A New Path - Chapter 241

A grandmaster in bending and master of magic, thanks to these to facts Amell had total control over most elements in existence. So, that is why he was able to walk directly on top of the water surface, which he was doing now. The question of why he was walking across the ocean like he had been doing for the last hour was simple. He was heading over to Tenrou Island, the island that belonged to Fairy Tail. There was someone on this Island that he wanted to talk to. Someone he did not fear as the rest of the world did.

Another couple of hours of casual walking on the ocean and Tenrou Island entered his sight. It was big, magnificent and beautiful, truly worthy its reputation as a holy land.

“He’s here, I can feel that cursed magic even from here.” Amell cracked his knuckled and smiled, “Well, no use standing around,” Like a fading shadow in daylight, his body disappeared and reappeared on the shores of the island. This was teleportation through the use of cosmic bending.

“That way,” Amell sensed his target’s specific location and started walking towards it. He didn’t rush it, instead, he walked causally and took in the beautiful scenery.

In the distance, he saw a quite young-looking man sitting down against a tree with closed eyes. His breathing was rhythmic and calm, indicating that he was most likely asleep. Amell let out a loud whistle that echoed around the forest, the young black-haired man opened his eyes wide and looked over at Amell.

“Only two people have that kind of magic power,” he said slowly. He stood up with the help of the tree and faced Amell. “You are not Acnologia. That only leaves, Portgas D Amell, the worlds first and oldest Saint. What are you doing here?” He asked in a soft tone.

“You knew this meeting was inevitable, I just helped speed up a fated meeting.” The two stood staring at each other. “Fate brought us together, is that what you’re saying? What if I don’t believe in fate?”

Amell chuckled, “God cursed you, revealing his existence to you, and you want to tell me fate does not exist. It might not be able to control powerful wizards like us, but it still guides us to what we will eventually do and see. Fate will always take us to where we are supposed to be, and it doesn’t matter how long that takes, it always happens.”

“Spoken like an old man. You have my respect, Amell.” He bowed slightly at Amell, “And you have mine, Zeref Dragneel!” Amell’s words slightly shocked Zeref. “So, you knew? Guess I shouldn’t have expected anything else from the most powerful wizard in history.” Zeref sat down against the tree again.

“From one old man to another, get some sun, you are unbelievably pale.” Amell walked over and sat down against a tree opposite Zeref.

“Funny. How has life been treating you?” Zeref didn’t bother being on guard against Amell, he sensed no genuine killing intent from him. Amell was the same, he was just here to talk.

“Pretty good. My son claimed the spot as the strongest wizard in his guild, and my disciple is not far behind.”

“Fairy Tail?” Zeref tilted his head to the side.

“Yeah, her guild. Do you remember?” Amell saw sorrow deep inside his eyes.

“How could I forget. I am immortal and my memories do not fade away as ages pass. Painful memories will haunt me forever, that is my curse.” Zeref clenched his fists.

“Do you want it gone?” Amell’s question caused Zeref to look up in anger. “Do not tease me, Amell. I do not take kindly to it.” His magic power started rising.

“I am not. I have been close to you for several minutes and nothing has happened. I assume you don’t have control, and that’s why you hide here on this Island.”

“I don’t want to forget the value of life, yet to walk among other people I must become a monster.” Zeref’s anger rose and black magic started rising from his body.

“Get away from me, Amell! it’s happening!” Zeref said and sat upon his knees. He screamed out, trying to keep it inside but the black magic wave was released and killed everything in his surrounding. Everything except Amell.

“I tell no lie, Zeref. I can remove your curse if you want.” Amell said seriously. Zeref’s magic couldn’t beat Amell who had control over the very energy the world is built on. With one thought, Amell had stopped the wave from spreading any further.

Zeref started crying to himself. “No, this curse is mine to bear. Until my mission on this land is done, I can not die or give away this magic. How about a rain check on that curse removal.” Zeref let out a frail smile.

“Any time you want your mortality back, come find me. You will remain my friend as long as you seek the best out of life.” Amell smiled and raised his fist. “Bump it!” He commanded the black wizard. Zeref did as instructed and when they touched, Zeref felt the sorrow leave his heart.

“I thank you, my friend. I shall fight hard to remember the value of human life.” He leaned back on the tree and closed his eyes.

“That is all I ask out of the great evil black wizard, Zeref!” Amell winked at him with a cheeky smile. His new friend and fellow immortal shook his head followed by a small chuckle. “I can’t remember the last time I had a conversation with someone that truly understand.”

“And here you went along and bragged about how great memory you have. Was that all talk, you little rascal.”

“You’re right, I do remember. Over a hundred years ago, with Mavis Vermillion. She understood me with just a gaze.” Zeref’s sorrow came rushing back.

“I know, she had that eerie ability to completely look through you with just one glance. Might have been that which made her such a good friend. Or lover, in your case.” Amell winked again and earned himself another chuckle from the black wizard. “I don’t know what you talking about,” Zeref said calmly.

“Of course you don’t. Beautiful place you picked to hide in, I must say.” The trees combined with the bright sunlight created a truly holy landscape that almost rivalled Paradise Island.

“I quite like it, it soothes me.”

“And Mavis residual magic in this land brings back great memories.” Amell did as Zeref and leaned back against the tree.

“Stop talking and enjoy the quiet!” Zeref said to Amell.

“Fine, this is the last time I will visit, you grump old man,” And so silence reigned supreme as they both sat and enjoyed the quiet together with the healthy breeze coming through from the sea.

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