...

He chuckled seeing her try to sound the word out.

Silver: They're special masks to Papa. (I'm going to make one for each person back in my other home.)

Wanting to keep that culture alive, he would feed her other strange information as well like even using his old language. Meteria caught him doing that once and she looked at him like he had two heads when he talked like that. When asked about it, Silver brushed it off as nothing to worry about. What did concern people was a strange stone monument the young man was building in a remote area of the estate. The next day, they all had a day off, so no Dungeon for them. Meteria came with some lunch for Silver as he worked and Alfia tagged along with her. The two saw what he was starting to build and were greatly curious about it.

Meteria: Silv! I brought lunch for you.

Silver: Huh? Oh, thanks.

Alfia: *Curious* What is this?

Silver: Something that'll be helpful in the future.

Meteria: You sure you don't want help?

Silver: I had a few others give me a hand every now and again but I cal mostly handle this by myself.

He cleaned himself up and Meteria laid a blanket out for all of them to sit. As for where Hafnia was, she was with Coba and the two ran into June while minding their own business. The main took an interest with the little girl ever since she met her and March enjoyed playing with her friend. Back with the three, they ate lunch together after the boy cleaned himself up a bit.

Silver: So, has anything happened with you two?

Meteria: Not with us per se. Lady Hera has been asking the Guild for another chance at an expedition. Last time, we almost broke past Floor 70 and they said they felt a difference from the last area which was super cold.

Silver: Really? Sounds exciting.

Jupiter: [We should try to shoot for First Class soon! Expeditions will get more exciting if we can join with the main party.]

Silver: [I agree, but I think I can be content to stay with the second group. Floor 50 can provide some good monsters to hack away at until the main group comes back.]

Jupiter: [I guess so.]

Meteria: So, what about you? You have any cool hero stories to tell about during your adventures all over the city?

Silver: Hm, well there was this one encounter where I helped a kid trying to fight off a group of thug adventurers.

Meteria: Really?!

Silver: It was only a few days ago.

Flashback...

Silver was patrolling like normal and this time, he would spend some time in Daedalus Street as the poorer condition made for a greater chance of something to happen. This would be the case as he thought when he saw a small boy standing with his arms out in front of a cowering girl around the same age as him. The boy looked only a few years younger than Silver. He had dark hair that was nearly black and purple eyes. The girl was a brunette with shoulder length hair. Both wore very worn looking clothes which was common in the poorer region of the city.

Adventurer A: Someone's trying to act tough!

Adventurer B: *Smirking* Today's been total crap but knocking these runts around should brighten my mood.

Adventurer C: I was thinking the same thing.

The boy tried to put up a brave front and chucked some stones in their direction.

Boy: Get back!!

The projectiles missed their marks and the men chuckled at his futile resistance. One grabbed the boy by his neck as the girl watched terrified. The boy felt his throat begin to get crushed before the arm grabbing was impaled to the ground by a spear.

Advenuturer A: AGH!!!

Adventurer B: Who's there?!

Thud* Silver dropped down and stared at the group who looked back in shock by his sudden appearance.

Adventurer D: Who the hell are you?!

Silver: *Grabbing his spear* This is going to be your only chance to leave. Otherwise, I'll throw you out myself.

Adventurer C: You talk big for a brat!!

He drew a weapon and aimed to stab at Silver.

Boy: L-Look out!!

Silver easily side-stepped the attack and kicked the weapon out of his hand. The others rushed to join in but it only took a few seconds for the young man to knock them around into the ground and into walls nearby.

Silver: What's wrong? You want to keep going?

Adventurer A: Screw this!

They left with their tails between their legs and Silver turned to see how the boy was doing.

Silver: You ok, kid?

The boy rubbed his throat with a grimace and a look of disappointment.

Silver: And your friend?

The girl rushed over to him with tears in her eyes.

Girl: *Crying* I'm sorry you had to protect me!

Boy: *Depressed* I didn't protect you...

Silver: What are you talking about? Of course you did?

Boy: Huh?

Silver: Not many people your age would've done what you did. Stay behind and protect your friend and even stand up to people stronger than you. What's your name?

Stephen: Stephen. And you, Mister?

Silver: Waikala. Toa Waikala is fine. Stephen, you can raise your head with pride. You were a brave hero today.

Stephen: But I couldn't do anything to help.

Silver patted his head with a smile.

Silver: Sometimes effort alone shows a person's true colors. You did what you could in that situation. You had the courage and the heart. That's what makes the greatest of heroes.

Stephen: Really?

Silver: Yes. Now, are you hurt anywhere, Miss...

Grace: G-Grace... I-I'm fine. Thank you for saving us, Mister.

Silver: I can't very well leave you alone here. Where do you two live? I'll escort you home.

The two awkwardly looked away before nodding and leading him to where they lived.

