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"Oh, right, when are you planning to see that goddess?"
Asher turned to Odin and asked after watching Merlin transform into petals and disappear from his sight. He wasn't worried about Merlin holding a grudge or anything. If Merlin didn't want to leave, Odin probably couldn't completely drive him away. Clearly, Merlin had merely realized that Asher wanted to speak privately with Odin, which was why he left.
Of course, it wasn't because Merlin understood how to read the atmosphere; it was just that Merlin himself knew that staying there would only earn him disdain from both Asher and Odin. Rather than that, he might as well become Magical ? Merlin and go find someone else to comfort himself.
"Once your troubles are dealt with," Odin said with a smile. "Then you and she can come see me. She'll tell you how to enter the dream."
"Forget it, me going with her... I'd just be mercilessly despised," Asher said, waving his hand. His mind even conjured up what Skadi would say: Huh? You're coming with me to see Odin too? Do you like eavesdropping on other people's conversations that much? Or do you like me, so you want to cling to me?
Odin gave Asher a teasing look. "That's not necessarily true."
Asher felt a bit helpless. Why did it sound like he and Skadi could still develop some kind of relationship? After all, she was a goddess, and a rather arrogant one at that.
If it weren't for seeing Odin this time, Skadi would probably, like the Lady of the Lake, choose to watch the show from the sidelines when it came to the matter of choosing a queen.
As soon as he thought of this, a scene appeared in Asher's mind. The day after tomorrow, as soon as the meeting ended and Skadi entered the conference room, she would first declare her status as a goddess, and then genuinely propose to him. Asher would simply wave his hand, saying regretfully, "I'm sorry, but I'm currently devoted to my country and people and have no mind for romance.
Please do not mention this matter again," or similar heartfelt words. At this point, it would be best if one or two lords nearby sighed in admiration, moved by the King's selflessness, and then each took their daughters home, no longer coveting the position of queen. This was the perfect ending.
"What do you think of that child?" Odin suddenly asked.
"Which child?" Asher froze, then thought carefully, feeling like he had asked a foolish question. Odin was undoubtedly referring to Skadi.
"She's a very good child, though it would be even better if she could follow her heart more," Asher commented in a very mature tone. Odin's eyebrows relaxed, and he smiled, saying, "I think so too. She needs to be more honest, but so do you."
"Me? I'm very honest..." Odin said nothing, just looked at Asher warmly. Asher had no choice but to meet his gaze, then after a moment, he feigned indifference, averted his eyes, and stretched his limbs to ease the awkwardness. Odin's silence at that moment was simply a silent mockery of him!
"I think you two are a good match," Odin suddenly said.
Asher slowly typed out a "?". "You're joking."
"I never joke... and I never misjudge people," Odin smiled, then raised his finger and touched Asher's forehead. "You go back and rest well first."
This is my dream, isn't it? Why am I the one who has to leave first? As Asher thought this, his vision plunged into darkness.
...
Waking up early the next morning, Asher had just opened his eyes when he saw a purple-haired girl sitting at the head of his bed. She saw Asher open his eyes, and the corners of her mouth curved slightly as she said faintly,
"You woke up quite late."
"...Shishou?" Asher called out groggily.
"Look closely, who exactly am I?" Asher rubbed his eyes
and looked again. That proud gaze, as if looking at an insect, the slightly raised snow-white chin, and the staff clutched in her hand. Undoubtedly, this was Skadi. He had thought his Shishou had come to see him early again today. Asher sighed with regret. With what happened yesterday, his Shishou would probably keep a certain distance from him for a while.
"Sighing when you see me, aren't you a bit rude to a goddess?" Skadi said with a frown.
"Sorry, but I just sighed because I remembered something sad; it has nothing to do with you."
"Something sad?" Skadi repeated.
Asher sighed, "It's a long story."
"Then don't say it yet, let's go, come with me to the training ground." Skadi grabbed Asher's wrist.
"Huh?" After a brief?, Asher couldn't help but make a confused sound. Was this goddess too self-willed? He hadn't even finished speaking. Normally, Skadi should be saying comforting words to him with sympathy, shouldn't she? After all, they were allies now.
"What are you still spacing out for? Are you not fully awake yet?" Skadi frowned slightly.
"No... I'm very much awake now."
"Then let's go. Let me see what your magic is like now that you've guided Odin's magic." Skadi said, then without another word, she pulled Asher out of bed, using her elbow to control one of Asher's arms, then dragged him out of the room.
"Wait, at least let me change my clothes!" Is this goddess really not going to listen to anyone?! Asher had no choice but to use his own strength to make Skadi stop, then said testily when she turned around, "If we're going to the training ground, at least wait for me to change. Do you want me to go to the training ground dressed like this?" Skadi looked him up and down, then nodded, "Then go change." After saying that, she finally released his hand.
Asher turned around, speechless, and was about to take off his upper body clothes. When he looked back, he found those red eyes calmly sizing him up.
"Aren't you going to look away?"
"Doesn't matter," Skadi said faintly, "To me, you're just a child." Since she said so, Asher didn't bother to argue further. He turned and took off his clothes, then glanced at Skadi again, only to find that the goddess who had just been so cold now looked flushed and turned her head away. Indeed... her coldness just now was just an act.
