"Selina and Aphrodite arrived at Celestia's temple first. They were excited to see her. "Oh Celestia your place is lovely. Look at these walls." Aphrodite brushed her hands lightly on them.
"You came early where are the rest?" Celestia who was crouched beside her plants said. They were blooming early she observed.
"Your plants are looking healthy Celestia. Let me help you." Aphrodite crouched beside her and placed her palm firmly on the ground.
"Never knew you took care of them." Her eyes gave a glow and vines sprouted from her palm to the ground. "I'll make them more beautiful Celestia." She turned and gave her a smile.
Her power flowed into the soil. The flowers and plants twisted around each other. More plants grew and the already growing ones. Her garden flowed with Aphrodite's magic.
She stood marveled at the sight before her. She looked at her palms sadly. From now she had to be careful with her power.
"Isn't it beautiful?"Aphrodite stood up and admired her work."It is beautiful." Celestia commented watching Selina who was gazing at her.
Selina turned and walked inside with the two behind her.
Amphitrite wife of poisedon, Nyx Goddess of the Night, Hel Goddess of Death, Hera wife of Zeus, Athena Goddes of war, handicraft, and practical reason, Selene Goddess of the Moon, Anat Goddess of Lust, Pschye Eros's Fiancée were seated in the Hall when the three arrived.
Hecate arrived last. She was the Chief Goddess of Magic and crossworlds.
"Welcome everyone, I invited you all because of the invitation I received from the Archangels." Celestia said to the ladies who sat comfortably.
They acknowledged her presence. " I also received one. "Hera stood up and walked to Celestia." Do not stand there dear. Come and sit beside me." She pulled Celestia.
" Now we have to plan. Since this is the first time and I know you know it's Purity Day. "Hera said taking Celestia's place. They all nodded in unison.
" So what do we do? "Selene suggested.
" We all go but be careful not to stir trouble. The Archangels are people who love their privacy." Hera said.
" One more thing, do not get close to their leader. "She warned.
" Why?"Celestia asked as all eyes were on her." You do not want to find out why." She warned.
" Well let's relax am loving your place already." Selene said in her baby voice.
" Sebastian come here. "Celestia called out. He walked to her and greeted the rest.
" Bring in the refreshments. "She said
" Yes. I'll be back later. "He said disappearing and appearing later with refreshments. The group talked with smiles on their faces.
"Thank you for the invite but I'll have to leave."Hera hugged her. One by one she received hugs from them before they left.
Selina stayed behind with a question in mind.
" Do you have anything to say? "She asked Celestia who shook her head.
" You can tell ne I won't tell anyone. "Selina said.
" It's nothing. I will see you at the Archangel realm. "She waved her off disappeing into her chambers.
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" Are you ready yet? "Neylar asked Celestia. Celestia wore a simple white gown with her hair down. Neylar handed her ornaments to compliment her hair.
" Im ready let's go." She looked at her reflection once more and brushed her hair down. She didn't feel like going but it was late the invitation was sent to her and the others.
"I have a bad feeling about this. I don't know why."She said uneasy." Don't worry, it's my duty to protect you at all cost. I promised Master right? "Neylar nudged her with her snout.
" Master. "She clenched hee fists. Her parents. She had few memories of them and the only person who knew them was Caelen. He refused to tell her about them on different occasions.
She knew he was hiding something and even Neylar knew something she didn't. Celestia refrained from telling them the strange dreams she had. It seemed like they stopped for a while but she had the same dream the night before.
"Our ride is waiting for us, let's not waste more time." She walked to the ride silently.
They arrived at the Archangel Realm earlier than expected. As she expected, the security was tight and it was protected by a strong barrier.
Their invitation card was checked before they were allowed to enter. She was escorted by two Angels to the Main Hall were the ritual was taking place. The had masks on their faces.
"We have arrived Goddess Celestia." One said observing her. Was this their leader's work partner after all. She looked quiet and simple but she emitted a strong aura. They were told by Archangel Mikasa she was their top priority.
Any mistakes and their leader would have their head." Thank you." She smiled and walked to the altar. The rest were already seated silently. The Angels sat far from them.
Each step she made resounded in the Hall. Neylar growled lowly at the person before them. She turned her attention to the Archangel. He had dark hair and a cat like mask. He looked at her distastefully.
So this was the person their leader worked for. He thought. She looked pretty though. "Excuse me, I'm going to light my flame." She bypassed him.
"Neylar that's enough." She commanded her. Neylar gave him a warning look before trotting to Celestia's side.
"I don't like him. He's so rude. Did you see the way he watched you. Why don't you teach him a lesson." She complained.
"Remember what Hera said, stay out of trouble. Plus I'm not sure what to do if I loose control." She took a stick and places it in the flames.
"And we're done let's sit with Selina and Aphrodite." She smiled picking Neylar up.
She sat beside her friends and handed Neylar to Aphrodite. "Looks like we have a long way to go" Selina commented pointing to the Archangels standing on the altar saying something.
"Yeah." She scanned their faces looking for Mael.
After what looked like hours, a strong presence wifted past them. Everyone was compelled to bow. "What's this presence?" Aphrodite whispered looking down.
"It's too strong even Zeus is having a hard time snapping out of it." Selina whispered back.
"Celestia what about you...." Selina stopped midway when she realized that she was staring back at the strange person with her head high.
"Let's welcome Our Grace." The man from before announced. Their leader bowed to the Supreme Deities in respect.
"Thank you all for your time."He said loudly." Today is Purity Day and I wanted it to be different so I invited you. I know this is out of the blue. "He paused and nodded to Mikasa.
It was good he had them use their glamor. Mikasa walked to their leader and whispered in his ear.
" To the reason why I invited you, the demons have been causing troubles recently. Five of my angels were tainted but were purified. So I am asking for your help to settle this issue." He said causing a stir among the Gods.
"I see, so you need our help." Zeus asked curiously and their leader nodded in agreement.
"If that's the case, why didn't you tell us in the letter instead of bringing us here. Or do you have an ulterior motive?" Celestia said glaring at the masked man.
She didn't trust him at all. "It's not like that. Please don't misunderstand." He stared at her. If he was right, his presence didn't faze her.
" I see." She mumbled. One thing didn't sit right to her. Neylar growled at people she didn't like and this presence was too strong.
"Who are you? You're not their leader." She said surprising everyone "What do you mean! That is our leader!" The man from before yelled.
"Your leader you say, i can smell evil from him. You Archangels are weak." She said to the man.
Every word she said left them more confused. "You're a clone. You're not their leader." She said. 'Neylar go now.' She signaled her.
Neylar growled and pinned the imposter down. "Your leader is in this crowd and he should come out am sick of this game." She stared at the mysterious man sitting behind Zeus.
'Neylar retreat.' She said. Neylar appeared beside her. "And she was right! I wasn't there. I sent a clone. It's not surprising, I'm impressed." The real person stood up and walked to the altar.
"Anyways as I was saying the demons are causing troubles." He continued with his speech.
"You were amazing Celestia." Aphrodite winked at her.
The meeting finished and the were allowed to roam around. She found a nice place to relax her mind.
"Looks like i meet you again Celestia" The man smiled at her. She glared at their leader uninterested.
"I have no intention of talking to you either." She frowned at him.
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************end of chapter **************
Hope you enjoyed this part.
Stay safe.
Love,
The author ❤️