The evening sun cast a warm orange glow over the dining hall of Kojo's mansion, illuminating the familiar faces of his household as they gathered for supper. The air was filled with the savory aromas of roasting meats and steaming vegetables, teasing the senses and building anticipation.
Kojo, seated at the head of the table, looked tired and had an emotionless expression on his face. He sighed as the people seated around chatted.
To his right sat Sharone, her piercing eyes sparkling with warmth as she chatted with Koniko and Lin. Adriana, resplendent in a simple yet elegant gown, sat to Kojo's left, her blue hair cascading down her back like a waterfall of night. Kojo gazed at her,a spark of curiosity in his eyes.
Cassandra, seated opposite Kojo, ate with refined, delicate movements, her slender fingers handling her utensils with precision. (Her movements are refined. She's probably someone fairly important from the Holy Land.) Sysia observed.
Kojo grunted, his eyes narrowing slightly as he observed Cassandra. He was aware of Sharone's gaze on him, her eyes watching him, casting discrete glances in his direction as she spoke to Lin. He turned his attention to the food in front of him, his expression neutral.Sol and Nefaria were also present at the table. For some reason,they were conversing as if they were best friends who'd known each other since... Since forever.
( He's under the effects of Nefaria's ability.) Sysia informed him.
Kojo observed for a bit. Nefaria didn't seem to have any nefarious intentions. He didn't really know what was going on but it didn't seem too serious so he decided to ignore.
As he lifted his fork to take a bite, his gaze drifted to the empty seat beside Adriana. Sasha's absence was a palpable presence, and Kojo's thoughts turned to the succubus. She was the most lively out of everyone here and her not being there made the whole setting strange. By now she'd be laughing loudly and trying to get all over Kojo. Was she okay?
(Oh? You miss her. It hasn't even been a day yet.Do you perhaps.....)
" Yes" Kojo answered. His eyes flickered with annoyance.He'd be lying if he said he wasn't a little worried. He remained silent, his attention returning to the meal in front of him. He felt s subtle tremor vibrate through the ground he had a strange feeling,as if the atmosphere had shifted in some way. Girls some reason he thought it was connected to Sasha. He shook his head.
Nah,he was overthinking at this point.The evening wore on, the conversation flowing easily as the household members enjoyed their supper.
Eden, Kojo's loyal attendant, stood poised behind his master's chair, ever vigilant and attentive. Mekna and Keo, the household's efficient serving staff, moved with quiet precision, refilling plates and glasses.
The evening wore on, the conversation flowing easily as the household members enjoyed their supper. But as the meal drew to a close, Cassandra put her cutlery down and called for attention.
"Everyone, may I have a word?"
The room fell silent, all eyes fixing on Cassandra. She stood, her slender figure commanding attention.
" I know it's late but permit me to introduce myself.My name is Cassandra," she began, "but my true name is Amavit Dea Adamas."
Kojo's stoped eating and looked on in rapt attention, his interest piqued.
Cassandra took a deep breath, her eyes locked on Kojo.
"I was one of the people granted with the Supreme Enchantment, the Grace. It's a rare gift, one that allows me to chanel a fraction of the goddess power."
" Wasn't that one of the three Supreme Enchantments that Yukio has?" Kojo wondered.
( Yeah. Though they may just have the same name.)
" Supreme Enchantments are supposed to be unique right?"
( Yes. But we don't know enough about this case to come to a conclusion. For now, let's assume that they're the same.)
" So that means she has Grace and Clockwork Universe. I wonder what the third one is?"
( Let's hope you dont find out from the receiving end.)
" Do I Iook that stupid?"
( Yes. You exceed the current image of stupidity you have in mind.)
Kojo's eye twitched but he didnt have a ready response. He kept silent but could feel Sysia's smugness.
" I also have the special ability Clairvoyant which allows me to see....uh....things" Cassandra finished.
Sharone's eyes widened, her interest evident.
"What kind of things?" she asked.
