【Story】Finale True Ending

Finale　Into the Bright Future

Part 1

“Break the Rules of the World”

Roarrr——Monesis let out a bellow of agony after taking the hit. Its colossal body collapsed, exuding some kind of slimy purple liquid that reeked of blood and organs.
Sister: The monster is down!
Ingrid: So…the realm is safe now…
Enoch: …
Enoch did not feel triumphant; instead, the sense of unease and anxiety kept surging in his heart. The negative emotions turned into invisible sharp blades sinking into Enoch’s mind .
Enoch: “My head…hurts…what…is this…”
Countless scenes flashed through his head…
Sorrow.
Despair.
Misery.
Anger.
These familiar scenes seemed to be reminding him that the future he yearned for was yet to come. As the pain faded away, Enoch lifted his head and looked at his companions.
Enoch: No, it’s not over yet…We may have it under control for now but only by annihilating this creature once and for all will there be a future for the world!
Zana: However, it has already fused with Monesis…It’s impossible to destroy the source of the power that created the world.
Bahamut: Right, its existence has become the rules and laws of the world. We’re unable to defy our demiurge.
Enoch: So…as long as I become an equal existence to our demiurge, I will be able to destroy it.
Enoch: “Mother…This is the answer you wanted me to find, right?”
Enoch placed his hand on the mark on his chest; his soul resonated with the bottomless power inside. The black mark started gleaming with golden and dark-violet light. It was the power representing the origin of creation and destruction: calm yet raging; frigid yet torrid.
When Enoch channeled his power, the mark also pulsated. The two forces in his body were pumping like heartbeats, one fast and one slow, at different frequencies. A huge, extreme tension was pulling Enoch apart, as if tearing every inch of his body.
As if it was released from a cage after being trapped for a long time, the tempestuous power spread to the surroundings, resulting in a fierce earthquake. Unable to withstand this huge and transcendent impact, Enoch fell to his knees. Two people stepped forward to help him right away.
Ingrid: You’re such an idiot! Trying to look cool again!
Sister: Right, brother. Just don’t forget the cutest sister in the universe has your back.
Enoch: Ingrid…sister…everyone…
With the support of Ingrid and his sister, Enoch rekindled his hope and courage, and channeled the transcendent yet conflicting power in his body. His determination overrode the tearing pain bit by bit.
Sister: We…
Enoch & Ingrid: Together…
Enoch & Ingrid: Will create a miracle!
The power of creation and destruction integrated, condensing on the staff in Enoch’s hand. It turned into metal and lumps entangled along the body of his staff, eventually forming a huge blade.
Enoch: Even though you’re the rules of the world, we’ll bring you down to protect the future of the realm!
Monesis: I…I don’t want to disappear…Ahhh——!
When the blade slashed against the wriggling Monesis, its endless power was swept away, bursting into a dazzling white light which engulfed the entire world and even the entire universe…

Part 2

“Let the Miracle Continue”

