" Hmmmm….interesting!"
Xylon had spent the entirety of his past life hovering in the sky, an observer of the world below. He was a demon, and the earth below him was nothing but a playground for his kind.
But as he gazed at the post-apocalyptic world that lay in front of him, he was struck with a sense of awe and amazement. How were the humans still surviving in this desolate wasteland?
After his rebirth, Xylon spent his first five years living in darkness underground with his human caregivers. But once he turned five, he was finally introduced to the real world. It was a world unlike any he had ever known, a place of struggle and survival, where every day was a fight for existence.
Despite his demonic past, Xylon watched the humans go about their daily lives, marveling at their ingenuity and resourcefulness. He saw them farming the land, scavenging for supplies, and banding together to form communities.
Xylon's introduction to the outside world came late due to the fragility of his body. He was sheltered underground for the first five years of his life, away from the dangers that lurked above. It wasn't until he was awakened and supplied with magic that he was able to venture out and experience the world beyond his dark and confined existence.
The caregivers who looked after Xylon and the other children knew all too well the threats posed by the demons and the harsh realities of their post-apocalyptic world.
They understood the importance of keeping the children safe until they were strong enough to face the challenges that lay ahead.
Xylon's awakening was a pivotal moment in his young life. It marked the beginning of his journey to discover the extent of his powers and the wonders of the outside world.
As he emerged from the darkness, he was filled with a sense of wonder and curiosity. He marveled at the simple things that others took for granted, like the warmth of the sun on his skin and the smell of freshly bloomed flowers that he kept hearing about .
Xylon was the last among his peers to awaken his powers. As the other children discovered their magical abilities, he could only watch in envy and frustration.
His body felt weak and useless compared to theirs, and he couldn't shake off the feeling of inadequacy.
But then came the day when he was to be awakened. It was a day that he had both longed for . He had seen the pain and agony that the others had gone through during the process, and he knew that he was not exempt from it.
The awakening process was a painful and arduous journey for Xylon and his fellow children. It began with a deep, intense burning sensation that seemed to spread throughout their entire body, as if their very essence was being engulfed in flames.
The pain was extreme, it felt like his body was in a a constant pain that almost felt like it was never going to stop, yet Xylon in contary to others was ready to accept it, he had witnessed more in his past life .
It was not just physical pain that he endured. The awakening also brought with it a flood of memories and emotions, both good and bad, the memories didn't belong to him, he didn't know the source of it.
As he lay there, in that state, Xylon realized that this was just the beginning.
The awakening would continue for days, perhaps even weeks, until his magic was fully awakened and he was able to harness its power.
And so, he gritted his teeth and endured the pain, knowing that it was a necessary step on the path to becoming a powerful demon in this post-apocalyptic world.
" Heyyyy…Xylon, right !"
Xylon stood there, staring at the girl before him. There was something about her that was familiar .
As he gazed upon her, he couldn't help but notice the striking resemblance they shared. They had the same color of eyes, the same tanned skin, and similar facial features.
However, she was taller and more mature, with an air of confidence.
"You're here," she spoke softly, breaking his train of thought. "You made it, Xylon. I have been waiting for you, brother." Her words echoed in the air, and Xylon's heart swelled with emotion.
Brother? He had never met her before.
"Brother?" Xylon questioned, unsure of what to make of the situation.
The girl smiled sweetly and placed a gentle hand on his shoulder. "Xylon...Xylon...you are my little brother. I am Eva Sinclair." Her voice was soothing and kind.
Confusion etched across his face as he voiced his question.
"How come we've never met?" he asked, trying to make sense of the situation.
Eva's warm smile faltered momentarily as she explained, "No one is allowed inside the Haven unless they're a guardian or a staff member. Plus, I'm five years older than you, and by the time you were brought in, I was no longer a resident there. But believe me, Xylon, I have been waiting for this moment for a long time."
Xylon's brow furrowed in understanding. It was a huge twist of events .
' Balthyrov ….this is ridiculous …I had 20 brothers in my past life and now you give me a sister ! …a sister …a fucking human sister …what would I even do with her !"