With swift and agile movements, I dashed in the opposite direction with the gap opened, dodging the attacks of the little demons trying to chase me. “Hey! Come catch me if you can!” I shouted. Nola took that opportunity to kill as many as possible while running toward the gap I pointed out. The burst of light he created gave me the chance to run. I ran as fast as I could towards the gap but suddenly appeared before me several devils with bloodshot eyes that were furious. Not wanting to give up, I tried to dodge their attacks with swift movements. I jumped, rolled, and swung my spear with all my might. Flashes of light and clangs of metal filled the air as my spear collided with the demons' claws. Even though I struggled with all my might, the number of demons continued to grow. I felt my strength getting drained, and my wounds getting more and more torturous. However, I persisted, relying on the determination and courage that burned in my heart. Meanwhile, Nola managed to escape t
“Oh, no…”From her expression, I could already guess something."It's running out?" I guessed.Nola took a deep breath.“We must move quickly before the sun sets. Come on!" I shouted.I groaned as I tried to stand up. The two of us might have made it out of the forbidden forest already, but might die in the forest of The Totem World if we didn't hurry. Our blood will attract many beasts to come closer and we will be seriously injured. Even the technological weapons from the capital were gone. This is really a very annoying situation.With hasty steps, we continued our journey through the forest of The Totem World. Our bodies were heavy and our wounds were excruciating, but our resolve to survive remained strong.We try to remember the paths we took as we seek our way back to our tribe. However, the state of the forest was noticeably more challenging than we remembered. Dense trees and streets that look alike made us even more confused. Every step we take is a gamble, as time is tickin
The two of us began to explore the bottom of the ravine, looking for a possible exit. Even though our wounds were painful and our energy was limited, we didn't lose hope.After walking for a while, I started to notice something. Something was throbbing in my pocket. I reached into my pocket and found the bark that the tree spirit of the forbidden forest had given me glowing brightly."Ares... what's wrong?" asked Nola.“This… I think this is a sign that we are close to The Golden Tree's existence,” I said.Nola's eyes widened when she heard my words. Nola looked at the glowing bark in awe. She knew how important The Golden Tree was in our quest. Maybe we can persuade The Guardian of The Golden Tree"With this bark, we might be close to The Golden Tree," said Nola in a hopeful voice. "Come on, let's keep looking for a way out. We have to find the tree and persuade The Guardian to give you her powers again."A new urge filled our hearts, and we continued their journey at the bottom of t
“The Guardian, I just want to save my father and return to my era. Please," I said.“And I have to stop The Shadow Society from kidnapping our young totem warriors,” Nola added.“Why save your father? It's a waste, Ares Jones. You better go, there's nothing more I can do for you," said The Guardian.“No, please! Please help us!”I don't know what to do, so I can only beg. My brain is dead. But when I did that, I could suddenly feel the ground shaking. Something bad is about to happen."What is going on?" I asked."You must leave before he comes," said The Guardian."He? Who is he?" I asked.Before The Guardian could answer, suddenly there was a growl and roar that shook the whole sky. From a distance, I could see a mountain moving. A few moments later, I realized that it was not a mountain, but the back of some creature. My eyes widened as I saw his eyes which were probably bigger than my apartment.“Shit!” I exclaimed."What's that?" asked Nola with the same horror on her face.The G
I nod, though I'm not sure Nola really understands the situation we're in. To save my era, then I must sacrifice The Totem World, but if I want Totem World to exist, then I must allow the revolution that destroyed my era to continue. This whole thing is getting so confusing and I don't know what to do."Now, first we need to find information about The Shadow Society. We need to know their aims and weaknesses," said Nola. "We can look to sources that can provide clues. Ares, I know there must be a way out."“First of all, we have to convince The Golden Tree to help us,” I said while looking outside the cave, where the ancient behemoth was rampaging."You mean by defeating the behemoth, The Golden Tree will help us?" Nola asked me."May be. We have to try every possibility, right? Think about it, Nola. With the existence of the ancient behemoth, of course life in this valley becomes unbalanced. The Golden Tree must want to kill that ugly creature,” I replied.“Ares, The Golden Tree has
“Ares, I… I was so emotional when I found out… I went with you because I believe we will prove all your words true! That the palace is up to something evil with The Shadow Society! That High Priest was a traitor! So please, let's finish now what we started," said Nola.“Nola… Do you have proof for any of that?” I asked.“Ares, trust me. I have the proof," said Nola.At the same time, I suddenly heard the sound of an ancient behemoth from outside screeching so close to us that the entire cave shook. I know, we really can't back down now.“Shit!” I exclaimed when I saw the rampaging ancient behemoth out there.Even though I'm sure the ancient behemoth wasn't paying attention to us, it was rushing at high speed towards us. We have to get out of this cave immediately if we don't want to die trapped in the cave."Come on, Nola!" I shouted.The two of us were forced to run out of the cave. I didn't want to attract the behemoth's attention but it was no use. Even though we ran to the side, t
With her priest's sword glowing, Nola swung a powerful attack and hit the behemoth where it was vulnerable in the eye. The attack left the monster reeling and writhing in pain. However, as much as I wanted to get up and help Nola, I couldn't do it. It seems that the door of death has opened for me. My body felt uncontrollable and I felt wet all over my body, maybe because of the blood. I could barely hear or see anything, only the barely interrupted sound of my own breathing.Just as I was about to give up on my gloomy fate, a bright light suddenly flashed from a distance. The light was approaching rapidly, and as it approached me, I realized that it was the Guardian of the Golden Tree.In an instant, the Guardian of the Golden Tree floated above my body which was lying on the ground. The golden light radiating from her body envelops mine, providing warmth and stopping critical bleeding. I feel the healing power coursing through my body, giving me new life.Before long, the Guardian o
“Guardian, is your strength weakening just because of time or is there something else? For example something evil?” I asked.I'm just guessing because it seems that after I feel The Golden Tree inside my body again, something feels off. It felt like something was gnawing at him from within.“There's nothing we can do. Like I said. The mission you want can completely erase The Totem World from history. Let it all be, Ares. You can't change anything to your heart's content," he replied. I felt disappointed hearing The Golden Tree's explanation. However, I can't just give up. I wanted to save my father and return to my time, and I knew that I would have to face The Shadow Society. I felt The Golden Tree's power would soon leave me and I started to panic."Guardian of The Golden Tree, please stay with me. I need you. At the very least, please lend me your strength so I can find my father and return to my era," I said.The Golden Tree was silent for a moment, and then a golden light radia