Ramiel had currently on earth for the past few days, school was nearly coming to an end, and even the scale of his daily task on both worlds was demanding he never once lost track of what he needed to do, gaining the highest achievement in the recent Ethereal Academy test, Ramiel was given exception and was allowed to have a flexible time when coming to class the fact the teachers saw he already surpass their teaching capability in the light of what he did during the examination . he just needs to attend class following certain rules implemented by the school council, and that was to be a good example to the other students to continuously train and study to further enhance their winning and survival rate, while facing those dimensional monsters entering earth.
Irles was no longer with him as she went back to Avarel city to tell her parents the good news, Baron Vandom Ragnar Hellmane and his wife Baroness Roshia Lierin were ecstatic and filled with joy the entire clan rejoiced as their assassin bloodline was secured,
Ramiel was shocked and happy at the same time earning this news the very day he came to fetch Irles at their home on earth, everybody was there and as soon he entered the human realm by his dimensional gate at their backyard garden Grandpa Tang and his Stepfather Guan Yu hug him and congratulated him,
he had no idea what was happening until he sat down and discussed this issue with the entire clan, the moment he heard Irles was pregnant he hugged her and kissed her, and everybody who was there burst into cheers, celebrating the news of a new addition to the family. The joy and excitement in the room were palpable as they all embraced the upcoming arrival.
Amelia cried filled with joy while Ariella Laila was jumping with joy, everybody was so happy. this was the situation at the Liu Chen residence a few days ago, this was the same energy and joyous atmosphere happening at the Hellmne residence as 100 of their assassin clan members were filled with excitement and anticipation. The news of a new member joining their family brought a sense of unity and happiness among them all. They couldn't wait to welcome the newest addition with open arms and celebrate together.
Ramiel like any other person who was about to become a father he has so many questions in his mind, he knew he was just five ers old when his soul got teleported into the artificial void and soon afTer became one with Allatou Estrith Demiurgos son weak and fading spirit,
as soon he came out of the artificial void and gain a vessal to gain a physical living breathing body he felt his mind also matured, he was already matured by human standards at a very young age he act , think and reasoned like he was already a teenager, he thinks this might be just a common element when a person was born beyond normal circumstances, his biological father was a known nefarious, and vicious cunning vile person, he was lucky that those traits never manage to overwhelm his dominant personality that came from his biological human mother, he knew that his other personalities came from that genetic imprint left to him by his human father,
Samuel Garcia was a known killer and a psychopath, within the time his mother Amelia was having a relationship with Guan Yu, he always tried to abduct her, but because Amelia was an awakened Ethereal with the power to manifest barriers he failed many times, now in hiding he was last spotted working for Alejandro Diaz Serrano the Consigliere of the Serrano Cartel and was never heard from again.
Being a father now was something he assumed he needed to accomplish in order to gain a sense of fulfilment and purpose in his life. The responsibility of raising and guiding a new generation brought him a sense of pride and determination to succeed in his role as a parent.
All he has to do is emulate the lessons that he was given by his parents, Ms. Dolores Tesfaye, Grandpa Tang and Grandma Mao, his second family in Sheol, and his grandparents.
This was a new chapter in his life that he was ready to embrace wholeheartedly. The love and support from his family and friends made him confident in his ability to be the best father he could be. Unconsciously, he felt he already knew this was meant to happen, and he was grateful for the opportunity to pass on the same values and wisdom to his own child. He knew that, with their guidance and his passion, he would be able to create a loving and nurturing environment for his own family.
As for now, he needs to settle a few things as he gains reports that his father-in-law clan was able to secure their position in the tent Realm and Maiae Dallmethad miserably failed to kill the three Sarthrellith relatives targeting to gain control over the empire of Gremore. The Reckless Brigade, under the leadership and control of Baron Vandom Ragnar Hellmane were formidable figures even against an insane war maiden like Maiae Dallmethad, and even the chimera force supporting her were annihilated. Ramiel was so sure and confident in those that he requested to lend a helping hand.
The collective link and sharing of information were his strongest assets. Ramiel was delighted to know the decision to create the collective was the right thing to do. The Reckless Brigade's success in defeating Maiae Dallmethad and her chimaera force solidified Ramiel's trust in his chosen allies. Their ability to work together and share crucial information proved to be invaluable, confirming Ramiel's belief that creating the collective was a wise decision.
Maiae Dallmethad as cunning as she was, was able to escape and seek refuge in a dozen possible hideouts his clan created over many years in different locations, some of which were rumoured to be beyond the Seventh realm.
