Six years had passed since Bell Cranel and his companions had saved the world from the looming threat of the three great beasts. In that time, Bell had continued to grow—not just as an adventurer, but as a man deeply in love. As he stood atop Babel Tower, looking over the vibrant city of Orario, a warm smile spread across his face. His life had become something beyond his wildest dreams, filled with love, adventure, and the promise of an even brighter future.
Bell had never thought it possible to love more than one person equally, and yet, here he was. Six women had captured his heart, and each one held a special place in his soul. Over the years, their bond had grown stronger, and now, Bell was ready to take the next step. He was going to propose to each of them—and he was determined to do it perfectly, catering to each of their desires and dreams.
Bell's first proposal was to the one who had been with him from the beginning—Hestia. The goddess who had taken him in, who had loved him unconditionally, and who had given him the strength to become the man he was today.
Hestia's favorite place was the hearth of their home, a place that symbolized warmth, comfort, and family. Bell prepared a candlelit dinner at the hearth, their favorite spot in the small yet cozy Hestia Familia home. As the fire crackled softly, casting a warm glow over the room, Bell knelt down before her, holding out a ring that glimmered like starlight.
"Hestia," Bell said, his voice thick with emotion, "you've always been my home. Will you be my wife and make our family complete?"
Tears filled Hestia's eyes as she nodded, her hands trembling as she accepted the ring. "Yes, Bell. Yes, I will."
They kissed by the firelight, their hearts full of love and the promise of a lifetime together.
Lili's favorite place was the top of the city walls, where she had often stood looking over Orario, dreaming of a better future. Bell took her there at sunset, the sky painted in hues of orange and gold, with the city stretching out below them like a sea of light.
"Lili," Bell said as they stood side by side, "you've always been by my side, supporting me. I want you to be at my side forever. Will you marry me?"
Lili's eyes widened, and she turned to him, her cheeks flushed with surprise and happiness. "Bell-sama… I… Yes, yes I will!"
Bell placed the ring on her finger, and they embraced as the sun dipped below the horizon, bathing them in the golden glow of their love.
Ryuu's favorite place was a quiet forest clearing outside of Orario, a place where she could find peace and solitude. Bell led her there one evening, the moonlight filtering through the trees, casting a serene glow over the clearing.
"Ryuu," Bell said softly, taking her hands in his, "you've always been my quiet strength. I want to spend the rest of my life with you. Will you marry me?"
Ryuu, ever calm and composed, looked deeply into his eyes, her own filled with emotion. "Yes, Bell. I will."
They shared a quiet, tender kiss under the stars, the forest around them alive with the soft sounds of nature. It was a perfect moment for them both.
Freya and Syr were two sides of the same coin, and Bell loved them both equally. Freya's favorite place was the Hostess of Fertility, where Syr had always tended bar, and so Bell proposed to them both there.
The tavern was empty save for the three of them, the fire casting flickering shadows against the walls. Bell stood before them, holding two rings in his hands.
"Freya, Syr… you've both shown me different sides of love, and I can't imagine my life without either of you. Will you both marry me?"
Syr blushed deeply, while Freya's eyes sparkled with divine amusement and joy. Syr was the first to answer, her voice soft and trembling. "Yes, Bell. I've loved you for so long…"
Freya stepped forward, placing a hand on Bell's cheek. "And I, too, will accept your heart, my beautiful hero."
Bell placed the rings on their fingers, and they shared a passionate, three-way embrace, their love boundless and eternal.
Mikoto's favorite place was the shrine of her homeland, a place filled with memories of her past. Bell took her there, to the temple gardens, where the cherry blossoms were in full bloom. The pink petals swirled in the breeze, creating a beautiful and serene atmosphere.
"Mikoto," Bell said as they stood beneath the cherry blossom tree, "you've always fought with honor and loyalty. I want to be with you for the rest of my life. Will you marry me?"
Mikoto blushed deeply, her hand covering her mouth in surprise. She nodded slowly, her eyes filled with love. "Yes, Bell. I will marry you."