Cassandra's expression turned serious. "It allows me to see glimpses of the future. A few days ago, I was praying in the Cathedral at Ezkanur when I received a revelation – a revelation of things yet to come."
" Wait. This is legit information. Why the hell is she telling us all this.?" Kojo wondered.
Lin's eyes narrowed. She asked the question that was on Kojo's mind.
"What did you see that made you come all the way here instead of speaking with the authority at Ezkanur?" She asked.
Cassandra's eyes dropped, her voice barely above a whisper.
"I apologize, but I'm not allowed to say. "
Koniko's eyes narrowed, her expression skeptical. "What do you mean you're not allowed to say?"
Cassandra raised her hands.
"It's not that I don't trust you.It's a condition of my ability. And....."
" And?" Lin repeated.
"Its just that...I don't really know what I saw. All I saw were bits and pieces. Fragments of a greater whole. But I knew where I had to go. That's why I came to find you." Cassandra said glancing at Adriana.
Adriana's eyes locked onto Cassandra's.
"When I touched her as she was knocked out, I felt...something. A connection, maybe? Im not really sure." Adriana said.
Cassandra's eyes lit up, her face eager. "Yes, exactly! We connected briefly, didn't we?"
Adriana nodded, her expression thoughtful. "I saw glimpses of something, but I'm not sure what. It was all so... fragmented."
"It's probably an effect of her having transcended." Sharone said thoughtfully. Koniko made a face but she ignored.
Cassandra's eyes lit up, her face eager. "That explains it! Transcendence is a form of enlightenment, a state of being that allows one to see beyond the veil of reality."
"And what does this have to do with the revelation you received?" Rey asked.
Cassandra's eyes locked onto Kojo's, her expression serious. "The revelation I received was a sign, a warning of a cataclysm that's coming. And I need your help to stop it, Kojo Atari."
The room fell silent. Kojo's eyes narrowed. Then he sighed. He took a glass of water and drank it all at once. Cassandra remained standing. Everyone was looking at him.
" Why are you still standing anyway. Have a seat." He gestured to she seat. She sat down as he took a peace of meat and bit into it.
" So Kojo....." Cassandra began.
" Ok." He said taking another bite.
" Huh. Ok? So you'll help me?" She asked with an expectant look.
" No."
" No?"
" Yes."
" Yes?"
" No"
Cassandra stared at him for a while
" Which is it yes or no?" She asked.
Kojo finished the meat and dropped the bone in a plate.
" I'm really not in the mood to think about anything right now so ok. As in ok I'll sleep on it."
Immediately he finished speaking,a portal opened from above and a person dropped on top of him breaking the chair and the two .
He found his head once again sandwichwd between a woman's massive cleavage.
" Darling." The woman said.
" Sasha." Kojo said freeing himself and pulling her away. She was covered in dust and had a few bruises here and there. Before he could ask another portal opened and this time the Goblin King floated out. Kojo noticed that he was in a very bad state with bruises and cuts all over his body and the horn on his head was broken.But the wounds were healing albeit more slowly than when Kojo had first hurt him earlier that day. Everyone jumped back from the table preparing to fight. Lin pulled Cassandra behind her and summoned her hellberd pointing it Infront of her.
( Great,more drama.)
" Only difference this time is that I've rested up and I have backup." Kojo thought. He got to his feet while Sasha still clinged on to him and summoned Dragonfang. It was at that moment that he noticed Tye,the Chimera rabbit munching on some fruit in the tabke.Kojo blinked,he hadn't been there this whole time right? It'd been a while since he'd seen their furry mascot. Nowadays he'd disappear and reappear just like a phantom as if he was moving in and out if reality.
Kojo cleared his mind of all thoughts and focused on the floating threat but to thier surprise the Goblin King to the ground, kneeling with his right fist touching the ground.
"Mistress." He said with reverence.
" What!" They all exclaimed in unison.
" Oh darling,meet my new underling. His name is Kamau. Kamau Gwaltchmey."