"Headmaster Delbrand!" The exclamation of surprise escaped both Ery and Julian simultaneously as they recognized the familiar figure before them. Delbrand, who was no longer holding the position of headmaster, welcod them with a friendly smile and a casual reminder of his change in title.
Their astonishnt deepened when Jinkan introduced them to the other grand magus in the room—a middle-aged woman who served as her master and advisor to the royal family, Grand Magus Sarafina. Her presence exuded power and authority, rivaling even Delbrand, who had already reached the third cosmos. It was evident that Sarafina occupied a position of imnse significance within the faction.
Upon being introduced to Ery, Sarafina fixed her penetrating gaze upon him and spoke with an air of anticipation. "So, this is him… our ace for the expedition."
Delbrand, in his characteristic manner, added his own words of approval. "You've improved considerably since I last saw you. Excellent progress."
Sarafina, however, expressed a particular interest in Ery's account of his escape from the Demon pit. Her curiosity piqued, Ery couldn't help but wonder about her intentions. But before he could respond, Sarafina extended a more intriguing proposition.
"I hope you don't plan on leaving just yet," she remarked. Her gaze then shifted toward Jinkan, who swiftly arranged a eting for them.
"I have matters to discuss with my master, Let talk so more on dinner" Jinkan inford Ery, before leaving the room in the company of both Sarafina and the male grand magus who had been her guardian.
Ery and Julian remained in the presence of Delbrand, their sense of awe and curiosity growing. Delbrand, with a brief nod toward Julian, comnded his progress. Julian, sowhat taken aback that the grand magus rembered him, offered his gratitude with a chuckle.
"Not as much as him, but thank you, Elder," Julian replied gazing at Ery, acknowledging Delbrand's words.
Delbrand's response was a simple acknowledgnt of Ery's exceptional abilities. "No doubt, he is indeed an anomaly."
With that, Delbrand turned his attention back to Ery, extending a clear invitation. "Co, follow ." Ery's curiosity continued to mount as he followed the forr headmaster out of the grand palace.
Delbrand guided Ery and Julian out of the Amarhik palace, and during their journey, he shared the reason for his presence on the Nephilim howorld. Much like Ery, Delbrand had co here due to the 30-year requirent for joining the Ancient Celestial Ruins expedition. Graduates from the Magus Academy had been participating in these expeditions for decades, and this ti was no different. Many new graduates were being assembled by the Amarhikhs to prepare for their upcoming journey.
Ery's curiosity was piqued, and he inquired, "So, there are even more participants?"
He had anticipated eting familiar faces such as Eeesho, so later. But for now, there's soone else I'd like you to et." Ery couldn't help but wonder who this person might be, but Delbrand Nephilim mbers, and his Earth friends, but the revelation that there were additional participants added to his excitent.
Delbrand replied cryptically, "You'll have the chance to et them later. But for now, there's soone else I'd like you to et." Ery couldn't help but wonder who this person might be, but Delbrand only offered a slight, enigmatic smile as he led them to a complex located outside the palace. This complex was situated near a vibrant forest, teeming with natural energy.
Julian, too, felt a sense of intrigue as he observed the lush forest surrounding the complex. The richness of natural energy in the environnt was palpable, and he couldn't help but appreciate the beauty of the Nephilim howorld's landscape.
As they neared the area, Ery's senses began to tingle with the presence of several familiar energies. His heart quickened with anticipation. It was evident that he was closing in on soone or sothing significant.
His eyes widened with recognition. "It's them!"
Familiar energies surged around Ery, causing the ground to tremble. Multiple figures erged from the very earth itself. Five formidable rocky creatures, towering at an impressive three ters in height, sprang forth, their rugged forms exuding an aura of strength and resilience. All with multiple faces and familiar voices.
"Ku!! Ku!! Kuang!! Kuang!!"
"Chika, Chiku, Chike, Chiko, and Chiki," the five Chizpur brothers had made their dramatic entrance.
Ery couldn't help but break into a joyful smile at the sight of these playful and mischievous creatures. They sward around him, exuding pure happiness. They playfully tossed him about, clearly excited to see their old friend once more.
"KU! KU! KU!"
"Yes, yes... I missed you all too," Ery laughed, attempting to calm them down. "Please, settle down... You're going to crush ."
Among the joyful Chizpur brothers, there was one more presence, a familiar plant creature that approached from behind them.
"Twik!!"
Ery's heart swelled with relief. The last ti he had seen Twik was before he had been kidnapped and thrown into the Demon's Pit. Discovering them all together in this place was a heartwarming surprise.
Turning to Delbrand, Ery couldn't contain his curiosity any longer and asked, "Elder, why are they here?"
Ex-Master Delbrand proceeded to explain the exodus of all residents from Hyperion, the privileged planet. Upon hearing about Ery's safe return from Jinkan, Grand Magus Yvere had taken the Chizpur creatures to his howorld. However, Delbrand had been visiting the planet and learned of Ery's return. Aware of the challenges that Ery was likely to face, both with the Ancient Celestial Ruins and the Chizpur brothers' unresolved issue, they insisted on accompanying him.
Ery was genuinely pleased to reunite with his plant friend Twik. With his newfound control over space magic, he had no qualms about bringing them along. Additionally, the matter of finding a solution to the Chizpur brothers' ailnt, which might require the involvent of Celestial Essence, weighed on his mind.
"I think they could co with on the expedition," Ery suggested.
Delbrand, however, shook his head, his expression serious. He responded, "Before we decide on that, let ask you: how much do you know about the Ancient Celestial Ruins?" Delbrand's voice carried a weight of importance as he prepared to enlighten Ery about this mysterious and perilous adventure that lay ahead.
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As Ery spent ti reconnecting with his Chizpur brothers, inside the Amarhiks palace, Jinkan was deeply engrossed in a serious eting with her master and advisor.
"How is the preparation coming along? Have you gathered all the magus you need?" her master inquired.
Jinkan replied with an air of confidence, "I have secured all the essential ones, Master."
Her advisor, a middle-aged female grand magus with imnse authority, directed her attention toward Ery, the half-blood magus. "And what of the half-blood magus, Ery? How much do you know about him? His secrets?"
Rather than answering imdiately, Jinkan exchanged a aningful glance with the grand magus at her side and said, "Uncle, please share with my master what you have discovered."
The grand magus, who possessed expertise in space law and had previously fought Ery, began to explain, "The mythical half-blood is only a fraction of his true strength. It is as the princess anticipated; within him resides a primordial being of darkness, his true secret power" He turns silent for a second before adding that he would research it first to know for sure what it was.
The revelation left the female grand magus visibly surprised. Jinkan continued to provide additional insights, "Master, you should also be aware that he possesses a remarkable comprehension of both the laws of nature and light."
Upon hearing this, her master nodded in understanding. "I see. He is indeed an exceptional candidate for the expedition, an ace."
Despite her confidence in her preparations, Jinkan's smile wavered, revealing a deep concern. "However, I have one pressing question, Master. How much control do you have over him?"
Jinkan's voice conveyed a sense of assurance as she replied, "Master, rest assured, I have everything under control." Her confidence in her influence over Ery was unwavering, and she believed she held the key to ensuring his cooperation.
"Alright then, Jinkan, I hope this expedition finally gives you what you deserve." Said the grand magus.
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