********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..The people of the planet had varied reactions to the battle that they had witnessed. Some were in awe of the sheer scale of the event, while others were overwhelmed by the devastation that they had seen. There were those who were filled with a sense of hope and inspiration, while others were left feeling helpless and vulnerable.As they gathered together to talk about what they had seen, there was a sense of camaraderie and shared experience that permeated their conversations. They talked about the bravery of the soldiers who had fought in the battle and the incredible power of the being known as Erick Dahl. They shared their own fears and doubts, wondering if they would ever be able to face such a threat themselves.Some were excited by the prospect of what the future might hold, imagining new technologies and strategies that could help them protect themselves in case of another attack. Others were more cautious, fearing that the bat
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..Blossom Park is a sanctuary of tranquility nestled in the heart of a bustling city. It's a place where love is in the air, and the atmosphere is filled with a serene sense of romance. As you walk through the entrance, you're greeted by the sweet aroma of blooming flowers, which are scattered across the park's lush greenery.The first thing that catches your eye is a beautiful fountain that stands tall in the center of the park, surrounded by a small pond filled with graceful swans. The soothing sound of the water splashing against the stone fountain, combined with the chirping of birds and the rustling of leaves, creates a melodic symphony that immediately calms your mind and rejuvenates your soul.As you explore further, you come across a myriad of winding paths, each one offering a different vista of the park's natural beauty. You walk down a path, and it leads you to a quaint wooden bench, which overlooks a small lake shimmering in
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..As Erick was led towards the office, he couldn't help but notice the massive change in the structure. The building that he once remembered as a small, modest structure now towered above him, stretching towards the clouds. Its exterior screamed luxury, with the finest materials used to construct its walls, and the glass front was designed with intricate patterns that sparkled in the sunlight.Aashi's voice pulled Erick out of his reverie, and he turned to her, wondering how long he had been gone for. "So how long was I gone for this time?" he asked, his eyes still transfixed on the towering structure in front of him."It's been three months, four days, and thirty minutes since you left," Aashi replied, her voice brimming with pride. "In that time, the StarDust Group has transformed from a simple group to one of the world's top conglomerates. I've worked tirelessly to ensure that nothing gets in the way of our growing success."As Aashi
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..….."So you did help your new friends, by the way. How are they?" Erick asked with a wide smile, impressed by Aashi's commitment to helping her friends.Aashi's face lit up as she began to speak, her voice laced with enthusiasm. "Kristine-san is her usual self, constantly complaining about the workload at her pharmaceutical company. Aisa-san has been busy managing her growing hotel chain, while Hana-san has been designing new and unique fashion concepts using materials sourced from nature's beasts."As she recounted her friends' successes, Aashi couldn't help but smile with pride. "I offered them a helping hand at first, but after seeing their remarkable progress, I suggested investing in their businesses for future growth, which they readily accepted."Erick nodded in approval. "That's great news for them. I've been thinking about visiting them myself."Aashi let out a playful laugh, her eyes sparkling mischievously. "Oh, are you missing
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..….."Vroom!" "Vroom…!!"With the roaring sound of the engine, Erick started the car and sped towards Camilo Pharmaceuticals.The nearby scenery passed by in a blur as they weaved through the streets, navigating through a sea of other vehicles. "Screeeech…!!"The screeching of tires filled the air as Erick slammed on the brakes, the car coming to a sudden halt in front of a towering structure that bore the Camilo Pharmaceutical Board.The building's front design had changed, its futuristic style a stark contrast to its previous appearance. It was clear that the company had become a top-tier pharmaceutical giant, with no one to match them in the industry. Aashi cleared his confusion, remarking that the unique office building was befitting of a company of their stature.Erick chuckled at the thought of Kristine's reaction to the new building, wondering if it had been her idea. Aashi, on the other hand, could only sweat-drop as she remembere
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..Laughter echoed through the room as Aashi, Erick, and Aisa chatted, the atmosphere charged with the joyful energy of good friends. The trio had been catching up for a while now, reminiscing about old times and making new memories. As the night wore on, Erick proposed a drinking party, inviting Aisa's friends Kristine and Hana to join in on the fun."Obviously, I would do the cooking and make you the best dinner you will be tasting!" Erick exclaimed with a confident grin, his mind already conjuring up plans for a delicious feast.Aisa raised an eyebrow, her playful smile revealing her amusement at Erick's bold statement. "Are you that confident about your cooking skills?""Absolutely," Erick replied, his smile never faltering. "And you're going to love it."Aashi nudged Erick, a mischievous glint in her eye. "Don't mind him, Aisa-san. The party sounds great, though. We could all use a little fun."Aisa nodded in agreement, accepting Er