Jupiter: [That can't be a good sign.]

Silver: [No, it cannot.]

After a short walk, they led him to a building that looked to have been long since abandoned. They went to its basement and he saw they had made it into their own living space.

Ignika: [This is repulsive. Children shouldn't be living like this.]

Stephen: S-Sorry we can't properly welcome you.

Silver: ...

His silence only made the two feel more guilty. Both were orphans with no one to help care for them so they've been stuck living like rats. More so Stephen as Grace had only been there for less than a year after her parents died as adventurers.

Silver: Can I ask you something?

Stephen: Uh, sure?

Silver: Have you ever thought of being an adventurer?

Stephen: What? Like you? I mean, it's crossed my mind a few times, but no god would ever accept me even if I wanted to.

Silver: Nevermind that right now. Do you have any desire to become one?

The boy thought about it and glanced over to Grace before nodding.

Stephen: Exploring the Dungeon or being famous isn't that important to me. I just want to be strong enough to protect the people I care about.

Silver: *Nodding and smiling* Good answer.

Ignika: [He has the qualities to be a noble warrior.]

Jupiter: [Not to mention the drive. Hey man, why not invite him?]

Silver: [I'd have to ask Dad but only if he wants.] Alright. If you ever want to, go to this place and ask for me.

He gave them directions to his home before getting ready to leave.

Silver: Well, I should be leaving now.

Stephen: Thank you again for saving us.

Silver smiled and said good bye before leaving. In the coming days, that wouldn't be the only incident he resolves in that region and soon Toa Waikala would be known all over the city.

End of Flashback...

Silver: And that's that. It's been a few days since then and I'm not sure if he's going to show. I won't lie and say I wouldn't be disappointed. He had a lot of potential.

Meteria had stars in her eyes after he told his story and quickly tackled him to the ground.

Meteria: You're so cool! Like a real hero! I'm so proud of you!

Silver: Ah- hey!!

They wrestled on the blanket until she was on top of him.

Silver: Meteria, you know I don't do this to look like some story book hero.

Meteria: Aw, you don't have to be modest with me! Come on, try to look more happy about it!

She smiled and started wriggling her fingers at his ribs.

Silver: Oh, so we're playing rough, are we?

He flipped them around and placed himself on top. He smirked menacingly as the girl started sweating.

Meteria: *Nervous* Forgive and forget?

The boy proceeded to do the same thing to her she did to him, only her weakness got the better of her and she was at his mercy.

Meteria: Hahahaha! Silver! Stop! Hahaha!

Silver: *Smirking* I think bad girls need to be punished.

As this went on, the spectators had a few questions of their own.

Ignika: [What's he doing?]

Jupiter: [Asserting his dominance. As any man should.]

As the young man tickled the life out of his girlfriend, Alfia watched the two from the side. She once again saw the genuine feelings they shared. Once again, the solid fact of the true character of the boy was right in front of her as the couple fooled around with each other once again. Also once again, she felt a minor pang of guilt for not doing anything to help him considering how her sister felt for him. With said boy, he relented his assault after several minutes. Meteria laid on the ground exhausted and dizzy.

Meteria: *Swirling eyes* Hehehehe...

Silver: *Wiping his forehead* That should teach you.

As he got off of her, he noticed Alfia with a concerned look on her face.

Silver: You ok?

Alfia: ?

Silver: You look like something is bothering you.

Alfia: *Sigh* I don't even know why I'm bothering to tell you.

Silver: (Bitch, either talk or mope. I don't need your sass.)

Alfia: Let me ask you, do hold it against me not helping you that day?

Silver: What?

Alfia: I could have spoken up to your defense, but I didn't.

Silver: Why would I care about that?

Alfia: Huh?

Silver: Turn to me. Look at me. Tell me to my face that you would do literally anything to help me.

She tried to in the heat of the moment and soon found herself wanting to vomit.

Silver: You see my point? Why would I expect you to do anything for me?

Alfia: Ugh... I guess I was fussing over nothing.

Silver: I will say that I don't hate you or anything. I know enough about you that I'm better off not dealing with you at all with how annoying you are.

The girl got a tick mark on her head after he said that straight to her face.

Silver: Look, we both know we can't stand each other, but I'm willing to put up with it for Meteria's sake.

Alfia: Very well.

She also agreed that there were still some things she didn't like about him. However, in her case, she was trying to find anything valid to dislike about him but there was nothing at the moment that would work without making her look petty, so she was forced to bite her tongue and lay back for the moment. Though, there would be one thing that came close.

Hafnia: Papa!!

The little girl came to join them along with Coba.

Coba: Hey! Nice day today!

Silver: Hello, sweetie.

He patted Hafnia's head as both came to join for a bit.

Coba: June is putting March down for a nap, so we came to see what you all were up to.

Silver: Meteria came to join for a lunch break before I get back to work on this.

