From MC's Perspective:
Time passed. As evening approached, I emerged from the essence chamber feeling somewhat tense. I hadn't sensed the barrier yet. I knew it might take time, but a sudden sense of urgency crept in.
Dismissing these thoughts, I returned to my room and showered. After twenty minutes, I changed into casual clothes and settled on the couch to scan the online news. I was eager to see what was happening in the inner post region.
Various headlines flashed across the news feed as I scrolled through page after page. Most articles were about everyday events. There were reports about events organized by a prominent organization and a minor competition among the Bloodline Families. However, this wasn't the news I sought. I was looking for signs of any major incidents.
Minutes passed, and my expression darkened. None of the major news outlets reported threats or monster outbreaks. It was all routine news. Yet, a growing sense of unease lingered.
