Last time, Shiro made a decision and now many are affected but he is willing to defend his family and those who are dear. He requested for me to translate the last book of the Ithaca series.
Shiro, what is the Ithaca series truly about? I asked. It's the history that's the rise and fall of the ancient metropolis, Ithaca. Shiro replied. I am a translator myself but I could never decipher that text specifically. Shiro replied. He summons the book and hands it to her.
Dear God, this book is heavy and thick. I see why they're broken up in smaller sections of the volumes. I replied. When he handed me the book, I touched the first page. The magic circle dispersed. I began to cry. Are you ok, Kaoru? Ally asked. That poor woman and others risked their life to close the gate to the underworld. The church took it upon themselves and killed the surviving priest and priestesses and massacred the citizens all in the name of their God. The main character, Jacinta Sari clung on to dear life. A demon found her body laying in the ruins of the temple. He was fascinated with her beauty. The demon said "You're too beautiful to die. I wonder what would happen if I keep you alive?" . I replied. Wiping my tears. Shiro was engulfed in anger. So that twisted fuck did keep her alive for his lustful temptation. She's just a play thing to him. Shiro replied. What do you mean? Do you know the heroine? I asked. Jacinta Sari is the heroine of this story. She's not the narrator. A childhood friend of hers who was a young priest. He was soon forced to convert to the church's religion. He is the narrator. He's alive under the church's supervision. Shiro replied. Do you mean Priest Tadeu Sari? Lila asked? Yes. He and my mother are the few survivors of the fall of Ithaca. Shiro replied. Did you just say mother? I asked. Yes. Shiro replied. He is angry and hurt but he's trying to hide it. Leilani thought. Back to the topic of this anthology. Not many can break the seal of that last few books. That book would expose the church. That's what mom told Ezequiel and I. Right Issac I mean Shiro? Julieka asked. You're right, Julieka. Shiro replied. Julieka! Noelle yelled. She ran over to hug her. Well the cats out the bag. Ezequiel and I are Issac, Shiro's siblings. Julieka replied. We're actually triplets. I'm the oldest. Ezequiel replied. I'm the middle child. Julieka replied. I'm the youngest. Shiro replied. We play the roles of butler and maid so our father will leave us alone. Mom desired us to play this role to protect Shiro. He knows that we are his children but he denies our existence. He knows how protective Ezequiel and I are towards Issac. Julieka replied. That's why we're bodyguards/servants. Ezequiel replied. Wait Julieka if you're here. You let Lua run wild on the estate?! Yumi asked. That's not a bad idea. He hasn't been off his leash since you two were teenagers. Dad, we were seventeen at the time. Rina replied. Have you not fed him in seventeen years?! Yumi asked. Hey, we feed him. He plays and protects the kids. Shiro replied. I remember you mentioning Lua the Lunar Silver Wolf. Leilani replied. Once this is over, I'll let you meet Lua. Shiro replied. How long do you think we will be stuck here? Leilani asked. Well it's just you six being stuck here. Everyone else can leave freely. This whole situation is going to annoy me. How many adult beverages exist in that second pantry. A few month's worth. Ezequiel replied. I'm snatching two bottles. Shiro replied. You shouldn't be drinking while you're stressed. Julieka replied. I usually don't but she aggravated my soul. She better be glad I have something to live for. Shiro replied. Leilani chuckled. So you finally admit you have something to live for? Leilani asked. Never thought I would after all this time. Shiro replied. Someone's at the door? Mika replied. No Mika and Noelle do not follow Julieka to the door. Rina replied. They are attached to her. Yumi replied. They are attached to her. Rina replied. Mine are too. Yumi replied. Ezequiel and Julieka are getting the food. Shiro replied. Lunch! Noelle yelled. It is lunch time. Ally replied. Those two will be out like a light after lunch. Leilani replied. They're going to try to fight it to stay with you dad. Rina replied. I know. They can't fight their sleepiness forever. Shiro replied. Ezequiel and Julieka walk back with food in their hands. That's a lot of food. Chris replied. Yeah. Alright, where are the two big bowls Alfredo with cut up breaded chicken in it and the Chicken Parm? Shiro asked. Here you go. Julieka replied. Oh I've been waiting for you. Shiro replied. Wait, I've seen this before. You used to eat these around the house. Leilani replied. Shiro looked at Leilani. Why are you looking at me like that? Leilani asked. You may be married but you will always try to eat off my plate. Shiro replied. What? Chris asked. She looked curious. I bought two. One for me and one for her. Shiro replied. That's mean Shiro. I would never do that nowadays. Leilani replied. I saw that look in your eyes. You can't eye the man's food, Leilani. Chris replied. Shiro takes the lid off his bowel. It's still steaming. Is it that fresh? Leilani asked. My food isn't cold. Chris replied. These containers are made up of a type of plastic that compresses the heat to keep the heat within. Shiro replied. The food is fresh and delicious. What's the name of this place? Leilani asked. Nereus' Tavern. Shiro replied. Are we in Ocean City of Nereus?! Ally asked. We are. Shiro replied. Nereus is a tourist destination. A plane ticket here is one thousand eight hundred twenty two point eight Sorue. Ally replied. That's expensive for a ticket. Leilani replied. No, that's pretty cheap. They brought down the price in the last two decades. Shiro replied. That is right. I was planning on coming out to Nereus for Spring Break with the kids. I even invited Josh and his family. Since their break begins tomorrow. I was going to ask my dad to refer us to some resorts here in Nereus. Rina replied. Wait, you got in contact with Josh? Chris asked. Yeah it wasn't easy. His busy schedule is something else. Rina replied. Shiro stopped eating. I would have told you all to stay at this estate. I refuse for you to spend unnecessary money. Shiro replied. That sounds about right. Yumi replied. I would love to see the ocean. Leilani replied. There's a trail in the back that leads you to my private beach. It's best if I show you a little later. Shiro replied. A private beach? Shiro, you are wealthy? From giving Leilani the house. Chris replied. I am. I just hate flaunting my wealth is all. Shiro replied. As everyone ate and conversations were being held. We never thought of the craziness that befall us.
Josh is the name of Ally's older brother through her father.
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