Chapter 3: Freedom

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As the light covered the three again, they were back in the almost empty Opera Epiclesis. Only people remaining in the court were Navia, Chlorinde and some gardes. As soon as Neuvilette got there he flew up to the top of the opera to fulfil the task that he had been given. Aside from Furina's soft sobs there was silence. A deafening one.

As traveler knelt beside Furina, who was still seated on her throne, her tears still flowing. "Furina," traveler began, "I know it's incredibly hard for you right now. But don't worry we all are here for you. Me, Navia, Chlorinde and Neuvilette we all will be here to help you."

"It's all over.... isn't it Traveler... " suddenly a bright light shone across the opera house as a vision, a gift from the gods descended upon Furina's soft hands, it was a hydro vision, and she heard the words "Take this as a final parting gift my dear Furina, I believe that is the least you deserve for saving Fontaine" 

As Neuvilette descended after completing his task, soft sounds of rain could be heard outside. He began walking towards Furina, "Lady Furina, I think you should rest for a bit, let me escort you to Palais Mermonia." he requested in a calm yet somber voice.

As Furina looked up to see Neuvilette, her eyes swollen from crying, which reflected her deep sorrow and exhaustion, after being a false god for 500 years and losing her only friend who was with her for that time, her mirror self. " Monsieur Neuvilette I..... I am tired.... I don't want to return to the Palais.... it holds too many memories of.... her" Furina declared in a somber voice all the dramatic flair that once described her gone from her voice.

"B-but Lady Furi-" Neuvilette was cut off by Furina as she managed to stand up from her throne, her legs still weak from the exhaustion. "And please refrain from calling me as 'Lady Furina' I am not the Hydro Archon anymore, right?" she said as she tried to curl up a fake smile but failed because of the shear exhaustion, "Call me 'Miss Furina' instead."

Neuvilette sighed at Furina's answer, "Very well then MIss Furina.... You still need a place to rest.... I volunteer to provide you with an estate in the court of Fontaine" 

"There is no such need Monsieur Neuvilette, I have some mora saved up to buy an estate myself...." Furina replied as she held onto her vision tightly. Neuvilette clenched his fists at her answer.

Having just briefed about the situation by the traveler Navia steps in, "But Miss Furina after all that you did for Fontaine, did you think we will just leave you to rot just like that.... please do not make us feel more guilty from not letting us do at least that for you" she says as tear escaped her eyes.

Furina, overwhelmed by the emotions and the support from her friends, looked at Navia with softened eyes. The weight of everything that had happened seemed to press down on her, making her feel even more exhausted.

"I... I don't know what to say," Furina whispered, clutching her vision tightly. "I've never felt so lost and so... alone."

Neuvilette, standing tall but visibly moved, spoke with conviction. "Miss Furina, you have always been strong, but even the strongest need support. Let us help you. Allow us to honor Focalors's memory by supporting you as you find your own path."

Traveler nodded, adding softly, "You are not alone, Furina. We are all here for you, not just because you were our leader, but because you are our friend."

Furina's eyes welled up with fresh tears, but this time they were tears of gratitude. She took a deep breath, trying to steady herself. "Thank you, all of you. I will accept your help... I need it more than ever."

-----Time Skip to 3 days later-----

Furina's POV:

'It has been 3 days huh....' I thought as I looked into the mirror of my new estate, only to see my own reflection stare at me. It reminded me that she really is dead. 

I moved in this house just two days ago with help of some people from the Spina de Rosula. they were relatively quick it only took them 3 hours to move everything.... well, there wasn't much to be moved anyway just some clothes and cutlery. 

Everyone is busy with their own works. Neuvilette has a session in court. The trials are beginning rather quickly after Fontaine almost got flooded. Navia is busy with the repairs and Chlorinde is helping keep the peace up. It has been chaotic; I even heard some gunshots yesterday. Then I moved from my mirror to the bed and laid down. I am still in my night suit. I checked the clock it said 11:30. I chucked, 'Have I gotten lazier after the whole ordeal or is this what they call freedom'

Speaking of yesterday, Traveler paid me a visit yesterday; however, I didn't open the door I don't know why.... maybe I was scared. She got me that sixteen piece limited edition cake, a whole 6 pieces of it. It was quite rude of me to do it. I should have answered the door, we could have enjoyed it together. I will apologize to her if she ever visits again. 

I gazed at the 'gift' that mirror that mirror-me left me with a hydro vision, I wonder how you use it.

Suddenly someone knocked on the door, I quickly got changed into a dark blue shirt and black shorts. I fixed my hair, well tried to at least. I panicked and tripped on my own leg falling on the floor face first. 

"Are you ok in there Miss Furina, I just heard a loud thud?" It was Navia, maybe she got some free time after all. I then nervously approached the door and opened it not trying to make the mistake I did yesterday. 

"I am sorry Miss Navia, it was just me being as clumsy as always." I said as I chucked trying to make a joke as I rubbed my forehead from the pain.

She chucked, "No need for the formalities Miss Furina, just call me Navia. Anyways I would like to invite you to a tea party. It will be just me, you and some of my friends."

I thought about the tea party, 'Maybe it is about I time start to socialize....' I sighed and answered, "I accept your invitation Navia.... when will be the tea party"

"It will be tomoorow don't forget to bring some desersts of your own we will bring ours too. Ta-ta" She then turned around and started to walk off. Just as I was about to close the door she turned around waring her shades. With a smirk on her face she said, "And yes, you will the host so keep your new house clean and ready."

I was completely dumbfounded when I realized the situation she put me in, she had already disappeared in the distance. 'Ohh Fuck what have I gotten myself into'


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