| Quote: 008
"In the vast universe of names, each one carries a story, a whisper of identity and potential. Just as rivers connect, so do names, converging in the riverbed of human connection, shaping both the present and the future. Names are not merely labels to distinguish us, but threads woven into the tapestry of our existence, making us part of the larger narrative of humanity. With every name comes a responsibility to honor its legacy and contribute to its ongoing story. In the realm of names and connections, we find the essence of our existence and our interconnectedness."
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You have reached your destination!
A long day of travel and wandering had left him feeling exhausted. Yet, He knew he was closing in on what he had sought for so long. It was finally time to secure what was rightfully his, and ensure that it would never be back in his possession.
Taking a moment to rest, he realized the need to reconnect with a familiar face.
"It's been tiring," He admitted, "but I think I've managed to found them now. I must retrieve what's mine, and keep it away from them permanently now."
The figure observed the intricate orb with curious eyes, studying the orb, it held unique patterns, the delicate forms of Narcissus and lotuses merging together in a harmonious tangle..
A golden chain, elegant yet resplendent, embraced the design, encircling it entirely. The chain glowed with a radiant aura, its links catching the light and reflecting it in soft shimmers.
Every part of the orb was carefully crafted and materialized, each element holding a purpose and meaning of its own, yet unified together in perfect balance.
As he peered into the orb, a sense of curiosity mingled with a hint of concern, wondering about the situation of the person he was observing.
Suddenly, his vision within the orb shifted, revealing a sight that both surprised and worried him. His face creased with a frown, and his grip on the orb tightened as he saw the person in front of the Imperial Reprisal Originator. | IRO
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The blacksmith looked at Sylus with a weary expression, a sigh escaping his lips as he watched the fiery individual before him gradually calming down. It had taken some effort to bring the agitated person back from their angered state to a more tranquil disposition.
"Are you finally calm now?" the blacksmith asked, his voice reflecting the relief that he had managed to quell Sylus's anger after a challenging struggle.
Sylus responded quietly with grumbles, his mood still sour and his annoyance palpable. A specific mortal's interaction with Kyo weighed heavily on his mind, particularly a person referred to as a 'puffin.'
"Yeah," he muttered, the gruffness in his voice betraying his lingering irritation.
The blacksmith, recognizing that Sylus might require time to compose himself, decided to broach a different topic.
"Seigneur," the blacksmith stated, his voice calm and measured, "there's a meeting that's been scheduled for a couple of wezkin. I thought it best to inform you so you can prepare.."
Sylus, still in a bit of a grumpy mood, responded to the blacksmith's words with a huff.
"A meeting againnnnn?? Eh?" he responded puzzled.
"I thought we just had one of those not too long ago… tho?"
The blacksmith nodded, confirming the upcoming assembly meeting.
"Well, yes, that's right. But there's another meeting scheduled for a couple of wezkin's time. It's with the entire assembly group."
Sylus listened with a touch of curiosity as the blacksmith explained, his gaze sharpening with interest.
"Mmm.. okay then." he acknowledged with a slight confused expression on his face.
"What about the reason?"
Sylus asks.
The blacksmith sighed quietly before continuing, "as for the reason..
There were several individuals who originated from other universes who somehow managed to appear in this realm once more. The Originator, The arbiter, and others of their titles... I'm guessing that's why they've called for this sudden assembly meeting."
Sylus's eyes narrowed slightly as he processed the information.
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Sylus sighs before nodding in agreement, acknowledging the meeting and schedule.
"Alright thennn..," he said, his voice taking on a less grumpy undertone. "You can go back to ya blacksmith shop and do whatever there.. I'll just see you at the assembly meeting later."
The blacksmith nodded in affirmation, then suddenly vanished without a trace, leaving Sylus alone in the room. The absence of the blacksmith's presence left Sylus with a sense of relief, his mind processing the information and contemplating the upcoming meeting that would be starting soon.
"Now I have to go do more work and research about these stupid ascenders.. always bothering my business and entertainment.."
