"Why?" I asked.‘Are you an idiot?’ he asked me.“Tell me what you mean without being insulting, will you?” I asked him.'If that friend of yours disappeared while he was holding the book, don't you think that the book could be dangerous?' he asked.This little fellow was right too, but I thought otherwise. If by holding this book I can find out where Noe has gone, isn't this the only way to find him again?'Don't be stupid, Ares! We have a more important mission. Your friend might be back soon!' Rex shouted.Sometimes Rex sounds like my uncle. I was confused, actually, he was ten or forty years old because he sounded like an old man. However, no matter what he said, curiosity was already clinging to me. I stretched my hand toward the book that was lying on it. I was starting to feel scared, but I couldn't leave Noe alone in a place that might be horrible.'Or maybe you're just overdoing it, Ares! Your friend might get lost or oversleep in one of the alleys here!’ Rex shouted again.“
“Thank you, Rex. You saved me,” Noe told me.I just nodded and decided to forget about that strange dungeon for a while. We didn't dare to touch the book again, so we just left it on the floor. Quickly, I walked back to the center of the room and stared at the book that was still open. Broken letters flew in the air and I still don't know how to fix them, I don't even understand the language.“Why do you keep looking up?” Noe asked me.His face looked confused and I just realized that the letters were invisible to someone like Noe. Maybe it's because he hasn't awakened yet. I don't understand why people like Noe are actually given this kind of limitation. They could have made anything that everyone could understand including those who weren't awakened, but everything was designed for awakened people only. Those who are not awakened feel wasted.'Rather we are like people who shouldn't have been born,' commented Rex in my mind.“The letters are flying in the air and I think this is the
"Rex, are you okay? Your face is very pale,” Noe asked me.‘Are you being serious?’ asked Rex in my head.“I-I'm fine,” I replied to Noe. I can't possibly explain that I came from that period called Anno Domini. For Noe, I am Rex Hito.“Go back to sleep, Noe. You've helped enough," I said again, trying to look okay.“Oh okay. Are you sure you’re alright?” he asked again."I'm fine," I replied. Of course it was a lie which I covered up with an unnatural smile.Noe decided to let me and he lay down on the sofa. He looked tired and soon he closed his eyes. I tried to communicate with Rex without having to say a word with my mouth.The Year of Anno Domini was the year I lived as Arex Jones. If my guess is correct, then the totem world isn't a parallel world like I thought before, but… the same world as mine, thousands of years later. By this time, I should have become a fossil.'It can't be.' Rex also had difficulty accepting this fact.That's just my theory. But this is an extraordinary
"What did you say just now?" I asked again with widened eyes. I almost couldn't believe what Noe was saying.“I think I saw your father, but I could be wrong. It was all very fleeting,” he replied.From the look on his face, I could tell he wasn't the least bit convinced. However, maybe Noe felt very guilty for not saying so.'If that's true, we have to go back to that prison!' Rex shouted in my mind.“If that's true, we have to find a way to get past that strange monster,” I said emphatically. I tried to calm Rex while answering Noe's words.“I thought you would really freak out when I said that, but apparently you can rest easy Rex,” Noe replied.Noe didn't know what was going on inside my head. Rex wailed forcing me to hurry to save his father.“If that's true, then my father really wasn't a traitor,” I said.'My guess was right! My father is not a traitor!’ cried Rex."I think so. I really hope I'm not mistaken," replied Noe."I hope so too," I said.'We have to get back into the
"What are you talking about, Rex?" she asked.He frowned as he looked at me with an incomprehensible look. I felt bad for Noe for dragging him here but I never expected it to be like this."I don't think the King will let us live even if I finish this job," I told him. There's no reason to hide this from him I think because he better know. That way, he might be able to help me think more clearly about my next steps."What!" shrieked Noe.“We came in here, knowing a lot of things, but the King will make sure we don't get out alive. We have to find a way to get away from this place without getting caught,” I said."Unlucky! It turned out that Rais Musi was right! The king invited you here to die!” cried Noe starting to panic.I don't know why I can feel more at ease in this situation, even though I know the King's main target is me. Maybe because Noe was far more frantic than me or maybe because I've been in near-death situations like this too many times.“Calm down first. We can defini
I've never seen totem codes like this in the totem world, but I've definitely seen it in mine! Or rather the time I lived. It's a computer programming language!'I don't know what you're thinking, Ares,' said Rex."It's pointless talking to you," I replied angrily.This is clearly a binary computer programming language with zeros and ones written repeatedly in a certain order. I do not believe it! So, this book is some kind of advanced computer? Wait… If that's the case, does that mean The Golden Tree can improve computer programming? It just doesn't make any sense. Now I can't tell the difference between technology and magic.“So the totems are also made with some kind of sophisticated computer programming. Maybe with a programming language that is more sophisticated and didn't exist in my era," I said. I said it more to myself because I'm sure Rex doesn't know anything about computers.I still can't stop thinking, how can the future of the world be as primitive as this? I wanted to
