However, how did Penny react when he was gifted?
"Aunt, uncle. Thank you for sharing what you have barely got. I will surely repay this generosity you have given to me. I will do my utmost strength to bring glory to our house. I will be your strength back and forth." Bowing.
"Nah, don't worry about it. Just make sure that you don't forget what we have done for you."
"I will forever remember."
He was a fool back then. Though I shouldn't say that at that time, he still was in the grasp of his adoptive parents. I should also act the same so that I won't alarm them.
"Aunt, uncle. Thank you, I will remember this kindness." Barely saying it. As I couldn't act the fool Penny back on time.
"Nah, don't worry about it. Just make sure that you don't forget what we have done for you." Now go to your rooms."
However, the content of what I conveyed was changed a bit. Its reply was still the same. This made me shiver, this only defies that what would happen shall happen. That is if I continue to act like what Penny did, hmm.
I soon came back to my room and opened the box. It glowed in white, and soon, I rested my mind and body to prepare for tomorrow.
On the other hand...
"Husband, are you sure is it okay to give something so pricy to that bastard, what if he doesn't appreciate it?" Cora comply.
"Come on. We knew that it was just a bit of money compared to what it would give back to us once he became a Sprite Master. That child has been a smart-ass since early on. For sure, he will show a great result on this coming awakening ceremony."
"I see! Now I know what my husband wants to say. But did husband spend lots of money on that thing?"
"Of course not! That was fake, so rest your mind!"
...
The village of Snow-Purple Snake or also known as Shiva Village. It is located in the northern beasts part of the continent. This tribe has always been the talk of other beasts when it comes to a terrifying species of beasts. This tribe of Snow-Purple Snake was always bloodthirsty and power-hungry which came from their unique bloodline. You should expect that once you enter their territory, your luck has died out. Because no matter how you struggle to run away, you will be caught in no time. However, some got lucky and still managed to get out. Still, ever since then, if you don't have the strength to lurk around Shiva Village, then you better not think of stepping on its territory.
But remember, no matter what place you lurk, there is always a danger that needs to be faced.
Inside Shiva Sect.
Clan Leader, Muski Shiva. "Let me make things short. As all of you already know why you gathered in this place. I shall say that this day to change your life. A life that will enter a path of blood and killing. This sect was created for youngsters like you to grow. This shall be a reminder that once you accept this ritual, you shall seek the path of madness. Do you hear me?!"
The crowd soon yelled as if it was a normal occurrence for them to be able to enter this institute. I shall say that, as I was waiting for things in this crowd and hearing the words of the clan leader. I couldn't help but feel my blood boiling. As if something within me was trying to yell and engulf me in madness. As if I was being controlled, but at the end of the speech, I still managed to remain sane.
Soon, we entered a towering cave that looked like a boulder of a great mountain. As we entered inside, purple dust welcomed us and lightened the surroundings for us to see.
Pretty cool, huh
Spikes of ice that shimmer from the light could be spotted. Thought, careful was needed to apply them as they are too sharp to be touched. The kids who saw them became amazed at such a beautiful sight, even I can't deny that.
"Five hundred years ago, our Snow-Purple Snake tribe ancestor found this towering mountain. A mountain of treasures that reside. At first, it is written that he thought of it as a normal mountain and migrated to this land. Back then, he lived like any beast who fought for survival. As he wandered around the mountain, he stumbled on this source of energy that led him to be called one of the strongest beasts on this continent. So, children, you must remember this. The most important thing for a cultivator was having resources on their hand. That way, you will be able to achieve greatness in power!"
As we stop, a bloody pool is shown. Around it was a purple tulip that was perfectly designed for its surroundings.
'it is as if they were placed by someone there.'
The myth says that this pool originated from the energy of the universe and was an eye-catching pool that glimmers from the darkness. It wasn't just any ordinary water but also a golden one that was the resting place of many sprites. Back then, it was the sole reason why the ancestor of Snow-Purple Snake was always being chased and the reason why it turned into a bloody one was because he ate the sprite that lived here and that their blood changed the colour of this pool.
'Such an occurrence that should have been seen with a naked eye. But well, I shouldn't dream of this kind of event as the main character will soon show'
Now, the starting point of this change shall begin!
"This purple tulip was one of the very essence of Sprites foods. They produce a spiritual rock that cultivators help grow their strengths. So we must take extra care of this." Clan Leader, Muski Shiva.
Wow!
The pool was so bloody!
Those purple tulips smell like candy, sweets
So pretty, I wanna plant that flower in my courtyard.
Are you crazy?
An old man soon stepped forward as he bowed like a cultivator would, "Clan leader, we can proceed now."
"Hmm, I see. Now listen, everyone. As I called your name, came forward near the pool and took off your clothes. Then, soak your body to the pool. A star will show at the top of your head and how much star will show will indicate if you are qualified to enter the Shiva Sect. Understood!"
"Yes!!!"
"Now up first, Shiva Shusi."
"Here!"
A child around the age of 15 soon comes forward. As soon as she stepped near the bloody pool, she quickly removed her only robe, which triggered some male beast to say, "Wow" in sight. But it was quickly stopped by the headmaster saying, "If you continue to act like this, then better leave now that you haven't soaked your body in the pool than be sorry later." Of course, they become embarrassed as they also apologise, but this kind of occurrence wasn't new to all the elder inside the cave as in their time, the reaction was also the same.
"Ahem! Now, soak your body, shusi." Clan Leader, Muski Shiva.
"Ah, yes!"
Must be because of shock, shusi jumped into the pool like a scaredy cat. The crowded laugh and the clan leader just shook his head.