"I understand that trust is not easily given, especially in our circumstances," Gabriel began, his voice calm and reassuring. "But I assure you, I mean you no harm. I believe that together, we can forge a path towards a better future. You want your revenge and I have the same desire. Together, we all get what we want!"
The old man, who had vouched for Gabriel, stepped forward. "He speaks the truth. Gabriel has brought me an opportunity to return to the Library of the Realm of Gods, to uncover the knowledge we have long been denied. And in doing so, we may find the answers we seek."
The others exchanged glances, silently contemplating the implications of the old man's words. It was a risk to trust Gabriel and venture into the unknown, but they were tired of living in isolation and yearned to return home. They had nothing left to lose.
At this point, they had grown tired. Even death was better than rotting here.
One of the gods, a woman with golden hair and eyes filled with determination, stepped forward. "My name is Lyra. I was once a High Council Member, but now I am nothing more than a forgotten relic of the past. If there is a chance to reclaim what was lost, then I am willing to take it."
Gabriel nodded, acknowledging her resolve.
Over the next few hours, Gabriel and the group discussed their plans, taking into account the potential challenges they might face.
Even though the Realm of Gods was Abandoned, but it didn't mean the Gods couldn't return, especially with Janus. So they had a short time to make arrangements for a battle in the realm of gods.
They also knew that the Library would be heavily protected with traps, even in its abandoned state, and they had to be cautious to avoid triggering any ancient traps.
The old man, whose name they learned was Ophelius, shared his knowledge of the Library's protective formations and explained how they might be modified or deactivated.
With this valuable information, Gabriel and the others began devising a strategy.
As the preparations unfolded, the atmosphere gradually shifted. The gods started to let go of their initial suspicions and embraced the flicker of hope that Gabriel had ignited within them.
They were no longer just a group of displaced and forgotten beings; they were a united front, determined to reclaim their place in the world.
With every passing moment, Gabriel could see the transformation taking place within the group. The weight on their shoulders seemed to lessen, replaced by a newfound purpose and determination.
They were ready to face whatever challenges awaited them, as if they had regained their lost passion. Moreover, they didn't show any arrogance towards Gabriel.
They all held gratitude toward Gabriel, and he had subtly become the leader of the group despite his young age, thanks to the support of the old man and the Goddess who brought him here.
As the final confirmation was made, the old man looked at the gods gathered before him.
"We stand on the precipice of a new chapter in our lives. Together, we shall return to our home that we were forced to abandon! Let us embark on this journey and reclaim what was once ours."
The gods, their eyes shining with a renewed spark of hope, nodded in agreement. The awkwardness that had lingered earlier had dissipated, replaced by a sense of camaraderie and trust. They were ready to face the challenges ahead, guided by Gabriel.
All the Gods followed Gabriel and left the special realm, stepping foot in the Garden of Legacy.
The Gods looked at their surroundings in amazement. It had been such a long time since they last came out. Even though their surroundings were normal, the feeling of freedom was beautiful.
The threat still looked over their heads, yet they didn't care anymore. Even if this was their last battle in the realm of gods, they were ready! They weren't going to be cowards like the past where they ran away to save their lives.
After living like this for so long, they realized that a proud death was better than a humiliating life of cowards! This was an opportunity like never before, to take over the defense of the Realm of God.
Janus was still the biggest threat, but they also held Ezekiel siding with them thanks to Gabriel.
Unfortunately for them, even Gabriel didn't know where Ezekiel was, or if he was going to ever return. He also didn't know what his reaction was going to be, since that guy hated all gods.
Unfortunately, Gabriel couldn't wait if he didn't even know if Ezekiel was going to return, or if he was even alive!
Gabriel and the others left the Garden of Legacy, reaching the Beast Forest. The Beast Monarchs were stunned at the sight of the gods they worshiped.
They immediately dropped to their knees at the sight of the Gods who were the reason for their existence. When Gabriel said that he was going to bring more guests, they didn't expect this.
The Beast Monarchs were accustomed to only seeing their own kind in the Forest, and the sudden arrival of Gods was both awe-inspiring and unsettling for them.
The Gods reacted calmly as well, telling the Beast Monarchs to stand straight. The Goddess who made this forest also thanked the Beast Monarchs for protecting this place for thousands of years with everything they got.
In return for their unwavering dedication, the Gods offered the Beast Monarchs a gift - a divine blessing to enhance their already formidable powers.
Grateful and humbled by the gesture, the Beast Monarchs graciously accepted the divine blessing, their hearts filled with a renewed sense of purpose and duty.
"We should get back home..." The old man chimed in, revealing a beautiful smile.
Gabriel led the group toward the Spatial Portal on the other side of the forest. However, at the same time, he also tried contacting Karyk.
