Over the past few days, Elios protected the group from any threats, Elios went out of his way to save any survivors, Elios was the hero. But, why wasn't he treated like one? Why was his treatment no different from before, even though he was a hero? Elios has strength that normal humans couldn't imagine, yet he chose to save the lesser human lives, so why wasn't he revered?
'Thats right Elios, how come that rat Ren is treated better even now? Why is he still being respected when he hasn't done anything lately? Is this fair to you Elios?'
As Leviathan bombarded Elios with question after question, Elios slowly began agreeing. Thats right, why is Ren still getting special treatment? Why is he still respected, when his role of hero is taken? Why does he have to deal with the cold shoulder, while Ren happily speaks to everyone in the group? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? Why? WHY?!?
Leviathan watched Elios's breakdown with glee, the potential he saw back then wasn't wrong. Leviathan was worried these past few days, since Elios became less jealous of Ren, and more obsessed with his role of 'Hero'. No matter, Elios is back on the right track, he just needs a little push...
'I'll tell you why Elios, it's because they still think he's stronger. They don't grasp the power you hold.'
Elios snapped out of his breakdown, he looked up into the sky, desire dyed his face. The others looked at Elios's behaviour with concern, but Elios didn't care. As he looked to the sky, he spoke to thin air.
"Tell me how I fix this, I can't let him get away with it any longer..."
Leviathan looked at the desperation on Elios's face, feeling the intense jealousy, nourishing Him. Leviathan felt satisfaction for the first time in thousands of years, Elios truly had potential. As Leviathan prepared to deliver the final blow, he tried to hide the glee in his voice.
'Offer me a body part Elios, give me control of it. I can give you more power if I am connected through a physical bond.'
Elios hesitated when he heard this, remembering his fear and distrust of Leviathan. He must've been out of his mind, why was he asking for help from this monster? He had to remember what he saw that day, what kind of creature this man was.
Leviathan noticed the pause, which angered him to no end. What's the point of hesitating now? Why won't he give in to his emotions? Leviathan didn't understand, why would a creature hesitate to gain power? No matter, it seems like he needs a different approach.
'I guess the word control put you on guard. No worries Elios, you don't have to give limbs, hair or teeth counts too. I mean no harm, I just need a physical bond.'
Deep in thought, Elios's mind raced to figure out how hair possession would hurt him. As he went through countless scenarios, Elios couldn't figure out what he loses in this deal. Elios toiled over his choice in his mind, second guessing himself at every turn. However, when Elios noticed Ren in the corner of his eye, he saw the unblinking stare from him.
As Elios observed the completely calm Ren, hatred and jealousy consumed Elios's rational mind. He's never had to go through this stress, yet he has power equalling mine. He's never felt the overpowering presence of that creature, but he still acts like he's seen everything. This unfairness could only be overcome with overwhelming power, and Leviathan can provide that.
Elios determined that there was no downside to the deal, so he stopped hesitating. As he took the deal with Leviathan, Elios offered his hair. Closing his eyes, Elios waited for something to happen.
"Huh?"
Minutes passed by, but nothing happened. Elios's hair seemed to have no change, which confused him. *BOOM!* Elios punched out, creating a small shockwave. Elios felt glee when he saw the power behind his punch, it seems like Leviathan messed up somewhere.
As Elios silently celebrated, Leviathan watched in amusement. What naiveté, out of the countless scenarios Elios went over, he never once considered that maybe Leviathan WANTED to give him more power. Elios had potential, but he was too dumb to realize one little detail, his dark thoughts and mental breakdowns are directly related to his power.