The light faded after a while, and the power following the collision turned into golden particles falling slowly onto the earth, illuminating this devastated land. The spectacle comforted Enoch and his companions who had fallen to the ground due to exhaustion.
The golden particles gathered in front of Enoch and the others as if they were driven by will. They swirled and coiled up, eventually turning into whom Enoch was familiar with —— Tawil. Wearing a relieved smile, she looked at Enoch and his sister, and said softly.
Tawil: You did it, my dear children. Sister: Mother!…Um?
Enoch’s sister stood up and rushed to hug Tawil, but she could not touch anything and her arms penetrated through Tawil’s body directly. A trace of sadness appearing on her face, Tawil shook her head slightly.
Tawil: I’m relying on the remaining energy to maintain the very last of my consciousness. Soon I’ll be gone for good.
Enoch: Is it because your body was destroyed by us?
Tawil: Yes, but never mind…The one who controlled Monesis to attack you is not me nor Azathoth.
Ingrid: What!? Then what is it exactly?
Tawil: The existence that disguised itself as me was just an instinctive will, the instinct that feared being destroyed had controlled Azathoth, and would use whatever means to survive. It even consumed me in order to fulfil that purpose…
Sister: Whoa! That thing is dreadful. Luckily it’s gone forever.
Tawil: Right, all thanks to your effort to release the source power of destruction and creation so that Azathoth was freed from the shackles of eternal suffering…
Tawil: The past me, Daoloth as the origin of creation, was twisted by its own deeds. To save me, Azathoth destroyed me, at the same time incorporated the instinct of creation inside me. Since then, it has been struggling amid the agonies of destruction and creation, as if a curse that inflicted endless despair and pain.
Tawil: To break this vicious cycle, I had a consensus with it.
Ingrid: The “it”…means Ghroth?
Tawil: Yes…but you’ve changed my mind, and made me understand its true wish…Eternal life is never what it seeks…It’s just afraid of being alone…and so am I…
Tawil: So I changed my plan. Although it’s difficult, if not impossible, to achieve, you guys created a miracle…to rid the shackles of Azathoth and me…to save this land…this universe…
Enoch: But in the end, you’ll still leave me and sister behind…
Tawil: No, you are not left behind, but to inherit.
Enoch: This is sophism!
Enoch was unwilling to face the fact that Tawil was going to disappear, throwing a tantrum like a child. Tawil walked towards Enoch in an attempt to touch his face. Although the touch did not bring any sensation, Enoch’s heart was still pacified.
Enoch raised his head to look at Tawil. Her gentle expression remained the same, which softened his insistence.
Tawil: Enoch, in the past, I thought creation means the birth of life, but that process is just the beginning. We add meanings to our own life and seek recognition during the journey. This is the true realization of how a life evolves.
Tawil: Witnessing your growth and all your memories had filled the lingering emptiness inside me. Now I feel satisfied.
Tawil: Soon, this world and universe will be reset. The past realm will no longer exist, and the home of all souls will be changed. Souls of all beings will be rebirthed, reincarnated and will pass away in the same place, regardless of race…
Tawil: Azathoth and I spent our lives creating history, and you’ll inherit our lives and will to open up a new future.
Tawil stroked the earlobes of Enoch and his sister as she had done in the past, gazing at them with a pair of loving eyes, as if she wanted to brand their faces in the depths of her soul.
At this moment, a dark-purple shadow appeared to entangle Tawil, as if to remind her that the time had come. She caressed the shadow and spoke the last words to Enoch and his sister.
Tawil: Enoch, sister, I love you both…
Tawil started to dissolve into golden particles, overlapping with the purple shadow ascending to the sky. Eventually they disappeared in front of Enoch and his sister.
Ingrid: Enoch…sister…if you need to spend some time alone, we can——
Enoch: Not necessary.
Enoch cut in the conversation, without any tears nor traces of sadness, his face showed only determination.
Enoch: This is not over yet. Even though the crisis has been resolved, there are still many problems to be fixed. There is no time to rest for we must now realize the future we have been yearning for.
Sister: That’s right. We still need to handle the business of the Holy Gods and Protodemons!
Ingrid: Ha, well said. But Enoch – don’t try to be a hero again. Don’t forget we’re here for you.
Hong Ai: Yes, I’ll do whatever I can to help you, Enoch.
Pompeii: We the Machinas are glad to be on your side too.
Bahamut: Child of destiny, count me in if you don’t mind my humble power.
Zana: Enoch, I’m always here to perform and sing for you.
Behemoth: Hey! Don’t leave me behind!
Enoch: Everyone…thank you. United we shall create more and more miracles!

Part 3

“In the Name of Charlouette”

