The Celestial Nursery

As the days passed, Mercury and Venus continued to shower Kratos with love and care, and the little planet thrived under their attention. Solara watched with a warm heart, impressed by the way the two planets had taken Kratos under their wing. She would often visit, bringing gifts of stardust and cosmic rays to help Kratos grow strong and healthy. Kratos, for his part, was enchanted by his new caregivers. He loved the way Venus's melodious voice could calm his fears and lull him to sleep, and he adored Mercury's playful antics, which always left him giggling. As he grew and learned, Kratos began to look up to Venus and Mercury as his parent planets, and he couldn't imagine life without them. One day, as Venus was teaching Kratos about the intricacies of planetary rotation, he gazed up at her with wide eyes and asked, "Mom, why do I spin so fast?" Venus smiled, her radiant surface glowing with warmth. "Ah, little one, it's because you're a young and energetic planet, full of life and vitality!" Kratos beamed with pride, feeling happy to be a part of the celestial family. Mercury, who was busy nearby, overheard the exchange and chimed in, "And don't forget, kiddo, you're also very close to the sun, which gives you an extra boost of energy!" Kratos's eyes sparkled as he looked at Mercury, and he said, "Dad, you're always so full of wisdom!" Venus and Mercury exchanged a glance, their expressions filled with a mix of joy and surprise. They had grown so accustomed to caring for Kratos that they hadn't realized he had begun to think of them as his parent planets. Solara, who was watching from a distance, smiled knowingly, aware that Kratos had found a sense of belonging and love with his new family. As the days turned into weeks, Kratos's bond with Venus and Mercury grew stronger. He would often snuggle up to them, listening to their stories of the ancient cosmos and learning about the secrets of the universe. The three planets became inseparable, and the other planets in the celestial family looked on with delight, happy to see Kratos thriving in his new home. But little did they know, Kratos's journey was just beginning, and his relationship with Venus and Mercury would soon be put to the test. The universe was full of mysteries and challenges, and Kratos, with his curious and adventurous spirit, was about to embark on a path that would take him to the farthest reaches of the celestial expanse.