Arga's eyes stared unblinking. Before him, Kalam had transformed into a man of awe-inspiring form.His body glowed with golden light, and his once aged face had reverted to its youthful appearance."This is the power of my Eternity, the Golden Flame of Brahma. No demon will prevail against my strength... including you..." Kalam declared, his form utterly changed.Yet, Arga cared not whether his opponent changed or not. To him, Kalam remained a man who must be killed."Whether you become young or whatever, don't be arrogant just yet, I haven't fought seriously!" Arga retorted.Kalam smirked. He extended his hand towards Arga, golden aura emanating from his palm.Arga knew what the man would unleash from his hand. None other than a spirit weapon, like Sura and Manik, who had already attained the realm of Eternity.From Kalam's hand emerged a single, rather large golden needle. Upon leaving his hand, the needle transformed into thousands of tiny needle fragments."This is the Divine Need

"So, what should I do after obtaining the Queen's Crown Flower, Master?" Arga asked."Bring it back here immediately. Don't wait until nightfall. I will process it into a potion, and you can drink it," Bhirawa replied.Arga looked at Arimbi."Will you stay here, or will you come along?" Arga asked."Me? Of course, I'm coming with you," Arimbi replied.Bhirawa chuckled."What would she do here? You'll just become suspicious of me."Arga smiled bashfully."Alright, we'll leave tomorrow morning. I know the Black Cloud Forest, although I've never ventured too far into it," Arga said."Many powerful demons dwell there, so be careful," Bhirawa said.Arga nodded. He looked at his master."Master, how many days have I been unconscious?" he asked.Bhirawa didn't answer immediately. He took the grilled rice made by Arimbi and placed it on the table."Just ask your sweetheart," Bhirawa replied flatly.This made Arga's eyes immediately turn to Arimbi. They looked at each other for a moment, and t

Arga got up and stood. Awkwardly, he climbed onto the bamboo platform. A squeaking sound was heard.The cramped platform made their bodies brush against each other. Arimbi closed her eyes, feeling her heart beat faster.Arga was confused and awkward in his reclining position. They were facing away from each other.Their backs pressed together, making them feel an exciting warmth.There was no sound, only the soft breathing of both, who were equally restless."Bit tight in here, isn't it?" Arga said, breaking the silence. Arimbi opened her eyes. She took a deep breath to calm her fluttering heart."Yes, brother..." the girl replied.Silence fell over them again.Both were too awkward to speak first."Tomorrow, will we leave in the morning or afternoon, brother?"Arimbi finally asked, looking for something to talk about."Morning, right after breakfast. The place is quite far, so we need to be in the forest by noon at the latest to look for it. We'll pick it in the evening and head back

Arga jolted in surprise at Arimbi’s question.“I forgot to ask the master about that…! But he did tell me what it looks like—we’ll find it,” Arga said.Arimbi nodded. They walked slowly through the dense forest. No sunlight pierced the canopy—so even though it was still daytime, the Black Cloud Forest felt like midnight.“Looks like there’s a footpath here. Strange… the master said no humans live in this forest. Why would there be a path?” Arga wondered silently.He stayed alert for anything he found suspicious.“Is there a village in this forest?” Arimbi asked.Arga shook his head. He trusted his master’s words.“Don’t let your guard down. It might be a path the shapeshifters use…” Arga said. Arimbi only nodded, staying on high alert.Not far from where Arga and Arimbi stood, dozens of odd figures walked with bows in their hands. They were humans with two red horns on their heads.“The Queen’s Crown Flower will bloom tonight—we must find it quickly,” said the figure at the front.“Wa

Day faded into night as the sun sank below the horizon. The Black Cloud Forest grew darker, more menacing by the minute.In the ancient ruin where warriors from all races had gathered, a bright blue light burst forth from the earth.Every eye was fixed on it, unblinking.Arga and Arimbi were no exception. The appearance of the Queen’s Crown Flower was a thrill beyond words.And sure enough — from the soil, a green plant sprouted as if coming alive. First to break the surface was its bud.“It’s true… this is the flower my master spoke of! Its aura is incredible…!” Arga whispered. Arimbi only nodded, her gaze locked on the plant rising from the ground.The flower was still closed. All eyes were on it — waiting for it to bloom, ready to fight for it.“Be ready, Abiseka. So many have waited years for this chance…” Prince Baka said.“Of course, my Prince. But first, I need warriors to test the waters. Heh! You three — get ready to move when the flower blooms!” Abiseka commanded.Prince Bak