~Chapter 81: Ignotum And Eve~
As things went on for Chung and the others, a certain silver haired girl was being taken care of in Altera. Ignotum stared at his sister with blank eyes. He wasn't wearing his heavy armor, just normal casual clothes that a king shouldn't really wear. He yawned lightly, rubbing his pair of golden eyes while moving the silvery locks of his messy hair out of his way.
'Now that I think about it... Why am I watching over this brat? Just because we're siblings? Well, it's been a while since I've seen her without my armor, covering up my appearance. I wonder if she forgot how I look. How many years has it been since I've worn the armor..? Ever since father died?'
A soft creak was made from the bed, snapping him back from his deep thoughts. He looked up and found Eve trying to sit up. He gave her a silent glare and tapped his fingers on the table, attracting her attention.
"If you even move from that spot, I'll make sure you'll never move again."
"Oh? If you say that then I'll move all I want. Who are you to give me orders?"
"I'm older. I'm also your older brother."
"That doesn't mean you get to boss me around."
"Treat your elders with respect."
"Oh? You're an old man now? I'm sorry. I never knew that my brother was actually years apart from me. I'm sorry, grandfather."
The two siblings gave each other silent glares. Eve sighed before lying back against the soft pillow. Her hand reached out for the wires, ripping them off her arm. Ignotum pulled his seat closer to the bed and watched her with hawk eyes. Eve couldn't help, but feel awkward with his stare.
"Where's Remy?"
"Remy is in its resting mode. I repaired Remy to perfect condition, so no need to worry."
'Why is he here..? Not only that... Why am I in Altera? Chung... Is he alright? I want to see him... I'm still alive, right? Well, for now, Ignotum is taking care of me. Shocking. What's more shocking is the fact that he's calling himself my older brother instead of saying "I'm your king" to give me orders. He even repaired Remy who can be my weapon alongside Moby. I'll never understand him..'
"Ignotum, what do you want?"
"Nothing. I can't even take care of sister? Plus... It's been a while since we've spent time together as real siblings."
"Liar.. Tell me.. Are you trying to erase my memories or my emotions or both? I'll tell you this.. I'll never forget Chung or my friends! These feelings I have for Chung... I'll regain them or gain new ones! I'll fall in love with him again!"
"... So mean.. I have no intention to do so. Previously, yes. I just wanted to see his reaction and stuff after giving him false hope, but in the end that false hope turned to real hope. I have no more means to harm you or him. Also... When you say 'fall in love'.. I think your relationship won't last since you're falling. Once you fall and reach the ground, you'll break."
"... Who are you? Ignotum will never say such things to me."
"Whatever you say. Just sleep for now.."
Reaching his hand out, he ran his fingers through Eve's silvery hair before grabbing her long hair and placing it on the side. Eve was confused by his actions before she slip into slumber. He stared at her with the same blank eyes as fragments of memories of the past flashed before him.
"Ignotum.. Come look at her! She's going to be a part of our family!"
"Just a minute."
Ignotum put away his books of Nasod technology and History of the Universe. He turned the knob to his room, opening it. He ran down the hallway and came inside his mother's room. His father was sitting on the bed beside his wife as she caressed the delicate child in her arms. The maids bowed down slightly as he came in. Ignotum climbed onto the soft mattress and stared at the baby in her arms.
"This is.. My sister?"
"Yeah. Do you want to carry her? Be careful and don't drop her. Make her feel welcomed."
"Yeah!"
Ignotum grinned before holding his arms out. His mother carefully handed Eve to him, placing his arms around her in the proper position. Eve's eyes stared at his before her short, chubby little arms reached out for him. He carefully reached a hand out where Eve's little hand grabbed onto his index finger. She let out a soft giggle and snuggled against his finger.
Ignotum couldn't help, but smile and blush faintly at the actions of his sister. The two adults laughed at the scene before them along with the maids. The palace was in a happy mood and celebrated for Eve's birth while Ignotum hogged all of his sister's attention.
"I'll protect my sister... My first sibling."
"Big brother...? Can I sleep with you? I'm scared.."
"You're old enough to sleep by yourself. And don't call me 'Big brother'. Just call me 'Ignotum'. Also, what are you so scared of? The darkness? Just turn on the lights."
His golden irises glared at similar ones that belong to his younger sister. Little beads of salty tears formed at the corner of her eyes as she walked away sadly with her rabbit plushie. She closed his door gently, leaving him alone in his room.
He sighed before returning back to his work. He held a screwdriver in his mouth while placing the pieces of metal together. He was nearly complete with the drones. His thoughts turned to Eve as he turned the screwdriver. He paused in his work before sighing deeply. He grabbed his stuff and put it away in a trunk. He opened his door and walked towards Eve's room, peeking inside where Eve was snuggling against her plushie.
"Eve. I'll stay with you until you fall asleep."
Eve was surprised to see her brother beside her. She smiled and grabbed her brother's hand and hugged it with her plushie. She closed her eyes and slowly slip into deep slumber. He stayed beside her and watched her with gentle eyes, holding her hand.
"Ignotum.. Is father going to celebrate my birthday?"
"I don't know."
Years had passed since their mother has passed away. Their father was cold and no longer paid any sort of attention to them. Eve had only Ignotum who was trying to balance his studies and time to spend with Eve.
"Well, we can't wait for him forever. I'll celebrate with you and plus... I want to give you my gift now. I've been working on it for a while."
