Chapter 46: CHAPTER 46: ARIES

A stunning young woman slowly walked by a small lake in the garden of Antonia Palace. Her face looks cold as her empty blue gaze could not help watching to the bottom of the visible lake. Her waist-length blond hair was caressed gently by the wind that blew around her. She looks like a model but nobody would come to disturb her since they knew who she was.

 

"Aries! You're here just like I thought!" A man appeared beside her.

 

His presence didn't startle her because she can feel the change of aura and it was from someone she knew.

 

"Oh, Virgo. What's up? Why are you looking for me?" Aries gives a slight smile.

 

"Madam Perseus asked me to look for you. You're gonna miss our meeting again, Aries. Hurry! The meeting has started." Virgo notified her.

 

Panicking, Aries and Virgo immediately disappeared from the garden's lake. She has been missing almost all their meetings because she forgot the time and date. It has happened many times since Kairi's disappearance. 

 

Her condition caused her friends as well as their generals to be concerned for her wellbeing. However, if they asked she would tell them she was alright and then become absentminded. Nothing can be done if she didn't want their help.

 

"I am very sorry!" 

 

Aries told everyone after arriving at their meeting room. Her head also bowed.

 

"As long as you have arrived safely that is enough," Leo answered her.

 

He was sitting next to their royal seat which had been empty for three years already. Aries' eyes went to the royal seat before she took her place between Agi and Virgo who had sat on his.

 

Then, they resumed their meeting. Their topic was mostly to prioritise their kingdom's security more strictly. At the same time, seek for their leader and king. Although three years ago, they found a letter on the balcony saying that he would be gone for a while because he had someone to train him, they were still worried about his circumstances. 

 

After all, Kairi just lost his memories. To disappear without telling them, frightened them. And, during these three years, they never stopped looking for him. Many people were sent to check on the place where he and his friends stayed before but no one found him until now.

 

The meeting ended soon after and left only Aries, Agi, Virgo and Pegasus in the room.

 

"Sorry to worry you..." 

 

Aries said after seeing all her friends staring at her. She was already used to their worried stares but she didn't want to say anything about it.

 

"Sigh... It's fine. We understand." Agi replied with a small smile.

 

Nothing can they do for her. She needs to willingly open her thoughts to them for them to understand her better.

 

"But, Aries, you shouldn't carry the responsibility alone. Aren't we here with you? If you need help, please do not hesitate to ask." Virgo groaned.

 

Aries smiled and nodded. "I will... Someday."

 

Virgo, Agi and Pegasus give her a dead stare. She chuckled after seeing it.

 

"I'm fine, everyone. Really... And I'm sorry to worry you again and again. Thank you so much for your concerns." 

 

Then, she got up from her chair. 

 

"I'll go first."

 

Virgo, Agi and Pegasus could only watch her leave. They all sighed heavily after she was gone.

 

"Damn it!" Virgo slapped the meeting table with his palms.

 

Agi let out a heavy groan. "We can't help her if she doesn't want us to help her." 

 

"Urgh... She's not alone! We're always by her side! Why can't she talk about it with us? It's not her fault for Kairi to disappear or Rafiz getting taken away." Virgo replied while clenching his teeth.

 

"I don't think she was thinking about Kairi and Rafiz only. There seems to be something else. We can only watch over her so she doesn't do something stupid." Pegasus folded his hands.

 

Agi nodded and agreed with Pegasus."I'm sure she'll go find Kairi and Rafiz soon. We can't let her go alone."

 

"Then we must keep an eye on her at all times." Virgo sighed again.

 

"Since that's the plan, let's leave," Agi said and stood up.

 

The three of them left the room after that. Virgo walks alone towards his room to the West of the palace. He was startled when a starfield appeared in front of him. Two people can be seen before the starfield vanishes.

 

"Hey, Virgo! Long time no see!" Told one of them.

 

His hair and eyes were deep blues with a height of 1.87 metres. While another person was a woman. She has the same blond hair as Aries but short hair with green eyes. Her height was about 1.62 metres.

 

"Aquila! Lyra! Where have you been for a year? Don't tell me you guys secretly went on a honeymoon again." Virgo was surprised to see them again. 

 

"What?! Of course not! Haha, very funny, Virgo." Aquila laughed.

 

"By the way. We're sorry, Virgo. We haven't found Your Majesty yet. We have been looking and asking around but still haven't located him." He then told Virgo of their investigation.

 

"I see... It's okay. Thank you both." Virgo was a little sad about the news. 

 

It seems the person who took Kairi away had ensured Kairi wouldn't be found. He only felt relief that even the Deorc Star couldn't find Kairi. This should actually be a piece of good news to them.

 

"... Looking at your gloomy atmosphere, it seems you also haven't found him, don't you?" Lyra asked. 

 

Virgo nodded. "He wasn't where we once stayed for resting or any other places. In fact, although there were rumours about a man like him, that person was not him."

 

"Oh... It can't be helped. Let's pray that His Majesty always stays safe. So, how's the situation here? Is there any surprise attack from the Deorc Star again?" Lyra switched to another topic.

 

"They haven't acted in these three years. I don't know what they're waiting for but it seems to be too peaceful to feel good." 

