Raul's POV
I was thinking.
The gift I gave to Fenrir ensured that she'd always be full, even with a small amount of food — and she knew that.
I hope Hel learned that after I left, because if Fenrir ever gets hungry, she goes insane.
In myths, Fenrir has one of the biggest trust issues ever.
That's why no one tried to understand her.
Everyone who got close just wanted her power.
Ah, that kiss from Hel was surprising at the time, but honestly, disgusting for me.
I'm not gay.
I still remember the memories of my previous world; my traumas don't let me forget.
My mother was a prostitute, not something you ever get over.
Watching your mother get fucked in front of you when you're five is not a good thing.
Even my father couldn't say a word about it.
After Hel kissed me, I actually threw up later. I just didn't do it in front of her so she wouldn't be offended.
Suddenly, I felt someone shake my shoulder.
"What's wrong, Raul? Come on, we have to start the stream."
"Hmm, yeah… I don't know, I just don't feel good," I said.
No matter how strong Micah seemed, he was still weak — just like me.
Artemis moved the keyboard for me. "Come on, let's start. Don't be a crybaby."
Then we went live.
Since Artemis is a goddess, if mortals saw her in her divine form, they'd probably go into shock. That's why I asked her to suppress that auto-beauty aura of hers.
"Hey everyone, long time no see. It's been a month," I said with a fake smile at the camera.
--Raul, move over, I can't see the girl next to you.
--Who's that bitch stealing my Raul?
--You disappeared for a whole month!
Artemis was reading the chat, smiling at some comments and frowning at others."Uh, I'd be happier if you focused on Raul instead of me. And I'm Art — Raul's girlfriend."
--You sound so mature. Did you bribe Raul with candy?
--I knew someone would steal my Raul.
"Glad everyone loves me, but let's change the subject," I said quickly before Artemis lost her temper; otherwise, she'd literally destroy the world.
--Princess Seraphine won't gonna like this.
--The man she wanted to marry is with another woman…
--Raul rejected her from the start; she doesn't have a say.
I nodded. "Yeah, I'm wanted all across the Valentine Empire, but finding me is nearly impossible, and they never will."
Artemis laughed. "Hhh, exactly! The Valentine family is a total idiot. Those people are dumb — actually, why is everyone acting dumb?"
"Idiots flirting with idiots. They all chase something meaningless. Power? The hunger for power can never be satisfied. Money? Humans always want more. Women? Even if a man sleeps with every woman on Earth, he'd explore space just to find out if there are more women out there to lust after."
--I spoke at length, trying to show Artemis the true nature of humanity.
--You talk like you don't have any desires yourself.
--Don't act like you've never had sex with your girlfriend.
--You rich or something?
--Ohhh, Raul's in philosopher mode again.
Artemis shook her head. "Even if Raul did have desires, they're not about money or lust. He doesn't have any sexual urge. I can confirm that."
I squinted at her. "Art, don't say things like that out loud."
"What? I'm just telling the truth," said Artemis.
--Okay, Mr. Perfect.
--Iris von Dragnar is apparently having a mental breakdown because of you.
--Yeah, she destroyed half the palace out of pride — that empress really can't handle rejection.
--Keep mocking dragons and you'll remember why people fear them.
--Bet he couldn't last a minute in bed, says the jealous one.
"Don't mock dragons. Iris von Dragnar wasn't really at fault; she just got too proud and needed a reality check."
Artemis laughed. "Dragons are always proud. Pfft, reality's a bitch, and once you get that, life gets easier." She slammed her hand on the table.
"Art, calm down… you're gonna start a war."Because dragons' pride was higher than she realized — they'd do anything to prove their superiority.
--Elves are proud, too.
--Demons as well.
--And humans.
"Guys, this isn't a 'who's more prideful' contest. Remember, empires are watching this stream."
[Iris von Dragnar: Yes, and I don't think I'm wrong.]
Artemis laughed loudly. "HAHAHAHA! You don't think you're wrong? Even Raul isn't as prideful as you, and he's stronger!"
I smacked the back of her head. "IDIOT! What the hell are you saying!?"
She almost revealed my identity, and if that happened, not one, but all empires would be hunting me down.
[Victoria von Florence: Raul, it's been a while. Bella and the other maids miss you…]
[Seraphine von Valentine: RAUL COME BACK! I WON'T JUDGE YOU BECAUSE OF THAT VIXEN NEXT TO YOU!!!]
[Iris von Dragnar: If you're so strong, face me.]
"I'd be happy to visit you, Empress, but you'd regret ever wanting to see me," I said, giving the camera a side-eye.
Artemis pointed at the screen. "Seraphine or whatever your name is. You don't deserve Raul, BITCH! Accept reality and move on with your life!"
I gently pushed Artemis down to her seat. "Forget it, Art. Victoria, thank you for asking about me. I'm sorry for causing trouble in your duchy."
I leaned closer to the camera.
--Oh my god, Victoria's so brave.
--Seraphine, give up! You can't beat the goddess Art.
--Iris von Dragnar picking fights again? Classic.
--Raul-sama, check your DMs — I sent nudes!
--Bitch, you succubus slut, you can't seduce Raul!
--You're just jealous because you didn't get the pictures first!
Artemis reached out her hand. "What?" I said, and now she is giving me a weird look. "Give me your phone. Now."
I handed it over, and she slipped it between her breasts. "You'll get it back later. Research purposes."
[Iris von Dragnar: Hope you don't cry when you face me.]
[Seraphine von Valentine: Art, you bitch! Stop seducing my Raul!]
[Victoria von Florence: It's good to see you happy, Raul. I hope you stay that way.]
"Thanks, Victoria. See you soon at the academy."Artemis smiled. "Yeah, I'll be there with Raul too," she said, winking at me.
--This academy year's gonna be wild…
--YOOO LET'S GOO
--Raul, I'm at the academy too. If you and Art break up, I can comfort you~
"Alright, everyone, that's enough. Artemis, let's play our new song."Artemis grabbed her electric guitar while I moved the camera to show the room.
"Ready, everyone!?" I shouted.
--LET'S FUCKING GOOOO
--ROCK TIME, BABY!
--PLAY US THE NEW SONG!
--TAKE ME WITH YOU!!!
Artemis bumped shoulders with me, grinning.I positioned the camera and started the drums — playing by themselves thanks to magic.
🎸 "Living easy, living freeee
Season ticket on a one-way ride
Asking nothing, leave me be
Taking everything in my stride
Don't need reason, don't need rhyme…"
Artemis playing the guitar while I sang as crazy, both of us shouting the lyrics—
🎶 "Ain't nothing I would rather do
Going down, party time
My friends are gonna be there too, yeah!"
Artemis went wild, swinging her hair — her wild nature showing through completely.
🎶 "I'm on the road to hell
On the road to hell
ROOOAD TO HELL
I'M ON THE ROAD TO HELL!"
The song went on like that.
At the end, we looked at each other and burst into laughter.
"HAHAHAHAHAHA!"We laughed until our stomachs hurt, hair all messy and faces sweaty.
--THAT'S ROCK, BABY!
--AGAIN!
--AGAIN!
-- I JUST THREW MY BROTHER OUT THE WINDOW!
--MY MOM ASKED WHY I WAS SCREAMING AND I SAID: I'M ON THE ROAD TO HELL!!!
--WTF! COME TO NOCTHRAL!!!
"Guys, thank you! See you in another stream!" Artemis and I waved and turned off the camera.
"That was a good stream, Artemis."
"Yeah, Raul. One of the happiest moments of my life," she said, softly tapping my chest.
If anyone saw Raul like this… they'd never guess he was that entity.