A bright flash of light and a boom of power blast through the room. All the Valtrues in the room hit their knee as Derivius strolls forward. A low whistle leaves his lips as he glances down at Harriseen’s body.
“Found the cause of why the results quit showing up.”
“Derivius.” We, as in my Valtrue and all the Chancellors bow our heads.
Too many people around right now to act toward him as we usually would.
“Who cares to explain?”
“I will, sir.”
Ellian bows again as he makes his way to Derivius. He hands him not only the parchment that came from the Chancellor’s Choosing, but what I pulled out from my testing as he explains everything that happened.
“Interesting,” Derivius hums.
He attempts to look stern, but he most certainly just winked at me.
“You know killing a Domain God isn’t covered in the Law of Doppia Disaccord, right?”
“I’m aware. It is covered in the Laws of Neglectful Use of Status and Power. Especially when an unjust murder is committed first.”
“Can you prove that indisputably?”
“Yes.”
“You’ll have to, son.”
“Well, I believe this goes without saying, but the Power Worthiness Test will be concluded today as of now. You all may return to your homes. High Chancellor Akova, you shall come with me.
“Rising Chancellor, given your abilities listed, I declare with reasonable belief that you acted in good faith. I’m granting you an hour to gather your preliminary proof, then proceed to a temporary lockdown in your home. I’ll be in touch soon.”
Derivius holds his arm out for Ellian to take, and we bow as they, plus Harriseen’s body, starshoot away.
My Valtrue, Yemi, and I stay surrounding the Volreen as all the others exit the room, murmuring amongst themselves. No one speaks even after we know for sure that we’re the only ones in here.
“Kyzen, if you would, I need you to come with me to gather proof against Harriseen. The rest of you escort Yemi home, then go home, please. I have a lot to share with you.”
“You bet your fucking ass you do,” Creed grunts as he stomps away, not sparing me a glance.
Yemi gives me a tight smile and nod as she follows behind him.
Thayla lays her hand on my chest and stares into my eyes for an intense moment. My lids drift shut when she pushes up on her toes and kisses my cheek.
“See you at home, Candyman.”
“I’m both pissed at and proud of you,” Riven says as he punches me in the arm and runs after the others. I stay staring at the door even after they’re long gone.
“Come on and let’s get this over with. You’ve got a fucking realm of explaining to do today, Amick.”
Yes. I’m aware.
Thayla
39
It’s been five minutes since we’ve been home, but it feels like five hours.
The energy in the house is suffocating, and I want to scream into the void until something breaks to pieces.