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meanwhile…
on the other side..
Kyo's mind spiraled into bewildered confusion as he tried to reconcile the revelation.
"I'm the one who named you..?" he repeated, making sure that he heard it right while his voice laced with befuddlement.
Images of him taking on a maternal role like mother or something flashed through his mind, adding to the confusion. He couldn't fathom how he had ended up bestowing a name upon the man before him, adding to more questions about his lost memories.
「for some reason.. why is he being kidnapped instead of how like a normal person would talk to him??」
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Seong regarded Kyo with a worried gaze, concern etched on his face as he observed his shocked reaction.
"Are you alright, hyung…?" he asked, his voice laced with worry.
Kyo took a deep breath, attempting to process the information and collect himself.
"I really have tons of questions," he confessed, his voice tinged with a mix of curiosity and confusion.
Seong, started to smile worriedly, reassuring Kyo, his voice full of understanding.
"It's okay, hyung. Take your time," he said, his tone reassuring.
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「Why is my life so intense.. I even got kidnapped and stuff- what the hell did my past self do?? And what's up with my own abilities..」
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Kyo's thoughts were a chaotic storm of bewilderment as he grappled with the whirlwind of experiences that had consumed his life recently. The revelation of the system, the encounter with a mythical dragon, and the recent kidnap had left him feeling like his entire sense of self was crumbling apart.
As he sat in the luxurious room, still trying to make sense of everything, a sense of vertigo gripped his being, threatening to upend the very foundations of his existence.
Kyo's mind was a whirlwind of confusion, grappling with his recent experiences, including a strange system, a mythical dragon, and the baffling kidnapping. The current situation seemed to unravel the very fabric of his identity, plunging him into an existential crisis.
「Maybe it's best for me to ask about myself and my identity..?」
"Alright then," Kyo started to begin his list of questions, his tone tinged with a mix of determination and desperation, "first thing first- what was my position and who was I before I ended up in uhm.. the ocean? I have forgotten my memories of.. the past I'm pretty sure.
Kyo's mind was a whirlwind of confusion, grappling with his recent experiences, including a strange system, a mythical dragon, and the baffling kidnapping. The current situation seemed to unravel the very fabric of his identity, plunging him into an existential crisis.
"Alright then," Kyo started to begin his list of questions, his tone tinged with a mix of determination and desperation, "first thing first- what was my position and who was I before I ended up in uhm.. the ocean? I have forgotten my memories of.. the past I'm pretty sure."
"Ah right.. I thought you were gonna get unaffected by those.. Solitaire Ascenders. But, You're the Domesticator."
「A domesticator..? Isn't it like taming animals and domesticating them..?」
"So you're saying, I was a tamer or some sorts?"
"Yes, that's the thing."
".. so my position was a domesticator and my identity is?"
"You were the Solacer."
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Suddenly…
A woman appeared in the screen was a vision of both danger and beauty. Her hair was a stunning shade of pale blue, flowing gracefully around her slim figure. Her clothing seemed to hint at godlike being, crafted with intricate details reminiscent of a witch's attire..
Yet, What stood out the most, were her striking eyes. Blazing like fire yet as deep as the ocean, they held a gaze that could either captivate or send shivers down one's spine.
But,
A chilling, malevolent laugh reverberated through the space, filling the air with a sense of foreboding.
"How unfortunate... The Solacer is returning once more," a voice dripping with malice spoke, its tone laced with sinister yet mischievous amusement.
"I had thought that I have erased him, but it seems that it's just a simple man with the laughable ability to care for anything, even the most deadly of creatures…"
The voice paused, a menacing pause that hung heavy in the air.
"I can't wait to witness its suffering to begin once more!"
The woman's laugh grew more sinister and menacing as she observed the unfolding events.
"Haha,it's so funny.. that the Solacer is back again tho. It's almost as if it' or he's begging to be humiliated all over again!! Such a laughable creature he is, yet so predictable. It's almost too easy to relish in his eternal doom," she said, her voice dripping with malevolence and a touch of danger.
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