"Wow, Kael, you've really become a monster and a handsome one at that," Lyra said as she approached him. Kael wondered what she meant by that. he shot her a questioning glance "Oh, you still don't know much. Um, your aura speaks volumes about your strength."This sudden revelation surprised Kael, as he thought he had already suppressed his aura. he concentrated, and a few seconds later, the menacing aura was gone. "Come in, Kael, there's much we need to talk about." Kael didn't move. "The last time I walked into a house with you, it didn't go well, so why do you think I'll just come in?" She looked at Kael, feeling guilty for what she did, but the feeling dissipated as she thought that she did him a favour by making him stronger. "It couldn't have been that bad, I'm sure my aunt let you train all by yourself. She's not one to bother herself with such things." That statement from Lyra stupefied Kael. A thought crossed his mind as he remembered the inhumane training he had gone through with Elara. He slightly shivered as he tried to push the thoughts away. "You're much stronger now, so enjoy it." Kael looked disappointed and spoke up, "I'm not strong yet compared to Elara, and I can bet she's not among the strongest of the Eclipsed." Just as Kael stopped talking, Lyra burst out laughing. The maids around her also looked surprised at the fact that Kael said that Elara was not among the strongest eclipsed, but Kael didn't know why Lyra was laughing, and this annoyed him"Follow me, Kael, we're wasting time out here." Kael hesitated for a moment, a mix of curiosity and apprehension swirling within him. He knew Lyra wasn't someone to be trifled with, and the fact that she was leading him somewhere suggested something important was about to unfold. Taking a deep breath, he finally nodded, a small amount of determination hardening his features. "Alright," he said, his voice low but resolute. "Lead the way." He then followed her, his senses on high alert, ready for whatever awaited them.She led him into a large room where she sat down and told him to take a seat opposite her. With a slight chuckle, Lyra spoke up, "So you said you don't think Elara is among the strongest eclipsed, right?" "Well, I don't know much, but I don't think someone extremely powerful would have six months to train me full-time." This made sense to Lyra as the most powerful warriors among the eclipsed were busy managing their various domains. She had a big grin on her face. "Can you go head on with my aunt?" "Yeah, when she's at half her strength, maybe," Kael replied, a hint of challenge in his tone. Lyra raised an eyebrow, intrigued by his cautious optimism. "So, you're not entirely confident?" she asked, a playful glint in her eyes. Kael shrugged, "She's incredibly powerful, even weakened. But I've been training hard, and I'm not afraid to try." He stood up, his eyes gleaming with newfound resolve. "Let's just say I've been preparing for this moment.""I don't want to test your strength. I'm having the feeling that you'd crush me.""Aren't you stronger than your aunt?""That woman is no ordinary woman; let's say she's the strongest female eclipsed.""You're joking, right?""I wish I were, but it's the truth, and you can face her at half her strength. My mom will freak out."Kael didn't know what he should say. He had been sharing the same bed and other amenities as the strongest female, eclipsed for six months, and it felt weird"Why didn't she tell me?""How should I know?""I need to get back home, and how are my parents doing?"She didn't respond, but the mischievous grin on her face was enough to tell him she did something dumb"They're doing well. I managed to convince them that you went on an adventure. That's all." Lyra added with a playful tone, a mischievous glint in her eyes. Kael frowned, a sense of unease washing over him. He couldn't shake the feeling that something was amiss, that Lyra was deliberately withholding information. The fabricated "adventure" only deepened his suspicion, fueling his determination to uncover the truth behind his sudden disappearance and the strange circumstances surrounding his time with Elara. "An adventure? What kind of adventure?" he pressed, his voice laced with a mix of curiosity and suspicion."Don't be so alarmed, Kael. Just take it easy, let's see my mom, then you can go home."They stood up and left the parlor, and she led him to the backyard, where a woman with an exquisite figure was sunbathing. The woman looked up, her eyes widening in surprise as she recognized Lyra and the young man who accompanied her. A warm smile graced her lips, and she gestured for them to approach, her presence radiating an aura of regal composure and maternal warmth. "Lyra, my dear, who is this?" she inquired, her voice a melodious blend of curiosity and affection. Lyra stepped forward, a hint of nervousness in her expression, and introduced Kael. "Mom, this is Kael. Kael, this is my mother, Seraphina." A gentle curiosity twinkled in Seraphina's eyes as she took in Kael, a silent assessment passing over her features. "It's nice to meet you, Kael," Seraphina said warmly, extending a hand in greeting.Kael respectfully moved forward to shake her hand, but she pulled him forward, which caused Kael's head to land on her exposed thighs. She whispered in his ear, "Kael, what do you think of me?" Kael was momentarily shocked, but since this was Elara's sister, he understood that this behavior ran in the family. "Lady Seraphina, I'm pleased to meet you, and I think you're quite lovely, and now I can see where Lyras' beauty came from," Kael said those words in a deep, majestic tone, which made Lyra's face turn red. Those words made Seraphina smile, approving of the young man. "Wow, you philanderer. Consider House Veyra at your service." To Kael, he didn't understand the weight of such a privilege; if it were anyone else, this would have changed their lives, setting them for life. Having the money and influence of Seraphina and the strength of Elara, House Veyra was a powerhouse. It was among the three major eclipsed houses. These houses were only subordinate to the royal family. But Kael just shrugged it off like it was another ordinary favour
