As Cassandra and I spent our morning eating the food she made, my mind had become numb.Lately, I'd been feeling a lot more angry than usual. Cassandra had decided to sit next to me instead of across."Darling, do you need me to shower you with love?" She asked."That would be nice. I don't feel motivated to do anything, today..." I said."It's okay! We can just relax and enjoy each other's company. How have your advancements been with The Archmage been, lately?" "They've been going well. I've been doing testing with creation magic...among other things," I said."Ehehehe...my darling Mizik is insatiable in bed! If this keeps up...I might truly need Isabella's help to satisfy you!" She said.I don't want to think about her right now."Let's change the subject. When do you think we should go back to...ugh...The Abyss?""Whenever you feel the time is right, darling. We still have plenty of time to relax and continue growing our channeled powers. Also...I'm enjoying the sunlight and foo

As the Artificer stood next to his throne, Kronos bowed at his feet."My lord, I am-""Please do not apologize. I know it wasn't your fault... You did everything just as I asked and still, things turned out this way..." the Artificer said."The device wasn't potent enough, if you don't mind md saying..." Kronos said."That is not the problem. The problem is the Oracle's own power influencing Isabella's mind. The device had some effect from my observations, however... The Oracle cannot fully suppress the old Isabella. Not anymore. If we can just restore her former state, we might still be able to prevent a disaster.""Lord Artificer...""I know...the Destroyer has already awakened. The one who calls herself Rose encountered him and suffered a terrible fate. I hoped this would allow her memoties to return in full force, but something stopped them from completely merging. Likely the Oracle's meddlesome power... My continued observations have led me to believe that the Oracle has now use

The fully armored knight stepped out of the crater and turned to face me.Moments later, three more landed near him.The first had two swords crossed on his back. His wings were massive and had armored plates covering the tops of them.Of the remaining three, one was female and the others were male."I am Savir The Tornado, number one of the Oracle's Faithful, prepare to-"Savir fell over dead.Blood oozed from his helmet and he lay limp."How dare you threaten his Majesty with your presence. Begone with you!" Cassandra hissed."By the gods, I love you so much, Cassandra," I said."Haaaaah! My darling! I love you too!" Cassandra said happily as she squirmed in place."C-captain...Savir!? CAPTAIN!!!" One of the men shouted."You seem to be under the impression that we are mere fodder... You are sorely mistaken," Vakra said.Vakra stepped forward and stopped in place."Ugh...magic it is, then..." He said.His voice had become raspy due to changing his form.The remaining three readied t

After we got away from the effective range of the Abyss Engine, I noticed a great increase in the power of the Excelsis soldiers.Unfortunately, they were too preoccupied with the ever-increasing hordes of Corrupted monsters overwhelming them from all angles.In fact, they were still falling from the sky in droves.Because of this, approaching the temple was a quick and simple ordeal.Interestingly enough, I had yet to actually see Difar.The Corrupted soldiers completely ignored us as we passed by, regardless. Even going as far as to protect us from enemy fire.When we approached the temple, the Corrupted soldiers parted and we blasted the doors down.Immediately, we were attacked by large numbers of Excelsis soldiers and golem constructs waiting within.But...Several super-charged Corrupted soldiers appeared in front of us and overwhelmed them.Fighting a behemoth variant in close quarters was something I never wanted to do.Especially if I didn't have the power to kill it instantl

The Oracle changed her physical form completely as she opened her eyes.She went from a disgusting and ancient old hag to a vibrant and beautiful young woman. Her eyes were dark green and so was her hair. It was long and held up in a ponytail.She grabbed her robe and pulled it off, revealing a set of normal clothing. She wore black pants with a white shirt. Over it, there was a very short cloak."Surprised? I would think so. Not many people know that this is what I truly look like. My eyes see everything when closed or opened. It matters not. But now I can more clearly see your form. You are dangerous... Far more dangerous than I would like to admit.""Why do you hide your appearence?" I asked curiously."Because it does not command the respect that a person with age possesses. A young woman is seen as inexperienced, weak, and easily broken. But an old woman commands wisdom and authority. Now then, I have had enough of this idle chatter. I will finally be rid of you." The Oracle pla