Ch. 6 A human heart

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*To the ten commandments*

(Y/n)'s POV.

I was brought outside by Zeldris to check on everyone. When I stepped outdoors, I saw that the area around us was excessively neat and free of any greenery. When Zeldris' allies responded to his summons, they appeared in front of me. They attempted to frighten me, but they failed since I wasn't terrified of them. Estarossa was then noticeable in the back. When I approached him, I pretended to embrace him but instead merely shook his hand and said, "Estarossa, it's been a while since I last saw you." /Estarossa looked taken aback for a moment, but quickly regained his composure. He smiled and replied, "Indeed, it has been a while. You haven't changed a bit, my friend." I could sense a hint of bitterness in his voice, but I chose to ignore it. As we engaged in small talk, I couldn't help but notice the darkness lingering within his eyes, a stark contrast to the joyful nature he used to possess. It was clear that something had changed in him, and I was determined to find out what it was. 

Estarossa muttered, "It's been a while?...Zeldris. You didn't tell her?" He said, "Oh, I forgot to tell..." I've been curious about what they were talking about, and Estarossa finally said, "Look, it's been over 3000 years." Zeldris looked at Estarossa with a mix of surprise and guilt. "I didn't think she needed to know," he admitted sheepishly. Estarossa's revelation left me dumbfounded, trying to comprehend the immense span of time he was referring to. It became evident that there was a hidden history between them, a story that had remained untold for centuries, and now it piqued my curiosity even more.

I burst out, "What! It's been 3000 years, but why didn't Zeldris grow up?" While pointing at Zeldris, I wanted to laugh, but then Zeldris was beside me, so I remained quiet, and he said, "(y/n) I've been cursed for not growing up." I said, "Oh, but then I realized that your cute in that size." I teased him more, and Estarossa interrupted us, saying, "(y/n) its time for you to introduce yourself to the others." I turned to Estarossa and nodded, acknowledging his request. As I walked towards the group, I couldn't help but steal another glance at Zeldris, who was still stuck in his small form. Despite his predicament, he seemed to wear a mischievous smile, as if he had accepted his fate with a sense of humor. I couldn't help but feel a sense of admiration for him, and I knew that together, we would face whatever challenges awaited us.

So I began by introducing myself to them: "I am (y/n) the childhood friend of Zeldris and Estarossa," and then everyone began to introduce themselves to me. Then I proceeded to the edge of our lair, where I spotted Galand laying on the ground, beaten by someone powerful. When I showed up in front of him, he was surprised to see me, so I used some of my strength to heal Galand, and he is now entirely healed. Galand, grateful for my help, thanked me profusely and expressed his admiration for my strength. Word of my healing abilities spread quickly among the group, and soon I found myself being sought out by others who needed assistance. I realized that my powers could be a valuable asset to our team, and I decided to dedicate myself to helping my friends and allies whenever I could.

"By the way, who did this to you?" I asked, and he responded, "It was... Meliodas, the captain of seven deadly sins." I asked him, "Meliodas? I don't know him, but I'm glad that you told me his name. You should just control your excitement because your power doesn't regain at all; don't just show off." He responded, "Ok, stop your lectures." I couldn't help but feel concerned for my friend's well-being. The mention of the captain of the seven deadly sins sounded ominous, and I wondered what kind of person Meliodas must be. As my friend brushed off my cautionary words, I silently made a mental note to dig deeper into this Meliodas character to better understand the situation at hand. Little did I know that this encounter would lead me down a path of unimaginable adventures and discoveries.

I paused my lecture on Galand since he's a terrible jerk, and then I touched the ground, which transformed into grassland with flowers. I return my gaze to them. The others are taken aback. Then Gloxinia asks, "Are you a mage?" I respond, "No, I'm not a mage; I just don't know what kind of power I have," and everyone looks puzzled. /I try to explain that I have always had this strange ability to manipulate my surroundings, but I never fully understood it. The grass beneath my feet continues to grow and flourish as I focus on it, showcasing my newfound powers. The group exchanges bewildered glances, unsure of what to make of my unique gift. As I continue to explore my abilities, I can't help but wonder if this newfound power will lead me down a path I never could have imagined. 

It was already noon, when I glanced around, so I invited Zeldris to join me for a walk. He merely nodded, and we were off to the forest. I broke the silence as we walked in. "Zeldris, so it's already been 3000 years,but then I don't feel that a thousand years have passed because I just barely woke up," he stated. "Then what is the lasting memory you remember?"