'You always go on crazy missions that shouldn't be done, Ares. If you refuse to save my father, I will really make a calculation!’ Rex threatened me. An unnecessary threat because I've decided to do it."We have to think of one more thing," I said."What's that?" she asked.Rex was also waiting for me to continue my words.“We have to figure out the right time to sneak back into the prison of eternity, because once we get Rex's father—er, I mean my father—we have to escape from this palace immediately. If not, the three of us will occupy the prison. You know what I mean, right?" I asked."You guys?" asked Noe with a frown."Uh, I mean, you. You understand, don't you?" I asked.“Sure,” replied Noe while still looking at me with a strange look."So I'll-"My words came to a halt as I heard the sound of approaching footsteps. From his voice I could guess that it was the King who had come, because there were lots of soldiers' footsteps accompanying him."Fast! Put the book back on the she
"I wouldn't be proposing this if I had a better idea," I replied.Noe sighed and finally nodded his head."We might die or be trapped in that prison if we fail," he said.“It’s better than nothing, right? We are going to die anyway,” I answered.“Alright. It’s better than nothing,” said Noe, repeating my words.I already gave up on the totem code book I was supposed to repair because I didn't have much time. Even if I work on it until I don't sleep at all, I won't be able to escape death. It was just my prediction, but there seemed to be more than a ninety-five percent chance that I was right. The King would absolutely kill me even if I succeeded.I started making plans with Noe and Rex. Of course in such a short time, we couldn't put together a really mature plan, everything was just groping around and the possibility of failure was very big. However, we are literally running out of time and ideas. So, no matter how bad the plan is, we will still do it.Ten minutes later we were both
The light of the full moon envelops the room with a magical glow, creating a magical and serene atmosphere. Moonlight gently kissed Nola's face which was tense with pain. I stood by her side, my right hand holding hers tightly, conveying warmth and strength from every touch. But the healers want me outside, so I have to go out.“Arghhh!! It hurts!" she cried, the sound of the night's silence interrupted by a cry of pain. The healers forbade me from entering the room, and I could only hear moans and screams from behind the door. Anxiety swept through my heart, I couldn't wait to hear news about Nola's condition.Suddenly, a healer came out of the room and approached me.“My King, you can come in and accompany the Queen,” he said to me.I went into the room and held Nola's hand. Nola held my hand tightly, her eyes staring at the ceiling of the room filled with darkness. Deep moans escaped her lips every time a contraction hit. The light of the full moon, even though it couldn't enter th
That morning, the sunlight played games with the leaves, creating a magical blend of shade and golden glow. The fresh scent of flowers and herbs wafts in the clean air. It was as if nature itself was participating in celebrating this historic moment.The once simple assembly hall now sparkles in the splendor of natural jewels. Folded flags made of silk fluttered brilliantly, and decorations made from dried leaves and fresh flowers decorated every corner of the room. The light from the shining totems reflected the colors of life, implying a new awakening of their power.A moment before the sunlight reached its peak, I came to Nola who was getting ready in the preparation room. The soft light from the crystal chandelier reflected a beautiful glow on her dress made from natural materials, giving her an aura of stunning elegance.When she turned around to see me, her sweet smile filled the room. "Ares," she said in a soft voice that seemed to wash away my nervousness. "You shouldn't have
In an increasingly debilitating state, my voice broke in the reflection of the vibrations of light around us. Light flashed, creating an invisible yet powerful energy network. "I won't give up, even though my body feels increasingly fragile. I won't let you be trapped in this darkness, Nola," I said with trembling determination. The words seemed to be a mantra, strengthening my will even when my body could barely support itself.The Shadow Diamond Totem, glowing with fading black light, spoke in a voice filled with urgency. "Ares Jones, we don't have much time. We have to hurry. Nola needs us.""The Grand Healing Totem's light is starting to fade," she added, her voice filled with determination but sounding fragile. "We have very limited time, Ares Jones."Deep anxiety welled up within me, making me realize that not only these totems were on the verge of destruction, but also Nola and my own life. However, I knew I couldn't give up. It is my mission to reunite Nola's divided soul. Des
