............"Stop... stop!" Both guards halted him in his tracks, causing Aarav to sigh inwardly as he thought, 'As expected, this cliché scenario did happen. Here I thought I would be spared from this shit.'"Yes, gentlemen. Is there a problem?" Aarav smiled calmly, not showing any anger despite the situation.He felt amused rather than getting angry."Sorry... Mister, but... you can't go in!" One of the guards spoke, looking Aarav up and down, taking in his cheap pants and shirt, his ordinary appearance. Despite his above-average looks, the guards saw him as a poor plebeian. They gave him a disdainful look as they looked down on him."And why can't I go in? Isn't this a restaurant for public use? Aren't they doing business?" Aarav asked, guessing from the guards' looks what they might be thinking in their narrow minds."Yes, they are doing business, but not just anyone can enter the high-end restaurant and dine. Did you even look at your face, you poor pleb!" the second guard spa
............"Stop right there!" A sweet voice of a woman sharply cut through the tension, making other patrons notice the interruption in their fun.A lady strode over towards Dante Darrow and Aarav, her slim and beautiful figure moving gracefully. Her long flowing hair cascaded down her back in waves, and her delicate features were accentuated by high cheekbones and full lips. Her eyes shone brightly as she approached the duo."Oh, she's stunning... who could she be?" The crowd grew curious about the attractive lady."Hey, I think I've seen her before," whispered another man to his companion, recognizing her.Dante Darrow, seeing the lady approaching, thought she was coming for him. He straightened himself and flashed a charming smile her way before turning to greet her."Hello, beautiful lady! How..." Dante began, extending his hand, but the lady ignored him completely, leaving him standing there with his hand awkwardly extended into thin air."Hello, Mr. Veridian! What a surprise
............"Fath...Father, how did you get here?" Dante Darrow immediately lost all his anger and composure upon seeing the palm print on his father's face and feeling his seething rage. He stuttered before hanging his head in shame."If I hadn't arrived sooner, you might have caused us to lose our entire fortune as compensation to appease Mrs. Vex's anger," Maximilian Darrow said with a frustrated sigh. He felt disappointed in his son's behavior and contemplated how to punish him."I apologize, Mrs. Vex, for my son's rude behavior. I'm sorry if he caused you any inconvenience. Please forgive him," Maximilian Darrow turned to Lumina Vex after scolding his son, bowing towards her as he expressed his apology."Is your apology enough for how much your son has insulted me and my family benefactor, Mr. Maximilian Darrow? This is not how you should conduct yourself," Lumina Vex responded sternly, showing no signs of acceptance towards his apology."Phaa...Thud!" With a loud slap, Dante
............"Yes, Mrs. Vex, don't worry about it. I did call Mr. Hughes here for business, but it's nothing secret. So, you don't need to go anywhere. Since you're already here, your opinion is welcome," Aarav reassured her, indicating that she should stay. He explained that he arranged the meeting to discuss something with Earl Hughes, and Lumina's presence was even better for what he wanted to discuss."So, what did you want to discuss, Mr. Veridian? I'll be happy to help you!" Lumina Vex said, her smile brimming with eager anticipation."Hahaha... Thank you, Mrs. Lumina," Aarav chuckled, enjoying her enthusiasm, which made Lumina blush in embarrassment.Before Aarav explained his discussion, he took a moment to gather his thoughts.Aarav slowly shared his thoughts, expressing his desire to open a hospital where he could help many patients at a low cost, regardless of where they came from in the Realm of Elandor.But to turn his dream into reality, he needed several things: a pla
............"Hahaha...sure will be!" Andrew chuckled with a sly look on his face.Earl knew not to be fooled by Andrew's friendly demeanor. Behind his charming facade lay a shrewd and calculating personality, always seeking to benefit from friendships and relationships."Alright, see you later," Earl bid farewell as they parted ways."Now, who should I call for staff personnel?" Earl muttered, scrolling through his phone contacts.With the equipment matter sorted, he now needed to find staff with good personalities. He had several contacts he could reach out to."Let's talk to this guy, he should be able to help me," Earl decided, noticing a name on his contact list before giving him a call......In the church,"Why have you gathered us here, Father Deniel?" asked Bishop Dominic, looking at the other two bishops and the dozens of important priests behind them.Bishop Dominic, whose full name is Dominic Crowther, is in his late forties. He's tall and has broad shoulders, which give
............"Click... Swish...!"It revealed a hidden passageway leading underground.Archbishop Deniel took a candle stand from the other side of the wall before entering the passageway, which closed behind him.He walked quietly down the stairs, being careful with each step before arriving in a narrow corridor."Creeck...!"There was another door at the end of the corridor which slowly opened as he pushed it slightly.Revealing a quite big, spacious hall adorned with exquisite old and majestic designs, with figures of God Elandor carved in various poses."I didn't think I'd ever have to go back to being active again. Looks like these old bones can be used one last time to serve God Elandor and Lord Heir!" Archbishop Deniel mumbled to himself as he stood in front of a glass case.Inside the case hung a long trench coat with white and golden striped patterns, and beside it, there was a magnificent-looking staff quietly shining its luster."Ah, what good old days," Archbishop Deniel