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..As they settled into their chairs at the table, Erick gestured to the array of delicious treats that he had prepared for them. There were handcrafted chocolates, rich coffee, and a variety of snacks and sweets made with natural, energy-filled ingredients.The ladies couldn't help but feel their mouths water at the sight and scent of the food before them. They eagerly reached for the treats, savoring the flavors and textures with each bite.As they ate, Erick explained that all the ingredients were sourced from the natural world. They were not only delicious but also had a host of health benefits. They were a perfect example of the kind of natural power that this new, energized world could provide.Aisa was the first to speak up, her curiosity and intrigue palpable. "So what you are saying is that you and Aashi are both Naturalists, those people who wield unimaginable powers in their fingertips!"Hana's eyes widened in realization as s
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..…..As she moved closer, the wolves surged forward, their teeth gleaming in the dappled light. "Grrrrrr…!" they growled, their bodies tense and ready to pounce.With a swift, fluid motion, Aashi lashed out, her body moving in a blur as she delivered a series of lightning-fast strikes. The air was filled with the sound of flesh hitting flesh and the sharp yelps of wounded animals."Howl….!!"Erick watched from a safe distance, his eyes fixed on Aashi's movements. He knew she was skilled in the art of combat, but he warned her to be mindful of the force she exerted on the animals.As the last of the wolves retreated, Aashi stood tall, her body poised and ready for any further attacks. The clearing was filled with the sound of her breathing, the soft rustle of leaves, and the fading growls of the wounded animals.With a nod to Erick, Aashi turned to face the shadowy figure lurking behind the trees. "Who are you?" she called out, her voice re
............Aashi gently pried Yuyun from her embrace, whispering soothing words to the frightened child. "Alright Yuyun, let's go. We need to save those big sisters and brothers over there, okay?" She placed Yuyun on her back and quickly moved towards the cries.Erick and Aashi turned and sprinted towards the explosions. Aashi headed to where the injured were, while Erick ran towards the Malice Creatures attacking the elven guards.As Erick reached the first defense wall, he saw the extent of the destruction. The once strong barrier was now a smoldering ruin, and dark, twisted Malice Creatures were pouring through the breach."Boom... Boom... Ahhhh...!" The elves were fighting valiantly, but they were clearly outmatched. Their traditional weapons and combat techniques were ineffective against the Malice Creatures, which seemed impervious to normal attacks.Erick moved forward, energy leaking from his hands, blades of wind and fire shimmering with a strange, ethereal light. "Let's
............"Splash...!!""Whoa... how much energy did you put into that attack, Master?" Aashi asked in wonder, looking at the explosion and the water splashing over their shield."Not much, but enough to crush that annoying portal to bits," Erick replied, glancing down to ensure no traces of dark, foul energy remained. While the area was cleared, some fish-shaped Malice Creatures had been flung into the distance and were being erased slowly."Master, can you leave the rest to me?" Aashi asked, sensing her master's thoughts."Oh, okay. I'll take care of little Yuyun for you," Erick smiled and nodded before crouching down to pat the little girl on the head."He he... Big Brother!" Little Yuyun giggled, enjoying the affection."Okay then, watch how Big Sis handles those bad monsters!" Aashi said with a smile. She stepped onto the water's surface, running across it just like Erick, without causing any ripples."Boom... Bam...!!"Loud noises echoed as Aashi handled the Malice Creatures
............Aashi paused, listening intently. The sound came again, a weak cry. They immediately searched for the source and found what appeared to be the remains of a house, left in ruins after being devoured by the Malice Creatures. Beneath a pile of rubble, they lifted the debris and found a young girl, her body battered and bruised, but barely alive. Her eyes were shut, and her body quivered nonstop from all the pain.Erick immediately used his Origin arts to heal her and fed her a life-saving potion he carried in his storage. Before long, the little girl was cured, and her body returned to a healthy state, making Erick and Aashi sigh in relief.“It’s okay, you’re safe now,” Aashi said softly, lifting the girl gently.The girl coughed, opened her eyes, and whispered, “Thank you…”Erick knelt beside them, his expression softening. “You’re a brave one, aren’t you? Can you tell us if there are any others?” he asked, seeing the girl calming down.The girl shook her head weakly. “E