The dream just disappeared, fading into endless darkness, and Nola seemed to disappear from my field of vision. I remained asleep, without dreams or images haunting my mind. My body responded deeply to rest, immersing me in an undefined dream world. Abstract images awaken and disappear over an immeasurable span of time. Nola, as if closely linked to the dream world, moved far from the horizon of my mind, disappearing in the surrounding darkness.As morning approached, the sun's rays seeped in through the thin curtains, painting streaks of light on the walls of the tent. I woke up slowly, thrown back into the real world. Rex stood tall by Nola's side, his eyes reflecting a deep worry, hinting at thoughts hovering over the worst possible possibilities."How is she doing, Rex?" I said in a voice that was still hoarse, following the footsteps of the dreamland I had just grasped.Rex looked at me sincerely, his eyes filled with deep worry. “She is still in a weak state; there are no signi
The aroma of spices and herbs filled the air when my eyes opened. My body felt heavy as if all my energy had been drained. Gathering the power to repair The Shadow Diamond Totem was indeed a tiring task.Beside me, Mora stood with a concerned look. "Ares, you are lucky to have survived. But don't underestimate your strength. Don't forget your own limits," he said in a soft voice, hand holding out a healing potion. It tastes bitter but immediately brings freshness to my body."Thank you, Mora. It feels like I was born again," I said with a faint smile.Mora smiled softly. "You will be fine, Ares. The entire tribe is grateful for your sacrifice," she said, her eyes shining with respect."Where is The Shadow Diamond Totem?" I demanded, my curiosity peaked.Mora looked at me warmly. "She is resting in the Shadow Totem Tribe's temple. She needs time to recover her strength from all this."She went to tell the others that I had woken up. Not long after, Toth Karan and the totem warriors ent
In the chaotic battlefield, with magic explosions and echoing groans, I stood before The Shadow Diamond Totem who kept screaming. Her body swayed, trying to break free from the totem warrior's bindings, but her strength only depleted further.I realized that in a state like this, where she was still conscious and twitching wildly, it was very difficult for me to repair her totem codes. My concentration must be stronger than before. However, I can't watch her continue to suffer like this."Get some more blood, we need her weaker!" I ordered several nearby totem warriors. They responded swiftly, opening buckets of blood and meticulously watering The Shadow Diamond Totem. Every drop of blood entered her body, producing the desired effect.However, the woman's desperate screams still roared, filling the battlefield. Bil, with tense eyes, found his courage. "She has to pass out, Ares. We need you completely focused," he said, trying to calm himself and decide on that bold move. I nodded fi
All the totem warriors, men and women who dared to face this darkness, had positioned themselves behind a tight wall of protection. Their eyes were full of determination and firmness as they waited for his next order. The air was thick with tension, and only the sound of the gentle breeze blowing through the leaves could be heard.Only I dared to stand in the middle of the open field, in front of The Shadow Diamond Totem that was almost formed. Swirls of wind and black smoke surrounded him, creating an extremely frightening effect, as if he was the dark embodiment of the subconscious.I was tireless, even though every fiber of my muscle felt tense, and my breath came in short gasps. With strong will, I transferred energy from myself to The Shadow Diamond Totem, seeking to fill the void within him with light and goodness.However, the longer I used my energy, the more tired I became. As weakness began to creep in, I could no longer hold back the cry of exhaustion. "Ahhh!" my cry trembl
The three of us called all the tribe leaders for a meeting at the meeting camp. Tough and cool-headed steps are the price that must be paid to save Nola. Moonlight radiated softly in the night sky, giving this gathering a sacred feel.Toth Karan sat with a serious attitude, his deep eyes filled with deep worry. Rex, with his might, gave off an aura of confidence in every word he spoke. I, trying to hold tightly to my anxious heart, stood in front of the leaders who looked at me with hope."Leaders, we have important news we need to convey," I said in a calm but authoritative voice. "I have found information in the Totem Code Book that can help us save Nola and return the Shadow Diamond Totem to its original state."Mora looked at me curiously. "Original state? What do you mean Ares?"“In the past, this totem was a source of goodness for this tribe. However, there was damage that caused the totem code to have problems. "If we can fix it, the totem will return to being a source of goodn
After eating the beast meat provided by Toth Karan, the feeling of fatigue in my body began to recede. New energy flowed through me, reigniting my enthusiasm to complete this mission."Thank you, Toth Karan. This meat really helps me," I said gratefully to Toth Karan.Toth Karan nodded with a warm smile. "That's good to hear, leader. Is there anything else I can do for you?"I thought for a moment, then finally decided. "Toth Karan, I need some time alone. Can you leave me here so I can concentrate?"Toth Karan nodded in understanding. "Of course, Ares. I'll leave you alone. If you need me again, I'll be in my cabin."After Toth Karan left, I returned to focusing on the thick book open in front of me. Carefully, I touched the surface and started reading again with full concentration.As I delved deeper into the contents of the book, my spiritual eyes began to drift over the pages filled with runic writings and symbols. I began to feel the energy of the totem code book itself radiating