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3rd Pov
Heavenly Oath of a Marriage was an amendment made by the Supreme deities after taking the nature of deities in consideration. Deities were eternal and so was their nature, meaning their personality was fixed since birth. However, they experienced emotions too like humans, yet their emotions could barely change their personalities.
Essentially it wasn't that big of a problem. The problem was when marriage was considered. Gods can't give birth to children, yet the act of marriage was prevalent among them. Whether monogamy or polygamy, the Heavenly Oath of Marriage was valid for both. It was made after taking the fact that spouses might betray each other for whatsoever reason, mostly due to their nature which either dictated them firmly loyal, or unloyal to their partner.
To prevent the marriages being spoiled, all the Supreme Deities used their divinity to make this Heavenly Oath of Marriage in Heavens, unbreakable even by Primordial Gods. After taking Heavenly oath of Marriage, the two people can't engage in any sexual activities other than with their spouse. Even if they were charmed by a God or Goddess of charm, any erotic thing that could be done to them under charm was rendered useless if they had taken this oath.
However, it didn't mean that Charm was nullified, in fact the God under charm despite having heavenly oath of marriage could kill their spouse if orders given. It only provided a failsafe to ensure their marriage wasn't broken until both of them agreed upon it. Normally it was an equal pact for the spouses, however in case of Aurora and Ember it wasn't.
Ember was a mortal, he can't take Heavenly Oath of Marriage, ensuring that only Aurora is chained together to him, however Ember was free of any restrictions. The very act of chaining a God to a mere mortal was considered blasphemy, yet the Goddess did it for her love, so no charm can ever make her betray her love.
She was confident in her love for Ember, after all she was a former Virgin goddess, loyal to her conviction. However, she was but a mere Lower Deity, last thing she wanted some God of Charm or Love to play a prank on her dead lover by trying to engage with her, forcing his or her charm. She knew some sly God will definitely want to try it now that she isn't a virgin Goddess, so she took the Heavenly Oath of Marriage.
Thankfully, the primordial that oversaw her Marriage was Ouranos, otherwise they would have tried to refuse or persuade her. Although Mortal killing God was considered a great taboo, yet the fact that a God will be chained to a mortal for eternity was even a bigger taboo. Yet the Primordial permitted it for he wasn't a narrow-minded god like other but one of the wisest deities to exist.
Also, a virgin goddess giving her virginity signified giving upon her purity. It had the power to empower their mate, albeit barely however for Ember, while his physical body remains the same. His soul has been strengthened several times, capable of doing more than what a single mortal soul ever could do, unknown to them.
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Ember's eyes fluttered, and he yawned and woke up. He couldn't see Aurora anywhere however he could smell a pleasant smell. It was coming from the kitchen and as he stood up and dressed up slightly, he entered the kitchen to see Aurora cooking. His heart melted seeing her, and she turned around and said," Good Morning Ember, just wait for a bit... The mutton soup is almost ready"
He smiled as he approached her and hugged her from her back," Ahh!", she yelped as she felt his embrace."~Hehe, you naughty boy~", she whispered and pecked on his lip. " Goddess if you do this for me... for us, how can I resist you?", he said and kissed her, she closed his eyes and reciprocated his kiss, soon they were engaged in a passionate kiss.
Later on, the kitchen was filled with sexy moans and the sound of flesh colliding. After they ate their lunch, they did it again in bathroom. They went out finally getting congratulated by Jason, Maria, Martha and Edward. Ember could also see the sour faces of some people, since essentially Aurora was a second mother to them, and despite some screw loose, she was hot, real hot.
For next few days, they fucked each other like rabbits. As long they were in house, they engaged in debauchery loving each other till they were dead tired. They tried in different positions, in different places. Their love for each other was overflowing, and Aurora finally understood how it felt to overflow with her man's love.
It wasn't until the third week that their debauchery calmed down, however they preferred to be intimate, especially Aurora, who couldn't get enough of his kisses, embrace and love! To her it seemed as long as Ember was by his side, she was on cloud nine. The third week they were graced with another pleasant news.
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"Congrats!", everyone cheered for Chad. He was now father of a child after all. " Haha! Isn't your Jr. Chad cute?", said Bosh as he looked at the sleeping baby in Anne's arms. " Yes, you have been married for just ten months and already a child. I admire you Chad", Newton gave him a thumbs up and Chad blushed in embarrassment.
Chad and Anne had gotten married to each other, ten months prior to this. Anne was a blonde girl nineteen years old, and she proposed to Chad after falling in love with him. For Chad his life was a roller-coaster, he was rejected by Amalda, and his heart was shattered. It took him weeks to recover, and soon he developed feelings for Anne, however due to his previous heartbreak he didn't have courage to purpose to her.
Ultimately it was Anne who proposed to him, and they ended up getting married after dating for a few years, and Chad faithfully carried out his duties as a species. One week ago, Anne who was pregnant finally gave birth to a baby boy much to everyone's joy. So now, a party is being held by him to celebrate his son's birth.
" It is really good to see you levelling up as well, Tithonus", said Amalda putting everyone's focus to him. " Indeed, while seven years is an average record, having S in all of your parameters is exceptional", said Mika, and everyone else nodded. Ember was the last one to level up, however despite it no one underestimated him.
