Inhuman:I am immortal

Among the cries of anguish, a peculiar figure emerged from the wreckage. Unscathed and seemingly unbothered, he stood tall amidst the destruction. Clutching two bouquets that had fallen to the ground, the man observed the panicked residents with a calm demeanour.

Confusion and fear gripped the onlookers as they witnessed this enigmatic stranger. "Why is he not harmed?" they wondered aloud. Some attempted to flee, their instinct for self-preservation compelling them to distance themselves from the inexplicable phenomena.

Seeking to reassure the distressed crowd, the man called out after them, "Fear not, I am not like those who bring harm for minor inconveniences. Please accept my condolences for your losses." Despite his words, the people remained cautious and continued to retreat, leaving the visitor stranded in their wake.

Taking a moment to sigh in resignation, the man found solace upon a nearby stone, waiting patiently. His obfuscated purpose began to unravel as the sound of a helicopter echoed in the air. With precision, the aircraft approached, eventually hovering just above the man.

Without hesitation, a woman descended from the helicopter, securely fastened by a harness and rope. Landing softly, she introduced herself as Mahina, addressing the man as Sir Elio. Apologetically, she explained the unfortunate malfunction of Elio's plane, which led to his unconventional entrance into the vicinity.

Elio, seemingly unperturbed by the circumstances, responded with nonchalance, "I understand. Let us proceed to the destination I had intended." In one swift motion, he effortlessly leapt onto the helicopter, overcoming the significant distance between him and the flying vehicle.

As Elio gracefully boarded the aircraft, the pilot skillfully regained control, preventing a potential disaster. Mahina, impressed by Elio's poise, followed suit, relying on the rope to ascend the helicopter. With everyone safely on board, the pilot charted a course towards Elio's desired location.

While Elio gazed contentedly out the window, Mahina found herself captivated by his presence. After a brief pause, Elio sensed her curiosity and inquired, "Is there something you wish to ask me?"

Timidly, Mahina responded, "Sir Elio, pardon my hesitation, but may I inquire about something?"

Elio, with a warm smile, reassured her, "No need to be so formal, Mahina. You can ask me anything you wish. I don't easily take offence."

Grateful for the opportunity, Mahina introduced herself and explained her role as an assistant to higher beings like Elio. However, Elio dismissed any need for flattery, urging her to ask her question without reservation.

With gratitude, Mahina addressed the issue that had been weighing on her mind, "What do you intend to do about the people who witnessed your dramatic descent from the sky?"

Unfazed, Elio replied, his gaze fixed outward, "I have no desire to take any action. Their perceptions are inconsequential to me."

The conversation concluded, leaving Elio to quietly reflect on his thoughts as the helicopter continued its journey. Meanwhile, Mahina marvelled at the enigmatic demeanour of the man known as Elio, intrigued by his nonchalant acceptance of extraordinary circumstances.

In a moment of gratitude, Mahina expressed her appreciation to Elio for sparing the people and showing them mercy.

"Thank you for your mercy," Mahina said sincerely to Elio.

Elio, having temporarily lost his assistant who was on the same plane as him, recognized the opportunity to ask her for assistance.

"So, are you my assistant now, since my previous assistant was on the same plane as me?" Elio inquired.

"Yes, Elio. I will be your assistant from now on," Mahina confirmed, accepting the role willingly.Curiosity got the better of Elio, prompting him to ask about Mahina's previous occupation, considering she appeared older than his late assistant.

"What was your job before this? You seem older than my late assistant," Elio probed.

Mahina responded confidently, "I was in the special forces for ten years."Impressed by her background, Elio queried further, "That's a long time. How old were you when you joined the special forces?"

"I joined the special forces when I was 18 years old," Mahina revealed.Listening attentively to her response, Elio nodded in acknowledgement.

Soon, their conversation was interrupted by the pilot as he informed Mahina that they had arrived at Elio's destination. Looking out the helicopter window, they could see a vast area covered in trees, devoid of any man-made structures or roads.

Without hesitation, Elio grabbed the bouquets he had brought along and swiftly leapt out of the helicopter, landing on a tall mountain with a loud thud.Mahina followed suit, using a rope to safely descend from the hovering aircraft.

"Ah, just in time," Elio exclaimed as Mahina joined him on the mountaintop.

Right before them, atop the hill, were two graves. Mahina, showing respect, asked Elio about their significance.

"Elio, are they your parents?" Mahina asked softly.Elio nodded and replied, "Yes, they are. I come here once every year to clean the area with my late assistant."

Curiosity piqued once again, Mahina approached the gravestones to read the inscriptions. She noticed the dates of birth and demise of Elio's parents, as well as their names, Dillon Arlo and Mildred Arlo.

"Help me clean the area, will you?" Elio requested.Without hesitation, Mahina agreed, and for the next 30 minutes, they meticulously tidied up the surrounding area, removing stones, small bushes, and any debris.

Once finished, Elio placed the bouquets atop the graves and began to pray.After ten minutes of silent reverence, Elio turned to Mahina and asked for privacy, requesting her return in two hours. Mahina nodded understandingly and climbed back into the helicopter, which then departed, leaving Elio alone with his parents.

Sitting beside the graves, Elio engaged in a heartfelt conversation with his late parents. He spoke about his daily life, his aspirations and plans for the future, and reflected on his past experiences. Time seemed to pass quickly as he poured out his thoughts and feelings.

As the two-hour mark approached, Elio sensed the sound of a helicopter approaching. He concluded his conversation with his parents and prepared to leave. The helicopter arrived, and with the pilot's assistance, Elio boarded while the aircraft remained stable.

During the three-hour journey back to Elio's house, an aura of silence enveloped the cabin. Elio and Mahina both lost in their thoughts, reflecting on the events of the day and the bond they were forming through their shared experiences.

Finally, the helicopter landed in front of a majestic two-story house nestled on a hill. Elio thanked Mahina once again and invited her to visit his house the following morning, as the special forces had already informed her about her duties as his assistant.

"Hey, Mahina, come to my house tomorrow morning. The special forces have already been informed about your role as my assistant, right?" Elio reminded her.

Mahina nodded eagerly, fully committed to her new position. "Yes, I will be there. See you tomorrow, Elio," she replied.

With a brief farewell, Elio jumped out of the helicopter and watched as it took off into the distance. Fear and anticipation filled the air as Mahina looked forward to the journey ahead, their paths now intertwined in a unique partnership.