The Moonlight Swordsman



Seated in the taxi, Aizel, Alora, and Shelly were dressed in their finest attire for the wedding. Shelly donned a graceful long dress in a lovely shade of light blue, while Alora shimmered in her elegant pink wedding gown.

Aizel, on the other hand, completed the fashionable trio by donning a sleek black suit.

"Ignore if someone teases you or pulls your leg there, Aizel.

"You ex collogues might go overboard sometime." Shelly reminded.

"Don't worry, I will be alright Doc, and besides, you both are with me," he replied.

After a half-hour drive, they got to the wedding spot, which was a beautiful resort with vivid decorations. The air was filled with an aura of celebration, and the resort exuded an inviting charm.

The picturesque surroundings set the perfect backdrop for a joyous gathering, promising a memorable occasion for all who attended.

Leaving the comfort of the taxi, the trio ventured toward the enchanting wedding venue. Aizel looked around the crowd and realized that he didn't know any of the people there. 

As they got closer to the place, they saw an amazing sight: a charming garden with trees that were covered in bright purple flowers. 

In the middle of all this natural beauty, elegant chairs and sofas were waiting for the guests, asking them to take a seat and enjoy the party.

Silently and considerately, the trio located their assigned seats on the right side of the venue, settling down without causing any disruption to the other guests.

They took their places with grace, blending seamlessly into the ambiance of the joyous occasion.

"The place they have decided for the wedding is lovely," Shelly commented.

"Hmph, I would have preferred pink flowers instead of purple," Alora replied.

"It's not your wedding. You can have them in yours," Aizel replied.

Alora's face blushed red after hearing that.

"I...Idiot.. Why do I even want to marry someone? No one is good enough for me."

"All Hail Goddess Alora!" Aizel mocked.

Look look... they are here...

The bride and groom are here...

In the middle of the guests' quiet chatter, a sudden wave of excitement went through the crowd.

The trio's attention was pulled to the middle, where a path led through the crowd. Irene and Luke, the happy couple, walked up to a medium-sized tree hand in hand, led by the soft glow of fairy lights that were strung up on it. 

Its branches were covered with tiny purple flowers that sparkled with an ethereal brightness and gave the scene a magical air.

Everyone quickly got up from their seats.

"Dearly beloved, we are all here today to witness the marriage of Irene and Luke. As you start this path of love and commitment that will last a lifetime, may you find strength in each other and enjoy the beauty of being one." An old man said who was conducting the marriage.

Aizel's gaze swept across the bridal party, his eyes settled on the familiar faces among the bridesmaids. Sherlyn, Irene's best friend, and companion, was one of them. Her beautiful smile and elegant presence made the event even more magical. 

As the wedding went on, Irene and Luke finally stood facing each other and were ready to say their vows. All eyes turned to the couple, waiting excitedly for the heartfelt words that would seal their marriage.

In the midst of the wedding ceremony, as Irene's gaze swept across the gathered guests, her eyes locked with Aizel's. 

At that moment, she felt a whirlwind of feelings that showed a deep connection that had never gone away. Sherlyn, noticing the subtle change in Irene's expression, followed her line of sight and found Aizel among the crowd.

Aizel, too, felt his heart stir as their gazes met, memories flooding back of the admiration and affection he had harbored for Irene since their first encounter.

He remembered how much he had liked and admired Irene since the first time they met.

Aizel couldn't help but smile and nod as thoughts of her kindness and constant support flashed through his mind. Irene nodded back with a warm smile on her face.

"I promise to love and care for you from now on and to be your partner in all of life's experiences. I promise to be there for you in good times and bad, to be your rock and your friend.....

As the bride started to say her vows, all eyes were on her. Her words were full of love and sincerity.

Luke, standing by her side, smiled warmly, his gaze never leaving hers. As she finished her vows, the room filled with a collective sense of joy and anticipation, for it was now Luke's turn to speak his own vows, sealing their bond in the presence of all who bore witness.

"Today, I take you as my wife and my partner in all things. I promise to love and care for you and to be there for you no matter what. I'll be by your side through every morning and sunset, sharing your joys and helping you get through your problems.....

Luke's last words, full of love and respect, hung in the air. As he finished his promises, there was a round of applause from everyone in the room. 

"Now you may kiss the bride,"

Luke and Irene kissed passionately while the words of their vows were still in the air.

It was a moment that summed up their love and brought their trip together to a close. 

As the wedding festivities continued, an unexpected shift occurred in Aizel's perception.

Slowly, the world around him became blurry and went away, leaving him standing in the realm of his own consciousness. 

He once more felt another Aizel's presence despite the surrounding darkness. 

"Having fun at the wedding? Did you enjoy the food or not?" The other Aizel asked.

"Why have you pulled me here?" Aizel asked calmly.

"How did you feel seeing the girl you loved and cherished marrying someone else in front of you?"

"Happy... I am happy for her. It was me who didn't have the courage." He replied.

"Yes, you would have been there instead of that insect place and kissing her right now.

"But now you have already found the replacement, Am I right?"

Aizel didn't reply and waited for him to speak more.

"Seeing you train so hard and do everything to upgrade your arsenal for mere children's games is interesting.

"At least you are not wasting your time. I don't have time to wait any longer, so here's the deal, scum...

"Prove me once again that you are worth it in your children's game, and I will unlock your first major upgrade."

"How can I even prove that?"

"You are a man, right? Do something that a real man would do. Do anything you want, but remember, don't beg me in an emergency. 

"I would rather see myself dead than beg someone for help, even if it is me. The day you went on that road will be the day your core stops healing. 

"Enjoying the food..."

Aizel's consciousness swiftly shifted, bringing him back to the exact same location.

As he became aware of his surroundings again, he could tell that Alora had also noticed a small change. She chose, though, to keep her thoughts to herself for now. 

That Bastard, I would definitely like to beat him to the death,"

[More like, you need to beat yourself, Master]

"Did you unlock any new memories?" Alora sent a message to his mind.

"Naaa, it was just some bullshit talk, nothing serious," Aizel replied.

"Let's enjoy the food now, Shelly," Alora suddenly said.

"Hehe, I knew your mind was wandering there all the time."

With excitement in her eyes, Alora led the three of them to the food zone, which was a busy area full of all kinds of tasty treats. Her eyes sparkled with excitement as she looked at the delicious spread, which had a wide range of foods and culinary creations that looked delicious.

Shelly and Aizel selectively picked their desired dishes, placing them delicately on their plates, while Alora's enthusiasm led her to gather a little bit of everything that caught her eye. 

  As they sat down to eat, a surprise guest quickly took a seat and joined them. 

"Hello, Doctor Shelly, Aizel, and Alora. Are you enjoying the wedding?"

"It's nice to see you Sherlyn, and you look gorgeous," Shelly replied.

Sherlyn looked beautiful in an emerald green gown that flowed around her smoothly. Her hair was carefully styled into a complicated updo, and light green flowers were added to add a charming touch to her look.

"Nice to meet you once again, Sherlyn," Aizel said.

"I am glad you guys came. Irene had a lot of trouble giving you the invitation," She said as she stared at Aizel.

"I am sorry; I was not aware of it," Aizel replied.

"At least you guys came. She would have been really sad if you weren't here."

"Are they free? Can we meet them now?" Shelly asked.

"Sure, come with me,"