(Not Continued Again)
14. Space and time

The voice of the person talking sounded faintly in his ear. Elthia opened her eyes slowly. The light that came in, was a little dazzling. Blinking her eyes, Elthia tried to adjust her vision.

"Mother?"

The anxious expression of the green-eyed beautiful woman was the first thing that entered within her sight range. The light brown wavy hair of the figure, tickled her as Elthia got a sudden hug.

"Elthia!!"

The tight hug the mother gave off was a little stifling. Elthia, who was still not ready to receive it, had difficulty breathing.

"I-mom, s-shit."

Elthia gave a soft pat on her mother's shoulder. When the hug was gone, Elthia tried to scoop up as much oxygen as she could.

"Is anything painful, miss?"

The voice of Astrella, which was ignored, distracted the two mothers and the child.

"I'm doing fine. None of my limbs hurt." Elthia showed the best smile she had. Elthia did not want to add to the anxiety of these two people who were so precious to her.

"Everything is the same as usual."

"Elthia's."

Lady Selenia Annora Lucretia, the mother of Elthia was looking seriously at her daughter. The sparkle emanating from his two green eyes, did not want the slightest rebuttal. Elthia knew her mother was angry right now. Therefore, when the mother asked the question of what had really happened, Elthia chose to tell the truth.

"I only met two silver-haired men, and talked to both of them."

Lying to her mother was the worst possibility she had so avoided. Elthia did not want to complicate her own life with such a dangerous thing. Because Elthia knows. How good his instincts are. The sensitivity his mother had, was twice as much as horrible. Lies are easily sniffed by their mother. So, it would be safer if Elthia told him the truth happened, when asked a question.

"Silver hair? As far as mother knows, only the descendants of the Lucretia family have silver hair."

Elthia sighed. "When I saw it, I was also very surprised."

The existence of Tristan, as well as the foreign figure who also had silver hair, further increased the questions that were in his mind. Elthia did not expect, with the changing storyline, some things that were not previously written in the book, turned out to be much more complicated than what Elthia could have imagined.

Starting from the familiar contract, Rio's existence, magic and curtains, as well as the two people's silver-haired figure who held a great secret. The change does not even involve the existence of Prince Psyche and Prince Luca who are at the heart of the story. With the appearance of the two princes, Elthia was sure there were more and more unexpected things that she would encounter. And that is, of course, something that is impossible to predict. No matter how good Elthia was at guessing the actions of others, predicting the destiny that runs was not in her power.

I don't know why I'm a little scared.

The difficulty of the groove that was now running for guessing, was a little worrying. Elthia was worried about the whereabouts of Prince Luca, whom she might not see for long.

I hope I'm not late.

Judging from the reply given by Sebastian, the last time Elthia read. The oath of allegiance given by the Lucretian family to the kingdom was the worst possibility, which is now the reality. It is likely that Prince Luca will register at the same place, to keep an eye on them.

Before Prince Luca actually came and started to restrict his movements. Familiarizing himself with Prince Psyche was a choice that could bring a little protection for him.

Elthia was already friends with Prince Psyche. Although not too close, unexpected meetings that occurred at that time, quite an influence. Elthia hoped, they could become closer later. At the very least, before the plan regarding the engagement between her and Luca, was actually implemented.

"Basic fool. I can't believe you can do that, Elthia."

The voice of Evander who had just come to visit, managed to break the reverie of Elthia. The ice-cold tone, as well as the wrathful gazes of the two beautiful neutrals that usually looked soft, were extremely sinister. Elthia shuddered. As much as possible, he showed a thin smile of his as usual.

"Sister Evan. Even if my sister is my twin sister. It's still impolite to suddenly enter without permission like this."

Well, actually this was just an excuse that Elthia used to cover up her nervousness. While at Lucretia's residence, Evander and Elthia never needed permission to go in and out. Either Evander, or Elthia herself. The two of them always entered as if the room belonged to them together.

"Don't switch the conversation, Elthia." Evander said as he sighed. Both hands are on his chest. While his body, leaning against the door. No matter how sweet the smile Elthia showed, this time Evander would not let himself wither. What Elthia did before she lost consciousness was very upsetting. The reckless actions that his sister took without his knowledge, honestly still irritated him even though it had passed.

"Do you know how long you've been lying unconscious?"

Elthia's meeting with Tristan did not last long. Elthia was sure, their conversation at that time did not take up to half an hour.

"Umm.... Two days?"

If it is true there is a difference in time span as expected. Elthia was sure it wasn't too different.

"You were unconscious for a month."

"W-what?! S-one month?!"

Hey, this is far from what I expected!!

Evander was so angry. Elthia did not expect that the difference in time span between that place and here would be that far.

"Mom's so afraid you won't wake up again, Elthia."

