NOTE: this and the next 2 chapters are better consumed in one go, please make sure you have enough time to read all three for maximum enjoyment
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The sea surrounding the island was growing darker and darker, the low-hanging clouds seemingly becoming heavier and adding to the rising pressure in the atmosphere around, the only constant source of light in all of the visible area becoming the glowing lava on the island, it's brightest spot being a torrent from the new opening in the side of the volcano.
Five people clad in black robes with no insignia or any other identifying markings flew above the sea, gleeful grins on their faces and their eyes full of anticipation.
They were all relatively young-looking for someone achieving Mortal Transcendence Realm in this world, and two of them showed signs of unstable aura, signifying their recent advancements while one was a Minor Realm higher than the Temple Master of the Brilliant Sun Temple.
