Chapter 1174 Return of someone awesome
Ayag's eyes widened in amazement as he processed Pink's revelation.
"Can you really turn these data crystals into spy cams?" he asked, still trying to grasp the extent of their newfound capabilities.
"Already done," she replied with a smirk. She swiftly keyed in a few commands, and the screen changed to display a live feed. The image revealed a room bustling with activity, where elves, humans, and halflings were busily working. They were deeply engaged in imbuing parchments into data crystals, surrounded by glowing runes and spells.
"This must be one of Seraphene's spy hubs," Michael observed, analyzing the feed. The room was a hive of information gathering, likely a crucial node in the goddess of information's network.
Pink couldn't help but chuckle at the irony of their situation.
"For now, it seems we can keep an eye on the goddess of information herself," she said, her voice laced with amusement. The thought of turning the tables on the goddess renowned for her surveillance capabilities was both thrilling and empowering.
However, Sarba interjected with a note of caution.
"Be careful, Pink. We're treading on dangerous ground here," she warned. Her reminder was a sobering one, highlighting the risks involved in their endeavor.
Pink's eyes narrowed in concentration as she observed the transformation of the parchments into golden specks that seamlessly integrated into the crystals.
"This is fascinating," she mused aloud.
"It looks like these spells are converting information on parchments into a format that these data crystals can store. It's like a magical yet technologically advanced form of data storage and retrieval."
"Can you hack into more of these crystals from here?" he asked, his mind racing with the possibilities such access could open up.
Hearing his question, Pink's fingers danced across the keyboard as she attempted to breach the network of crystals. After a moment, her expression turned into a frown.
"It looks like remote access to some of these crystals is blocked. They appear to be isolated from the rest of the network," she explained, her tone tinged with disappointment.
"What network are we talking about? And what connects us to the crystal you've already hacked into?" Michael, curious about the nature of this network, pressed on.
"If I had to guess, I'd say it's celestial energy," Pink replied thoughtfully.
"The previous Dark Lord must have figured out a way to convert the celestial energy present in the atmosphere into something similar to internet waves."
Michael nodded, understanding the depth of the previous Dark Lord's ingenuity. The idea that celestial energy could be harnessed and transformed into a medium for data transmission was nothing short of revolutionary. It was obvious to Michael that his previous self used the system to achieve this marvel.
As Pink and Michael continued to observe the feed, the serene atmosphere of Seraphene's spy hub was abruptly interrupted. Alarms blared, and the room was bathed in a pulsating red light, signaling an urgent situation. The workers, previously engrossed in their tasks, were now in a state of heightened alert.
"Captain, you need to see this!" called out an elf, her voice laced with urgency.
A dwarf, garbed in immaculate white robes, entered the frame with a stoic expression.
"What's the commotion about?" he inquired, his deep voice resonating with authority.
"Captain, our spells monitoring the Celestial Valley are picking up strange energy fluctuations." The elf quickly responded.
The dwarf's brow furrowed in concern.
"Be more specific," he demanded, his tone growing more serious.
A halfling, visibly shaken, stuttered as he delivered the alarming news.
"It... it seems like someone is breaking through the barrier from the mortal realm."
The revelation sent a wave of shock through the room. The notion of someone from the mortal realm piercing the barrier that separated the two worlds was unheard of. The dwarf captain's face hardened as he processed the information. The consequences of such an event could be far-reaching and potentially catastrophic.
In their remote base, Pink and Michael exchanged a glance. The news was as unexpected to them as it was alarming.
Michael's expression hardened as he witnessed the elves and halflings in the spy hub casting their spell. A golden, ethereal screen materialized before the dwarf, displaying a live view of the Celestial Valley. The valley, usually serene and undisturbed, was now the epicenter of an unprecedented event.
"I need a better angle," Michael said, his voice laced with urgency. Pink, understanding the gravity of the situation, swiftly began hacking into other data crystals to enhance their view.
"Got it," Pink announced as the screen before Michael flickered and shifted, now showing the perspective directly behind the dwarf, offering a clearer view of the unfolding chaos.
"I knew Rin wasn't bluffing," Ayag muttered, a hint of concern in his voice.
