Empress Allatou Estrith Demiurgos was casually talking with the nobles, as she was also the type who interacted with other people without discrimination or prejudice. Her genuine interest in hearing different perspectives and understanding diverse cultures made her a beloved ruler among her subjects. She believed that fostering open dialogue and inclusivity was crucial for maintaining harmony within her kingdom. Her wild and unpredictable actions were often misunderstood by those who did not know her well. However, her unconventional approach to leadership often yielded unexpected and innovative solutions to complex problems. Despite the occasional controversy, Empress Allatou's boldness and willingness to take risks only further endeared her to her people, who admired her fearlessness and her ability to think outside the box.
often seen as a reflection of her free-spirited nature and unconventional thinking. Her unique perspective allowed her to challenge traditional norms and find creative solutions that others may not have considered. This made her a true trailblazer in her time, inspiring others to embrace their individuality and think outside the confines of societal expectations. Empress Allatou's unpredictable actions kept her subjects on their toes and ensured that her reign was anything but dull. but even with these characteristics she never put her guard down and always remained vigilant in protecting her empire. Her strategic mindset and ability to anticipate potential threats allowed her to maintain stability and security throughout her reign. By constantly staying one step ahead, Empress Allatou demonstrated her unwavering dedication to the well-being of her people and solidified her legacy as a wise and formidable leader.
She can see herself in Ramiel's eyes as she finds happiness when he comes into her life, the pain of seeing her only son slowly fades away, and her connection with Ramiel is real and true, she never expected the soul that come from earth would be him, he was open-minded and level headed, the fact she mentioned that it was her fault that his soul has taken from his human body and transported to save her son, but the saving the prince soul was not meant to be, Ramiel was allowed to live again and took the young prince soul as his own all of his power lineages that came from Allatou was fuze into his soul, and because the young prince was still too young and lac many emotional connection to his mother, Ramiels innate love for his mother help Allatou move on and accepted that he was indeed her son,
Ramiel casually walked and went into another part of the Strga governing the main castle and prioritised the task needed to track down and hunt those who orchestrated this insane meaningless scenario, Ramiel was walking with Lady Laerdya, Muldrulir, Sharn wearing a hooded coat to disguise their appearance, knowing that the enemy might have left many spies in the area, and their identity remaining a secret was vital in his plan, especially considering the high stakes involved. As they made their way through the dimly lit corridors, Ramiel couldn't help but feel a surge of determination and anticipation, knowing that each step brought them closer to unravelling the mystery and seeking justice for those affected by the chaos.
Ramiel also informs the others as they secure a place to open a transfer gate and return to Arcane, Alpha is hiding in Ramiel's void and quietly absorbs any information she can gather being the newest member of his force, she wants brazen nor inpatients to interrupt or demand attention. Instead, Alpha patiently observed and listened, taking mental notes of everything happening around her. As the others discussed their plans, she eagerly awaited an opportunity to contribute her unique skills and insights to the mission at hand.
Echo was waiting with Sigma at the farthest and most secured hall. could occupy, Echo snapped her fingers and this created a huge barrier around them that was ten feet high and with a radius of five meters, to block any sound from getting heard it was pitch black on the outside to hide the people inside, Sigma even cast a surge of electricity around the barrier as an additional precaution to ensure that no one could detect their presence. Echo and Sigma exchanged a knowing glance, their confidence in their abilities evident. They were ready to face whatever challenges lay ahead, prepared to use their powers to protect and assist their team.
" Arcane Sonar Detection,"
Ramiel scanned the area when he noticed a familiar energy signature, it was Haella, he as Echo to let her join them briefly, Echo opened a small opening for her to enter as she came inside she was greeted with Sigma's long sword on his right pointing at her neck and a attack spell on his left hand, and asked her to remain still. until his lord and master tell her otherwise, Ramiel knows that certain abilities and enchantments can control the mind and be used as an unwilling spy,
"Exploitation of Knowledge,"
he was right. A small parasitic insect was attached to Haella's clothing is could transmit information back to its master, Lady Laerdya who was in disguise quickly grabbed it and imprisoned it inside a small crystal cage, Echo used her ability to trace the summoner didn't waste any moment to isolate the culprit, Haella was shock to see she was already being used by the enemy without her noticing it, she felt ashamed and swore she was not a spy, she only came to tell Ramiel a particular location that they discovered before the summoning invasion of the undead in Strega,
Sharn came to her and took a small piece of paper that Haella was holding and checked if it was safe and had no enchantment whatsoever, Ramiel apologises and asked Haella to understand that their enemy was beyond reasoning so these safety precautions must be done for all mentioned parties, as Sharn confirmed its safety, she handed it to Ramiel and saw it coordinated as soon as he saw it he instantly burned the paper,
Ramiel smiled at Haella and told her when he returned to meet with them he would treat them to lunch and a tour of his home, but as of now they must go, and politely asked her to wait with her group, and once again apologizes to her, Echo snap her fingers and instantly Haella was once again outside the barrier, suddenly it vanished and they were no longer there.