............"Hey... wait up," Aria had just taken a few steps when someone called her. She stopped and looked back."Ohh... Resma, what are you doing here? Don't tell me you also go to this university!" Aria was surprised to see her there."Yeah, I also joined not long ago. So, let's take care of each other!" Resma smiled as she grabbed Aria's hand."Yes, let's do that," Aria smiled as they both talked and went to find Aria's class first.At the entrance gate,"Hmm, it looks like Aria already made a friend. Now I don't have to worry about her too much," Aarav noticed Resma and Aria, walking hand in hand while talking with familiarity."Huh, did you say something, my lord?" Astrid asked, as she wasn't paying attention while answering a phone call."Nothing... let's go!" Aarav shook his head and sat in the back seat before Phia started the car and left.Today, they are going to meet a talented individual in Crystalbrook City.Harbor Multinational Pharmaceutical Company,"Wow, this is
............Ethan Harbor wasn't surprised, just raised his eyebrow. He guessed they might know about its ingredients, so he contemplated before gesturing towards Aarav, Phia, and Astrid."Sure, please follow me," Ethan led them out of his office to the research lab where they conducted various experiments with different ingredients and formulas.As they entered the research lab, Aarav, Phia and Astrid were met with a hive of activity. Inside the bustling research lab, scientists in their white lab coats were deeply immersed in their experiments, while others analyzed data on glowing computer screens. The lab itself was vast, with rows of lab benches stretching out, each packed with cutting-edge equipment and tools.In the heart of the lab, a tall figure stood out. He wore a lab coat adorned with the company's emblem, marking him as the captain of the research team. With a commanding presence, his sharp eyes scanned the room, overseeing the ongoing projects."Ah, Captain Reynolds, w
............Emilia's thunderous encouragement made her men roar and hold their shields high before a large dome-shaped barrier was released by all the defenders standing on the city outskirts.As the enemy surged forward with deafening roars, the defenders braced themselves.The first clash of the enemy landed on the barrier spread out like a blanket over them and the city, keeping them safe from the initial onslaught. The healers stood behind, weaving their spells with practiced precision, ready to assist if the enemy breached the barrier and clashed with the defenders.Amid the chaos, Emilia’s gaze remained steady. "I won't let you pass and destroy my homeland, where I worked hard to create a peaceful and loving family.".....Back in The The Realm of Elandor,Capital City, Eldoria,"My Lord, the heir of the Goddess Astraia has arrived and is expecting your presence. She seems distressed!" Cardinal Gabriel announced as he entered the vast library where Aarav was deeply engrossed i
............"What... do you know them? Who are they?" Emilia asked in a serious tone, hearing that Aria was familiar with the attackers."Yes... these are the same people who attacked Elandor's domain a while back. And I am pretty sure you can guess whose forces these are," Aria said with a contemplative look before she gave a glance at Emilia, who seemed to understand what Aria was trying to point out."I know... looks like we can’t overlook it any longer. Lady Aria, may I request you to get reinforcements, as I am not sure about the extent of the destruction these forces can cause in our land?" Emilia nodded, her face turning even graver before she bowed towards Aria and made her request."Please, you don't have to request it from me. I will help you either way, as it's also a threat to our land. While I go and gather reinforcements, can you hold on for a while?" Aria asked, stopping Emilia from bowing to her as she smiled in determination and agreed immediately."Yes, we will hol
............"You will be even more amazed, Lady Emilia, if you meet Lord Veridian in person. He is an amazing Divine Heir of God Elandor, from how he conducts himself to the way he carries the light with him," Aria said with respect in her tone, showing how great an impression Aarav Veridian had left on her."Now I am even more eager to meet Lord Veridian. Let's hope he is as great as your words describe him to be," Emilia said with a slight smile, raising the corner of her mouth as she met Aria's eyes, who returned her gaze with a confident stare.After that, Aria and Emilia talked about their plans—how they were going to weather the upcoming storm.The discussion went on for hours before they decided to walk out of the temple."By the way, Lady Emilia, if you are busy and have something important to attend to, then you don't have to personally accompany me," Aria said as she walked alongside Emilia, who had decided to show her around their capital city, Phelia."No way, Lady Aria.