Eve nodded her head as Ignotum snapped his fingers. Behind the walls, two drones of the colors white and black with glowing amber eyes. Eve's eyes lit up as she touched the drones with her delicate hand.
"You're giving them to me?"
"Yeah. Do you like them?"
"Yeah~ I love them! I'll call the black one.. Moby. The white will be Remy."
Unconsciously, Ignotum took Eve's hand and held it as she slept. At that moment, Remy came in and almost went into battle mode until Ignotum held a finger in front of his lips. Remy stayed in normal mode and rested on Eve's mattress.
'It's been a while... Since she called me "Big brother".. I wonder if she'll ever call me that again. Never mind. How can she call me "Big brother" if all I'm doing is hurting her..? I failed as her brother, but.. I hope that I can hear "Big brother" from her again..'
~Author's Note~
A short chapter of the royal siblings, Ignotum and Eve~ And... I realized that Ignotum's appearance was never mentioned. :x So, just imagine a pretty boy with messy hair. XP
Here are my replies to my reviewers~
The Cynical Asian: You shouldn't have put "don't ask" because I might ask. :P You also play League of Legend? I gave up on it. It's too... Advanced for me. XD No worries. I'll make sure it'll last more than an hour. :D And thank you. I don't blame you for reviewing immediately after reading. XD If you're lucky, you might get it after reviewing immediately.
KoraDora: XD I see. Well, such a waste. And... NW is scary. XP But she's strong. :3 I love NW. And glad to see you enthusiastic. XD Hope you get B rank.
KiyoKu: OAO *runs behind a counter and hides from the chainsaw* Put that away! Murder! Also.. Aren is too nice for his own good. XD
Orithia WindBell: XD What can he do..? *thinks of crazy stuff* XD Well, Aren is self-sacrificing when it comes to his sister, Ara. Aww, don't cry. OAO
Helringo: XD Grind must be devastated. OAO This is discrimination! Glaive! Run for your life! *gets Ara to protect Glaive* :D
xXkito-kunXx: I'm not surprised if someone ask me how many chapters.. XP Well, I'm trying to aim for 100 chapters and 1,000 reviews. And.. 1,000 reviews is already achieved.. A few days ago...? I think. XD Now.. Just 19 more chapters for 100 chapters goal and then.. I'll be able to focus on the one shots perfectly. XD
Kat Neko983: OAO I'm not evil?! Nuuu! OAO Well, the tragedy must come anyways.. So sooner or later doesn't matter now~ :D Plus, they'll be fine. :D Aren must embrace the darkness~ XD And don't die! QAQ Also.. I'm glad to see you are. XD
o0Nyu0o: ...*pats your shoulder* I just hope not. Even I can't stop her from murdering my comrade in spar. XD Damn.. Read it twice without getting bored of it? You're so awesome. XD Raven x Rena will be coming up in... A few chapters. XD
kazurug21: Aye! :D Your ideas are nice. XD You have imagination. And yes... Fighting! :D
Spirify: Ah! Don't cry! OAO Yes, I promise! Everything will be fine in the end! OAO So don't cry! And.. You! I forgot, but Asian reminded me by mentioning about the reviews! XD Congratz~ :D You're the... 1,050th reviewer~ :D I miscounted a few times because I skipped the 60's, but I wrote down the numbers, so I made sure who was the reviewer and.. You were~ :D
Konjiki No Yami: XD First Elsword and now Glaive. XD Don't you just love Elsword? XD I like.. Saitou, Okita, and Heisuke.
RubyCrucifix: X3 Aye... Such a nice brother that I'm shocked. XD Well, Aren would. Don't mind him~ :D I'm rooting for you as well~ :D Too bad, he'll be joining Elsa eventually. ;3
Slumbering Hades: Yesh.. He's a nice brother.
Tsurara-Oikawa Chan: Alright~ Let's just hope that I don't forget.. :x And yeah, a tomboy. XD If a shark keeps it.. OAO Won't they eat me if I try to get it back? XD I don't mind incest, but since Aren has Elsa, so.. Ara can have Glaive. XD I don't think so.. :x I heard that it won't be available for use in PvP..
xXHakuraXx: OAO! *stares back*
NobelTJ99: I blame you for that. ;P *puts on shades* Why wing slash when you can have the.. Dragon Slayer's Secret Art? XD And don't get mad at me! OAO I did nothing!
MarioFireRed: Oh, really? XP I got the idea from watching The Demi Gods and Semi Devils when this guy gave up his eyes for the one he loves. I forgot completely about Naruto.. :x Hey! Why go in that corner?! *holds pillow in front of you* And this..?
Sweet Trickster: XD Shipping time~ XD I'm not sure of how he'll react either.. :x Aye! Happy ending! ;3 And good personality? I hope so. :D
Guest(1): Heh.. Nice! :3 I'll try my best in updating!
Guest(2): Thank you!
BIAxDiA: XD I have the plans, so no worries~ Chung and Eve are separated.. :x Aren and Ara.. Such sad siblings..
SeouLee: XD Aye! New pairing~ X3 Are you sure Chung won't kill me? OAO Aha! See?! He's willing to kill! XD No worries about trading eyes.. XD Aye! That's one and... The previous chapter of the one you found. XD
Archious: XD Aye! Let's hope that she'll regain her eyesight!
Thanks for reading!
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