The hologram's sudden appearance shocked the Clan Lords, making them stop in their tracks. The Clan lords jumped back, eyes wide in surprise and confusion. "What... what is this thing?" one of them muttered, clearly frightened. "A Spirit?"
Glowing letters began to appear on the hologram, forming a message:
[I am Lord Seojun Spirit Guardian, Show your loyalty to my master if you wish to gain his trust and support.]
Kazrak growled, his voice filled with suspicion, "What do you mean by that? Who are you?"
Zholga hissed, "What is this magic? Who is speaking to us?"
Sorgar's hollow voice echoed, "A spirit of the domain, or something else?"
Vrok snorted, his nostrils flaring, "Enough with these tricks! Show yourself!"
Balor's single eye narrowed as he studied the hologram. "This is no ordinary magic. Speak, whoever you are! What is this test?"
[My master knows what is happening in the domain. He is testing each of you.]
The Clan Lords exchanged serious looks as the system continued, [If any of you can solve the coming disaster, you will earn my master's favor and be granted great power. Prove yourselves worthy, and my master will acknowledge you.]
The Clan Lords gathered in a circle, still skeptical about the system's words. Kazrak, the Lion Demon Lord, growled in frustration. "This is just talk. Why should we trust a whatever that is in the air?"
Balor, The one-eyes demon, nodded. "Show us something real—something that proves your so-called 'master' has power worth following."
Sensing their doubts, the system decided to give them a taste of something special. The hologram flickered, then changed to show an unfamiliar object—a small, round treat wrapped in shiny, colorful paper that glimmered like magic.
It was a Golden Earth Elixir—a name the system gave to what was just a piece of chocolate truffle from Earth. This simple candy was unknown to the demons of Nerathiel. In their world, Their delicasies is quite delicious but they had never tasted something like this..
The system's hologram, introducing the small treasure. [This is a delicacy from a world beyond your knowledge—something from a place called Earth. A single taste of this 'Golden Earth Elixir' brings an experience unlike anything you've ever known. It offers a flavor and energy boost so rare and potent, it cannot be found anywhere in your domain.]
The Clan Lords stared at the small object, now curious. Even Balor, the one-eyed demon known for his serious nature, leaned forward, his red eye fixed on the shining candy. "What is this…elixir? I've never seen anything like it," he murmured.
Vrok, the Bull Demon Lord, snorted but couldn't hide his interest. "It looks small and weak, like it could do nothing... but my instincts say otherwise."
Kazrak moved closer, his golden mane bristling with caution. "If this 'elixir' is as powerful as you claim, prove it. Let us see its effects with our own eyes."
The hologram shifted, and a small compartment opened up, revealing the truffle in its shiny wrapping. [One of you may taste it, ] the system declared. [Step forward and experience a treasure from another world.]
Zholga, always quick to take risks, slithered forward. "I'll try it," she said, her forked tongue flicking nervously. She unwrapped the chocolate, revealing its dark, smooth surface. The scent was unlike anything she'd ever encountered—rich and sweet. She took a cautious bite.
As soon as the chocolate touched her tongue, her eyes went wide, and her body shivered. She gasped, feeling a rush of sweet, deep flavors and a surge of energy unlike anything she'd known. Her whole being was filled with a new sensation—sweet, smooth, and rich. It was like tasting pure delight.
The other Clan Lords watched closely as Zholga's expression shifted from shock to bliss. Her serpentine body trembled, her eyes fluttered shut, and she let out a pleased hiss. "This… this is amazing," she whispered, genuinely awed. "I've never tasted anything like this in my life."
The other Clan Lords exchanged surprised looks. If Zholga, known for her caution, was impressed by this tiny Earthly treat, maybe there was some truth to the system's claims after all.
The system's voice returned, calm but firm. [My master holds knowledge and treasures beyond this realm—things you have never imagined. Now, decide. Will you show loyalty to my master and prove yourselves, or will you miss the chance to gain what no other demon has tasted or held?]
To further convince them, the hologram changed again. This time, it showed a glowing Orb of Restoration—a mystical item that could heal wounds instantly and restore energy to anyone who held it. The orb shimmered with a soft blue light, radiating warmth and power.
[This is another item my lord can offer,] the system continued. [A rare Orb of Restoration. With it, you could recover from any injury and regain your strength in seconds. An artifact of this kind does not exist in your domain. It is beyond your reach—unless you prove yourselves worthy.]
Balor, the one-eyed demon, took a deep breath, his interest clear. "It seems we have underestimated this human" he admitted.
Kazrak nodded slowly, a new respect in his sharp eyes. "Very well. We will take this test and prove our worth."
One by one, the Clan Lords nodded in agreement. The system's display had convinced them. They were now curious about what more Seojun could offer. The game was on, and they were ready to play by the rules.
The Clan Lords immediately moved towards the forest pushing each other.
The system, observing their actions, thought to itself, 'I should have appeared as a ball of light to make it easier for them to understand. But for now, the most important thing is ensuring that the host remains undisturbed and gets the rest he needs.'
Meanwhile, Nerathiel, gazing up at the sky, It sensed the pain of the Aeternum Yggrith and muttered, "It's dying."
In the forest, Huno and Silla had transformed into their enormous 15-foot-tall forms. Silla, with his nine heads hissing and snapping, led the way with a sense of fierce determination. A dark, swirling fog began to surround them, thickening the air and making visibility difficult.
Silla, his heads darting in different directions, turned to Huno and said with a competitive edge, "Let's see who can defeat the demon first. I'll be the first to reach it!"
Huno, with a playful growl, accepted the challenge. "You're on, brother!"
As they pushed through the fog, the sound of powerful wings beating against the air echoed around them. The ground trembled slightly with each beat, adding to the tension of the moment. The black fog seemed to thicken, and an unsettling energy filled the forest.