PARALLEL MEMORY

"Nevertheless, The Authority has decided to accept their request and send our young geniuses. I hope that the three of you will also join the others who are going."

The Pope said.

If The Authority has already decided then Zero was sure that they would send Hiro who is their most talented person. And with him would be Zion, Slyvia and Lisa.

Amelia and Mia exchanged looks and knew what the other was thinking. They nodded to each other.

"I accept their request." Amelia declared with a determined expression. "If there's a chance to enhance my abilities and help humanity in the process, I can't let it slip away."

Mia smiled warmly at Amelia's decision. She knew her friend well and understood Amelia's desire to grow stronger and help others.

"I'm with you, Amelia," Mia said, placing a reassuring hand on her shoulder.

"We'll face whatever comes our way together."

Their relationship only grew stronger because of the incident at the Gate.

The Pope happily nodded at their decision. Although he and others lacked information about Luminary Spring and were skeptical, they couldn't miss on the opportunity of strengthening the next generation.

The Pope 's gaze fell upon Zero who was still pondering. Mia and Amelia also looked at Zero and hoped that he could come along.

Although somewhere along their heart, two of them felt that there was no need for Zero to go as his potential already seemed to be on the level of a monster.

Zero was trying to remember the novel and the future events. However, there was not much information even from the novel about the Elven nation and their objectives.

They couldn't be called enemies but they were no allies either.

However, it seemed that every important character was going to go. Then there was no need for him to think much.

"I will go as well," Zero said.

The Pope warmly smiled at Zero's choice. "I'm glad to hear that," he said.

"The gathering place will be at Etheron two weeks from now. The Authority has decided that the chosen people will gather at the Gate of Etheron in two weeks." the Pope informed them.

The message had arrived at their locations one month before, and after two weeks of discussion, The Authority and other organizations agreed to the Elves' request.

They had one month to gather, but as the three of them were trapped in the Gate, they were unaware of the time left.

Now, only two weeks remained before they needed to leave for Etheron City.

The Pope continued to explain the detailed plan and who would escort the geniuses to Elven Domain.

After their conversation, the three of them shared a meal and went to bed. They had many things to ponder, but first, they needed rest.

Many things have happened and they were tired after having battled Ifrit and having to talk about being sent to Elven Domain.

They slept soundly, grateful for the soft bed and great meal, a luxury compared to their time in the Gate. Moreover, they didn't need to be alert, as they were protected by Holy Knights.

******

The next day, Zero woke up feeling refreshed. Although he had no problem in the Gate because he was already used to such an environment, he must say, nothing beats sleeping peacefully on a soft bed.

He went to take a bath, and when he came back, his breakfast was ready for him.

After having a hearty breakfast, Zero decided to go to the library and check some information about the Elves.

And it seems he was not the only one who thought about that. Mia and Amelia were already there with mountains of books in front of them.

Other people were also helping them search for relevant books and information.

As Zero approached, they greeted him warmly.

"Good morning, Zero!" Amelia said, smiling brightly.

Zero returned the smile, "Good morning! Did you sleep well!"

"Much better than sleeping with a monster!"

Amelia answered jokingly.

He sat down and asked, "Did you find anything about Luminary Spring?"

"It is the same as the Pope told us. There doesn't seem to be much information about the Elven domain in general."

Mia said. She and Amelia along with 5 more people had already been reading the books for more than one hour and all they found was information similar to the Pope.

Zero thought that he could gain new knowledge from here but it seems that there was not much information about Elves just like in the novel.

"So when are we going to depart?"

Zero asked.

"In a week."

Amelia answered.

"Hmmm… "

Zero thought for a second before saying, "I would like to go home before going to Etheron City."

It seems that another journey is inevitable but he wanted to go and visit his parents, which he hasn't seen for so long.

And he was also worried about them although he got information from NightShade Guild that they were safe and well.

Mia looked at Zero and knew about his circumstances. She knew that Zero had not told his parents about him returning.

"Well, we still have two weeks. You can spend one week with your family and come back."

Mia said.

Amelia also has no problem though there seems to be envy in her eyes.

Amelia has not seen her parents since she was 7 years old. It could be said that her parents have sold her to Church and although it was not bad considering that she is a Saintess.

Mia, on the other hand, didn't share the family bond as Zero did with his parents. Although she had a mother and a father, they never treated her as their family.

And it was not their fault either. Because of their family Art, their emotions also grew cold and they hardly experienced emotions like normal people.

And that's why, even though they were parent and child, their conversation and feelings were like that of Guildmaster and guild member.

That's why Mia and Amelia didn't want to go visit their parents like Zero and were focused on gathering some information.

After talking with the Pope, Zero flew towards his hometown. 𝚋𝚎ｄ𝚗ｏｖ𝚎𝚕．ｃｏ𝚖

With his Flying skill, it would take Zero only one day to reach his home. Although it could be shortened if he could fly indefinitely, he didn't have mana capacity to sustain such high consumption.

He would use FrostWings for a few minutes and when his mana capacity was left with 40 %, he would deactivate and run.

The reason for leaving 40 % mana was because you would never know what one would encounter in their journey.

Although he was traveling in a fairly safe area where only Rank-D and E monsters appear, there is always a chance of encountering high ranking monsters.

Fortunately, it seems that he was very lucky that day as he encountered only a few Rank-E monsters who escaped after detecting his mana aura.

Soon he reached Star City. It had been years since he was there.

He stopped using his FrostWings as it might attract unwanted attention. He decided to walk and entered after having his identity verified.

He walked towards his house and he could see all the places that he used to hangout.

There are some changes to the place but it still looked similar to what he remembers. The playground where he used to play, the aquarium that he used to visit and the Cinema hall were all the same.

Soon he reached his house which remained the same.

Even with all the money that he has given to his parents, they seem to have kept their house the same.

Zero stood before the door and was about to knock but stopped.

"What should I say to them?"

Zero muttered to himself.

He has without their consent left them for 2 and half years. He didn't leave any information. It wouldn't be a surprise if they already considered him dead.

And even when returned from Tower Of Obelisk, he didn't inform or call them.

Not to mention that, he will leave again in about one week. And he might be gone for more than two months.

It would be a miracle if his parents didn't do anything to him.

He knows that he has made his parents worried and will make them worry again when he leaves.

( Should I just leave? )

Zero thought to himself. After thinking a bit, it seemed that he had become somewhat of a coward.

He didn't know what to say and how to explain his situation. Moreover, he was going to leave again. If his parents stopped him, he knew that he wouldn't be able to leave.

He stepped back and thought about leaving without meeting them as he feared what they would say to him.

*THUG!

"Zero?"

However, he already lost the chance as he heard a familiar sounding voice from behind. It was the first voice that he heard when he was born and there was no way he was going to be mistaken.

"Mom!"