The Moonlight Swordsman



Sherlyn led the way through the crowd, and Aizel, Vespara, and Alora followed closely behind.

Their path led them to where Irene and Jake stood, graciously greeting their guests. As soon as an opportune moment presented itself, Sherlyn skillfully whisked them away, eager to let them meet the radiant bride and groom.

"Congratulation Irene!" Shelly quickly gave a hug to Irene.

"Thank you so much, Shelly. I am glad you came."

"Congratulations, Irene and Luke," Aizel said, shaking hands with Luke.

"It's good to see you again, Aizel. Irene was worried about you when she visited your apartment and didn't find you," Luke replied.

"I am sorry, Irene, I was out on a trip. I should have texted you at least, no excuse," Aizel said.

"It's all right, Aizel. I am happy you came to my wedding," She replied with a smile.

"Yoooo, isn't that Aizel?"

"Long time no see Mr. Perfectionist,"

In a sudden turn of events, a group of people walked toward them. 

"It's good to meet you guys again," Aizel replied.

"We miss you in the office, man. When you worked with us, our small tasks and routines were so easy to take care off..

"Yup, you are right. Aizel never rejected anyone, even though he didn't talk much."

[Fuckers....]

Calm down, Sekki. These kids ain't worth our time."

"I miss you guys too," Aizel replied with a smile.

"And who is this kid?" One of the ladies asked.

Shelly's eyes went wide with fear and shock when she heard that. She slowly turned her gaze towards Alora, whose face was filled with disgust.

Her forehead flushed with anger, veins pulsating beneath her skin. In that tense moment, Aizel swiftly drew her closer and said, "She is my cousin."

"We didn't know you had a relative."

"Well, see you again, kid." They said their goodbyes and then left.

"Sorry, Aizel, I hop..

"It's okay, Irene. So where have you guys planned to go on your honeymoon?" He asked.

A faint blush crept onto their cheeks as Luke and Irene exchanged glances, their faces tinged with a hint of rosy hue upon hearing Aizel's words.

"Honestly, we haven't decided yet," Luke replied.

"Hehe," Aizle giggled a little.

"You have changed so much, Aizel. I hope you stay the same," Irene suddenly said.

"Thank you for always helping me, Irene. I am happy for you," he replied.

"Now we won't take your time longer and let you guys attend to the other guest."

Irene and Luke nodded.

Just as they were leaving, Aizel pulled Luke a little closer and whispered.

"If you ever hurt her or let a single drop of tear fall from her eyes... forget about heaven; I won't even let you go to hell and will torture you for the rest of your life," He whispered in his ears.

A shiver went down his spine when Luke heard that. Beads of sweat started to appear on his forehead, and his surroundings started to blur.

With a smile, Aizel released his grip on Luke and gracefully made his way through the crowd. 

"What did he say?" Irene asked.

"Huh... Luke quickly swiped the sweat from his handkerchief and then said, " He was just suggesting... he... he was just suggesting me some good places for the honeymoon. 

"That's all, haha... He is a nice guy; I like him."

"Yes, he is. I hope he can find someone in his life," Irene whispered.

*****

Under a night sky full of stars, the three of them found themselves back in Aizel's apartment.

"It's good to be back. We will head back tomorrow. I just want to sleep here," Shelly said.

Having shed their formal attire, the trio slipped into more comfortable clothing before returning to the cozy hall. 

Settling onto the plush couch, they embraced the relaxing ambiance of the room. Alora swiftly took charge and switched on the television. 

"Oye Alora, quickly switch to the esports channel," Aizel said.

Alora nodded and switched the channel to esports.

"If you are still new to this, then you are missing a lot, my friends.

"This new game has already taken over the world in storm. It has already broken all the sales, my friends..

"Even the celebrities have started their accounts for the VR game called "GodSlayer" and have been streaming on various platforms, my friends..

*Tsk*

"This guy is pissing me off with all the friend things," Aizel said.

"Aizel, do you know why you kept that name?" Alora asked.

"Na... the other me didn't tell me anything about it."

"It seems inevitable now. I can already foresee what you have planned," She said.

"What is it?" Aizel asked. 

Even Shelly's ears perked up to listen.

"Right now you are..

"FUCK YOU!!!

"FUCK YOU... THIS... I SWEAR I WILL BEAT THE SHIT OUT OF YOU IF YOU SAID THIS AGAIN.."

Aizel yelled in a pissed voice.

"Woah woah... calm down, Aizel. This is not the way to talk," Shelly said.

*tsk*

"I lost it.. that guy was right. I need to do more meditation. I hate the old me.

"I am sorry, Alora."

"It's okay; I already expected you to go mad. But you should focus on healing your core for now.

"If you are not strong, it won't even matter if you know the whole thing," Alora replied.

"You are right,"

"I am going to sleep; you both have fun."

*****

In Whiskerkin Land,

In the big hall, the queen paced back and forth, with an air of restlessness. 

"Are you sure it's him, Rayla?"

"Yes, my queen."

"Damn it, he is going to kill me when he remembers everything. 

"I think he will not, my queen. What he needs most are allies," Rayla suggested.

"Do you think he will need anyone when he is back like he used to be? Don't daydream little girl; it took every single one of them to put him in this situation. 

"You don't know the horrors of that day."

"But he is kind of different. My lord doesn't have the same attitude and ego as he used to have. 

"Even he loves some orphan kids and a simple woman who has recently become a Grade II Mage."

"WHAT! Impossible, don't joke with me with Rayla."

"I am serious."

"Impossible.. there is no way he can fall in love. He doesn't even know the meaning of love.

"He is the last man I can even imagine. And now you are telling me he cares for some stray orphans and a low-grade human.

"It seems I need to find a way to go with the council for the tournament."