Krysha soon came to their leader and as her if she was able to relay the coordinates to Ramiel, she nodded and smiled at her friend and mentioned he had not changed much, he was still the kind but cautious and calculating friend they knew,
Krysha walked toward their team leader wrapped her arms around Haella and requested that they leave the party, seeing and interacting with those aristocrats was making her nauseous. and told her the Empress already left and the only person remaining was the
Homunculus Imperial Grand Vicegerent Beta and she was scaring her, her power has a different vibe and many mages felt it too, making them uneasy. Krysha knew that staying any longer would only heighten her discomfort, as the Homunculus's presence seemed to permeate the entire room. It was best for their team's well-being to retreat from the party and regroup in a more familiar and comfortable environment.
Haella agreed and mentioned if the Empress didn't invite them, she wouldn't be attending, Krysha was shocked to hear this from their leader, and openly and harshly talked back to their leader in a mischievous tone.
"huh! This was the best party I ever went to, the fact our once cute Ramiel was here to meet us,"
"Who would have a guest he was the Queen's son and grew up as a fine good good-looking man."
"and honestly my heart skipped a beat when I saw him fighting those massive undead outside the Strega walls,"
"and look he even healed our wounds, he is no longer the young man we saw inside the forsaken Forrest many months ago,"
"you are wrong Krysha, he is still the young man we knew, he might look different but he is still the same,"
"He will do whatever it takes to protect those who are important to him; he is still that calculating and strategic person who will go to great lengths to ensure their safety and well-being. His resolve and resourcefulness make him a formidable ally, as he always finds a way to overcome obstacles and keep his loved ones out of harm's way."
the one thing that bothers Haella is the artefact that accidentally uncovered while investigating some monsters roaming the far end of the canyon mountain wall surrounding the entire land of Strega the one thing that bothers Haella is the artefact that accidentally uncovered while investigating some various monster roaming the far end of the canyon mountain wall surrounding the entire land of Strega,
many who joined them died, and escaping was nearly impossible, their preparation was lacing and their new member's ego was the weakness that broke their team as they faced overwhelming challenges and enemies they never thought encounter in the Canyon mountains
What they accidentally discovered was too great; they never had the opportunity to think of the consequences they were about to encounter as they were inside the deepest part of the underground cave in the canyon wall, a Millennium-old sealed Mitrill gate artefact that stood twenty feet tall and ten feet wide. it had unknown carvings on its heavy door The carvings seemed to depict ancient symbols and intricate patterns, leaving the explorers intrigued and fascinated.
Little did they know that unlocking the mysteries behind those enigmatic carvings would set off a chain of events with unimaginable consequences. the remaining members of the guild and adventures were ecstatic to discover this great treasure, not knowing that the deaths of their comrades entering this place were just the beginning of their perilous journey. As they cautiously remained inside the underground hidden temple structure that seemed to be older than the city of Strega, slowly the air grew thick with an eerie silence, and a sense of foreboding filled their hearts. Unbeknownst to them,
it possessed an eerie and powerful energy that Krysha and Haella couldn't quite understand. Its mysterious origins and potential implications for the land of Strega, after the event that that very day that decimated her people and took her arm and Krysha's eyes, kept all of those who survived awake at night. the horror and pain they had to endure and survive was unlike anything they had ever experienced before.
The remnants of their once vibrant group now stood as a haunting reminder of the devastation that had unfolded. The survivors struggled to rebuild their lives amidst the ruins, haunted by the constant reminders of their losses. As Haella and Krysha tried to make sense of it all, they couldn't shake the feeling that there was something more to the event than met the eye. The mysterious origins of the catastrophe and its potential implications for Strega weighed heavily on their minds, fueling their heart to uncover the truth
They were just lucky that they were able to escape and return alive, though the scars, both physical and emotional, would forever remind them of the tragedy. Soon, the Garden Brawlers remaining new members decided to leave, knowing it was not worth dying for, but the two male remaining members of the Garden Brawlers, despite their disabilities, displayed unwavering determination to protect the weak from the undead invasion.
They knew that their commitment to upholding their code was more important than ever, as they fought tirelessly to defend their land and the weak and prevent another tragedy from occurring. As soon as the undead invaded their land a few days after they discovered the Millennium Gate.
It was an unfamiliar structure; it was similar to the Crimson Gate, but it was smaller, and the destination was unknown to them. there were seven rune languages carved on its frame and one was ᛖᚢᚱᛟᛈᛖ translating to Europe, Haella has no idea what it means but this was a place that triggered the chain of events that led to the undead invasion,
they wanted to return, but knowing they lacked the manpower and resources to investigate the place again they put it on hold until they regained the right time to go back, the place was not easy to enter as many different tribes and monster nests are located in that area Furthermore, the unpredictable terrain and harsh weather conditions made it even more challenging to navigate through the region.
they realized that attempting to enter without proper preparation again would not only jeopardize their safety but also hinder any potential progress in uncovering the mysteries of the place, remember those who joined them and died while inside the location were keeping Haella awake every night before , but with Ramiels healing spell she was able to forgive herself and finally sleep well that night.
while asleep Haella utter the rune word language ᛖᚢᚱᛟᛈᛖ that was one of the seven carve words on the sealed gate , with a meaning of Europe.