LOGINSuddenly, everyone paused as if time itself stood still.The looks in their eyes and their auras changed dramatically as certain memories seemed to be remembered just then.Horrifically, the air around them seemed to crack from the pressure of their auras!As they soon came to their senses, Brax spoke somberly. "Xar, are we sure the ancient bronze coffin that resides with Cal is the real Coffin of the Gods that is only mentioned in myths?"Everyone turned toward Xar, who shook his head. "No. But if it isn't, won't we have to repeat the Great Rebirth?"Then, turning to Lux, he said, "Your divination is without peer, Lux. Can you see if it is the Coffin of the Gods?""It's the real deal." Lux smiled and nodded. "It's the core of the apocalypse, an entity that can wipe out all life… The Elysium and the Trinity are now aware, and we can expect trouble. Still, our Pantheon really managed to fool them this time…"Everyone sighed in relief but soon fumed briefly, though that alone shoo
Caleb's airship was rapidly ascending to the clouds, the hills and scenery below a blur as they passed.He looked downward, turning smaller as everyone watched… until he disappeared completely.It felt different from the time he headed to the heritage zone of the eastern lands—there was no telling how long it would take for him to return this time.And he had lived in Calebton over twenty years, while the Crawford clan had raised him all that time.Still, Caleb suddenly wondered—if Xar really was his eldest uncle, who was his father?Each time he asked Xar or any of the elders, they'd just be vague, telling him that he should find the answers on his own when he grew up."And I've finally grown up!" Caleb said under his breath, turning toward Gehenna again. "I will definitely explore that place too and find all the secrets that lay within!"He then closed his eyes, calmly thinking about the people he would soon face.The Jormonts… and the Taran Sword Sect!He wasn't sure if the
Eldin gave an embroidered pouch, saying that it would come in handy when it was a matter of life or death.Skye gave him a zither sheet, asking it to be delivered to a certain someone who would in turn protect him for a while.Caleb flipped through it for a quick look to see that it was a tune named Phoenix Serenade.Sil gave him a black greatsword which looked really plain but was thick and sturdy. He recommended Caleb to wield it in case he couldn't use the Guardian.Witz gave him a book on pill refinement, telling Caleb that he could hand it to his first apprentice in case they met.While Caleb was interested, he couldn't get more information as Witz only handed him a scroll too, saying that everything that needed to be said was in there.Lux then gave Caleb a chess set—he had no idea what good it was for, but since Lux had given it to him, he just had to keep it.Qiri, a masculine woman with a muscular form, clapped Caleb's shoulder so hard that he was gritting his teeth in
Later, Caleb headed to Court Lazuli, informing Grendel, Udal, and Luna of his plans.Grendel was shocked, but he also had to agree that taking the executor exams was a great plan for Caleb.If Caleb were to really become an executor, every problem Zoronda was facing would be resolved automatically too!Luna was naturally reluctant to see Caleb go, but she had to agree that it was the best for him and hence wished him the best in her heart.-Three days later, a huge crowd was gathered outside the front gates of Crawford House, while a huge airship was also berthed there.It was the day Caleb would depart for Middleton and take part in the executor exams, with Grendel, Luna, and the Crawfords all there to see him off.There were also the countless students from Zoro Academy, all of them envious seeing how spirited and handsome Caleb was.At this point, the man was a legend just saying it out loud—a demi-Scion at twenty-one! No one would believe it even if they were told!Even i
Eldin flapped his swan-feather handfan as he chuckled mildly. "Oh, you brat! Passing the buck back to us, I see!" "Craftly, isn't he?" Lux was grinning through his long gray beard too.Caleb simply smiled in silence, watching as the clan elders continued their scripted performance.After all, he knew they had already planned his future."Very well," Xar chuckled and nodded. "We intend to send you to Middleton.""Middleton?" Caleb was taken aback.Xarik and the Crawford apprentices simply listened in curiosity, their ears pricking up attentively.The eastern lands was one of five subcontinents in the greater continent of Nor, while the Sanctuary was in Middleton.And Middleton naturally eclipsed the eastern lands, be it in Reiki density or human potential.That was when Xarik said worriedly, "Chief, why would you send Caleb to Middleton after he provoked the Taran Sword Sect? Isn't that just—""Don't say that, Xarik," Caleb cut him short, while turning toward him with an assu
Caleb's lips curled up too.The Crawford elders were really a bunch of sly old foxes!He honestly doubted that these geezers didn't know what happened!Still, he complied and recounted everything because he respected his elders!Naturally, he didn't mention anything about the black dragon, but everyone was gaping as he finished nonetheless.Everyone appeared to be reeling from shock, with Jax's eyes widened as he exclaimed, "Hot damn! You've already reached demi-Scion, kiddo? Oho!"Caleb rolled his eyes at him but didn't reply.Still, the elders didn't say anything despite having an idea, since Caleb was Ether Lord rank three before he went to the secret realm, and he was now suddenly demi-Scion!It had to be just around a month—even the knowledgeable elders were flabbergasted by the scarily fast improvement.Xar's eyes narrowed as he traded glances with Alea and Eldin and saw the shock in each other's eyes.Taking a deep breath, Xar then made a solemn face. "Caleb…""Yes, c