Rebirth: Childhood friend of the heroine

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Alex was back in his room, changing his clothes, while his mind remained fixated on what he saw and heard.

The Curse...the Curse...he has said that word and heard about it from so many people that he has formed a completely different belief about that entity.

However, after hearing its story from the existence itself, Alex felt that he might have judged too soon.

The Curse was just a baby, who was, unintentionally hurting his mother.

Then one day, his father threw him away, so that he could learn a thing or two.

Solaris and the other gods used him to end the war and when they thought that the Curse had grown quite stronger, they discarded him after sealing his powers and memories....until he awakened in Ceaser’s body.

And now, they are planning on killing Alex since the Curse has completely integrated with him.

Nice.

Wow.

"So my presence on the Upper Realm would let your parents know that you are still alive?"

[Most likely. However, to reach there, you need to go through the Trials.]

Alex heaved a sigh, "And those shitty Gods wouldn’t let me cross that hurdle easily, I assume."

[Undoubtedly. They might send a few contestants to target you specifically.]

Alex suddenly felt that the competition during the trials would be much more difficult, just for him. However, not even once he thought of backing away, since it would be foolish.

As he tied the shoelaces, he asked the Curse, "Will you help me out during the Trials? Just like how you did back then?"

[Not necessarily. You see, I still don’t find the excitement to continue my life, and since I have integrated-]

"Oi, oi! What are you saying? You might not like your life but I do. I have so many things to accomplish and want to start my own family...so don’t spout such nonsense and say that you will support me."

The curse remained silent for a moment, before asking,

[You know you could have started a family in your previous life, right? However, your love for the thrill never allowed you to settle down.]

Alex heaved a sigh upon hearing that.

He has heard something similar from the God who reincarnated him.

Although Ceaser desired peace, he actually never wanted to stop.

...or was it like that? Maybe. However, now,

"I don’t think I like this violence and murdering people." Sitting down on the nearby chair, he muttered, "In my last life, it was fun because I never cared about anything else than my thrill. And because of you and old man Hachi, I got power that allowed me to go past my limits and become a killing machine."

Exhaling an audible breath, he added, "And when I finally thought that this is it...after getting confessed by Sarah, I died."

[So now, you wish to win the tournament, ascend to the upper realm with the people you love, and start a new family.]

"That’s the plan, but I am not holding high hopes...since whenever I had hoped or even prayed for something, I got betrayed." A sense of sorrow appeared in his eyes when he said that.

The Curse turned silent, and soon Alex got up to leave.

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"Man, you are late." Standing near the entrance, while holding his coat in his hand, Edric muttered.

Seeing the guy wearing formal clothing, Alex chuckled, "What’s that joker outfit?"

Edric grumbled, "Can’t you say something nice? I am already feeling insecure about dressing like this and now..."

Alex raised his hands, "Okay, fine. Why this formal outfit?"

Edric heaved a sigh, "Well, I might meet royalty on the other side, so it’s better to be dressed appropriately."

Alex shook his head, "I bet no one thinks such things so seriously."

...he was proven wrong not so long after as they saw Akron also wearing a formal suit.

"..." Now Alex was wondering if he was the only unruly one...

"You are late," Akron muttered in a displeased tone as he stood near the border area from where they would pass to enter the Blood Domain.

Edric grinned, seeing that reaction on Alex’s face, before he told the older one, "It was because of me. Sorry."

Akron shrugged, "Now show him the permit, and let’s get going."

Alex nodded silently before stepping forward and showing the soldier on duty, the permit he received from the king on both sides.

The soldier frowned upon seeing the permit—this was the first time he had witnessed something like a free pass.

’Is this really authentic?’ The soldier thought.

Alex leaned forward before suggesting, "If you are doubting me, how about you come along and ask the Vampire Monarch yourself?"

Hearing that title, the soldier flinched before handing the permit back and telling him, "You may pass," He raised his hand and gestured for the soldiers guarding the Veil to let them go.

Alex went back to the carriage and told them, "Sit inside. It will take some time to get there."

Edric and Akron followed the words and sat inside the carriage, while Alex took the job of riding the carriage since taking an extra person to that realm was not allowed.

Inside the carriage, it was an awkward mood since Edric hadn’t conversed with Akron more than twice, and even for that, it was very brief.

He respects the man a lot since the various weapons he uses come from his forge. And because of his reluctance to meet people regularly, made an impression that Akron is a grumpy and moody man.

"Umm...are you currently working on any long project, sir?" Edric asked—picking a topic in which he might be interested.

Akron crossed his arms on his chest before huffing, "Your friend has given me a heavy load of headache. Trying to deal with it currently."

Edric raised his brows, "Alex? Did he tell you to make any sword?"

Akron narrowed his eyes, "You are his friend and you don’t know? The abomination of a sword he asked me to make?"

Edric shook his head, "No, he didn’t...but Alex always hides those things from me and others if it isn’t significant...."

A vein bulged on the dwarf’s head, and through his gritted teeth, he muttered, "It might not be important for your damn friend, but I am working my ass on that piece. So show some respect!" The booming voice of the dwarf roared, making Edric flinch.

Meanwhile, Alex, who had been listening to the conversation since the beginning, couldn’t stop himself from chuckling.

Unless it’s a girl, Edric really couldn’t hold a conversation with a stranger.

Thankfully, the carriage soon reached the castle where the Monarch resides.

"We are here," Alex announced as he brought the carriage to a stop.

Edric was the first one to jump out before he waited for the man.

As Akron came near the edge, Edric wondered if he could help him get down...because...his legs are...

"I can manage." In a frustrated voice, Akron muttered before jumping off the carriage and landing safely.

Alex looked at Edric and found the raven-haired looking back at him helplessly.

Shaking his head, Alex moved toward the castle and was met by a familiar person, "How have you been, Angelina."

The familiar girl, who was actually the sister of the deceased Duke Allen, was standing there with a smile.

"Welcome Sir Alex. I am doing well." She gave him a short bow before turning towards the other two, "Hello Sir Edric and Sir Akron. I received a notification about your arrival."

Akron stepped forward before asking, "Where is she?"

Angelina hesitated for a moment, but not because she didn’t understand about whom he was asking.

However, upon getting a nod from Alex she said, "Please follow me."

Edric and Akron started walking beside Alex as they all entered the mighty castle of the Vampire Monarch.

Edric couldn’t stop looking around the place—the antiques, the paintings, and everything was quite fascinating...almost like he was in an art exhibition.

"How is she doing?" Alex asked.

"Umm..I haven’t met Miss Jullie recently but I heard from Princess Natasha that she is fine and doing better now." The girl responded, albeit a little hesitantly.

Akron glanced at Alex, but the latter had no concrete answer to give. He also can only hope that everything is fine with Jullie.

Soon they reached the same room where Alex last saw the teacher.

Outside the room was a breathtaking beauty that made Edric’s lips parted slightly. Even Akron was in a daze for a moment.

"Hey, Princess." Alex casually greeted the girl.

Natasha looked at him, her heart racing elevated, but her response was cold, "Get in there. She is waiting."

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Alex wasn’t surprised by her cold response as he ushered the duo, "Let’s get inside?"

Akron nodded before he took a deep breath and stepped toward the door.

Pushing it open, he was met by the sight of his sister, currently standing by the window.

"Jullie..." He called out before the woman turned around.

With a smile, she stepped toward him, making Akron feel that his sister hadn’t changed. She still remembers him.

"Alex."

....however, rather than stopping before him, the woman walked past her brother and hugged Alex.

"...."

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A/N:- Jullie got her priorities straight.