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    From the looks of it, the mistwalker was far too scared to do anything to Ss. He could only wonder what he had done to it to make it so scared, but in the end, there was no way of knowing without actually regaining the memory he lost in between.


    Scanning the battlefield with mystic eyes, Ss could not help but stare at some of the bodies that wereying on the ground.


    Many of their mana cores were missing, and from what Ss had understood, everyone who was here was either dead or had run the moment he entered that state.


    However, there were still some without their mana cores.


    Ss quickly sped around and stabbed his hand into their bodies before taking the mana cores with him.


    He ced them in the pouch the dead man had. It was one of those storage pouches that were bigger on the inside than they were on the outside.


    Ss quickly ced all the cores he could see in the pouch before taking onest look at the corpse he had presumably killed.


    ''At least no one will ever find you.'' Ss muttered while opening a hole under him and dropping his body inside.


    Ss didn''t bother giving the man a second nce as he left the half-destroyed forest, littered with craters, dead beasts, and monster corpses with a shuddering mistwalker in the middle of it.


    ''Now... I guess I''ll have to silence everyone who saw me.'' Ss sighed before lowering to the ground and sprinting to the nearest person he could sense.


    ***


    In Alexander City, a city named after the first King of the Xylem kingdom, an extremelyrge pce could be seen.


    It was half the size of New York and could have been considered a literal haven to anyone other than the monarchs and royals.


    The sprawling pce in Alexander City stood as a testament to opulence and grandeur.


    Its magnificent architecture was a fusion of intricate designs, blending styles from different eras to create a harmonious whole.


    The pce''s exterior boasted towering walls adorned with exquisite carvings and intricate patterns, showcasing the craftsmanship of the kingdom''s finest artisans.


    As one approached the pce, they were greeted by an awe-inspiring entrance. Enormous golden gates, embellished with intricate filigree, stood tall and imposing.


    The gates were nked by statues of legendary figures from Xylem''s history, crafted with lifelike precision. Beyond the gates, a wide marble pathway led to the main courtyard, inviting visitors to embark on a journey of enchantment.


    The main courtyard was a spectacle of colors and fragrances. Lush gardens, meticulously designed and maintained, adorned the surroundings.


    Vibrant flowers of every hue bloomed in abundance, their fragrance perfuming the air. Tall, ancient trees provided shade and serenity, their branches reaching towards the sky as if whispering tales of centuries past.


    As visitors traversed the courtyard, they were greeted by the sound of water cascading down ornate fountains.


    These fountains, adorned with intricately carved marble sculptures, depicted mythological creatures and legendary heroes frozen in graceful poses.


    The y of light on the water''s surface created a mesmerizing disy, casting dancing reflections across the courtyard.


    The pce itself was a work of architectural marvel. It consisted of several interconnected wings, each bearing its own unique charm.


    The facade was a symphony of domes, turrets, and arches, reflecting the influence of various architectural styles.


    borate stained ss windows adorned the walls, filtering sunlight into a kaleidoscope of colors that danced upon the marble floors.


    In thergest throne room, a man that radiated the power of a thousand suns sat on a throne. His eyes were sealed shut as mana revolved around him and entered his cores.


    The mana around him was so thick that it could be seen by the naked eye.


    Four different elements'' colors revolved around him, each one representing a different element beforebining into one and entering his mana core.


    "Your majesty?" A voice echoed in the throne room as a figure appeared within it.<novelsnext></novelsnext>


    His body flickered with a bright emerald green when it looked like he had teleported into the room.


    His eyes didn''t dare look at his king, forcing himself to drop to the ground and lower his eyes.


    The throne room was held up by hundreds of gold and marble pirs.


    It was one of the most magnificent rooms in the kingdom, yet, it only showed the greed of the royals.


    "What is it, servant?" The king spoke, his eyes fluttering open while his pupils shone for a moment, illuminating the room with his aura as pristine ruby energy washed over everything before him.


    "There have been sighting of something... unexinable." The servant replied.


    "Where?" The king asked while leaning his face onto his cheek.


    "Near the misty forest."


    "Isn''t that where Misty lives?" The king raised a brow.


    "Yes your majesty."


    "Then she can deal with it..."


    "..."


    "What?"


    "Misty was defeated by it..."


    "What?!" The king mmed his throne''s armchair, causing the entire pce to shake.


    "Your majesty, please!" The servant begged.


    The king quickly took a breath in before sitting back on his throne.


    "She is not dead. It seems like the thing spared her."


    "The thing?" The king asked again.


    "Yes... The people who saw it described it as an eldritch terror, though I doubt that. Eldritch terrors are usually much more terrifying and relentless. Misty would have not survived." The servant exined.


    "Or... The terror was a newborn or an infant." The king thought aloud.


    "That is also a possibility. I''ve sent some scouts top check out the area. If they do meet the terror, they are strong enough to kill it."


    "When will you hear back from them?" The king asked.


    "In a few days. The inscident urded far up the north-western border. It will take some time." The servant exined.


    "Thank you for this information. You may leave no." The king ordered, causing the man to stand up, bow, and disappear into thin air.


    "This might be troublesome." The king muttered under his breath, his eyes peering into the distance.


    "Let''s hope you''re actually from here this time."


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