Probably trying to maintain her goddess image or something? However, in Asher's heart, the image of a goddess had never been very good. After all, the Goddess of Death he had encountered before was a rather scheming individual... but she was quite nice, though.
After changing, the two walked through the long corridor to the training ground.
"First, show me a rune," Skadi said. Asher followed Skadi's instructions and covered the ground with a layer of frost. This would have been unimaginable in the past, but with the White Dragon's core, and all the guided magic converging within it, Asher could effortlessly turn the entire training ground into a snowfield.
Skadi fell into thought, then continued, "Add a speed-enhancing rune to yourself and show me." After Asher did as instructed, Skadi nodded slightly and said, "Not bad, he really doesn't misjudge people." Asher's movements paused, and for no reason, he remembered what Odin told him last night: I never misjudge people, you are the most suitable person for her.
"What's wrong?" Skadi asked.
"Nothing, nothing, just thinking about something subtle," Asher shook his head and said.
"Oh~ something subtle~" Skadi's eyes narrowed slightly, and she stepped forward, a hint of playfulness flashing in her red eyes. "Tell me quickly."
"Forget it, you'll definitely get angry if I tell you..."
"I won't get angry, tell me," Skadi said.
"Really?" Skadi nodded.
So, Asher spoke Odin's previous words. And then, Skadi, who had just been full of smiles, suddenly fell silent, her head bowed, and faintly, one could even see her seemingly flushed cheeks through her hair.
"Miss Skadi...?" Asher called out tentatively.
"Wh-What a joke! How could that person say such a thing? Even a joke has its limits!" Skadi suddenly looked up, and a chilling aura spread instantly. "I truly misjudged you. You really do have designs on me, don't you?"
Asher immediately waved his hand, "Absolutely not! You kept pestering me to say it, that's why I did! Don't forget what you just promised me!"
"Hmm, I said I wouldn't get angry," Skadi raised her staff, "but I didn't say I couldn't beat you!"
...
Meanwhile, on a tall building next to the training ground, a woman with long, platinum blonde hair stood silently at the top, looking down at the scene below. "Have their relationship suddenly gotten too good?" Morgan muttered to herself, toying with a strand of hair at her forehead, watching Skadi being suppressed by Asher with a backhand.
Morgan's eyes were filled with confusion. That shouldn't be... Could it be that what she did to Skadi before didn't anger her, but instead made Skadi fall for Ash? This is truly strange.
But never mind, it's pointless to care about a goddess full of loser vibes now. There's only one thing to focus on: the queen. Lily will definitely be the ultimate winner!
Morgan le Fay was filled with confidence. She turned around and quickly transformed into a raven, flying away.
On the other side, after a playful skirmish, Asher
released Skadi. The goddess's hair was disheveled, her face flushed, and she was panting, looking aggrieved, as if saying, "I've been humiliated, I'm no longer pure." If Asher hadn't been the one involved, he would have thought someone had done something to Skadi. But in reality, Asher had merely dodged Skadi's attacks very normally earlier, and then, out of impatience, simply pinned her to the ground.
"Sorry... but you should calm down now, right?" Asher asked tentatively. Skadi was breathing lightly, glaring at Asher, and said, "Do you think I'm being unreasonable?!"
Aren't you...? Asher mumbled inwardly.
"There's nothing else to do," he sighed, extending his palm towards Skadi, who was sitting on the ground. "Here, hit
me."
Skadi: "..." Does Asher think he's coaxing a child? Looking at Asher's helpless expression, Skadi's anger grew. She raised her hand and quickly slapped Asher's palm, then immediately covered her own hand. That blow was so painful it almost brought tears to her eyes. After all, every action has an equal and opposite reaction.
"Are you less angry now?" Asher asked cautiously. He would need the goddess's help in two days, so offending her now would be unwise. Skadi remained silent.
"I imagine a gentle, beautiful, generous, and young goddess wouldn't quibble so much with me..." Asher said, extending his hand. Gentle, beautiful, generous, young...
The corners of Skadi's mouth curved slightly, but she quickly composed her face again. She raised her eyes and faintly glanced at Asher, finally extending her hand to grasp his, then letting Asher pull her up from the ground.
When their fingertips touched, she looked up in surprise at the young man before her. There's Odin's aura... This was understandable. After all, Asher had already guided a large amount of Odin's magical power for his own use, so it wasn't surprising that he would have a similar feeling to Odin.
"What's wrong?" Asher's voice suddenly rang out, pulling Skadi back to reality. She glanced at her hand still tightly grasping his, her cheeks suddenly flushing crimson. She immediately withdrew her hand, then lightly coughed, saying as calmly as possible, "Don't do that again."
"Mm, mm, I definitely won't make that mistake again," Asher nodded. After all, he was the one who benefited; it was nothing to concede a little in words.
Skadi averted her gaze and walked directly towards the training ground exit. Seeing Asher follow, she suddenly turned and said, "Don't follow me!" Asher could only stop in his tracks, saying helplessly, "But I need to leave too..."