Ramiel can resume his normal tasks and just patiently wait until he gains enough information on Gremore concerning their political and military move, as for now their actions were still a mystery, and the realm they were waging war with another faction was still unanswered. the identity of their enemy was still illusive and very careful in disclosing or accidentally revealing their insignia,
Even Empress Allatou Estrith Demiurgos was surprised to see the drastic change in her domain, the constant bandit raids and skirmishes with tribes and neighbouring territories had taken a significant step in becoming a Sheol ally. Especially those independent factions that never once accepted her reign over the vast land, among all the realms Sheol was so large that many powerful and huge tribal clans separated themselves from the influence of the current nobility, especially in the southwestern region.
No one could tell the members of the collective apart from the other residents of the area because they were so large and secretive. They all kept every conceivable facet of their existence. With the exception of being able to breathe and feel emotion, as well as the reproductive elements. Being reborn into a real living breathing lifeform was considered a sacred and rare event among the Homunculus, as it required a deep connection to the spiritual realm. A few reached this goal and were able to live again, but their loyalty toward the collective was never severed as they still abided by the rules of the collective source, and that was Ramiel.
the conversation about this was still a constant among the inhabitants of the land, they didn't comprehend they might be married or part of a family that was actually a Homunculus, and because many in this realm can manifest a certain amount of magic and above normal physical abilities, it was easy for them to blend in and continue living their lives without suspicion. The truth of their origins remained a closely guarded secret, known only to a select few who understood the true nature of their existence.
crime rate dropped significantly, and as the elevent realm of Corvania was open many merchants from both sides were now flourishing even the isolated but well-known Kingdom was also providing these merchants sufficient products to buy and sell all over the two realms,
each realm was surrounded by vast open waters, and natural sea resources were abundant but securing fresh supplies was difficult to transport. The only measure was to hire mages that can use ise spells to ensure the sea produce wouldn't spoil during transportation.
Hiring mages became a common practice among merchants in both realms to guarantee the freshness of their sea resources, allowing for successful trade between Corvania and the isolated Kingdom.
So because of this practice many merchants focus mostly in hiring mages than guards, mages were more expensive than guars so th balance was often shifted towards prioritizing magical protection over physical security.
This decision proved to be beneficial in maintaining the quality of goods and ensuring profitable trade routes between the two realms. But this is where every thing gets complicated , as the reliance on magic for protection leaves the merchants vulnerable to attacks from those who could counter or bypass magical defenses. This led to a rise in theft and sabotage, challenging the stability of the trade routes.
But because of the large number of undisclosed numbers of the Homunculus race serving silently to the collective thought, many problematic issues were given answers. Arcane created large container cold storage devices run and operated by mana crystal that were abundant within monsters roaming freely in the land.
The mages power was no longer focused on sustaining and constantly casting ice spells; they would just charge the mana crystals , and because cold storage was developed and created to ensure movability and safe shipments, it was created to be a game-changer in the transportation of perishable goods. This innovation revolutionized the way goods were stored and transported, leading to increased efficiency and reduced waste in the industry.
Soon many Guild mages that manipulated this kind of work were slightly pushed back by the rise of technology and automation, as their skills became less necessary in a rapidly changing world. However, some Guild mages found ways to adapt and integrate their magical abilities with modern tools and techniques, carving out new niches for themselves in the evolving marketplace. and some started to fairly price the merchants and not over-change them, leading to a more regulated and secure trading environment. The use of mana crystals in cold storage devices also helped to reduce spoilage and ensure the quality of goods being transported along the trade routes.
Even the roads were being developed as nobles serving the Empress were tasked with ensuring the modernization of their road trade routes. Even the use of huge docile creatures that were once feared are now being utilized as beasts of burden, further streamlining the transportation of goods.
This period of innovation and progress marked a significant shift in the economic landscape, paving the way for increased prosperity and efficiency in trade. As more people started to settle in the land of Sheol, areas that were owned by nobles that were barren were now being cultivated under the guidance of the new council, led by Maltathdar Galadhiel the younger brother of Lady Laerdya Galadhiel of Arcane. .
