Chapter 38: The Mystery of the Gray Valley
"Of course, the one that has been shining in the center of the constellation Eagle."
Following the fingers of her mother Irene, Iya looked at the sky in Hayes's expectant gaze, and her immature face actually faded the last trace of confusion.
"Then it must be the most beautiful star in the night sky, Mother, you say?"
Erin nodded, she carefully shook Ia's body, and the next moment, gently lifted the clothes from her daughter's right arm.
Hayes' eyes widened instantly.
Because he could clearly see that Iya's right arm was glowing.
It was the most heart-warming light he had ever seen in his life.
"Remember, when you were three years old, you received the blessing of the Grand Reverend of Eagle Valley, and whenever someone close to you touched your flesh, the angelic mark on your arm emitted a blue light."
"We believe that this will bring you good luck and make the entire Grey Valley family remember your voice and smile forever."
Erin said lightly, and then she noticed that Iya suddenly smiled happily.
"Then, when I grow up, I will guard you like an angel."
Hayes smiled.
The ancient family of Gray Valley will not forget the family affection of blood melting into water.
Even if you marry someone else one day, we will give you endless hope......
However, a year later, something unexpected happened......
On a misty night, Iya disappeared.
According to a private resident who claimed to be an eyewitness, Princess Ea had been to the banks of the "Watch Creek" in the center of Ashenvale in the evening.
"Didn't she bring her retinue with her?" At that moment, Hayes asked anxiously.
However, witnesses were unable to give a clear answer.
Everyone just knew that since then, Princess Ea had never returned to her residence in the castle.
Upon hearing such information, Lady Irene instantly burst into tears.
However, after surveying the scene, the cloud hunters found some incredible places.
Subsequently, he reported in detail to Hayes.
First of all, within a hundred meters of the vicinity of Iya's disappearance on the banks of the Creek of Watch, dark purple magic particles were mixed into the air, which, according to the Cloud Hunter, seemed to be related to a mysterious dark magic.
However, Lady Erin expressed disbelief, saying that no foreign magic could break through the barrier of Ashenvale, not even the Imperial Archmage Asidim.
I remember that at that time, the Cloud Hunter was silent at first, and then gave a further opinion.
"In addition to these, some gray-white spider silk was found at the scene, and the entourage who was supposed to accompany Princess Ea was found fainting in their home soon after."
Hayes frowned, this incident had far exceeded his expectations.
"Order, let the militia and the gray guards take action, and with the cooperation of the Eagle Knights, search for the whereabouts of Princess Iya throughout the entire Holy Wing Empire!"
"They won't be able to get far, while it's still too late."
However, the Archmage of Grey Valley, Andreas, told him in a lost way.
"Princess Iya is likely to have followed magic outside the empire at this time."
The gears of time were still running, and three months later, searchers from all walks of life brought back news of failure.
Even Riddle, who served in the imperial capital. Upon hearing the news, Greyvale rushed back, the father of Hayes and the true master of Eagle Valley.
However, Ia's traces are still gone......
Lady Irene wept bitterly over this, and soon fell ill.
It wasn't until now, a decade later, that Hayes saw new hope.
One day, on the edge of the Ivy Vine Forest, he saw a woman returning in full costume.
She was accompanied by several heavily armed Imperial soldiers.
When she came to the city gate, she gave her name like the other visitors.
"My name is Iya, and I'm back to see my mother and brother."
At this moment, Hayes's figure flashed to the side.
"What? Are you Ia? My dear sister, are you back? ”
"Hmm." She smiled lightly, her crescent-like eyebrows accentuating her smile.
Hayes stared intently.
Her face is still the same as when she was a child, but she has faded away from her former immaturity.
At this moment, she is dressed in a gorgeous white dress, her hair is decorated with simple and elegant jewelry, and her delicate face gives people a trance and haze like encountering a fairy.
Is this really my sister......
I haven't seen her for so many years, not only is she safe and sound, but she also brought her subordinates back?
So at that time, why did she leave without saying goodbye?
Too many questions swirled in Hayes's mind, and he approached the woman and hugged her tightly.
Her body seems to have a more mellow and strong fragrance than before......
Hayes welcomed her into the castle of the Valley of the Eagles, and her mother, Irene, was excited to meet her.
"Alas, if your father hadn't gone to the imperial capital, he would have been smiling by now......"
Iya nodded softly, and the family talked a lot together during the night.
"Ten years ago, a bright pillar of light suddenly appeared beside me, and I was taken to a new world by its call."
"It is full of lush trees and bright flowers, where angels and spirits sing and dance, and it does not disperse until sunset."
"In this joyful and fun atmosphere, I learned a lot of bright knowledge."
"My teacher, Ajel, loved nothing more than to run while holding my hand and teaching me all kinds of magical spells and knowledge."
"Over time, I've forgotten a lot of the past."
"It wasn't until I saw you today that I finally remembered that I was the most favored little girl in the entire Gray Valley family."
Hayes smiled slightly, and Lady Irene was still talking to Ia.
Suddenly, however, a strange figure loomed in Hayes's mind.
He thought about it for a long time before he finally understood.
It's the little girl who is in dust...... For a moment, an inexplicable feeling suddenly rose in his heart.
By the way, how is she now...... I'm going to see her.
As soon as he walked out of the gorgeous dining room, he saw the girl in the hallway.
Because of the light, he noticed that the girl's face was much cleaner.
He deliberately turned around as if he hadn't seen the other person.
Yes, he turned around and asked the servant beside him about the girl's current condition.
"She's also good at work, but she doesn't like to talk, so everyone doesn't like her very much."
The servant replied solemnly.