Skadi ignored Asher and walked straight out of the training ground. Only after confirming that the young man was not following her did she cover her flushed cheeks with both hands.
...
Unconsciously, two days passed, and the day of the meeting quickly arrived. The kings no longer had their previous arrogance. After Vortigern's demise, they decided to sit down and have a good talk. It was time for this divided country to finally merge. The Knights of the Round Table sat on King Arthur's side, while the kings sat on the other.
It was worth noting that Scathach and Uathach also took their seats as observers, Skadi likewise sat quietly, and even Merlin, who usually never participated in political affairs, came to join the fun.
The meeting proceeded smoothly, without any major twists, which allowed Asher, who was currently sitting at the Round Table, to relax a little. It seemed that the results of the past year and the death of Vortigern had truly earned him the recognition of the kings.
Finally, no one was causing trouble! The meeting concluded successfully; further details of the cooperation could be discussed later. Just as Asher announced the end of the meeting, King Leodegrance spoke with a smile, "King Arthur, do you have time after this? I still have some questions about the cooperation you mentioned..."
Before Asher could speak, someone snorted coldly: "It is said that Princess Guinevere is one of Britain's greatest beauties. You brought Princess Guinevere with you this time, King Leodegrance. I believe what you value is not cooperation, but something else." King Leodegrance's smile remained unchanged as he said faintly, "It is up to King Arthur himself to judge.
My daughter simply wished to visit the royal city; she has no other intentions." King Leodegrance's tone suddenly shifted: "Besides, didn't you also bring your daughter? What, does your daughter also want to visit the royal city?" That king's eyelid twitched slightly, and he nodded silently. Asher glanced left and right. Could your daughters be the same person?
Because of the previous conversation between the two kings, the meeting, which had just been harmonious, suddenly became a bit strange. Not only King Leodegrance, but others also had similar calculations in their hearts to varying degrees. King Arthur's unification of Britain was unstoppable.
Rather than obstructing him, it was better to seize the opportunity now to gain more benefits. Even if King Leodegrance didn't bring it up, others were planning to meet King Arthur privately, and "accidentally" bring their daughters along to admire the King's countenance.
Morgan looked around, then glanced at Artoria, who was still silently bowing her head. Seeing that the time was ripe, she was about to speak. The surrounding Knights of the Round Table also exchanged glances, nodding slightly to each other. At the same time, Scathach also had the same thought, her mouth slightly open. But just then, a voice rang out first.
"King Arthur, do you intend to take a queen?"
Everyone's gazes fell on Skadi, their eyes filled with surprise. This was a woman incredibly similar to Scathach, and thus, she possessed an exquisitely captivating face. At this moment, her gaze was fixed directly on Asher, filled with deep affection.
It's finally here. Asher said calmly, "What is it?" Skadi's red eyes were moist as she stared intently at Asher, then began a heartfelt confession. It was roughly about how she admired the King's heroic demeanor and often watched him from the shadows. And finally, Skadi looked seriously at Asher and said, "Let's get married. Since everyone is here, let them be our witnesses, okay?"
Artoria suddenly looked up, staring at Skadi in disbelief.
Morgan also narrowed her eyes, but remained silent.
Beside her, the Knights of the Round Table and the tribal kings all had varied expressions, but all showed surprise.
This was a goddess. Asher had mentioned it when introducing Skadi, and Skadi had also shown her divine side, so they did not question Skadi's identity.
Undoubtedly, she was an arrogant and charming goddess. However, that this goddess would confess to King Arthur was truly unexpected. For a moment, the previously noisy hall fell completely silent.
Asher glanced at Scathach, who nodded almost imperceptibly, signaling him to begin his performance.
"I am very happy" Asher paused here, preparing to start his performance. But before he could speak again, he felt as if a white mist enveloped his vision. His mouth opened slightly, trying to utter a sound several times, but no
sound came out.
A group of people began to whisper and discuss. They believed that King Arthur was considering the matter, which was understandable, as it was a goddess's declaration of love. Being cautious was also understandable. But it was truly strange that he would hesitate even with such a beautiful goddess. Did King Arthur truly not intend to take a queen for now?
Scathach secretly shook her head, then gave Skadi a meaningful look. Unexpectedly, this goddess would help her disciple. However, just doing this to dispel the thoughts of others would probably not be so easy.
Clearly, their plan was for the goddess to confess her love, and for King Arthur's rejection to dispel the kings' ideas. But whether it was Uathach, Guinevere, or Artoria, all were exceptionally beautiful. It wouldn't be easy to make everyone retreat using this method.
Morgan also secretly chuckled. Ash's idea is good, but still a bit too naive. Although I don't know how he persuaded Skadi to help, this method can only deter those who are not confident in their beauty. For me, it has no deterrent power at all. Thinking of this, Morgan looked up, about to speak.
"Alright."
When he heard the young man's voice drift lightly, Morgan's voice also came to an abrupt halt. She slowly turned to look at Asher, her eyes filled with disbelief.
Almost in the next instant, everyone present clearly heard Asher's next words.
"Let's get married."
You could hear a pin drop in the hall.
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