Working with him were Dryads Lord Mihangyl Vulluin, Dwarf Lord Reluvethel Venfir, and Beastkin Count Nelaeryn Iarxidor. These noble lords were loyal to Empress Allatou Estrith Demiurgos.,
These plans were conducted while Ramiel and his mother, the Empress, were casually discussing future plans to ensure Sheol would be stable for many generations to come, Ramiel even helped his uncle with land expansion as he introduced new land development and even created artificial land, Ramiel's innovative ideas for land development and artificial land creation were met with enthusiasm by his uncle and the council, as they saw the potential for long-term stability and prosperity in Corvania. With the support of his family and loyal lords,
but Ramiel was unaware of the changes happening in both worlds. Because of the constant exposure of the land to magical energies from Shoel, more dimensional rifts started to emerge in many locations simultaneously. Every time Ramiel would travel to Earth, a chain reaction would focus the dormant sleeping rift to activate.
These sleeping rifts were like a space anomaly that can be seen by the naked eye; it was mentioned before that it looked like a selected space that seemed to visually distort, it was harmless and physically unaffected as not affect those who accidentally came into contact with it.
It was like a floating mirage that only caused confusion and curiosity among those who witnessed it. However, as more rifts began to appear, the potential consequences of these dimensional anomalies became increasingly unknown and concerning. And now, with the constant magical energy being supplied by Ramiels travel, these sleeping rifts began to accumulate energy and started to open.
As the classifications of rift were highly monitored, the active low and middle-level rifts were considered mining grounds for resources and training grounds for new ethereal, but these places were sanctioned by the United Nations and managed and controlled by the guilds controlling the area.
While high-level rifts were considered a danger to humanity, all creatures were hunted and killed in a controlled manner in order to prevent any potential threats. Ethereal Defense Corp. worked tirelessly to ensure the safety of humanity and maintain balance within the rifts. , the place is also sanctioned by the Ethereal Defense Corps.
The United Nations has no authority to intervene in the management and control of these areas. Many Ethereal Guilds work closely with and under the Ethereal Defense Corps to ensure that all creatures are handled, disposed of, and killed in a safe and controlled manner to protect humanity from any potential threats.
Now that this was happening, Ramiel was worried. He asked Echo and Muldrulir to confirm that the sudden activation of the sleeping rift was not a coincidence, since the news of its activation was coincidentally linked to the moment he entered the realm of earth. Ramiel feared that there may be a connection between his presence on Earth and the rift's awakening, raising concerns about potential dangers that could arise. He sought reassurance from Echo and Muldrulir to understand the situation better and plan accordingly.
After a few days, it was confirmed that Echo tested his master theory, as she could also open a dimensional gate as she was just tapping into her master energy, but she could only open it for her own personal use. And directly connecting it to her private speaking room back in Arcane, as soon she opened it, the sleeping rift near District 7 where the Liu Chen reception was located instantly activated. It instantly grew from the size of a watermelon; it became ten times bigger.
The massive energy coming from Arcane was enough to fully activate the sleeping rift. The energy that the forsaken forest was producing was so potent that it only took a few seconds. While the transfer gate she opened was able to awaken the sleeping rift, even after closing the gate the fully active rift was stable for a few minutes. This was enough time for ahigh-levell monster to accidentally come across this rift and freely enter the human realm unopposed.
Echo was enough to stop any creatures from entering Earth that day, but what if a horde of evolved monsters came? It was going to take many lives. Killing a level 300 swamp golem was easy for her, but what about the humans in the area? It would be a different story.
After hearing this, Ramiel now thinks he was actually too engrossed in enjoying his newfound freedom and gift to think about the possible repercussions. It was a deception to travel between realms with sorrow. In spite of this, he hardly ever used an Arcane transfer gate unless it was absolutely required. As soon as he gets confirmation he now needs to make sure to lessen his travel, and like before, he told the collective to take note of this and find a suitable way to enter.
And he once again asked Echo and Muldrulir to conduct more tests and make sure their own collective energy or any other source of magical energy for that matter, wouldn't awaken these sleeping rifts.
Ramiel asked Mrs Lin Siniang if he could get any information about all the documented sleeping Rift that activated and details concerning this phenomenon, she happily agreed to his request as she knew he was going to use this information to plan something that could help and save innocent lives,
Fu Xi Shi Corporation's vast information network was unmatched in the realm of magical research. Ramiel knew he could trust Mrs. Lin Siniang to provide him with accurate and valuable information to aid in his investigation, and Ramiel asked if he had enough merits to get an Ethereal licence examination, as requested he wished to earn his keep.
Guan Yu was actively listening while Mrs Lin Siniang was talking to him by speaker, he smiled and said
" he is truly born for this!"