Reincarnated With Three Unique Skills

On the main street of Arcadia City, not only Cedric and Iris but also many others had gathered.

They joined in excited chatter with the natives of nearby lands.

It quickly became a hub of chaotic gathering.

City Lord Longus and various other officials were absent from the city, leaving no one to maintain order.

Some people were lost, unable to find their loved ones, who hadn't been revived like they had.

So what's the point of reviving them if their loved ones are gone? To rot alone?

They were sad, but there was no one to provide proper explanations.

Cedric and Iris were alone, searching for their family members amidst this chaos.

Very soon, Iris spotted a small girl looking around curiously amidst the crowd of people.

"Luna!" Iris called out immediately.

Iris' little sister's ears perked up upon hearing the call.

She turned around, and her eyes brightened upon seeing her big sister.

"Iris sister!"

"Luna, thank God, you're here with me."

"Me too, Iris sister. But where is father, mother?" the little girl asked tearfully.

Iris sighed sadly and hugged Luna, "I don't know. I haven't found them yet. Hopefully we see them soon."

The two of them hugged each other, feeling a sense of relief and comfort, while Cedric stood alone, unable to find his brother or parents.

But seeing them together made him smile.

He was smart, so he could put some things together.

Maybe his family wasn't fortunate enough to get a second chance, or maybe something else was the reason.

That meant he was all alone.

"Hm..." Just then, Cedric noticed a figure who felt both familiar and unfamiliar at the same time.

It was a man wearing an imperial robe, his ethereal presence making each step feel like a hammer striking Cedric's heart.

Behind him, a few more noble figures followed.

Among them was a woman so breathtakingly beautiful that she seemed like a radiant goddess, holding a boy in her arms with a motherly grace. Then there were the men—figures with an aura beyond comprehension.

The crowd involuntarily cleared a path for them, as if guided by a mysterious force.

"Heavens! So powerful! Who are they?" an old woman muttered in astonishment.

"Some kind of nobility, maybe?" one person guessed.

"Nah, they are definitely far more special," an old man answered with pure solemnity.

As the man in the imperial robe came closer and his ethereal visage became clearer, some people suddenly felt an overwhelming urge to kneel.

It was not forced. It came from their very essence, as if it was only natural.

Thud!

"What's going on?"

"Why am I kneeling?"

"Me too..."

Panic spread. Some knelt instinctively, while others struggled to stand, gazing at the approaching figures with incredulity.

Just who were these people?

Why did the man ahead feel so familiar?

"Mommy, look... that man and the statue look alike," a boy suddenly pointed at the large statue in the distance.

Hearing the boy's remark, everyone gasped in astonishment.

"It's true... they look so much alike."

"Indeed—same build, same clothes, same temperament, and the same grace..."

"He is our Emperor, the God of Ruination!"

Realization dawned upon them as they recognized the other figures as well.

The three guardians—Ice, Fire, and Earth—Aria, the First Empress, Wargod Drake, the First Commandment Quin… the very figures whose legends they had read about in books and recent texts on warfare.

"If everything is true, then that boy must be the First Prince, Aron, whose homecoming and Awakening Ceremony was held before thousands of Star Dominators. Incredible!"

"Yes, how fortunate we are to witness their divine presence among us. We never could have hoped to see them in our lifetime."

"Indeed, it feels like I'm in a dream."

On the other hand, Cedric and Iris' eyes went wide as saucers as they noticed the resemblance between the Emperor and someone from their past.

"Am I seeing things right, Cedric? Why does this Emperor look so much like Ethan?" Iris asked suspiciously, gripping Luna's hand tightly.

"Yeah, I think so too, Iris. But his name is said to be Aengus Degaro, isn't it?" Cedric replied in confusion.

But then—

To their shock, the group of exalted figures suddenly changed direction.

They were heading straight toward Cedric and Iris.

Cedric and Iris flinched, feeling the pressure and attention from the crowd.

Cedric's eyes met the man's, and somehow, he felt a deep sense of familiarity. The man's lips slowly curved into a soft smile, as did Aria's.

"Welcome back, Cedric, Iris," Aengus said, pulling both of them into a small hug.

His broad shoulders, coupled with his increased height and mature appearance, made their suspicions clearer.

"Yes, that's right. I am Ethan. It's nice to see you two after so long."

Iris trembled as she stuttered, "Ethan? You're Ethan? Unbelievable!" She covered her mouth in disbelief.

"Cedric! Iris!"

Suddenly, Yona's excited voice rang from behind them.

Yona rushed forward and embraced Iris with enthusiasm, though she was careful not to hurt her.

"I missed you both," she said sincerely, looking straight into Iris's eyes.

"Yona?" Iris echoed. "You've grown so much."

Yona chuckled, regaining her composure. "Yes, Iris. It's been seven years, after all."

"Seven years…" Cedric repeated, his gaze fixed on Ethan, who had grown remarkably over the years.

His mood dimmed as he realized he would never have the chance to catch up with Aengus.

"You brought everyone back, Etha—Your Majesty. But where are my family… and the others?" Cedric questioned in a blaming tone.

Aengus met Cedric's gaze, his expression calm yet filled with warmth.

"I did bring back many, but not all," he admitted. "Some have already reincarnated, their souls moving on to new lives. I chose not to interfere with their fate."

Cedric's fists clenched slightly. "So… my family…"

Aengus placed a reassuring hand on his shoulder. "I'm sorry, Cedric. But not everyone was meant to return."

Cedric's heart ached at the confirmation. He had hoped, just maybe, his family would be among those revived. But now, he had to accept the truth.

Iris, standing beside him, sensed his turmoil and gently took his hand in hers. "At least we're together again, Cedric. That counts for something, doesn't it?"

Cedric took a deep breath before nodding. "Yeah… it does."

Aengus smiled slightly, glancing at Yona, who was beaming with happiness at the reunion.

"We should talk somewhere else."

"Yes, we should."

The others nodded, feeling the need to disappear from the fanatical crowd.