"So The High Priest knows about all this?" I asked.Raccati nodded again."That's why he knew Nola was up to something," Raccati replied.“Then why would Nola want to poison The High Priest? Why did Nola say that The High Priest killed her parents?” I asked.“It's part of the palace order. Nola doesn't want to do it, but she has to. The High Priest used to side with the palace, but then he proved his loyalty to the tribe at the last moment. The Palace didn't like that. He is indeed an old man who is unstable and unpredictable. I don't know where he will take his side," Raccati replied."So the palace ordered Nola to kill The High Priest?" I asked.“That's what I know,” Raccati replied.“Then why did you kidnap me at this time?” I asked."I need your help, Ares," she replied."My help?"Raccati Mor doesn't seem like a man who likes to ask other people for help, but now he asked for my help and I knew immediately that something very dangerous was about to happen."You have the power of
After the guards left, we continued on our way quickly, taking advantage of their ignorance of our presence. With caution, we managed to escape and reach the middle of the palace without their knowledge. Now we just need to find Nola's whereabouts.We walked carefully in the middle of the palace's luxurious corridors, trying to avoid the soldiers standing guard. Raccati remained alert, his eyes constantly checking every corner of the room for any sign of Nola."There is a special room on the upper floors of the palace where Nola may be held," Raccati whispered to me. "I studied the map of this palace for some time, and I know the way to get there."We moved through the brightly lit alleys, trying not to attract anyone's attention. Every door we passed, we checked carefully to make sure there weren't any guards inside.Suddenly, Raccati pushed me into a small alcove hidden in the corridor wall. I looked at him in confusion, but he placed a finger to his lips, motioning for me to remain
We immediately opened the door and hoped that Nola was really inside."Ares! Raccati! You guys come to save me!" Nola said in a trembling voice.We quickly freed him from the bonds and Raccati helped him to his feet. Nola looked weak, but she smiled gratefully. They had done something to him that he looked like this. Nola was a great fighter, but now even walking is difficult."There's no time to linger here. We have to go now!" said Raccati, looking around to make sure no danger was approaching.The two of us escorted Nola carefully, moving with speed to exit the dungeon and leave the dark palace. However, when we almost reached the exit, the sound of warning bells rang out, and the palace gates seemed to come to life and lock by themselves.The palace soldiers immediately surrounded us, realizing that we had managed to free Nola. Their faces were full of anger and determination to arrest us."What are we doing now?" I asked with tension, looking for a way out in the midst of an incr
I am bound and weak. Forced to walk in the middle of The Shadow Society's forces, I was led to another room in the palace. As the door opened, I saw Alaric Lambert, the leader of The Shadow Society, sitting on a majestic throne."Welcome, Ares Jones," Alaric said with an evil smile on his face. "Finally, you're in my hands. You've messed up our plans all along, but now, it's all coming to an end."I stared at him hatefully but I felt weak and bound. There's nothing I can do in this situation. I tried to think of a way to escape or free Nola and Raccati, but that seemed too difficult a task.Alaric continued "You might be wondering what the true plans of The Shadow Society are. We have discovered an extraordinary power in The Totem World, a power that can change this world. By using the genetic mutations present there, we have almost succeeded in creating a DNA fusion between the young totem warriors we abducted and the armies of the modern world. The result is a powerful and invincibl
I feel angry and devastated. I can't accept such justification. "So you're going to make me a sacrifice?"The Guardian looks at me with compassion. “Ares, you must understand that your role in all of this is important. However, you have the power to choose your own path. I cannot force you to become the victim for the destruction of the modern world. It was your own choice when you decided to return to the Totem World. outlined, Ares. There is nothing we can do to save the modern world."Before I could respond, the world started spinning again and I woke up again in a dark place. When I opened my eyes, I realized that I was still bound and in the presence of Alaric and The Shadow Society's army. They all looked at me with evil smiles on their faces."Ares Jones, it's time for us to continue the extraction process," said Alaric in a cold voice. "We'll take everything we need from you right now."My father was seen standing in the corner of the room. Someone pushed himself forward. He s
In one sudden move, I released a burst of energy from my body that shattered all restraint. The Shadow Society troops were shocked and staggered backward. Alaric glared with confusion.My father watched the scene with wide-open eyes. There was a hint of hope in her eyes as she realized I still had the strength to fight back."Ares, run! Save yourself!" cried my father in a voice full of despair.I didn't want to leave my father, but I knew I had to take this chance. With the strength I had left, I broke free from the bonds and dashed out of the room.However, I cannot leave my father. I know that my father will be killed by The Shadow Society. So, I decided to run again."No! Go and don't come back!” my father exclaimed.I saw a soldier from The Shadow Society shooting something at me. My father saw it too, then he did something unexpected. He jumped and blocked the soldier. The shot hit him right in the chest. Not just once, but twice. His blood splattered my face, then my father fel
I knelt beside the lying beast, taking a deep breath. The battle was over, and I managed to defeat a strong foe. Even though my body felt tired and hurt, I felt relieved and satisfied that I had fought and triumphed against the darkness.As I looked around, I noticed that the sounds of war drums were getting closer. The Tribe was already in danger, and I could no longer delay going back and helping them. I have to run toward that voice and protect the people I love.As I dashed through the forest at top speed, I inevitably fell to the ground hard. Pain shot through my body as I realized that my leg was badly injured. I tried to stand up, but couldn't move my sprained leg properly. Falling and sitting there, I felt despair approaching.However, suddenly, from behind the bushes near me, two familiar figures appeared. It was my friend, the winged wolf, and his grown son. They were still alive and found me at the most crucial moment.The winged wolf came closer and kissed my face gently a
In my dream, I could see into the palace. The Shadow Society seems to have succeeded in creating an army of powerful mutants using a serum created from my blood and the power of the Golden Tree. The army is ready to attack the tribe with power and cruelty that has never been imagined before.I saw an army of hideous mutants, with sparkling eyes and bodies wrapped in fierce black energy. They are getting ready to destroy everything around them, seeking power and destruction. In a state of despair, I watched this horrific scene without being able to do anything about it.Suddenly, I woke up from my dream with sweat pouring down my face. A sudden realization dawned on me, and I felt an urgent urge to rush back to the tribe and warn them of the imminent danger."Come on, buddy!" I cried in a tone full of anxiety. "We must quickly return to the tribe. They are in danger!"The winged wolf, who had been sleeping nearby, immediately woke up and understood the urgency of the situation. She sto