"The clash between the demon clan and the goddess clan, the destruction and chaos that ensued, it's a memory that still haunts me, I was there only to protect you from being sealed by the goddesses but I failed because there were too many of them and I was also tired at the time that I couldn't keep up my strength with them, that's the last thing I can remember happened to me then I just wake up, it seems that kind of situation was only yesterday but it's not since 3000 years had passed. /The world has changed so much since then, yet the pain and guilt I carry from that fateful day still lingers. The once vibrant landscapes are now desolate and filled with remnants of the battle. The demon clan, once feared and respected, has been reduced to mere whispers in the wind. As I walk through the ruins, memories flood back, reminding me of the lives lost and the price we paid for our futile attempt to protect you. Time may have passed, but the scars of that ancient war will forever remain etched in my soul.

"This kind of life, huh? Well, now I would be the next Demon King." He laughed. "Demon King? You've never said that. Since then, we've been friends, but you've kept this from me," I complained while pouting. Everything went on in silence. I was just thinking of what he said—that he'd be the next demon king. I just couldn't accept it, so I broke the silence again, exclaiming, "Nature is the best!" and continuing, "So Zeldris, about what Galand is saying, who is Meliodas?" 

Zeldris was stuttering as he answered my inquiry, "H-huh. Meliodas is the backstabbing soldier to us." I asked him why, and he said, "It's a long tale." We're in the midst of the forest now. I was mesmerized by the beautiful lake. I looked around. Someone is seated beneath the tree. He has pink hair now that we are getting closer. He appears to be napping. I asked Zeldris, "Zeldris, do you know this guy?" after hearing him respond, "Tssk." 

He said, "Yeah, he's Gowther, one of the seven deadly sins. Hahaha, I can't wait to kill him. His guard is down." I exclaimed, "Zeldris! Don't think about that. You're only a coward for attacking him while his guard is down." He appears to be stunned because of Zeldris.

 I told him, "Don't be afraid; I'm here. No one can slaughter you, because if they do, I'll stop Zeldris from doing it." He said, "Okay." I looked deeply into his eyes and said, "Gowther, your a doll, you don't have a heart of human. Who's this mage that created you? It seems that you've been around millennia." He replied, "The great mage long ago. Then would you give me a heart of human?" I hesitated for a moment, pondering Gowther's request. Giving him the heart of a human would mean granting him emotions and all the complexities that came with them. But seeing the sincerity in his eyes, I nodded and replied, "If it's what you truly desire, Gowther, then I will do everything in my power to find a way to give you the heart of a human." And with that, a new journey began in his life.

Zeldris POV

I was standing next to (y/n), and she assisted Gowther in developing a human heart. She's only being helpful, so she told him to close his eyes, so (y/n) released her power, and I trembled again. I knew Gowther felt the same way. Now (y/n) placed her hand on his chest and whispered something, so after a second

(Y/n) kept her strength so that we couldn't feel her incredible power, and she whispered to Gowther, "Now open your eyes, Gowther, feel the beat of the human heart." He opened his eyes, then tears fell, she brushed them away, and he replied, "Thank you very much. "I've always longing for a heart to feel emotions that others feel and also for having feelings because I can't understand the others and they can't understand me; it feels like it's not a place for me to stay."

AUTHOR'S POV

(Y/n) smiled gently at Gowther, understanding his longing for a heart. She knew all too well the isolation that came with being different from others. With a tender touch, she placed her hand on his chest, right above where his heart should be. "You may not have a physical heart, Gowther, but you have something even more powerful," she whispered. "You have the ability to understand and empathize with others on a level that no one else can. You have a heart of compassion." And in that moment, Gowther felt a warmth spread through his being, a newfound sense of belonging.

 Zeldris Pov

(Y/n) stated to Gowther, "Your welcome, I'm glad that I've helped you. For now, you have to free yourself." I said, "Now (y/n), let's go back" while dragging her, and Gowther stopped me and said, "Wait, Zeldris, and (y/n)... If I'm not mistaken, umm, I want to repay you for helping me. How about dinner in our place?" I said excitedly, " (Y/N) remarked, "Gowther, I'm really happy because I haven't eaten anything yet, so please lead the way," to which he replied, "Okay, follow me," as we walked west.

(Y/n)'s Pov

As we walked towards their hideout, I couldn't help but wonder what kind of dinner awaited us. The thought of enjoying a meal with the Seven Deadly Sins made me feel both exhilarated and apprehensive. However, I was determined to make the most of this opportunity and find out more about these mysterious individuals. As we reached their hideout, a sense of anticipation filled the air, and I couldn't wait to see what awaited us inside.


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