 

Virgo frowned while looking at the view beside them. It was a small garden with a water fountain. He thought the Deorc Star was holding back because they were training Rafiz and their armies. He didn't know what they had done to Rafiz but he was sure Rafiz must have been controlled by them. 

 

If they meet again, he might not have the heart to fight Rafiz. And he didn't want to think that Rafiz had been killed. Since then, every single day, he would pray for Rafiz to stay safe and alive. Otherwise, he wasn't sure how he was going to explain to Kairi and tell them of their past.

 

"Hey, Virgo!" Lyra called out since Virgo went quiet and absentminded.

 

"Oh, sorry! I was thinking about something..." Virgo apologised.

 

"Sigh... It's fine. You're very close to them, aren't you? Don't worry, Virgo, I'm sure they're still alive." Aquila convinced him.

 

Virgo just nodded and smiled. "Thank you."

 

"Alright! Now, I want to go see Aries and Perseus. There are many things I want to tell them! Goodbye!" 

 

Lyra left Aquila and Virgo there.

 

"Hm? You didn't go with your wife?"

 

"Lyra has notified me that she wants to have a meeting for ladies only. Men are not allowed. Haha. So, Virgo... When are you gonna marry? I heard many women have proposed to you." 

 

Virgo choked on his saliva and he coughed. His face instantly turned deep red.

 

"I don't think I want to find anyone at this moment," he replied bashfully.

 

"What? But, Virgo, we're getting older day by day. You're already 24 years old. Don't you have anyone you like by now? How about Aries? She is closer to you."

 

"Urgh... Aquila, Aries already has someone and I don't even have a feeling toward her. We're only friends. I know you're lucky to be able to marry Lyra even though Lyra refused many times. How can you make her agree to marry you?" Virgo changed the topic.

 

He doesn't want to talk about his future partner or marriage. And Lyra, he knew she didn't like men until she met Aquila. He and others somehow were surprised by their sudden relationship and then shocked by their marriage announcement. He doesn't know how they can get married when they both have polar opposite views.

 

Aquila winked at him with one eye. "It's. A. Secret." He smiled mysteriously.

 

"Erm... If I'm not mistaken you used to threaten Lyra so she would listen and agree with you. Now, look at you, so lovey-dovey with her." Virgo teased.

 

Aquila chuckled. His eyes glinted while reminiscing something from the past. What Virgo said was the truth that happened before.

 

"You won't understand until you fall in love with someone. By the way, take my advice. If you ever quarrel with someone someday better be careful. You might end up marrying them."

 

Virgo smirked. "You mean like Agi and Pegasus?"

 

Aquila laughed aloud. "Please... Those two are men. It's impossible for them."

 

Virgo shrugged. "Who knows, right? They are too close to each other."

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Aquila shook his head while smiling. "Then, let's pray for their happiness."

 

Virgo gives a small smile. It's hopeless to think of them ever staying apart. Suddenly, a small earthquake shocked them before they heard a shout.

 

"You stupid, Pegasus! How dare you eat my biscuits! That was my favourite! Take this, you demon!"

 

And then another earthquake reached them. Virgo and Aquila looked at each other before they laughed aloud. Nothing changed since Kairi and Rafiz were gone. Those two were still the same which made the palace's moody atmosphere go away with their feud.

 

Somewhere else in the palace...

 

"Aries, Perseus, I miss you both so much!" Lyra hugged Aries and Perseus before letting them go.

 

"Lyra, it's good to see you again. It's been a year since we last saw you. Where'd you go? And does Aquila treat you well? If not, let me hit him." Aries asked while holding Lyra's hands.

 

Lyra and Perseus laughed at her jokes. 

 

"He's fine. He treats me like a queen. Everything I want he would go and search for it. Even if he had to go into a hole full of snakes." Lyra chuckled.

 

"Huh?" Perseus was confused.

 

What kind of thing did she want until Aquila would go into a snake's hole?

 

"I'm just joking, Perseus. It's a phrase. But Aquila really would do anything for me. I am pleased with his attention to me." Lyra's eyes show warmth when she remembers her husband.

 

The three of them were inside a resting room for a small gathering and there were two guards stationed outside the door. When the palace maids heard there would be Bright Star's users gathering in that room, they quickly prepared desserts and sweets for them.

 

As for Aries, Lyra and Perseus, they were close like sisters. So, they would meet with each other when all of them were in the palace. It's just they no longer have many gatherings after Lyra and Perseus got married since both follow their husband most of the time. They also don't use formal language when they gather together.

 

"Hehe, I remember you always fight with him. Now, look at you guys, so lovey-dovey." Aries commented.

 

"Heh! Who told him to marry me? And you, Aries, how long are you going to be single? Hurry up and marry! You are already 25 years old. You won't be any younger, you know."

 

Aries' cheeks and ears blushed. He looked shyly at them. The topic reminds her of Kairi.

 

"Woah, Woah, Aries! You do have someone in your heart! Who is it! Tell us!" 

 

Lyra was surprised because Aries always looks like a tomboy and hasn't been interested in any man before. Perseus by her side smiles slightly. She already knew who it was but sadly, that person has disappeared.

