As if responding to Brandon's declaration, a dazzling light burst forth from the many spectral pyramids strewn across the globe.
This radiant aura leaped like an uncontrolled blaze, rapidly enveloping every pyramid in its luminous hold.
Shielding his eyes from the blinding brilliance, Brandon marveled at the unfolding spectacle above him.
It was as if the very essence of the universe had converged upon these 42 singular points.
Streams of energy surged from the void of space, piercing Earth's atmosphere to strike the apexes of these spectral pyramids worldwide.
Mesmerized, Brandon watched as a pulsating orb materialized, suspended in the air just above him.
Ohmmmmm… Ohmmmmm… Ohmmmmm…
An enigmatic chant filled the air, resonating from the orb.
The rhythm pulsed with a transcendental beauty, its celestial melody indescribable.
Within its core, a kaleidoscope of colors danced—a mesmerizing display of gold, deep purple, shimmering blue, and silvery-white hues.
The shifting hues intertwined, casting an enchanting glow upon Brandon's face as it drew closer with every passing second.
"There it is! The Heart of Civilization!"
Brandon exclaimed, his eyes ablaze with determination.
His prior life had been one of hardship, but he knew that claiming the Hearts of Civilizations would make him the King of the Ethereal Pyramid, a pioneer in this world reborn from the ashes.
Yet, this wasn't solely about power or titles.
A vision of a world reborn under his guidance flashed before him, a silent promise to a figure from his past, urging him forward.
Lost in his thoughts, he remembered his abrupt end in his prior life, a tragic betrayal.
'Even in this second life, I'm restricted by my past knowledge. I only survived a few months before…'
Acknowledging his limitations, he realized there was much more to discover about this new mysterious world.
With a nonchalant flick, he tossed the wine bottle to the ground.
It landed upright, without spilling a single drop.
It was a gesture executed with a casual, almost nonchalant precision, as if defying the chaotic circumstances.
Yet, as he approached, a mysterious unseen force pushed against him, resisting his advance.
"Geoffrey!"
Brandon's voice rang out, commanding and urgent, his hand held open, gesturing for something.
He shook his hand a few times, but there was no immediate response.
Turning his gaze back, he saw his elderly butler with his head arched backward, lips trembling, tears streaming down his weathered face.
The emotions etched on his wrinkled visage were a mixture of astonishment, awe, and a touch of something else.
"Geoffrey, where's the water gun?"
He looked pointedly at his butler, his eyes filled with curiosity at Geoffrey's unusual reaction.
Geoffrey, regaining composure, wiped his tears and fumbled for the futuristic-looking rifle, clumsily tripping over a box.
Hand shaking, Geoffrey gave the gun to Brandon.
"H..here… Yy..young Mmm..aster…"
Quickly unscrewing the water gun's container, Brandon drew a hidden dagger from the side of his boot.
His fingers danced across the hilt with practiced ease, twirling it skillfully in his hand.
*SLICE*
Ignoring the startled look from his butler, Brandon sliced his palm without a moment's hesitation.
There was a ruthlessness to his action, a cold resolve that pierced through the air…
As blood welled from the wound, he clenched his fist, allowing the crimson droplets to drip down and fill the container.
*Squelch…* *Squelch…* *Squelch…*
The grotesque sound echoed ominously as he filled the ostentatious water rifle with his blood, his eyes locked on the descending orb.
With a precise motion, he brought the water gun to his shoulder, aligning the barrel.
His hands, stained scarlet, handled the weapon with the precision of a surgeon, adjusting the grip, aligning the sights, and pressing his palm against the trigger mechanism.
In one fluid motion, he squeezed the trigger, and a torrent of his own blood surged forth from the gun.
SPLATTER!!
A burst of blood erupted from the gun, splattering against the orb's surface and melding with its ethereal energy.
Simultaneously, a transcendental connection began to form between Brandon and the orb.
It was as if an invisible bridge emerged, linking their souls in a mysterious harmony
As the fusion deepened, time itself seemed to slow and distort...
In the midst of this profound moment, it was as if Brandon's third eye, his inner vision, burst open in a burst of clarity.
Suddenly, every detail within the ethereal pyramid became vividly clear, as if a veil had been lifted from his perception.
In this transcendental state, the singing frequency that had been inaudible before now reached his soul with an ethereal clarity.
Its harmonies echoed through his being, intertwining with his essence, unlocking hidden depths of understanding.
It was as if the celestial song carried ancient wisdom, secrets of the universe whispered directly to his soul.
As Brandon delved deeper into his transcendental state, a line of cryptic hieroglyphs materialized in his mind's eye.
[ &$! ^&% ^@#!$&)! ]
At first, they appeared as abstract symbols, perplexing and enigmatic.
But then, as if responding to his consciousness, the hieroglyphs shifted and morphed into familiar English words, unraveling their enigmatic message.
[ Name Your City ]
"Void."
Brandon whispered under his breath, the name echoing with a touch of reverence.
It felt instinctively right, resonating deep within him, as if it held a significance he was yet to fully grasp.
[ City of Void Formed ]
But there was more to be unveiled.
His consciousness was drawn to a scripture that materialized before him…
Suddenly, an apparition of a scroll appeared, showing:
[ Page 22/42 of The Book of Thoth ]
[ Incantation of Constellations Tier I ]
Description: Adept Initiates practicing the Incantation of Constellations can form bonds with peers, enabling shared experiences and power (Upgradable).
Effects: With this connection, the adept initiates would gain shared senses, empowering them to perceive and understand the world through each other's perspectives. Adept Initiates would share their strengths and bolster each other's abilities, forming a formidable alliance that transcended individual limitations.
Buff: [ Celestial Unity ]
This buff enhances their physical and mental attributes, amplifying strength, agility, intelligence, intuition, as well as magical and spiritual capacities. The buff becomes more potent as more initiates join the connection.
The Celestial Unity buff provides a continuous and cumulative effect, growing stronger as more adept initiates join the connection
Title Obtained: [ 1st King of New-Earth ]
Blessing Obtained: [ Imperial Aura ]
Effects: +100% to All Attributes
A surge of energy coursed through Brandon.
Such titles and blessings were rare, reserved for those who dared to tread unknown paths.
The weight of '1st King of New-Earth' was not lost on him.
With it came power, responsibility, and undoubtedly, the attention of unseen forces.