Thank you for reading on ! We provide free access to all our stories, but maintaining this platform requires ongoing costs. To keep the site running and continue offering free content, we display advertisements. You can close the ads anytime, or upgrade to premium membership ($5/month) for an ad-free reading experience while supporting our mission. You can also earn premium for free by completing simple tasks. We truly appreciate your understanding and support!Alessandro spoke, "Visit the guardians' housing when Alby leaves to recover. I'm sure they know more about what Hades is." "I'm sure you know more about Hades, after all, they are in charge of closing the doors when they open," he continued. "Thank you, Kiara." When Kiara left, they entered shortly afterward with a bowl of soup. After the scene, Abril got out of bed and stepped onto the balcony. That day, the moon and stars shone brightly in the sky. "Today is beautiful; I think I'll take a walk around the garden," she said, stretching her arms. "Are you safe?" "I'm fine.Right now, I just want to stretch my legs." "Then let's go." As they walked, Abril imagined growing up in that garden, running through the country's paths, filling them with laughter and joy. When they left the garden, Alessandro took Abril's hand. His pace was slow and silent, and he was the first to break the quiet. "What's going on, Abril?" "Nothing." "If something is wrong, you're here by my side supporting me, but your mind is elsewhere. We promised not to hide anything from each other. Tell me what's happening; that's what worries me.I've said it to you many times." Abril sighed, feeling the weight of his concern. "I was thinking it might not be a good idea to bring Lissana here." "Why not? Lissana is ready to fulfill the six years; her magic won't put you in danger." "I decide what's best. Cira swears to get revenge on me. I swear I'll give up everything I love; I don't want her to try to do it to Lissana." "Here in the palace, she is safe." "This place will soon become a battlefield.Cira will see power, and I'm afraid I'll leave this one behind when that happens." "Do you want to stay in the land of the fairies until this is over?" "I think that's for the best. What do you think?" "I would lose daily if that's what you want. I accept it." Abril hugged Alessandro tightly. "Thank you for accepting my decision." "If you only want what's best for our daughter, how could I oppose that? But you're right; this place is no longer safe." The next day, Alessandro hoped Abril would wake up; he was worried she wouldn't. When she finally opened her eyes, he kissed her gently."Good morning, Abril." "Good morning," she replied, still groggy. "Are you awake?" "No, I just woke up." "Do you want to have breakfast together?" "Yes." Abril got up, and after changing her clothes, they sat down to eat. Once they finished, Alessandro spoke. "It works differently, but I'll try to give it to you as soon as possible." "If this is necessary, then you have time. I'll be here waiting," Abril said, smiling. Alessandro kissed her before leaving. He approached the door that led to the guardians' quarters, hesitating for a moment before opening it.As he stepped through, his eyes were momentarily blinded, but when they cleared, he saw his mother standing before him, a warm smile on her face. "Hello, Lessan." "Mother." "What did you come for?" "There's something I need to know about Hades." "What do you want to know about Hades?" "A few days ago, we faced someone who spoke of Hades as if he had conquered many worlds. I want to know what I'm up against." "I believe it's best to discuss this with the first guardian. He will answer all your questions. Follow me." Alessandro followed her down a long corridor, his mind racing with questions."Why can't you answer my questions? I thought you knew everything about Hades." "When I was born, there were no guardians. The first guardian knows what you need to know about Hades since he was there when the doors to Hades were opened for the first time." When they reached the end of the corridor, Alessandro saw a young man with brown hair and green eyes. He bore a striking resemblance to Cassian, though this young man had long hair while Cassian always kept his short. "This is the first guardian." "Yes, I must be firm so that I can tell you everything.Are you ready, Alessandro?" "As ready as I can be," he replied. As his mother disappeared, Alessandro wished to speak to the guardian. The young man stood before him, and everything seemed to happen in a blur. He looked intently at Alessandro, and the resemblance to Cassian was uncanny, like seeing his brother with long hair. "Don't you think about deciding anything?" the guardian asked. "Are you the first one?" "Yes, but I have no name. No one remembers it. Just know that I was the first guardian.If you want to talk to me, you must learn my name." "How could I know your name if I've never seen or heard it?" "That is not an excuse. If you don't respond to my questions, I won't answer yours." Alessandro felt irritation rising within him. "I don't have time for your games." "Foolishness! How rude you are! I have never faced a guardian so disrespectful." Alessandro took a deep breath to calm himself and began to ask his questions. "I need to know, what exactly is Hades? Why do some monsters say that Hades has conquered other worlds?"noveldrama