He pointed to the stone mound he was building up.

Coba: Huh. What's it for?

Silver: Something that could be valuable in the future. I figured I should at least have it ready.

Coba: Gotcha. And Meteria?

She looked to the side to see the white-haired girl still laying on the ground.

Silver: Don't worry about it.

Once more, the amazon got overly touchy with the boy making Alfia annoyed since Meteria was already there. The boy has made it clear nothing was going on between them, but she doubted that.

Meanwhile, in the Zeus Familia training fields, Achilles and Hector were busy at work with spears in hand.

Hector: Hm...

Achilles: Wait wait, I think I got it!

In front of him was a training dummy and he performed several moves with his spear that made the dummy drop to the ground in pieces.

Achilles: Yes!!

Hector: Ah, I think I see now.

And immediately after, he managed to perform the same move as Achilles.

Achilles: Phew! It took all morning, but at least we finally have those techniques down.

Hector: Yeah. Let's see how many more we can master before we have to leave for a expedition. I heard from the Captain that they're trying to get approval from the Guild.

Achilles: I just hope we run into something good this time. If we can't before, hopefully we come out of it as Level 4s.

Hector: Agreed. Say, where'd Patroclus run off to?

Achilles: Oh, he's doing some other joint training with the others in our Familia.

Hector: Oh, okay. Actually, speaking of expeditions, doesn't the Loki Familia leave for theirs today?

Achilles: I think so. You wanna check it out?

Hector: Sure.

With the Loki Familia...

In the entrance of the Dungeon, a large crowd gathered. This was due to one of the major factions in Orario having to be just moments away from leaving for an expedition of their own. Up on a stage, Finn was with the other executives giving a speech to invigorate the Familia which was over 60 strong at the moment. They were famous enough with several Level 3s and a good amount of Level 4s about to reach Level 5. Some promising individuals included a dwarf, Gareth Landrock, an elf, Riveria Ljos Alf, and a prum, Finn Deimne. These three were the rising star executives in the Loki Familia as well as the city as they were to be the top contenders for the next ascensions to First Class. Once his speech was over, they all started making their way down as Loki watched from the back.

Loki: (Go on, my pretties. Show the city how great you all are! We're not gonna stay in the shadows of Zeus and Hera forever!)

The goddess was quite adamant about this because she and her children were willing to take whatever chance they could to increase their strength. This would be another chance for them as they would now try to break through and reach Floor 35.

One week later...

In the dark caverns of the Dungeon, the sounds of ragged breaths could be heard. That sound grew louder to the guards in Rivira as they also heard marching. They were ready for action only to see the horrific sight of a bloody and battered Loki Familia in front of them. Quickly, one had the other run for Bors to help them. In the next several minutes, several of Rivira's adventurers went to help the Loki expedition team which was barely two dozen in size now. Bors rushed over to Finn who was all bloody and looked like he barely escaped hell itself.

Bors: Finn?! What happened to you all?! Where's the rest of your group?!

Finn: *Coughing* Th-They're dead...

Bors: What?!

Finn: We... we were ambushed. An irregular monster I've never seen before caught us by surprise and tore through everyone. Everyone here is all that's left.

Bors scanned through the crowd and easily picked up on the fear and terror experienced by the survivors. Even the higher level ones were in bad shape. Gareth had a cast being applied to his right arm and Riveria had splints on both her legs. Even the other three Executives were being treated for severe wounds and the group as a whole looked to be staying there for a while until they were fit to travel all the way back up.

Bors: (These are experienced adventurers! What could have done this to them?!)

In the Deep Floors...

A large, black creature towered over countless bloody and dismembered bodies. It had numerous spikes all over its body which resembled that of a merman, though it looked horribly mutated apart from the dorsal fins on its head and neck being the only remote indicator. It cleaned off the massive weapon in its hands before more footsteps entered the cavern that was once used by adventurers as a place of temporary refuge.

???: Reidak? What are you doing goofing off here?

The creature turned and saw another that looked eerily similar, though it was blue in color instead, before it spoke.

Reidak: I found some bugs here and I thought squashing them would be fun. What is it, Vezok?

Vezok: We're needed back at base. There's going to be a meeting and the boss wants us to make a good first impression.

Reidak: If they give us some bodies to play with, I'll make a real good first impression.

Vezok: Yeah, whatever. Just come with me. I don't need Zaktan throwing another tantrum again.

And the two left, leaving the remains there to be eaten by any monster that happen to cross by.

Back on the surface...

Zeus: Silver!

The god rushed outside to where Silver was working once more. The project he was working was almost complete according to him, but Zeus could only see the top half of a sphere with some holes in it.

Silver: Need something, Dad?

Zeus: I don't mean to bother you, but some kid is at the front gates asking about a "Toa Waikala" person. Now, I may not know exactly who this is, but I've heard Toa leave your mouth more than a few times, so you likely have something to do with this.

