Chapter 31 - His Regret IITyran was staring at me, still in a state of shock. I was also shocked because I couldn't process all that was happening. Her sister appeared and disappeared...I felt her hands wrapped around my neck as she pulled me into a tight embrace. "We have to reach the village as soon as possible," she said, and I nodded in her arms as we both vanished into thin air.We reappeared in a clearing; it was the spot where I had roasted the meat of a Direbrinbare. I thought we would appear in the village. I bet I was wrong.She grabbed my left wrist, and we started running forward, her legs still not touching the ground. "Sorry... I can't take us straight to the village." She apologized as if it was her fault.I knew if she was alone, she would get to the village in no time. So, I'm the burden here, not her.We arrived in the village after a long run. I was so exhausted, and so was she. Smoke filled the air from different directions, buildings were destroyed. The ground w

Chapter 33 - Flower Magic II***KAEL'S POV***I sprinted after her, and for that very moment, I forgot that I was going to die.I stopped sprinting to catch my breath, but Tyran seemed nowhere near tired. I think she suspected I was no longer keeping up, so she ran all the way back to me."They're coming," she announced, and I unsheathed my sword. Almost immediately, I started hearing the thumping sound. It was supposed to be a sneak attack, but it seemed they saw Tyran already."Come, let's lead them to a clearing. I can't risk them destroying my days of hard work," I said, grabbing Tyran's wrist."It's too late. We have been surrounded," she replied. That was when I looked around to see that truly, we were surrounded by these gruesome creatures.Fear gripped me instantly. This was bigger than the magical monsters I faced earlier. Their mouths were much bigger, and their skin much thicker.Tyran was already shaking in my grip, but I held tightly to the sword, waiting for them to atta

Chapter 35 - The Trollocs"The Trollocs. They're here for the spoils of war," he trembled on his feet.The name 'Trolloc' seemed to cause tension in the room as Liam's forelimbs started shaking.Apart from the Direbrinbare, the Trollocs were also gruesome creatures."Don't panic. I shall handle them," I said, getting to my feet. I've faced a couple of Trollocs; handling them shouldn't be that hard.I staggered out of the room while Liam and Mitsuri followed from behind. The cool breeze touched my skin, and I felt relaxed as I belched out loudly.It was nightfall, and the moon shone brightly. The marching sound of the Trollocs could be heard as they proceeded while I staggered to the fence prepared by the villagers prior to the Direbrinbares attack.I wasn't even in the mood to fight. I had eaten my fill and felt sleepy, but I still managed to get to the other side of the fence, standing face to face with the Trollocs who looked surprised.They were surprised that everyone was still al

(Omniscient POV) Three days ago, after the war between Kael, the great-grandson of Adam, and the Direbrinbares, a terrifying race of magical monsters, a sinister event transpired. As Kael's presence diminished, a hand surged out of the remains of the Direbrinbares. It was a giant red hand with sharp claws. A cry was heard as the hand struggled to touch the ground. When it finally did, another hand surged out, also struggling to touch the earth.After the two hands were firmly placed upon the earth's crust, a head emerged, and the remains of the Direbrinbares took on a humanoid form. The being stood up, emitting a terrifying aura that shook the entire forest. Its body was covered in red scales, and it was slightly taller than the Trollocs. Black spots dotted its body, and its two black eyes were set deep within its wide mouth, filled with teeth as sharp as its claws.It was a curse—the first-born curse in the realm of Aetheria. Born from the essences of the Direbrinbares, it was the

Chapter 39 - The Mission The Armed Nation of Dwargon is governed by the High Council, which enacts laws, oversees trade and defense, and manages diplomatic relations with other nations.The High Council comprises representatives from the major noble houses, influential guilds, and scholars. The highest member of the High Council is the High Chancellor, a position elected from among the council members.The Armed Nation of Dwargon is divided into several Noble Houses, each controlling specific regions and resources. However, four houses are the most influential and capable of producing the High Chancellor: House Stoneforge, House Ironfist, House Balmoral, and the ruling house, House Dougor.Lord Dougor is the High Chancellor of the Armed Nation of Dwargon. He holds the highest power over the High Council members, nobles, merchants, artisans, and commoners. He succeeded his father and took the title of Lord Dougor. Despite having more enemies than allies, he is respected by every citiz