 

"Uh, I... Erm..." 

 

Aries nodded slowly indicating she had someone she liked.

 

"But, he and I may not be suitable for each other. He has no feelings for me other than a friend..." She continued slowly.

 

Well, Kairi never told her or hinted that he likes her. Would the praise count though? But, everyone praised her beauty too so maybe Kairi doesn't have the same feeling like her. Kairi's also lost his memories so the current him probably doesn't think of any romantic things yet.

 

Moreover, she did want to forget her feelings for him. Yet, it failed. And for these three years, her feelings and concerns intensified instead of dropping. How can she forget him...? She feels miserable and pathetic about herself.

 

"What?! Who's that guy?! Let me hit his head and force him to accept you! Who wouldn't like a beautiful, gentle, caring and cute woman like you ?! I'm angry now!" Lyra was furious.

 

Aries and Perseus chuckled. 

 

"I wonder if she would be brave enough to hit him if she knew who he was," Perseus whispered to Aries.

 

"She might but I don't want that. Lyra, sorry. I can't tell you who he was yet. When I'm ready, I will tell you."

 

"Tsk! Fine... Have your way. But if he makes you more unhappy later, I'll punch him and ask Aquila to send him directly to Hell." Lyra threatened.

 

"Hehe, okay. Thank you." Aries smiled.

 

Their conversation continues with Lyra telling them about her adventures with Aquila. They didn't even realise that the sun had gone down until they felt Leo and Aquila's presence outside the door. Well, they might not have noticed it until they checked the clock on the wall.

 

Leo and Aquila didn't enter the room because they didn't want to disturb their wife's gathering. So, they willingly wait outside without feeling irritated by the long hour. After all, they were used to it anyway.

 

"Sorry, dear. Have you waited long?" Perseus asked when she and her friends left the room.

 

Leo shook his head. "Not long."

 

Perseus kissed him on the cheek. Leo's not long means the opposite. She was happy with his tolerance to wait for her. They left after saying goodbye to their friends. Same for Lyra and Aquila which left only Aries who walked back alone.

 

"I can't take it anymore. I want to find them. I want to see them again and ensure they are really alive with my own eyes..." With that, Aries makes a decision.

 

She walked quickly to her room and packed up her stuff to be brought away. She decided to leave this place and search for Kairi and Rafiz. She knows there would be danger along the way but alone she can feel more reassured since she doesn't need to worry about anyone.

 

Once ready, she waited until late at night when she thought her Bright Star's friends had gotten asleep. Like a spy, she carefully moves out of the palace and reaches outside of Antonia's city. She turned back to look at the faraway palace.

 

"I'm sorry, everyone. Goodbye. I hope we meet again." She silently thought.

 

Then, she turned around to start her journey. But suddenly was startled to find three people had stood in front of her. They all gave her a glare and sharp stares that made her swallow.

 

Ah, it seems they have found out about her leaving...

 

"Won't it be nice to say to us first before you go?" Someone else also appeared behind her. 

 

Aries swallowed. "I am sorry... Lyra, everyone..." 

 

Lyra folded her hands on her chest. "I hope this wasn't a habit you have had since three years ago. And please, Aries. Tell us where are you going."

 

She went to Aries before she put her hands on her shoulders. "Tell us or you can't leave. I will have Aquila bring me to check on you every day if you still won't tell us."

 

Aquila beside her coughed. "Really, Lyra? We shouldn't waste my power on something useless..." 

 

Lyra snapped her head at him and glared. "You're sleeping outside tonight!"

 

Aquila gaped with eyes widened. "No, no! I'll help you check on her! So, please don't let me sleep outside!"

 

He pulled Lyra back and hugged her tightly. "I won't let go!" He told her.

 

Lyra's eyes twitched before she sighed and stared at Aries.

 

"See, you're not going to make me angry at my husband, right? So, come on, tell us where are you going and what do you want to do, Aries? Look, even three of them knew there's something wrong with you."

 

Aries felt guilty and awful. She looks at them one by one.

 

"I... I'm going to Ryam Town."

 

"Ryam? Why go there?" Lyra was confused but the three people who heard it had melancholy eyes.

 

They were reminiscing about something.

 

Aries gives Lyra a sad smile. "It's where Kairi, our king's hometown is. I want to visit it."

 

Lyra finally understood and nodded her head. Then, she turned toward the three people.

 

"Make sure you guys protect her or I will beat you guys!" She warns them.

 

"Don't worry. We will ensure she is safe, Lyra." One of them said.

 

"Huh? I can send you there but I don't even know where Ryam Town is." Aquila can help teleport them if he knows where the place was.

 

"No need, Aquila. I want to walk there while looking around where Kairi has gone before. So, there's no need for you to teleport us there." Aries quickly interjects.

 

"... Okay, if you say so."

 

"Then, be careful, alright? I can't leave here due to Perseus asking me to watch over the construction."

 

Aries nodded her head. "Thank you, Lyra, Aquila. Goodbye. See you all soon."

 

Aries and the three people start to move while Lyra and Aquila watch them leave. Both pray for their safety and hope no obstacles happen in their way.

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