As dawn broke, the first rays of sunshine poured in alongside the chirping sounds of birds. In a hut on the mountainside surrounded by flowers, a young man was sleeping soundly. Suddenly someone opened the door and strode towards the bed.
???: Brother, wake up!
Enoch: Umm…sister…didn’t you go find Zana…why are you here…
???: Don’t mind me! Just get up!
Enoch: …Let me sleep a little longer…I was up until late night handling Protodemons’ business…
???: If you don’t get up, I’m gonna strip off and jump on you!
Enoch: WHAT! No, No…Oh Montague not you again for god’s sake… Honestly do you have a thing for cosplaying?
Enoch woke up in shock. When he saw Montague the Machina standing beside him, he knew that his sister’s voice was mimicked by him.
Montague: I don’t have interest in such things. Today you have an important meeting. I have no choice but to do this in order to ensure you won’t be late.
Enoch: A meeting…Oh! Today I have a meeting with them! I ‘m gonna be late if I don’t dress up now——
Montague: Master, your clothes are ready.
Enoch: Thanks!
Enoch took the clothes off of Montague and got dressed fast. Then he ran out of the house without even taking a sip of water. During the rush, he was too busy to notice a person outside and ran into him directly.
???: AHH! It hurts! Your clumsiness never changes, Principal.
Enoch: Em? Dagda! Wh-why are you here?
Dagda: I’m coming for you of course. You always sleep in.
Enoch: Ah, do I? Anyways we’re getting late. Let’s head to Charlouette.
The two chit-chatted during the walk. Enoch first asked about Dagda. Two years after liberating Monesis, Dagda decided to return to the Order of Druids and act as an intermediary to mediate the disputes between humans and beasts.
Dagda: Nothing special. I won’t say I’m getting along well with that old man and Hogda, but we’re doing much better than the past.
Enoch: It’s just been a year. I’m sure things will get better. Take it slowly.
Dagda: …By the way, how’s the Protodemon Baal…?
Enoch: “I guess this is the real reason for his visit. After all, the true identity of Mephibo is the king of Protodemons.”
Enoch: Everything is going smoothly so far. Their invasion into Continent Tarones was due to the lack of resources. Now that the problem is solved, they’re willing to leave and return to their home planet.
Dagda: That’s great…Here we are.
Enoch and Dagda had arrived at Charlouette the Magic Agency. Before entering the house, they could already smell the aroma of food. Exchanging glances in smiles, both pushed the door open, and two ladies popped their heads out of the kitchen.
Qingxia: What a perfect timing, Principal and Dagda. The appetizers are ready.
Xilocient: Let me make you some tea.
After a while, Qingxia and Xilocient put the food and drinks before Enoch and Dagda. Without waiting for Enoch to speak, Qingxia took the lead to do the talking.
Qingxia: I’ve been so busy following master around negotiating with those arrogant Holy Gods recently. The good news is we convinced the Eldus to move out of Continent Tarones and back to their home planet despite their intimidation.
Enoch: That’s wonderful.
Qingxia: Not really. To continue monitoring their actions, master is planning to move the Heavenly Kingdom to their planet…Sigh, let’s put this annoying stuff aside. By the way, congratulations on the Class-A mage promotion, Xilocient!
Dagda: Oh, that’s something.
Xilocient: It’s not a big deal, all thanks to your help…
Enoch: So what’s your plan?
Xilocient: I…want to practise with Madam Heidi and study local plants in different places. Perhaps I can find some methods to improve the physique of our race.
Enoch: I’m sure you will find it! I——!
???: Get out of my way, you evil witch!
???: So should you, tiny dragon!
Enoch: “Sigh…here they come again…”
Suddenly there were high-pitched voices of quarrel outside. Shaking his head disapprovingly, Enoch opened the door and found that the two were fighting.
Enoch: What’s with you two again?
Hong Ai: Oh, long time no see, Enoch!
Hong Ai pushed Ingrid away and pounced on Enoch, acting like a spoiled child.
Enoch: It has been two years. Glad to see you’re still in great spirits as usual.
Hong Ai: I’ve travelled to different places, and got some souvenirs for you. Look, famous desserts from the east, fruits from the south and many more!
Enoch: “Haha, all of them are food. This must be inherited from Leonard…”
Hong Ai: Enoch, I have many stories to tell you——AH!
Ingrid grabbed Hong Ai by her scruff from behind, lifting her up off the ground as if she were a helpless kitten , the latter was irritated and struggled to break away.
Hong Ai: Let go of me! You and Enoch can see each other every day already, why can’t I borrow him for a day! You selfish witch!
Ingrid: I, I, I am not!
Qingxia: Is that so? But I’d seen you and Enoch on a date yesterday, two days ago and three days ago.
Xilocient: Um…So had I…I saw you two kissing too…
Dagda: WHAT! So you guys have this kind of relationship already?
Ingrid: I, I…!
Ingrid was so ashamed by everyone’s teases that not only her face turned red, so did her entire body. In the end, she couldn’t bear it anymore so she let go of Hong Ai and hid behind Enoch, burying her head in his magic robe and begging quietly.
Ingrid: Enoch…save me…
Enoch: Sigh…stop fooling around. Let’s go inside…Hm?
A man was seen rushing over in a panic. His eyes glowed like he was looking at his savior when he saw Enoch.
Man: Master! Something bad happened!
Enoch: You’re…a mage from Starmage. What’s going on?
Mage: The remnants of the Holy Gods are making moves again. Starmage has just issued an official commission. Can you come with me?
Enoch: Alright, understood…
Enoch nodded his acceptance. Just when he was about to apologize to his companions, Xilocient spoke up first.
Xilocient: Let us help!
Enoch: But you…
Dagda: This won’t be our last gathering anyways. Just go.
Qingxia: Right, it just so happens that I want some exercises after the meal.
Hong Ai: I’m happy as long as I can help Enoch!
Enoch: Everyone…
Ingrid: Come Enoch, let’s go.
Ingrid held out her hand towards Enoch, who smiled back and took her hand. Glancing around at his companions whose eyes gleamed with hope, Enoch declared confidently.
Enoch: In the Name of Charlouette, we must get the commission done!
Then he glimpsed at a cabinet at the entrance where many photo stands were placed. One of them was a black and white photo of three people——Enoch, Enoch’s sister and Tawil.
Enoch: “Mother…Tawil…I won’t let you down. I shall create our own future!”