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fourth chapter.
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"Magic and dragons, ancient forces of mystery and wonder that have captured the imagination of humans since time immemorial. From the fire-breathing beasts that guard treasure in far-off lands to the enchanted spells that can change the course of history, magic and dragons have long held a special allure for those who seek adventure and excitement."
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A thunderous, earth-shaking roar echoed through the distance, causing the animals in the nearby forest to scatter in panicked retreat. Kyo couldn't help but feel a pang of worry for the safety of the town, but his curiosity got the better of him. He cautiously approached the edge of the field, trying to catch a glimpse of the source of the disturbance. However, just as he was about to get a view, something unexpected happened…
A massive, destructive celestial Dragon emerged from the depths of the forest, displaying its magnificent form and scales that glistened in the sunlight!
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The dragon's form was truly striking, a celestial being of extraordinary presence. Its golden line scales glimmered on its wings, creating a mesmerizing effect. The scales, a vibrant light blue, seemed to glow with an unearthly light, as if the dragon had captured a piece of the sky itself. The dragon exuded an aura of power and authority, suggesting it was no ordinary creature but rather an honoued celestial being, commanding respect and reverence.
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The dragon's gaze suddenly fell upon Kyo, who was hiding among the tall grass nearby, realizing the dire situation he was in. Fearing for his safety, Kyo hastily dashed towards the field, desperately trying to hide himself. However, the dragon's sharp senses quickly detected his presence, and it immediately set its sights on the field. The surroundings trembled as the dragon forcefully swooped down, causing a chaotic whirlwind of destroyed plants and leaves.
"Oohhh shi-!"
Kyo cursed silently in his mind, his thoughts racing as he realized he was in grave danger...
The celestial dragon was closing in on him, and he had no time to lose. Without a moment's hesitation, he activated his ability, infusing his body with a surge of power that coursed through his veins.
< Remedial Calamitous Activated. >
Poisonous fog began to envelop the dragon, as it was unamused by the unusal and disgusting stench. However, the dragon soon began to suffer the effects of the poison, as its wings slowly drooped, and it writhed and writhed in agony. Its fiery roars of pain echoed through the air, creating a symphony of suffering.
Kyo observed the dragon, feeling a twinge of pity and discomfort at its torment. The dragon, in its desperate state, frantically flapped its wings, causing powerful gusts of wind to deal massive damage to its surroundings.
"Fuk-!! Deactivate!!"
Kyo grits his teeth, desperately trying to deactivate the ability he had activated earlier, but the fierce winds created by the dragon's constant flapping wings made it difficult for him to concentrate.
He struggled to maintain his grip, his fingers digging into the bark of a nearby tree as the ability hastily lost its potency.
< Remedial Calamitous deactivated. >
The poison fog finally lost its effect, and the weakened dragon crashed to the ground with a massive thud, causing a shockwave that sent tremors through the surrounding area. It writhed in pain, its once proud form now reduced to a state of vulnerability, letting out pitiful whimpers and cries…
"Dang.. that sure is a dangerous dragon with a really loud cry.."
Kyo cautiously moved closer to the injured dragon, his expression a mixture of concern and curiosity. He observed the dragon closely, noting how it was attempting to recover its energy and alleviate the remnants of the poison coursing through its system. Despite the dragon's imposing appearance, Kyo's Poison ability seemed to have taken its toll, leaving the creature weakened and vulnerable. As he approached, Kyo couldn't help but reflect on the power of his own ability of < Remedial Calamitous. >, realizing that even a celestial dragon like this one affects it.
"a dragon, huh.."
Kyo spoke softly with a bit of worry, his voice tinged with a hint of sympathy. He couldn't help but feel a pang of guilt at the thought of such a magnificent creature like this dragon meeting its end.
The scales of the celestial dragon, shimmering under his touch, felt smooth and cool as he stroked them. With a hint of determination in his eyes, he activated his Poison Resistance, effectively neutralizing any remaining traces of the dragon's poison..
The dragon's recovery was almost instantaneous, its strength returning in a near-miraculous fashion. As the last remnants of poison faded, the dragon's gaze suddenly turned towards Kyo. The creature's eyes, filled with a mixture of curiosity, wariness, and perhaps a hint of gratitude, met Kyo's, creating an intense and charged moment.
"Please don't eat me- please don't eat me-"
Kyo held his breath, his heart racing with fear. He prepared to run, silently praying that he wouldn't become the dragon's next meal. However, just as he was about to flee, a brilliant beam of light materialized, bathing the field in a warm glow. The flowers around him appeared to shine as well, and to his astonishment, the celestial dragon had shrunk down to a diminutive size…?
"What the..?"
Kyo muttered confusedly, his eyes widening in shock. Suddenly, a deep and sagacious voice echoed through his mind, causing him to jolt.
"HOLY MOLLY QUACKER BISCUITS FRUIT CERAL CHOCOLATE FUDGE SHAKE MILK BISCOFF COOKIES SHI-"
A deep and regal voice resonated in their minds, a sense of ancient wisdom within its tone.
