Continuing down from [ZOMOUNT], James and Oliver had covered half the distance, which was 4,000 meters below
[ASHFORD Town].
Oliver requested, "Master, the town is still far away. Why don't we rest for a bit?" His voice sounded tired.
Seeing Oliver exhausted, James replied, "Okay, we'll rest. Go and make preparations. I'll take a short walk." With that,
he flew off, having been riding on Sanatorus's back until now.
Watching his master fly into the air, Oliver thought to himself,
"Master speaks with full confidence as if all this is very trivial for him." Feeling proud,
he said, "Why not, master? Come back when I've set up a place for you to sleep."
James said, "Good. I'll be back in a while. Take care." Saying this, he flew up into the air, moving towards the right side.
After a short time, James sat atop a tree 500 meters up, waiting for someone.
As James sat parched atop a tree, he recalled the conversation with UNI from four hours earlier ..
**Four hours earlier...**
UNI had told James,
"Host James, there is a powerful vision skill in this area that you must acquire at all costs."
James, confused, asked because he already had the [HUNTER SENSES] skill, which allowed him to sense the area up to 500 meters around him. It felt like sensing energy, and when James first activated [HUNTER SENSES], he saw a red, human-like energy form in front of his eyes.
So, based on this, James didn't understand the need for this powerful vision skill.
He asked UNI, "How exactly will this powerful vision skill help me? "
UNI responded, "The powerful vision skill is not merely about detecting energy like your current ability. It will enhance your perception, "
"allowing you to see through illusions, detect hidden threats, and gain insights into the true nature of things. "
"This will be invaluable in navigating the challenges ahead, especially in understanding and countering the complex dynamics of this world."
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Reflecting on UNI's explanation, James realized the potential benefits of acquiring the new skill. It could provide an edge in situations where his [HUNTER SENSES] might fall short.
*Back in the present*
, As he sat atop the tree, James scanned the area, searching for any signs or clues that might lead him to this elusive vision skill. He knew that unlocking it could significantly enhance his capabilities and provide a strategic advantage in his journey through this world.
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James asked, "UNI, how can I acquire this powerful Vision skill and from whom?"
UNI replied, "Host James, to obtain this powerful Vision skill, you need to hunt the [STRATOS QUEEN] "
Upon hearing the name [STRATOS], James recalled information from the third page of the [UNITY] book.
"So, to gain this powerful Vision skill, I need to battle this psychopath bird," James thought.
(Author now angry on mc : You Psychopath not the bird ,,,..and not put the random names about Innocent bird you psychopath killer basterd hufff ....sorry guys #Birds love fan Forever; some imotional damage .)
"To fight this psychopath bird, I need to plan carefully. According to the book, if the information is correct, I will need to act very swiftly. This bird can see clearly for several kilometers, and everything appears much larger in its vision—almost like it has a giant eye watching everything constantly."
"And this bird is awake for 30 hours straight, with its eyes open all the time."
(Author's note: Yup , 30 hours full day n Night , why because. This is my 1st damn story... )
"Why it remains awake all the time is something the book didn't specify, but UNI might have additional information."
"And it has a light red crest on its head, but its purpose is unknown to me. I might need further details from UNI."
James asked, "UNI, why does this [STRATOS] bird not sleep, and why does it have a light red crest on its head?"
UNI replied, "It cannot sleep because its intense energy is released through its eyes. If that energy is blocked, its eyes could explode, which is why it never closes them."
"As for the crest on its head, it is the source of that energy. The energy emitted from its eyes allows the [STRATOS] bird to see clearly for many kilometers."
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Hearing UNI's words, James asked, "So, how do I kill the STRATOS Queen without being detected by her vision?"
UNI replied, "One month before you arrived, the STRATOS Queen gave birth, and just three days ago, the baby hatched from its egg. Now, her entire focus will be on her child in that nest "
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"So, I have the perfect opportunity," James said as he began preparing, waiting for the STRATOS bird to emerge. According to the information UNI provided,
the Stratos Queen would come out every midnight for just 5 minutes to take care of its personal needs before retreating back into its 2-meter-wide nest inside the tree.
With midnight approaching, James eagerly waited, a sense of anticipation building within him. He was excited, knowing that the bird's vulnerability would be at its peak during this brief window.
"Come on, my psycho bird, I'll give you a proper welcome," James muttered to himself.
As soon as the STRATOS Queen bird appeared, beginning its routine, James knew he had only 5 minutes to act.
"Just 5 minutes… that's all I have to add this psycho bird to my dead list, in the third spot," he thought, focused and ready to strike.
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James was standing 100 meters away from the tree that was 400 meters in the opposite direction. He could clearly see
STRATOS QUEEN.
As soon as he saw STRATOS Queen emerging, he immediately activated [REPULSIVE FORCE].
James began to levitate in the air and started moving slowly towards STRATOS.
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Determination gleamed in his eyes. Rising into the air, James felt the energy pulsating around him. The ground beneath him slowly receded, and a gust of wind brushed against his face. He focused on his target, gradually advancing towards STRATOS Queen.
