Rebirth: Childhood friend of the heroine

The child is cursed—Eryndor always thought. He has discerned that keeping Alex close meant death to everyone around him. At that time, he had to consider things as a patriarch of the clan rather than a father.

It didn't help that the woman he devoted his life to cheated on him, so the slight inclination he had to save Alex was overwhelmed by the sense of hatred.

Eryndor wondered if Alex was his child or not. The evidence was there, and Eryndor was gifted with a child, which was inhumane. Naturally, he would doubt.

At that time everyone deemed it right to erase his memories and seal his powers. And to be on the safe side, keep Alex imprisoned for the rest of his life.

Eryndor agreed to it since, his child or not, as the Patriarch of the Frostbate clan, he had to ensure the safety of his people first.

However, one of the council members betrayed him at that time and took Alex far away from Whiteden. The betrayer was punished, and Alex was searched for quite a long time.

Little did Eryndor think that he would find the same snorty brat here in Grimland, as one of the soldiers.

"What happened, old man? Feeling annoyed that you can't kill me even when I am right in front of you?" Alex asked, a thin smirk dancing on his lips.

Eryndor had already guessed that the brat was close to the Saintess, given how he fought for her pride, and the way she seemed worried during the battle was quite an evidence that they share a special connection. And if there had been any doubts, her choice to stay close to Alex until he woke up made it clear that the lady held Alex in high regard.

On the other side was the Princess of Grimland and she has the support of her father to protect Alex.

However, at the moment Eryndor's biggest reason for worry was the young boy standing behind Alex and radiating an aura which has kept Eryndor at the edge of his seat.

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There was no doubt the boy had a history steeped in bloodshed; such a potent bloodlust was far beyond what any mere cheeky brat could muster.

Looking closely, Eryndor remembered someone mentioning something about the champion of Grimland who completely overwhelmed the students of the National Academy of Whiteden.

Eryndor was a seasoned warrior so he could tell that taking any rash decision would mean he should be prepared to lose an arm, at the very least.

"Having so many people stand beside you…have you threatened their lives to make them submissive?"

The man spoke with a snarl, evident contempt on his face.

Edric growled, but before he could have said anything, Alex responded, "Why don't you kneel before me and thank me first, for saving your ass?"

"!!!" Eryndor's eyes widened. Kneel? And before a brat?! A cursed one at that?!

"You are nothing but a wimp without that curse. And you wish to see me kneel before evil?!"

Alex wanted to laugh, but his body hurt a little too much to chuckle at the moment. He couldn't tell if the man was blind or just plain foolish to believe Alex was weak. And what without the curse? Isn't that curse a part of him?

"You know what would be the best for you, Your Majesty? It's that you forget about Alex's existence and return to your nation. Since not only I and the Saintess, but the whole nation regards Alex as the hero." Edric spoke, his tone making it obvious that he was threatening the man.n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om

Drawing closer to the bigger one, Edric added, "And trust me, you don't want to know the consequences of touching the Hero of Grimland."

Eryndor narrowed his eyes—he was right. He cannot act rashly here despite how much hatred he carries for Alex. He cannot kill the being who has saved the Saintess today or Eryndor would not get to leave Grimland unless he was prepared for a war.

His ego was hurt but he still gave priority to his nation and his people.

Wordlessly he glanced at Alex before turning on his feet and walking away.

Edric heaved a sigh after he closed the door and looked at Alex, "Damn man, he was one hell of a father."

Alex shrugged, "Just blood related; nothing more I have to do with that man."

Edric was informed about the whole situation regarding Alex's family and under what circumstances he was sent to Grimland.

Call it instincts since Edric knew the man would come to see Alex. As such, despite how much Amanda requested him, he decided to remain in Alex's room.

"You did the right thing," Suddenly Celestria voiced, startling Edric as he asked,

"You were awake?" After he saw the other lady also raising her head, "S-S-Supreme Grace?"

The woman's face was covered yet Edric felt she was looking at him warmly, as she uttered, "You did great, child. May God bless you."

*Ba* Dum*

Her sweet voice elevated his heart race and a tinge of blush appeared on his cheeks.

He lowered his head and spoke in a hurried voice, "Thank you for your kind words!"

Celestria chuckled, "Look at you, blushing and all. I wonder how Amy will react if she knows."

"...!" Edric glared at the Princess before he stood back straight, and after a brief cough, he said, "I will be resting in my room. Call me if you need something, Alex."

Once Edric left, Sarah instantly unveiled her face and revealed her eyes which were blurred by tears.

Alex heaved a sigh as he said, "I can't get up to wipe your tears…so please don't cry."

Celestria went to bring some warm water from the nearby table as she said, "Lady Saintess, why don't you use your magic to heal Alex already?"

Alex looked at Sarah with a questioning look; wondering the same thing.

Sarah looked helpless as she told them, "I did try to heal him," Just as she said, her hands glowed with a silver hue before she pressed it on Alex's chest,

However, "But his body is rejecting my magic," upon her words, the hue escaped Alex's body and disappeared in thin air.

Alex frowned; this was strange. Before this, he had no problem getting healed by the other nurses back in the Academy. And all the potions he drank were working on him as well.

"Is it related to my Curse?" Alex muttered under his breath, which urged Sarah to add,

"I studied your Curse Seal and I can tell that it's slightly damaged."

Alex's brows raised, "You know about it?"

Celestria responded, "Edric told us the whole story."

Alex heaved a sigh, that guy has a big mouth and barely any resistance against persuasion.

Throwing away those thoughts, he asked the Saintess, "So what do you know? Is it bad?"

Sarah looked uncertain, "I can tell that the seal is damaged, and it probably happens when you utilize the powers of that being that resides within you."

Taking a pause and looking contemplative, she added, "There was a time when the presence of the Curse turned too ominous, to the point I felt like throwing up. Considering my magic efficiency with purity and light, I seemed to be the most affected. However, slowly that presence receded."

Alex was unsure, "You mean to say, I willingly lowered the presence?"

Sarah nodded, "It seems you were able to control how much power you were drawing from that curse."

Alex…somehow expected it. If he had turned berserk like that time when fighting the big wolf, then he might as well have woken up in a cell.

What was the catalyst that helped him control his strength? Alex needs to think about it.

"Alex, you need to stop using that power. I have a bad feeling about this curse." Celestria muttered as she helped him drink the water.

The concern in her eyes and the shakiness of her voice were enough evidence to tell how scared she was.

Alex took a long breath once he finished drinking and said, "I am aware that the curse is a bad omen; however, until it's a part of me, and I don't understand what in the world resides within me…I can't do anything about it."

Taking a pause, he added, "Until I continue to feel helpless during a battle, that being from within me will continue to appear."

Silence descended inside the room as everyone held concern about the Curse he was burdened with.

Sarah tried to search her memory but she couldn't find if she had read about this curse before. None of the patients she has treated had similar traits as Alex.

"I think I should go and search in the Cathedral's library about it," Sarah suggested.

However, Alex had a better idea, "Or I can just ask those who bestowed me with this Seal and see what they have to say about this curse."

Celestria was startled, "Even though your father has recognized you, you are going to Whiteden?"

Alex smirked, "That nation doesn't belong to him alone. Don't worry, I will have someone sponsor me~"

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