Ignika: [Looks like the young boy came after all.]

Silver: That's probably Stephen.

Zeus: Whoever he is, just go before Hera throws a fit.

The young man nodded and ran over to the gates. Zeus took a brief look at his son's project that he has been spending the last several days on before going off to join him. Once they arrived, they saw the boy pleading with the guards and making a scene. Behind him was Grace, looking worried about all the attention they were drawing.

Zeus Member A: Look, we don't have anyone with that name here. Please go before you make a bigger scene.

Stephen: I can't! He promised me he would be here when I asked for him!

Silver and Zeus arrived to see the boy with the guards there.

Silver: Kid.

Stephen: Toa Waikala!

Zeus: Who the what now?

Silver: I was starting to get worried you'd never show. *To the guards* Sorry, he's with me.

Zeus: Who is he?

Silver: Both are people I made a small deal with. I hope you're willing to hear me out, Dad.

Zeus: Alright, let's get somewhere more private se we can sort this out.

Silver: *Nods* Come on, you two.

Stephen: R-Right!!

The kids hurriedly followed to Zeus' office to talk about their business here.

Zeus: So, let's start with who you two are.

Stephen: M-My name is Stephen and she's my friend, Grace. Mr. Waikala said we could come here and ask for him if I ever wanted to talk more about being an adventurer.

Zeus: I see no lies in his words. Still, what's with that name?

Stephen: Silver? Is that your real name?

Silver: It more like it's my first name. Waikala is another I was given and am now looking to redeem.

Zeus: We can talk about that later. Now, based on what he's said, it sounds like you want to invite him into our Familia. Son, you know playing favorites isn't fair. I understand your methods, but there are things we have to keep in mind.

Silver: I've seen a glimpse of what he can do. Neither of us want him to be just an adventurer. He simply wishes for a way to get stronger and I want to help him.

Zeus: If that's the case, then we'll need to establish some conditions.

Silver: Obviously, he'll be my responsibility. I'll take charge in tutoring and training him as well as getting them set up if that's fine with you.

Zeus: Well, I see you've thought this through. Very well. What of his friend?

Silver: Well, there aren't orphanages in their area. Good ones anyway, so I'll let them borrow some rooms until I figure out where they can stay.

Zeus: If you say so. Come, boy. My son has deemed you worthy and I trust his judgement. Show me your back and we can get this over with. Silver, we have much to do today.

Silver: I know.

After adding the boy to his ranks, Zeus and Silver went to their very important business. That being spying on the women in a newly built bath house.

Zeus: *Holding binoculars* This newly built bath house must be initiated by having us spy on the women here.

Silver: *Holding a telescope* Is that like a rule?

Zeus: An unspoken one. Hermes and his kids are at a different post doing the same thing, after all.

Ignika: [So, what's the point in all this?]

Jupiter: [You wouldn't get it.]

The spirit enjoyed the view Silver gave them. That would be in the form of several Hera Executives enjoying their soak in the baths, though, Silver was only paying attention to Meteria there. The others were in his field of view, but he could care less about them. After about an hour, Silver went to use the bathroom before Zeus and several other groups of men were captured and detained for peeping.

Hera: *Covering herself with a towel* I don't even know why I'm surprised at this point.

The men were cowering from the glares of all the women there, many who weren't even part of Hera Familia or a Familia in general.

Zeus: Hera, please understand!

Hera: *Angry* What is there to understand?!

Zeus: I needed to burn the divine sight of my precious wife naked in a new bath house! These are the kinds of precious memories I want to keep forever!

He all but yelled that out loud making the goddess slightly red in the face before she grabbed his ear.

Hera: *Blushing* You're coming with me! I'm not done with my lecture just yet!

The goddess dragged the bruised god before the other ladies got busy with beating down the other men there. Though, one had other things in mind once she returned home. Meteria went to where Silver was carving masks that night and sat next to him.

Meteria: You're still up?

Silver: I'm almost done. I'll meet you in our room when I finish this.

True to his word, he was ready to rest after a few short minutes. The two shared some minor talk before both were fast asleep. The next day, Silver was exploring the Guild by himself and looked at the Quest Board before someone rushed inside the hall.

Adventurer A: I've got news from Rivira!! It's the Loki Familia!! They-

He dropped to his knees to catch his breath while Silver and another person nearby went over to help him.

Adventurer B: Woah, easy! Just slow down and tell us clearly.

Adventurer A: Th-The Loki Familia Expedition Team, they were almost wiped out!

AN: And cut! That ends yet another chapter. Yes, Loki's children are being bullied, but since we all know how this ends, can we really feel bad for them? You can leave that thought in the reviews. Thank you as always for reading. Leave a comment of your thoughts and a star if you enjoyed. I'll see you in the next one!