"Fear not, for it is I, the celestial dragon, who speaks to you now," the voice said, every word dripping with an air of elegant gravity.
The dragon's voice, deep and wise, rumbled within Kyo's mind, transmitting its thoughts through telepathic means. Kyo, surprised but understanding, responded.
"Yeah, I can hear you... I mean, it makes sense coming from a majestic creature like you."
He scratched the back of his neck uncomfortably, his gaze fixed on the miniature version of the once-towering celestial dragon.
The dragon's telepathic query echoed in Kyo's mind, its tone a mixture of curiosity and mystification.
"Mortal, who are you?"
Kyo was about to respond back to the question when the sound of an arrow being fired snatched his attention. A sharp streak of pain stung his cheek as the arrow sliced through the air, just missing his face. Kyo quickly spun around, his eyes wide with fear and worry. Strangely, the dragon remained calm, its gaze fixed on the direction from which the arrow had originated.
"What the hell dude-..?"
"I had hopes that the pathetic, foolish mortal would have met his demise or been eradicated, yet, to my chagrin, he continues to remain unharmed and lively."
The dragon's voice took on a menacing tone, its growl filling the air as it fixated its gaze on the source of the arrow. Kyo gingerly touched his cut cheek, his confusion mixed with fear.
"Uh, I'm not the target, right...?"
He anxiously looked at the dragon, his worried expression clear. Then, the ground trembled, and a massive barrier materialized, encircling both Kyo and the dragon. Constellations were intricately depicted on its surface, adorning the formidable yet majestic defense.
Kyo exhaled, a resigned sigh escaping his lips as he accepted the perilous situation. He quickly activated his ability,
< Remedial Calamitous >
preparing for the showdown ahead.
"Looks like I'm in really, really, really big trouble.."
he muttered under his breath.
Suddenly, the dragon stood up in its diminutive celestial form, the size of a small dog, and fixed its gaze on the ominous figure in the distance.
"We meet again, mortal," the dragon declared with authority and threats.
The mysterious black figure vanished, only to reappear in a blinding flash!
lunging towards the dragon with seemingly lethal intent..
Kyo's quick reflexes kicked in, and he darted towards the dragon, intending to assist it. However, before he could reach it, the figure grabbed hold of him instead.
"Hey! Wait a minute-!?" Kyo protested, his voice filled with surprise.
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"…"
"….?"
The dragon's eyes widened, an expression of disbelief on its small face, as Kyo was snatched up by the mysterious figure. The dragon hadn't expected this unexpected twist. It seemed the figure's original intention had been to capture not the dragon,
but… Kyo?
Even the figure appeared bewildered by the turn of events.
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C o m p l e t e!
"Finally!!! My system is back!"
Sylus, seemingly pleased, spun around with a hint of excitement, their system now fully operational. The blacksmith stood behind, their appearance a smudged mess of ink and stains, clearly indicating the intensity of their work.
"Hah! It worked!" Sylus exclaimed, a wide happy smile on their face.
Sylus nodded gleefully, still filled with satisfaction from the activation of the system.
"Happy, now?"
"Absolutely!!!" Sylus replied, their satisfaction obivous.
The blacksmith crossed his arms, his amusement clear at the sight of Sylus's exuberant reaction. He mentioned their role in managing various awakeners, then his gaze turned towards Kyo, whom Sylus referred to as a "puffin." The blacksmith couldn't help but be intrigued by this interesting human.
The blacksmith pondered a couple of questions, eyeing Sylus and kyo thoughtfully. He wondered who this human was that managed to bring such a significant impact to Sylus's mood and excitement.
"Who is this human, and how did they affect the seigneurial so greatly?"
the blacksmith mumbled to himself, his curiosity piqued.
Maybe he should pay a little visit to this dear "puffin."
With a puzzled look on his face, Sylus tilted his head and inquired,
"Soooo, what was the issue that caused my system to malfunction??"
The blacksmith, still covered in ink and stains from his work, replied, "It seems there were underlying bugs and corrupted data by someone. I managed to diagnose and fix them, which is why it's working properly now."
The blacksmith took a deep breath, preparing to explain the rest of the issues.
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The blacksmith looked a little annoyed and let out a weary sigh, reflecting on the issue. He offered his theory,
"It appears that the mortal with dark crimson hair, you know? the one who altered this realm, might be the culprit behind the system malfunction.."
He continued, "I found some clues within the system's error messages, it may suggest that his presence or actions could have triggered the bugs and corruptions I found in the codes while examining it."
".. Say what now?"
Sylus says with a frown on his face as he forces a tight smile.
The blacksmith, noticing Sylus's frown, quickly tried to smooth things over, apologizing,
"Forgive me, Seigneur. I didn't mean to upset you by mentioning that mortal."
He added, "But.. it does seem that he keeps causing issues, which concerns me. It's the [..] time now that he's somehow managed to affect the system."
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