Zeeta and the Wizarding World
Zeeta and Luna
The Great Magic Forest was a mystical, majestic, and very historic forest. It was a witness to the various changes of time, feuds, and the fruits of their hands. Sometimes the fruit is a momentary peace, sometimes even in the form of disputes. Animals, plants, and magic creatures there also become the main character about the history that continues to change.
Zeeta, who wants to visit Ozy and Aria, is noticed by Hugo who has given her special earrings, which allow her to know whenever the girl has the urge to visit. He could have picked her up by magic, but he expressed that intention because Zeeta has a side need—visit Astray Land—so name for those who do not know the name of the Great Magic Forest because they always get lost in it. He wanted to go all the way to Grandtopia.
Luna even asked why she wanted to do that troublesome thing if magic alone could bring her immediately before Ozy and Aria? And Zeeta's answer is....
"This is still in my preparatory form, Luna. I'm ready for a decision later."
Luna was silenced, only able to support Zeeta from behind and continue watching her.
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The silver figure of Zeeta looks very striking in the dark forest. The sounds of animals, both from insects, birds, and others, have begun to "haunt"—at least for those who do not recognize this forest. With his Kaunaz rune, Zeeta is able to figure out the direction of Grandtopia, this forest has already considered Zeeta as "part of the forest" because the Chronos trees that rise higher than the Giant already recognize which Zeeta has lived long enough in Grandtopia. It was extremely unlikely that this seventeen-year-old girl would ever get lost, but only one thing was a question for both Hugo and the other residents of Grandtopia, as well as Luna herself.
"Why does he keep stopping in the middle of the road and pensive? What's he thinking?"
As her Yggdrasil Spirit, Luna can realize that Zeeta is thinking nothing of herself, which could allow her to become Zeeta Alter. Usually if it is like that, Zeeta shows sad signs such as sudden crying and a moody face. But now, every time he stopped, he smiled and several times waved at the magicians who had stopped looking at him. It was long enough, until he finally sat down, stretched his hands, and small animals such as squirrels, birds, deer, and others, approached him.
Zeeta's laughter, which was heard shortly after the animals welcomed her, allowed Luna to deduce one answer that helped make her heart flowery and warm.
Zeeta gently stroked whoever was on her lap. Those who are being petted seem to enjoy it. A very new sight for Luna, Hugo, and not to forget Reina who can watch through the "eyes" Chronos.
"Geez, you are so cute!" Zeeta keeps stroking the feathers of the animals around her.
"What have you really done?" ask Luna who approached him.
"No...." Zeeta shook her head without removing her smile. "You know long ago I could know what happened to nature through my mana, right? Well, I mean not completely I can figure it out, but only a certain distance.
"I wonder if those who live in Astray Land can find out what I'm talking about in my heart while flowing my mana around, it turns out this is how it works, hehe....
"If Vanadust could do something like this...."
Zeeta fumbles at the nearby flower beds.
"And if Vanadust is one of many races, then I think a little thing like this might be done by me."
"That's it...." Luna smiled. "May I know why you want to talk to them?"
"I'm just apologizing because my mana has frightened them into trying to throw me out and nag me, but after I talk slowly, they turned out to be very kind.
"Maisie also helped me, you know, even though she has not fully recovered. He explained everything that was the reason I went berserk on that Hell Night.
"Every creature on this Earth .. has feelings. Even for animals .. also plants.
"Therefore, I begged them for help when Ragnarok would arrive. They will protect each other no matter the predator or prey. The magic creatures are the same.
"The question ... as a determinant of this End of the World, I also do not know what will happen after I grow again Yggdrasil. At least until this thing dims, I want them to be my allies."
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A green shining magic circle appeared near Zeeta, two people appeared after her.
"Yes, yeah, that's very touching and good for you, but you should talk to us, too, right?" this voice came from Aria. He came with Ozy. The elf returned to his "little boy" figure. "After all, are you sure you're still here?"
"Eh? Whatchu mean?"
Zeeta smile. "Later I'll go home. I'd like to confirm something with you guys, especially Ozy."
"Hoo, so we're more important than your family? As long as you know, the palace is again excited because it lost your figure again. Your grandfather Karim, after your departure, fell asleep like he had been bewitched.
"You just don't dare look at them and not shake your heart, do you?"
Zeeta's smile and the continued movement of her hand stroking, finally dimmed and slowly stopped. The animals also left him somewhat hesitant. "It's okay, go home. Thank you for worrying about me." Then, they actually raised their legs. Zeeta stood up and continued talking. "Either three thousand years ago, two thousand, one thousand five hundred, five queens, or three hundred years ago....
"Great Magic Forests have always been involved in the feuds of Humans, Giants, Dragons, and Elves. This forest is always neutral and provides safety for anyone in need, but does not hesitate to get rid of anyone who is dangerous.
"Of course I love my family, Aria. Love them very much. But unfortunately, only I will decide in the end, what the world should be like.
"I am not a Goddess, I am not an omnipotent person, I am only a Human being.
"In order not to be like the rest of me, I prepared myself—like Vanadust's wish. The other seeds of Yggdrasil are the same. Luna also accompanied me so that she could keep an eye on me and support me.
"This is part of my preparation, Aria. I talked to them and one of them.
"I love my family but—"
"Then take them and think about everything together. You've changed, haven't you? You are aware of your every shortcoming and what is precious to you. That's why you're doing all this preparation.
"I've known you for a long time, Zeeta. Whenever I'll be ready to answer and accompany you, but if you're sure of your decision...."
Zeeta made a small smile.
"Let's take off the Elder's earring."
"Eh?"
"What's it for now if we can keep an eye on you with Reina's power as well? We'll pick you up so get your business done there or you'll regret it."
"All right.... Luna, come on."
The dreamy luna gasped. "Oh, okay...." It then jumps up and perches on Zeeta—'s shoulder as usual. "I failed." inwardly, "I should have been able to realize all that Aria said, but in fact.... Is this because I'm just a small part of Yggdrasil—" the two then disappear with teleportation magic.
As soon as the two got back to Aurora—, right in front of the palace—Zeeta immediately said, "Your presence is enough for me, Luna. You don't have to think deeply." He smiles.
"You ... know what I think?"
"Whether it's because of the rune or not .. Yeah, I know. Anyways...."
Both of them looked at Scarlet and Ashley who were full of sweat and gasping breath, wide-eyed to find them, pointed, then ran over.
"I really hate goodbye. It hurts and it slices my heart, reminding me of Mr. Willmurd's sacrifice to mom and dad. That's why I ran away, but Aria caught me this easily.
"DANELLAAAAAAAA!!!" scream two elderly women.
Zeeta glanced at Luna. "Therefore, for taking care of me all this time, thank you, Luna!"
Luna heard it. He felt something new. Why is his face smiling like that, when he seems to say goodbye?
That feeling is very mixed. There was a feeling of guilt for dragging a Zeeta into big trouble, but it was inevitable because it was her destiny. Then there was gratitude because he could see his face growing like this, and there was also a deep sense of sadness.
Then why....
Why is it that when his face finds out about his fate, he smiles as if nothing is bothering him...?
No. gabe. That's incorrect.
He just hides his feelings. That's why he said he was ready. He buried as deep as possible all his selfish desires. In the past, he had a hard time doing it, especially about his dream of becoming a chef. But now, it was no longer the time to think about his selfishness.
Therefore... Luna gritted her teeth and hands. He's determined. "I won't let him be the only one who suffers!"