Anxious rays emanating from the mother's two green eyes made Elthia feel even more guilty. Had it been, Elthia knew that she would have lost her consciousness for that long. Elthia would naturally happily fight her curiosity, and try another way that was much safer than this.

"I'm guilty. Sorry for acting stupid." Elthia looked at her hand squeezing the blanket. The sharp look Evander gave him felt very piercing.

"So? What's the reason you took that stupid action? My sister?" evander asked without even changing his tone. His intimidating aura was clearly dominating the room.

"You can't possibly take that stupid action, without preparing any plans, can you?"

"Will I explain. So, please listen carefully."

Evander is in a bad mood, will be twice as chatty as usual. In this condition, Evander would be a different person. The usual calm attitude Evander shows everyday, will not be seen in the slightest. As if he became another figure. Evander who is in this bad mood condition, tends to look like Sebastian, their oldest brother who is famous for being terrible if it is already smiling sweetly.

"I met two silver-haired men." Before restarting his previously delayed explanation. Elthia took a slow breath. As much as possible Elthia regulated her breathing, and tried not to feel pressured from the intimidating gaze Evander gave her.

"Because the silver mane is very rare and is only owned by every descendant of the Lucretia family. I asked if we had any blood relation with them."

"What did they say? Do we have a blood relationship with them?"

Elthia shook her head. "No. No matter how many similarities we have. We don't have a relationship with them."

"Then do you know the identities of the two men?"

"I'm not too sure about this. But, I guess they're both great witches?"

"Doing magic related to space and time is a boundary that a magician, Elthia, cannot possibly break."

Elthia sighed slowly. What Evander said is true. It is impossible for a witch to be able to do that. No matter how great and great the magic possessed by the witch was. Space and time are absolute limits that are impossible to touch.

If not, what else?

Besides witches and the possessors of sacred power. There was no other position, which flashed through his mind. Honestly, even Elthia herself, still felt confused about identity, as well as what kind of power the two annoying strangers used.

"That's possible if you're one level higher."

What the mother said surprised the twins. The two of them did not expect, that there was another higher position than the witches.

It's unsurprising.

"Is there a higher position than a witch?

Just like the witches. The possessors of holy power are limited. However, unlike the witches who were only born in the land of Yodea. The owners of the sacred power were limited due to environmental influences. Unlike witches who get special education in the form of guaranteed learning from the academy, as well as protection from the familiar. The owner of the holy power who gets the blessing for the first time, will be sent directly to the holy temple. They do not get special protection from the familiar. On the contrary, the power of blessings they had made most of them look as if they had invisible walls with others. And that, of course, makes it a little difficult for others to approach them, not least the familiar.

"If you think the possessors of holy power are capable of doing so. I think you should study harder."

The mother's guess was right on target, piercing right in the heart. Elthia and Evander cast glances at each other. A wry smile was seen on their faces. But they are sure. Since the possessors of sacred power are far from committing vile acts, it is their purity of heart that makes them licensed and trusted in the care of space and time.

"Aren't they the most likely?"

"Aren't people forbidden to interfere in one's life and time?"

The question asked again by the mother, managed to silence the two twins. Want something as clean as any human heart. When it comes to space and time, that allows them to replay, as well as create space, as if it were a world of their own creation. Of course, that's an impossible thing. The human heart is easily broken. To entrust such an ability to a human being is like a suicide. It is a natural thing, humans have a greedy nature. No matter how clean they look. Even if it was only a little, they must still have a greedy side in their hearts.

"As long as they are not human. Does that mean they can break those boundaries?" Elthia who had realized the meaning of the mother's statement after a moment of silence, said her opinion. His two eyes reflexively turned towards Astrella who had been standing still, watching them from a distance.

Evander followed Elthia's line of sight. "Familiar has a higher important position than a witch, right?" in addition to keeping the witches. Families also have an important position to maintain balance. So, isn't their existence capable of breaking that boundary?

On Elthia's side, Lady Selenia smiled faintly. The quick response from his two twins, really made him proud.

"Good guess, kids." Lady Selenia came to take a look at Astrella. As the only familiar in this room, Astrella must have been the easy target of the three of them. A subtle laughter sounded from mistress Selenia. The astonished expression Astrella showed, was quite comforting to her.

"Can I help you?"

Astrella who was the focus of attention, furrowed her brows in wonder. The curious highlight of the Lucretia twins addressed to her was, quite burdening her.

"Astrella's. Breaking boundaries like using space and time magic, is it possible to be done by a familiar?"

"No. As a familiar, we are not allowed to disturb the contest of the life of the living things in this world."

Little unfortunate. But even so, the answer directly without starting with the pleasantries, remained in the possession of Elthia. Glancing at Evander, Elthia who had guessed what kind of question her twin sister would ask, paid close attention to the answer Astrella would give.

"What about the silver-haired familiar? Do you know anything about them?"