............“LORD HEIR!” The crowd cheered again, even louder this time. Aarav raised his hand, gesturing for silence.“Alright, alright,” he said with a smile. “I get your enthusiasm. But we don’t just need high spirits—we need unity. We need all of you to step forward together, to face this reality as one and bring about a bright future.”His voice was filled with fervor, carrying a weight that seemed to stir the very air around them. The believers of Elandor below shook with goosebumps, feeling the power in Aarav’s words, which were infused with a subtle trace of Divine Energy.Aarav had intended to boost their morale—and it worked far better than he had expected. The crowd stood straighter, their faith and the fire burning brighter than ever.Aarav looked at the crowd one last time before waving to them. He stepped down from the podium and returned to discuss their next steps with the Pope and Cardinals.He wasn’t the only one making preparations. As Aria had promised him, she a
............A sudden, overwhelming pressure exploded from the throne, sending him hurtling through the air and crashing into one of the tree’s thick branches outside the temple."Cough, cough...!!" The High Prophet spat blood but slowly made his way back into the temple. Kneeling once again, he showed no anger or frustration at being injured—only trembling fear in the face of the figure’s fury on the throne.Sylas’s eyes, glowing with an unnatural light, cut through the darkness as he sat motionless on the throne, his presence suffocating. The High Prophet of Pestilence didn’t dare lift his head. The air around them was thick with the stench of rot and corruption, heavy with a crushing pressure.“Elandor’s Heir... and the Heir of Astraia,” Sylas muttered, his voice filled with disdain. “How dare she interfere in my plans?”His words echoed, each one pressing down harder on the High Prophet. Silence followed, broken only by the distant howling wind outside the temple. The elder remai
............“Thank you,” Aria replied, her movements graceful as she took a seat across from him. Between them stood a small circular table, with a basket of snacks and fruit placed in the center, adding a touch of warmth to the room’s otherwise solemn atmosphere."Mr. Aarav, what are your plans regarding the cultists? I’m certain they won’t stop invading this continent and causing chaos," Aria asked, sitting back in a relaxed position, her eyes steady on him.Aarav sighed, his tone dim and unconfident. "What can I do alone? Even with the Crystal Healing Organization backing me, I’m not confident in facing those lunatic cultists." He spoke with a heaviness, aware of the overwhelming power he had witnessed in their last battle.He knew his own limitations. The devastation left by the cultists was a harsh reminder. Even Pope Aurelius, with all his influence, wouldn’t be enough to turn the tide. Aarav understood that unless he reached the fourth stage, the *Virtuoso of Vitality*, he wo
............"Ah... thank you! And how should I address you?" Aarav quickly snapped out of his daze, expressing his gratitude before asking with a respectful tone."Aria... Heir to the Goddess of Stars, Astraia. It's a pleasure to meet you, Lord Heir..." Aria smiled, her face radiant like a flower blooming under the soft glow of moonlight. The sight made Aarav's heart race uncontrollably."Aarav... it's just Aarav, Miss Aria. Please, don't be so formal; it makes me feel uncomfortable." He interrupted her before she could speak too respectfully again, gently requesting that she call him by his name instead.Aarav didn’t want to come off like some spoiled young master, or as if they were stuck in some ancient civilization that hadn’t learned how to speak casually about simple things."Oh... alright, Mr. Aarav." Aria seemed a little surprised but then covered her mouth and chuckled. "Fufu...You don’t seem to like the ancient etiquette, do you?"Her soft laughter filled the air, the warm
............"Enough of this!" One of the cultists yelled, raising his hand into the air. A dark aura began swirling around him, corrupting the very energy in the atmosphere. The others followed, channeling the same malevolent force, preparing for a combined attack.Aarav could feel the shift—their power was immense. He flinched, sensing the ominous energy closing in around him."You think that’ll be enough to get rid of me?" Aarav’s voice cut through the tension. "You’ve forgotten who you're dealing with."As the dark energy swirled and gathered, Aarav took a deep breath and raised his weapon high. The blade gleamed with a blinding light, and the ground trembled under his feet as his divine power flared to life."Let me show you what true divine power looks like," Aarav declared, his voice steady. With one decisive motion, he shattered the one-use divine tool he carried, instantly replenishing the lost energy within him.And then, with explosive force, he unleashed it."Craaack... B
............"Clanngg....Boomnn...!!""Swiish....Bammn...!!""Ahh... Cough... Cough...!" Aarav took another relentless hit, sliding back a few steps before losing his balance and dropping to one knee, blood dripping from his mouth."Hahaha... Elandor's Heir, already broken? I was hoping to play with you some more!" The bald cultist cackled, his words dripping with contempt.Aarav wiped the blood from his lips, smirking. "Feeling smug, huh? It’s just a scratch, nothing worth mentioning." He rose to his feet, his body glowing as the injury healed instantly, as though it never existed.The cultist's eyes widened, then his expression twisted with anger. "Damn it! I forgot Elandor is the God of Healing and Medicine!" Realizing his mistake, fury replaced his shock, and he lunged at Aarav in a blind rage, furious at being humiliated.Aarav's smile turned cold. "Heh, let me show you what else I can do," he muttered under his breath."Swishhh... Whoosh...!!"The cultist attacked wildly, but A