Chapter 51: Chapter 51: The First Baby!
Aurelius and Narberal returned to E-Rantel. Upon their arrival, they headed straight to the Adventurer's Guild to present the evidence of the Giant Basilisk subjugation and the certificate of completion for the Holy Kingdom nomination request, signed by the Holy Queen Calca herself.
"Just a moment, please!" exclaimed the receptionist, glancing at it, before she hurried off to inform the Guildmaster about this significant accomplishment.
Soon after, Aurelius and Narberal were invited into the conference room, where they met with the guildmaster to discuss their achievements. The head of the guild gazed at Aurelius with an expression of astonishment.
"It's an undeniable fact... I hereby declare you both as Adamantite-rank adventurers from now on... Congratulations..."
"Of course," Aurelius responded with a confident nod.
In that moment, E-Rantel witnessed the birth of two new Adamantite-rank adventurers, the highest rank achievable.
Until now, the Re-Estize Kingdom had only two teams of Adamantite-rank adventurers. But with this declaration, a third team had emerged.
The arrival of this new Adamantite-rank team, which appeared like a comet, was met with widespread praise by the people.
After all, Lucifer and Nabe had not only resolved the Undead Cemetery case, subdued the Giant Basilisk, and fulfilled the nomination request from the Roble Holy Kingdom, killing tens of thousands of Demi-Humans, but also successfully completed numerous other significant requests.
Their heroic deeds and unparalleled achievements earned them a variety of fitting nicknames.
Lucifer, disguised as Aurelius, was honored with titles such as the Silver Warrior, the Platinum Sword King, and the Living Legend, while Narberal, disguised as Nabe, was celebrated with names like the Jet-Black Beauty, the Jet-Black Magic Caster, and the Beautiful Princess.
Ultimately, Aurelius became widely known as the Platinum Sword King, and Narberal was celebrated as the Beautiful Princess.
Thus, the kingdom's third Adamantite-rank team, «Platinum», was established in record time. It was an unprecedented occurrence.
The news of their emergence quickly reached the ears of another existing Adamantite-rank team, «Blue Rose», in the Re-Estize kingdom.
"Hey, shortie. What are you thinking about?"
"Are you there, Gagaran?"
"Yes, it's me. Are you concerned about something?"
"I was just thinking about the new adamantite adventurers in E-Rantel."
"Hoo~ is that bothering you too? I've heard the rumors as well. It's hard to believe they're achieving such feats so quickly. Wasn't their team called Platinum? I heard there's a warrior named Lucifer and a skilled magic caster named Nabe."
"It's indeed fascinating."
"Isn't it? What do you want to do? Should we secretly meet these newcomers?"
"We'll meet them eventually. There's no need to go out of our way."
"Ah~ do you always have to be like this, Shortie?"
"I'm not going."
"Well, if that's your stance, then so be it. Tell me if you change your mind."
"I'll think about it."
Even though she said so, Evil Eye from Blue Rose etched the name Lucifer into her mind.
"I'd like to meet you someday," she whispered to herself.
...
In the hallways on the ninth floor of the Great Underground Tomb of Nazarick, Aurelius stood in front of a black hinged door, passing time as his eyes darted here and there in contemplation, when suddenly.
-Creak!
The door swung open, revealing two figures: Foire and Cixous, two regular maids of Nazarick.
Aurelius glanced at Foire. As his eyes roved over her slightly altered maid outfit, his gaze lingered on the white thighs exposed with every step she took. He could feel his cock hardening at the sight.
"Greetings, Aurelius-sam," they both said, bowing respectfully.
"How is Albedo?" he asked.
Cixous, with her long golden hair cascading down, replied.
"Albedo-Sama is safe. She is currently waiting for you, Aurelius-sama, in the bedroom."
"Good work. Wait outside for a while. I have some matters to attend to, and I will be back soon."
"Yes, sir."
Aurelius walked past them and entered the bedroom at the far end.
The door creaked open, and inside, he saw Albedo lying on a large bed, holding a tiny baby in her arm. Her cheeks were flushed, her breathing was heavy, and her hair was damp with sweat.
Seeing Aurelius, Albedo's face lit up. She held up the baby, her laughter brimming with joy.
"Aurelius-sama, you are here..."
"I'm here, Albedo. How are you feeling?"
"Everything's alright. I've been admiring our child because she's so cute."
"This child..."
"Yes, she is. This is the first child of Aurelius-Sama and me, a blend of our blood."
"Ah."
With a trembling hand, Aurelius caressed their child's soft sleeping cheek. The sight of her soundly asleep warmed Aurelius's cold inner world.
Her hair was white, just like Aurelius's. Though her eyes were closed, Albedo had said that they seemed to have inherited her golden hue.
The child's white hair, along with a pair of horns protruding from the sides of her head and her snow-white skin, made her appear ethereal. She had the perfect blend of Aurelius's and Albedo's features.
Her sharp eyes resembled those of Aurelius, while her nose was delicate and reminiscent of Albedo's.
'When she grows older, she will surely be a beauty to be proud of.'
"Have you decided on a name for her?"
"I haven't decided yet... I'd like Aurelius-sama to name her."
Albedo's golden eyes turned to Aurelius.
"Indeed, since she's our first child, we need to choose carefully."
Aurelius pondered for a moment.
"Adara Nova Lucifer... I thought Crystal would represent a brilliant ruler. But instead, I named her Adara, wishing for her to stay on a good path and become a beautiful, noble, and kind person."
"Adara Nova Lucifer... Yes, that's a very good name."
"Do you like it?"
"Yes, Adara. How about Ada as a nickname?"
"Ada sounds perfect. Let's go with that."
Adara Nova Lucifer.
She was the firstborn child of Aurelius and Albedo, becoming the eldest daughter of Aurelius, the absolute ruler of the Great Underground Tomb of Nazarick.
"Aurelius-sama, look at this. She squeezed my fingers in her sleep as if to say she liked the name Adara."
"I see. Judging by her face, it seems she does."
Aurelius and Albedo gazed at Adara with happy smiles.
"What are your plans now?"
"I can't rest just because I gave birth. As a member of Nazarick, I must remain diligent as the general manager of the guardians."
"No, you misunderstood the question... Anyway, Albedo, spend a month with Adara and give your body some rest."
"But!"
"It's an order."
"Fine, I'll do as you say..."
Aurelius gently stroked Albedo's soft hair.
"Rest peacefully, and raise our child with the help of the maids. I will instruct them to dedicate themselves to the child's care and your well-being."
"Are you leaving?"
"I have to go to the eighth floor to check on something. But don't worry, I will come again as soon as I can."
Aurelius stood up, twisted the doorknob, and was about to leave when Albedo hurriedly called out to him again.
"Aurelius-sama!"
"What is it?"
"Um, husband... I love you..."
"I see. Now that we're married... I also love you, Albedo, my wife."
"Hick..."
Albedo's face flushed red, like a carrot. Aurelius chuckled, smiling warmly at her as he exited the room.
"Cixous, Foire."
"Yes, Aurelius-sama."
"Call Pestonya to assist. Ensure that Albedo and the child receive proper care under her guidance."
"We will follow Aurelius-Sama's command."
That was how Adara Nova Lucifer, a half dragon and half demon, was born in Nazarick.
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