............“Oh, let me introduce my Master to you. He is the person who eliminated all the malice creatures in this area and the one who made me follow you guys.” Aashi smiled as she proudly introduced Erick to the kids and the Elder.The Elder and the children looked at Erick with awe and curiosity, their gratitude toward Aashi extending naturally to him.“Thank you, Master,” the Elder said, bowing deeply. “Your actions have saved our tribe's future.”Erick nodded, a small smile on his face. “I’m glad we could help. Your strength and resilience are admirable. Even though you lost so many of your tribesmen, you still didn't lose your will and continue to protect the children. It's commendable courage.”Aashi glanced at the children, noticing their worn clothes and tired expressions. “Do you have enough supplies and food? It looks like you’ve been struggling.”The Elder sighed. “We’ve been running low on food and we don’t even have a warm place to stay now. The malice creatures have
…………"This is not good; they are suffering from the bitter ice-cold!" The adult man observed them and realised they were suffering from an illness common among the tribe's people living in these cold plains.“I don’t have any medicine to cure them, damn it,” the man muttered, frustration evident in his voice as he watched their condition worsen.In normal times, he could easily help them with their cold, but now he couldn’t leave to search for medicine. Going out would be like signing his own death warrant if those creatures caught their scent.“What should I do? At this rate, these children won't be able to endure the cold and will succumb to it. No... no... I can't let that happen. These few children are all that's left of our ice tribe!” The elder felt a deep bitterness inside, trapped in a situation where every option seemed doomed.“Boom... Boom...!!”He heard loud noises and movement in the distance, and the tremors suggested that the Malice Creatures had picked up his trail.“
*******…………"Isn't this the east side, right?" Erick asked, feeling a little confused by the scene he was seeing.Erick and Aashi arrived after flying for hours, but they didn't see any forest there."Yes, it should be the east," Aashi nodded, having already calculated the direction when they flew here."So where is the forest that is supposed to be here, and what about the tribe residing here!" Erick muttered, looking at the distance with no forest or vegetation around, only the black, charcoal-like grounds were left."Master, I am sensing a foul stench from there!" Aashi's nose suddenly perked up, and she pointed in a certain direction, detecting an unusual foul scent."Hmm, this isn't supposed to be here!" Erick and Aashi flew in that direction and arrived there.It was a place that looked like a wrecked village or something, with a well made out of sand and mud mixed with blackish substances.Erick felt familiarity with the substances filling the well. After sending his energy d
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..….."Thank you, Elder Ilona, for enlightening us. We are sincerely grateful for your invaluable assistance," Erick and Aashi expressed their gratitude with utmost respect, acknowledging the wisdom and guidance of the revered priestess.Elder Ilona, with a gentle shake of her head, dismissed any notion of inconvenience. A warm smile adorned her face as she conveyed her genuine pleasure in their company. "No, no trouble at all. In fact, I relish your presence. Do pay me another visit in the future," she suggested, her eyes gleaming with joy at the prospect of their return.Erick and Aashi nodded appreciatively, bidding Elder Ilona a proper farewell as they took their leave. Their gestures conveyed their gratitude and respect for the priestess, who had graciously shared her knowledge with them.As they emerged from Elder Ilona's abode, Elder Ryfang awaited their return, a patient figure in the fading light. His curiosity piqued, he inquired
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..….."Welcome, young ones," she spoke in a voice that was both soft and melodic. "I have been expecting you."Erick and Aashi exchanged greetings before settling onto the cushions that had been laid out for them. The woman before them exuded a sense of accomplishment, as though she had achieved great things in her life and had the love and respect of nature itself."Thank you, Elder, for having us," Erick said, his voice full of gratitude and admiration.The Elder smiled warmly at the two guests before her. "So, what would you like to hear first? I will do my best to answer all of your queries, but first, let me introduce myself."Ilona, the guardian of the small wolf tribe and priestess who oversaw the ceremonies held in the clearing, introduced herself with grace and poise. Her name carried weight and respect, and Erick and Aashi felt a pleasant warmth to be in her presence."I am Erick Dahl, and this is my companion, Aashi," Erick intro
********…..….." " Speech,' ' Thoughts,…..….."It's….it's alright!" Chieftain hurriedly replied while hiding his fear and reverence coming from his heart."Ahem, let me introduce you, Chief Ulric, this young man is Master Erick Dahl and she is his companion, Madame Aashi. And you both already know our chief Ulric name and she is the mate of Chief Ulric, Madame Ayla." Elder Ryfang tried hard to ignore the earlier what he felt and maintained his usual smile while he introduced each other, Erick and Aashi to His chief and Madame Ayla.Erick and Aashi observed the now standing Chief Ulric and Madame Ayla in front of them.Chief Ulric is a tall, muscular man with a commanding presence. He has broad shoulders and a chiseled jawline, and his piercing blue eyes seem to see straight through to a person's soul. His hair is a deep shade of brown and falls in unruly waves to his shoulders, and his beard is thick and well-groomed. Ulric also has wolf-like features, including pointed ears and