They kissed beneath the blossoms, their love as pure and beautiful as the flowers that surrounded them.
Haruhime's favorite place was the peaceful riverside outside of Orario, where she had often come to dream of freedom. Bell brought her there one evening, the river shimmering under the light of the full moon.
"Haruhime," Bell said, his voice soft and filled with love, "you've always been so gentle and kind. Will you marry me and share your life with me?"
Haruhime's eyes filled with tears as she nodded, her tail swishing excitedly. "Yes, Bell-sama. I will."
They kissed by the riverside, the water flowing gently beside them, a symbol of the peaceful life they would share together.
The day of the wedding was one of the grandest Orario had ever seen. A great temple had been built in the center of the city, with flowers and banners decorating every inch of the surrounding streets. The entire city had come out to celebrate, cheering for the hero who had saved them all and the women who stood by his side.
Bell stood at the altar, dressed in elegant white, his heart racing as he waited for his brides to arrive. The ceremony was to be a group marriage—each of his beloved wives would join him on the same day, in the same ceremony, just as they had wanted.
The crowd fell silent as Hestia, Lili, Ryuu, Freya, Syr, Mikoto, and Haruhime appeared, walking down the aisle in beautiful white gowns, each one unique to their personality. Hestia's gown was adorned with blue flame-like patterns, Lili's with simple, elegant lines, Ryuu's with the green of the forest, Freya and Syr with matching silver accents, Mikoto's with the style of her homeland, and Haruhime's with fox-like motifs.
As each of them reached the altar, Bell's heart swelled with love. He couldn't believe that this was his life, that he was about to marry the women he loved so deeply.
The priestess stood before them, her voice echoing through the temple. "Do you, Bell Cranel, take these women to be your wives, to love and cherish for all eternity?"
"I do," Bell said, his voice strong and filled with emotion.
"And do you, Hestia, Lili, Ryuu, Freya, Syr, Mikoto, and Haruhime, take Bell Cranel to be your husband?"
In unison, they all responded, their voices filled with love. "We do."
With that, the priestess smiled and raised her hands. "Then, by the power vested in me, I pronounce you husband and wives."
The crowd erupted into cheers as Bell kissed each of his wives, one after the other, their love radiating throughout the city. It was a day of joy, celebration, and the beginning of a new chapter in their lives.
Five years after the grand wedding, the Cranel family had grown in more ways than one. Thanks to the efforts of Bell, the best magic-users, and health experts in Orario, they had found a way for even goddesses to bear children. Hestia and Freya had been the first to announce their pregnancies, and soon after, the other wives followed.
Now, Bell was the proud father of several children, each one unique in their own way. Hestia's son, Fuego, had inherited his mother's fiery spirit and Bell's drive for adventure. Lili's twin daughters, Alya and Lina, were clever and quick, always playing pranks on their father. Ryuu's son, Sylas, was calm and thoughtful, much like his mother. Freya and Syr's daughter, Lumi, was the most beautiful child Bell had ever seen, and Mikoto's son, Takumi, was already a budding swordsman. Haruhime's daughter, Sakura, had a kind and gentle nature, much like her mother.
At the age of twelve, each of the children had already reached Level 3, and some were on the verge of reaching Level 4. They trained with their parents, learning the ways of adventuring, combat, and magic. The legacy of Bell Cranel was alive and thriving in each of them.
Even with a family he adored, Bell knew there was one last thing he had to do to secure his place in history: defeat and clear the dungeon. It was a challenge that had haunted adventurers for centuries, and Bell felt that it was his destiny to accomplish it.
Gathering his wives and closest companions, Bell set out on one final adventure. As they descended into the depths of the dungeon, they faced unimaginable dangers, but with their strength, love, and unity, they overcame every obstacle.
At the entrance of the dungeon, Bell stood at the precipice of his greatest challenge yet. He looked back at his wives—his family—and smiled. No matter what happened, he knew that they would always be with him, in his heart and in the legacy they had built together.
And with that, Bell Cranel, the King of Heroes, took the first steps into the unknown, ready to carve his name into the annals of history forever.