His speed was increasing, and he could feel waves of energy surging through his hands.As he approached closer to STRATOS Queen,
he raised his hands slightly, as if preparing to unleash an invisible force. STRATOS Queen noticed him, and for a moment, their eyes locked. James accelerated further,
the air around him starting to stir as if a storm was brewing.
At that moment, James raised his right hand and activated [Attraction Force]. A large rock from below was swiftly pulled towards him, shaping itself into a sword-like form in mid-air before landing firmly in his grasp.
As [Attraction Force] demonstrated its power, James began to ascend rapidly towards STRATOS Queen .
The air around him hummed with energy, as if bracing for a colossal clash. His speed increased further,
and his eyes locked onto STRATOS with unwavering determination as he closed the distance between them.
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As James swiftly reached the neck of the STRATOS bird with his large [STONE SWORD], death approached.
In those two seconds, STRATOS Queen recalled an old memory from when STRATOS King spoke to his Queen, who was on the verge of death.
In Bird Language:
"My Queen, he is coming. Exactly 65 years from today," the STRATOS King said.
The STRATOS Queen, shocked, asked, "Is he really coming, my King?"
The STRATOS King, with a serious tone, replied, "Yes, he will definitely come to Zyphoria. The [RULER's Guardian] himself told me."
The STRATOS Queen, now serious, said, "Then, Your Majesty, this time we must make the first move for the STRATOS species."
King STRATOS responded, "Yes, Queen. This time, our species must side with the RULER at any cost."
"And that's why, Queen, you must go down to Zyphoria and take on your bird form."
After that, you must head to ZOMOUNT's STRATOS Royal birds' nest, deliver my order there.
"In the ZOMOUNT Jungle, a nest will be prepared for you in this place, and no other Royal STRATOS should be near it."
Worried, the Queen asked, "But, Your Majesty, if no one is around while I'm pregnant, I'll have to endure great difficulties."
The King, with anger, responded,
"Queen, no one must know that you've gone down. If they find out, the [UNION TABLE] will definitely start keeping an eye on us, and our future will be jeopardized. For the sake of our species' future, no one should know."
Understanding the King's concern, the Queen replied, "I'm sorry, Your Majesty, I didn't think that far ahead."
King STRATOS said, "It's okay, Queen. It is I who should apologize, as I'm seeing you for the last time." Saying this, he hugged the Queen tightly.
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Hearing the King's words, the Queen felt something was off. Confused, she asked, "Your Majesty, I'm only going to be here for a few more years, so you don't need to worry too much. I will take good care of our child and myself."
"And when I meet him, I won't make the same mistake that your ancestors did, the one we are still paying the price for. I won't repeat their mistake." Saying this, she pulled away from the King's embrace and looked at him.
The STRATOS King, who was hesitant to speak, finally spoke in a soft voice,
"You're very wise, Queen. The little respect our species has earned is because of you."
"But I cannot forgive myself for what's going to happen, and there's nothing I can do. I'm utterly powerless." Tears began to well up in the King's eyes.
Seeing his tears, the Queen panicked and, wiping them with her hand, asked,
"What is it, Your Majesty? Please tell me clearly what has made you feel so helpless that you're crying."
The STRATOS King, emotional and speaking as if a heavy weight was on his chest, said,
"Queen, do you remember 935 years ago, when I brought a Vision Energy, and later, I placed that Vision Energy into your eyes?"
The Queen, recalling the memory, replied, "Yes, Your Majesty, I remember. That pain still lingers in my eyes. What kind of Vision Energy is it that I, a higher being, can feel such pain when I shouldn't?"
"It's because that Vision Energy directly belongs to the RULER himself, and it was given to me by the RULER's GUARDIAN. That energy is now inside you."
Upon hearing this, the Queen was so shocked that she got up from the bed, trembling. Words tried to escape her mouth, but they couldn't.
Seeing her state, the King held her hand, sat her down, and softly said, "Queen, I know how you're feeling, which is why I didn't tell you earlier."
"And I'm telling you now because your death in ZOMOUNT is inevitable, which fills me with immense sorrow." As he finished speaking, tears began to flow from his eyes again.
The Queen became even more confused, her emotions a mix of disbelief and fear. She was at a loss for words.
"What do you mean, King?" was all she could say.
In that same soft voice, the King continued, "The RULER's GUARDIAN told me that this Vision Energy would remain with my wife, the STRATOS Queen, for a certain time."
"And exactly 1000 years later, in the ZOMOUNT world, this Vision Energy must be passed on by you, the STRATOS Queen. After that, you will die." Saying this, he bowed his head in sorrow.
For a while, silence filled the room.
The King broke the silence once more.
"For the better future of our species, your sacrifice has become necessary, Queen."
Present...
Remembering all these words, the STRATOS Queen looked at her small child one last time as tears welled up in her eyes. Then, she turned to face James and softly said,
"FOR THE FUTURE..."
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