On the screen, a powerful black vortex had formed in the sky of the Celestial Valley. It was a sight that defied belief, a tear in the very fabric of their world. The workers in the spy hub were visibly shaken, their voices filled with panic and disbelief.
"Someone is coming through the portal from the mortal realm!" shouted one of the workers, his voice echoing the collective shock of everyone present.
As the scene unfolded on the screen, the dwarf captain of Seraphene's spy hub voiced his observations with a hint of awe and apprehension.
"The portal is drawing all sorts of creatures and horrors from the Celestial Valley towards it," he said, his eyes never leaving the golden ethereal screen.
"This son of a bitch who dares to come through that portal, must be incredibly brave or foolishly unaware. They're walking straight into a death trap," the dwarf added, his tone tinged with a mix of respect and concern.
Michael's thoughts drifted to the terrifying creatures he had encountered in the Celestial Valley. The memory of the swarm, the colossal centipede, and the invisible panthers lingered vividly in his mind. Each beast was a formidable entity in its own right, capable of striking terror into the hearts of even the bravest souls.
"Look at that," Pink exclaimed, pointing at the screen. The golden screen showed a terrifying array of monstrosities and beasts, each more fearsome than the last, rushing towards the swirling black vortex in the sky. There were creatures with razor-sharp talons, others with multiple heads and eyes glowing in the dark, and some that defied any natural description, their forms a chaotic blend of nightmare and reality.
Ayag, watching intently from Michael's shoulder, couldn't help but voice the question that hung in the air,
"Who is coming through that portal?"
As the tension in Seraphene's spy hub increased, an elf, visibly anxious, turned to the dwarf captain.
"What should we do, Captain?" he asked, his voice quivering slightly with uncertainty.
The dwarf, a figure of stoic resolve amidst the growing anxiety, replied with a calm but firm tone.
"We need to alert Goddess Seraphene immediately and await her directive. Only she can decide our course of action in such unprecedented circumstances."
His eyes were fixed on the golden screen, which continued to display the chaotic scene unfolding in the Celestial Valley. The number of beasts converging towards the portal was increasing, each one more menacing than the last. The dwarf watched intently, aware that this was no ordinary event but a potential turning point that could have far-reaching consequences.
"For now, our best course is to wait and see who emerges from that portal," he continued, his voice steady yet tinged with a hint of curiosity.
"Whoever or whatever dares to face these things must be either incredibly powerful or stupid or both. We will soon find out." said the dwarf.
In the spy hub, everyone held their breath, their eyes glued to the screen.
As they all gazed at the screen, Pink turned to Michael, her curiosity piqued.
"Who do you think is coming out of that portal?" she asked, her voice laced with apprehension.
Maintaining his usual composure, Michael replied, "No idea."
Yet, despite his nonchalant demeanor, a sense of unease gnawed at him. He had always been adept at controlling his emotions, but this situation was different, unpredictable and potentially disastrous.
"Looks like Rin might be able to force someone to break those seals. If she succeeds, it could spell doom for everyone." Ayag asked.
Cain, joining the conversation, added his perspective. "That's strange, though. If Rin had the capability to do this all along, why hasn't she? It seems like we're witnessing an unusual loophole or event."
Meanwhile, Michael's eyes remained fixed on the screen, watching the scene unfold in the Celestial Valley.
"We'll get our answers soon enough," he said, his gaze never leaving the screen.
"Whoever or whatever emerges from that portal will likely hold the key to understanding what's really happening here."
As Ayag's growl of frustration echoed in the room, the tension was palpable. Without warning, a brilliant golden arrow pierced through the portal, igniting a fiery explosion that sent several eagle-like monsters plummeting to the ground, engulfed in flames.
In the midst of this chaos, a figure emerged from the portal – a black-haired woman clad in dark armor, wielding a golden bow. Her entrance was nothing short of spectacular, a fiery testament to her prowess.
Michael's heart involuntarily skipped a beat at the sight, while Ayag and Sarba could only stare in wide-eyed recognition. There was no mistaking the identity of this woman.
"Is that... Gaya?" Michael uttered, his voice laced with disbelief. The realization hit him like a bolt of lightning, stirring a mix of emotions within him.
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