After a few hours of climbing, Rio reaches the next of his trials. He fails to spot Parocly along the way, but knows that if he was able to pass the punishment trial, Albeit by a technicality. There was a strong possibility that he too was able to overcome his punishment.
As Rio is climbing, he begins to notice the sound of rushing wind around him. He begins to feel a slight breeze as a message flashes in front of him.
"Welcome to the fourth trial. This is the trial of the hero. Using your power, you shall save this world from destruction. You have failed once previously. As such, If you fail in this trial, Your rights to our inheritance shall be revoked. Good luck, young prophet.
Rio can hear the sound of rushing winds as a vortex of air begins to swirl around him. As the vortex begins to spin faster, Rio'
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