piratefiction Chapter 175
Chapter 175
By now, the Spirit Gate should have been destroyed. I remember that despite all the enemies we killed, about one-third of them were supposed to remain. There were many variables, but we were forcing ourselves to follow the flow. Now, the remaining task is to defeat Ecok before he becomes the Tyrant. On the path to the broken Arcane Chamber, there should be positioned spirits, and perhaps even high-level ones. But I could be at ease.
I touched the “Elixir of Dreams” that I had kept close to my chest. Strangely, no enemies were visible where I thought they’d be stationed, even after
Rockfeller replied coldly, “Humans are creatures made that way. If there’s something we want, we take it. Sometimes, our nature is to obtain it even if it means bending morals.”
Of course, there were good people in the world. But there were far more who weren’t—if not an even split. And Rockfeller was among those who weren’t.
“I’m one of those who live without any regard for morality.”
As their brief conversation ended and Rockfeller waited for his mana to recover, Jurette started to shake her shoulders, letting out a mocking laugh.
“Heh heh heh.”
“What’s so funny?” Rockfeller asked.
“Oh, it’s because something good has happened.”
Confused, Rockfeller narrowed his eyes. He was about to prod her again with his staff when Jurette asked, “Can you smell the scent of the sea?”
“…The sea?”
“Why don’t you take a look outside?”
With a reluctant expression, Rockfeller approached the window. His office was high enough to provide a clear view beyond the barrier.
Upon seeing the scene outside, Rockfeller’s eyes widened. A massive wave was surging towards the land.
***
The wave struck us. However, thanks to Aslay, who had grabbed Limberton and me, we managed to survive by clinging to a deep-rooted tree.
That was possible because Frost Heart was situated on high ground.
Even a massive wave was merely a river flowing beneath the mountains.
“Cough, cough.” Limberton fell to his knees on the ground, spitting out seawater.
“Phew, I almost suffocated to death.”
“I feel the same.”
If we hadn’t taken a deep breath before the water surged to the top of the tree, we might not have survived.
“Let’s get changed first.”
I dragged my soaking wet body and began walking toward the fortress. Despite everything, my mind was in chaos. There had been too many unexpected variables this time.
The arrival of a high-ranking spirit, the warning cry of the whale, which should have been heard two days later, and the missing hour that was supposed to be our final push. Ecok had acquired Dordone’s body far too quickly. It’s pointless to dwell on it now. What matters is what we do from here.
Upon reaching the barrier, the eyes of the guard widened in surprise.
“Hersel?”
“Go tell Rockfeller to open the barrier for a moment.”
“Oh, alright.”
Thanks to the wave, even the spirits were swept away. Although they likely didn’t drown, many would have been carried down the mountain. The barrier was soon opened, and I entered the fortress, took a shower, and quickly changed.
Upstairs, Dorosian was likely asleep. Given the circumstances, I headed toward her room. However, as if she anticipated my arrival, Dorosian was seated on a chair in the lobby and called my name.
“Did you wash up?”
“How did you know I came in?”
“I saw you coming from outside.”
She closed her book and patted the seat next to her.
“Sit down.”
Steadying my mind, I approached and sat beside her. The task ahead was with Dorosian, and it was…
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CH 176-180 (Alon Vs Ecok) $3
CH 181-185 (Academy’s downfall) $3
CH 186-190 (Rockefeller) $3
CH 191-195 (Student council president) $3
CH 196-200 (The King) $3
CH 201-205 (Field Trip) $3
CH 206-210 (Troublemaker Vs Troublemaker) $3
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