Chapter 10, Summoning Kama, the God of Love
"Vishnu, did you see that? They finally had their first time. All our efforts to bring them together weren't in vain."
Beyond the heavens, Brahma was very satisfied with Shiva's actions in rescuing Sati.
No matter how Shiva's state changed—whether in rejection or despair, anger or sorrow—Sati remained his separated self.
Whenever Sati was in danger, Shiva could sense it immediately and rush to her rescue.
"I don't have high hopes for them. After rescuing Sati, Shiva left without doing anything. Clearly, there's no love between them; he only acted out of instinct to rescue his other half." Vishnu shook his head and sighed softly.
"That's true. If there's no love between them, even if they unite, it won't be a perfect union. It seems we need to release Kama."
As soon as Brahma finished speaking, Vishnu's brow furrowed sharply.
He was familiar with the name Kama, for it was the true name of the god of love.
Vishnu was somewhat worried, for Kama, the god of love, had been sealed away by Brahma for countless years and had now suddenly been released.
"Kama, the god of love, are you really going to release him? Desire is deeply hidden in the heart, unknown to others. Once Kama is released, it will be difficult to control him again."
"Do you have a better choice now?" Brahma countered.
Seeing that Vishnu did not answer, Brahma closed his eyes.
Then, a white light flashed from between his brows, and a god emerged from that light.
The god wore a noble golden crown, and his features possessed an aura of both handsomeness and allure.
Kama, the god of love, who controlled desire and could ignite the emotions of love and desire within mortals and gods alike.
After creating all things in the world, Brahma saw that everyone was alone and very lonely. Therefore, he created Kama from within his own heart.
Kama's birth brought life to the world; men and women were no longer alone, and all things began to multiply, everything developing in a positive direction.
Brahma, seeing all things in pairs while he remained lonely, conceived the idea of creating the most beautiful thing in the world.
As he pondered this, an unparalleled beauty was born from Brahma's body. Her beauty even left Brahma speechless.
Kama, the goddess of love, seized the opportunity and shot an arrow into her father's heart, causing Brahma to fall deeply in love with his beautiful daughter.
His daughter fled in terror, trying to escape her father's burning gaze. Fortunately, Shiva intervened, severely injuring Brahma with his divine power, thus preventing this unnatural love.
Although Brahma was freed from desire, he harbored resentment towards Kama because of this incident and sealed her away for a long time.
When Kama saw the light of day again and met her father Brahma, a flicker of panic flashed in her eyes.
He harbored a deep hatred for his father, and his release was undoubtedly a ploy to use him for an even more dangerous mission.
Brahma told Kama about Shiva and Sati, and entrusted him with his mission: "Kama, you must ignite a spark of love between Shiva and Sati, and make them actually clash. Only then will the world be spared destruction and chaos."
"Father, I knew it! You released me to be a suicide squad. You know Brahma's temper; he'd even shoot you in the head, let alone me!"
"If you don't go, I can let you taste the feeling of a headshot right now."
Brahma raised a hand, as if to strike, and Kama nodded repeatedly in agreement, terrified.
This old man, all he does is bully his own kind.
He caused all the trouble himself, yet he always tries to find someone else to take the blame.
After mentally grumbling a few times, Kama began to ponder.
"My power of desire influences all things in the world every moment. However, Shiva has renounced himself from the world, thus isolating himself from my divine influence. If I want to bring him and Sati together, I must personally descend to the mortal realm."
Having said this, Kama clasped his hands together and transformed into a stream of light, disappearing into the mortal realm.
Watching Kama depart, Vishnu couldn't help but doubt: "Can Kama really do it? Shiva is the Lord of Innocence; even we can't fathom his nature."
"If he can't, then no one else can. Even I can't resist Kama's power of desire. Shiva, as a Triad, has slightly higher divine power than us, yet he still can't completely ignore the power of desire."
"That's true. Even you, an old man, once thought of a rebirth, almost causing your own daughter to..."
"Ahem... the past is too painful to recall, better left unsaid..."
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The mortal realm.
The Kingdom of Anghira.
Scouts rushed in, reporting the route of Sati and her party.
They would reach the border of the Anghira Kingdom in two days.
Sapish nodded slightly, dismissed his attendants, leaving only himself and his trusted assistant in the meeting room.
"Young Master, do you have a confidential mission for me?" The assistant was quick-witted and instantly understood Sapish's meaning.
"It hasn't been in vain that you've followed me for so long; you've learned some of my wisdom. Sati will soon reach the border. I order you to lead a team to assassinate Princess Sati."
"What? Assassinate Sati?!"
The assistant was puzzled, a flicker of fear crossing his aged face.
"Sati is Daksha's most precious daughter. If we kill her, Daksha will not forgive us. If you want to become the Lord of Life, you can send me to assassinate Daksha. Why alert him?"
"Heh, it seems you've only grasped the tip of the iceberg of my wisdom. Sati is not only Daksha's daughter, but she also bears the most important mission of reincarnation in the world. If she suddenly dies, Daksha will be thrown into chaos and might even abdicate!"
Sapish had always understood how to weigh the pros and cons. Directly assassinating Daksha was too risky, after all, he was the Lord of All Beings appointed by the Three-Symphony God and a god created by Brahma.
Moreover, even if the assassination of Daksha succeeded, his son-in-law, the Seven Immortals, would certainly not let go of any clues easily. They would investigate continuously and eventually find some trace.
Rather than that, it would be better to let Daksha abdicate voluntarily.
Then, when he succeeded to the position of Lord of Life, it would be perfectly legitimate.
"Listen carefully. You will pretend to be the rendezvous point, but secretly assassinate Sati. I will also send another team for a covert assault. One in the open, the other in the shadows, you must ensure the plan succeeds!"
"Yes, young master." The assistant acknowledged the order and withdrew.
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Soon, Sati's escort team had bypassed the forest and was heading towards the location of the Yangqi Luo Kingdom.
With their destination in sight, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
Just then, a wooden arrow suddenly struck a guard, and in an instant, the escort team was thrown into chaos.
"Enemy attack! Enemy attack!"
"Everyone, don't move! All guards, form ranks and protect the princesses!"
The guards, armed with swords, axes, and shields, defended against the incoming arrows.
However, they did not notice that in the woods behind them, Sapish's assistant had already drawn a poisoned arrow and aimed it at Sati's tent.