" Congrats Tet on ranking up", said Chad with a smile. " To you as well, now you are a father so act more serious", he said and Chad chuckled, elbowing him slightly," You are not my father idiot", then he pulled him into a corner and asked," Amalda proposed to you, didn't she?"
Ember looked at him and replied," You are eight months late to ask this but yes... and I rejected her", hearing his words he sighed," I see", a complicated look formed on his face. He used to have a crush on Amalda, however he soon noticed that she had a crush on Ember, maybe she had racial bias, however more Elves have joined their familia, so her crush persisting meant she really loved him.
When he was rejected, he was very angry on Ember, thinking as if he had stolen his lover from him. Thankfully, he regained his senses soon and fell in love with Anne who loved him as well. In fact, it was better for him, after all an inter-racial love, especially between Elves and humans was difficult. Elves had longer lifespans and having human was a lover, meant seeing them aging and dying.
That's why Half-Elves were rare to find. " How's she... I mean?", he asked and glanced at Amalda from the corner of his eyes. " What are you whispering there?", she frowned and looked at him, Chad showed an helpless smile. Ember broke from his grasp and said," This idiot is asking me, about my rejection to your proposal"
" Damn, Chad not cool... You are eight months late", said Aika, and Amalda said with a sigh," I guess some idiots never change", hearing her words Chad retorted with gritted teeth," I am not an idiot", Anne interrupted," Well you are correct Amalda, because my husband is indeed an idiot", Chad looked at his spouse with betrayed eyes and everyone erupted in laughter.
" Chad, everyone isn't a kid like you who makes a fuss after being rejected", Aika said cruel worlds almost breaking his heart," You guys are merciless, anyway! Let's forget this stuff! Today I am giving party for my son! Let's eat and drink to your heart's content", he said trying to change the topic. Everyone cheered along with him.
The party began, it was being attended by Goddesses Aschelois, his familia members and Ember, though he invited Goddess Aurora, she refused to come with him, saying the presence of Divine was necessary in the village. As everyone partied, Newton couldn't help but ask," Chad will you be taking break from Adventuring?"
The Scout's question garnered everyone's attention. They wanted his reply as well. Chad became silent for a moment and said," I- I am thinking of quitting Adventuring", his reply earned everyone's shock. Aika frowned and said," I know that Adventuring is a risky job, but you are level 2 and have hope of advancing to the next rank."
Chad sighed and said," Truth to be told, my parameters are barely budging... I think I have reached my limit. I have saved quite the sum, I am thinking of inheriting Anne's land in her village, and farming for my rest of life. I have family, my wife, a child... Sorry, I just can't risk it", his words held a father's responsibilities.
Adventuring by its nature was a risky job, each day dozens of adventurers die in entire world. Although they area they lived was quite safe, but Chad with his poor talent can't go further. The fact he is Level 2 already puts him above the half of the adventurers in entire world. He is quite strong and decided to settle down.
" But wait, what's about your dream of becoming a high-level adventurer?", asked Mika and Chad chuckled," Guys, dreams... are just dreams, once you grow up you realize it is much more difficult than you thought, you are right maybe I can level up to 3 or 4, but it involves greater risk", he said and everyone felt silent.
Suddenly Aschelois slapped his head," You are giving them a party for farewell or what? Don't worry I will make this idiot continue adventuring though not full-time", she said, as a Goddess she knew, stronger the Chad is, better it will be for him. Everyone chuckled and Alice looked at Chad silently, she understood his decision, and supported him though Aschelois words did sparked an idea in her.
" By the way, what are you guys will do... I mean your future goals?", Chad asked and Aika replied," I will level up atleast to 3 before thinking of even settling down", and Mika followed her sister," Same", Newton grumbled," I will see if I can rank up as well", Bosh nodded as well. " I am thinking of going to Atlena", suddenly Ember said.
" Atlena? The city of magicians? You are planning on leaving Aurora familia?", asked Aschelois with a curious look. He said," I won't leave my familia, I will return every once a while... This is my decision", everyone looked at him with complicated look. Ember has become an integral part of their party, they have been friends for years, and now they hear that it will be difficult to meet some of their friends in future makes them sad.
Amalda meanwhile looked at Ember before getting in deep thought,' Atlena? ', she pondered and made a decision,' Once I reach Level 3, I will too move to Atlena ', she decided. Soon the party ended, and a week later it was time for Ember to depart. His familia and friends from party came to see him off.
" Guys, it was really nice to be with you", Ember said as he looked at his friends, feeling nostalgic. " Don't forget us... Tet", he smiled looking at Chad whose eyes were moist. ' Huh, this guy is quite emotional despite how he looks... He isn't Chad, but well is indeed our Chad ', he thought and replied," Never ", he has already parted with Aurora, and boarding the carriage, he waved his hand saying goodbye for the last time.
" Send us letters Tet!"
" Visit us soon!"
" See you Tet!"
After some time, the figures of his friends disappeared, and he sighed, " It has been 23 years and five months, isn't it? ", he looked at the distance. He was growing and so was the world, a journey has ended but a new was about to begin and he was eagerly waiting for his new journey.
To be continued...