Astrella. "I never met them closely. So, I don't know a bit about them."

"It seems, this is much more troublesome than we thought, huh?" Elthia grimacing. His throbbing head of pain further aggravated the situation alone. It seemed, the effects of his long sleep were beginning to be felt. Elthia's view looks a little blurry right now.

"Actually, what was the reason they approached me?"

"Something she saw from you." Evander walked closer. He sat on the sofa that was available in Elthia's room. "Didn't it be before you disappeared before Astrella, that pitiful expression of hers, that moved you?"

He's still upset apparently.

Elthia grunting. The subtle insinuation Evander gave him did not bother him in the least. "I followed him because I wanted answers. However, as you know, they're much more observant than they seem."

Tristan and his other friends are very annoying. Instead of giving Elthia an answer after daring to take her away, Elthia was made even more curious about what they were hiding. Question after question that sprung up in his mind, instead of decreasing, it just increased more and more because of the presence of the two of them.

"I didn't get a single answer regarding their identity."

"What about the warning? It's impossible for that figure who looks so worried about you, to take you without any apparent reason, if he doesn't want to tell you something directly, right?"

Sighs. Elthia glanced at the mother. With her mother here, Elthia was afraid that what she would say could lead them to a dangerous situation. The warning Tristan gave him was quite sensitive. For her mother who is very sensitive. Just waiting for the matter of time alone, the two of them would be expelled from the Secilia academy if their mother found out about it.

It was impossible for Evander or Elthia to be left hanging out, let alone studying to a senior who looked dangerous. As a person who was very sensitive to something connected with the world of darkness, their mother was the first person, which Elthia hoped was not aware of regarding their relationship with Rio. The guide, as well as the owner of the red eyes that are believed to be cursed, who is now their guiding witch.

"Umm. He gave me one warning." Sipping saliva nervously. Elthia was agitated by the serious look of her mother's eyes directed at her.

I beg! Anyone, help me!

Exchanging opinions about the two men who also have the silver mane, quite fun. However, at the same time. To Elthia who held a secret, figuring out the identities of the two people felt like a double-edged sword to her.

"He warned me to t-"

"ELTHY!! I HEARD YOU'VE REALIZED!!"

The sudden arrival of Elenio by pushing the door rough, managed to cut off the words of Elthia. Elenio who hugged him tightly all of a sudden when she saw him sitting leaned back, was very surprising. Helaan was full of relief from his cousin, for some reason not the slightest made him feel happy.

"E-Elenio." Elthia glanced timidly at her uncle who was still standing at the door. The look of annoyance at the actions that Elenio did, was very clear in both of his moon netra.

"H-hey, Elenio." Elthia patted Elenio's back. As much as possible, Elthia motioned to her cousin to let go of his embrace. If not released. Maybe this cousin will be scolded all out by the other two men in this room.

"Elenio Illarion Antoinette."

Too late. Because Elenio is very insensitive to the circumstances around him. It seemed like the rescue attempt Elthia was trying to make, had ended up in vain. Elenio's ears were not safe from his father's jewels. While the eardrum of his ears, also did not escape the sharp reprimand of the father.

"You don't want your cousin killed for that hug, do you?"

Slow ringing that came out of Elenio's mouth, Elthia response in the form of a sigh. The guilt-ridden spot that Elenio was pointing at him, looked extremely pitiful.

"I forgive you."

Right after Elthia said that. Uncle Elthia, the father of Elenio, let go of his jewel. "Next time, don't repeat!" his reprimand, to Elenio who is now stroking his reddened ear plan. As soon as the obedient nod he got. Mr. Darien apologizes to Selenia's mother, Elthia.

"He's a lot like you, Darien." Madam Selenia chuckled. The awkward laugh that Mr. Darien showed, somehow made him feel like teasing the man even further.

"In fact, this careless nature is also the same as you."

"Oh. come on, Selenia...."

"Don't tease her too much, sister-in-law."

The soft voice that joined them, raised a line of mischievous smiles on the lips of mistress Selenia. The two green netra glanced at Athalita. Her sister-in-law who is very graceful, also looks to hold her laughter when paying attention to the wrong expression of her own husband.

"His adorable red face makes him look even more funny."

"Ehem."

Deheman slowly from Evander, managed to disperse the world of adults.

"Mother, I'll let you go first."

Not wanting to make that awkward atmosphere last for long. Evander. He greeted their uncles and aunts and begged the two who had given them a place to stay.

"Take care of yourself, Elthia." Evander stroked Elthia's head slowly. As he gave a hug, Evander whispered. "You still owe me an explanation."

Elthia sighed. What his twin brother said, was taken in by him.

"All right."

I'll explain everything to you, later.

The two twins were throwing gazes at each other. Both of their eyes, which have a different color, look glittering when exposed to the reflection of sunlight that began to sink, from behind the window.