diymy Chapter 1020 - 465: Divine Crystal (2)
Chapter 1020 - 465: Divine Crystal (2)
A strong pain surged from within him, making it almost impossible for him to stand.
Liya hurriedly stepped forward to support him, her eyes filled with concern.
"David, what’s wrong?" Liya asked anxiously.
Biting through the pain, David spoke with difficulty, "The power of my bloodline seems to be resisting something, and this sense of conflict is getting stronger."
Upon hearing this, Liya felt a tightness in her heart; she realized that the power of David’s bloodline might have some connection to the upcoming ritual.
If they were to forcibly proceed with the ritual, it could trigger unpredictable repercussions.
"We must act cautiously." Liya said in a deep voice, "The inscriptions on the stone tablet are tempting, but the risks involved should not be overlooked. Especially the corroded text, which may hide crucial information."
David nodded; he knew Liya was right.
They couldn’t blindly pursue power while ignoring the risks and costs involved.
Thus, they decided to temporarily set aside the research of the stone tablet and first address the conflict of David’s bloodline power.
In the days that followed, David and Liya began searching everywhere for ways to resolve the bloodline conflict.
They consulted many wise men and elders in the Ice World, but the answers they received were varied.
Some suggested finding a mysterious herb that could balance the two bloodline powers, while others advised reconciling the forces within through meditation and cultivation.
However, each method required time and patience to try.
At the same time, the disturbances in the Northern Ice Abyss became more frequent, as if some mysterious force were calling to them.
David and Shuili could feel the call of that power, their hearts filled with unease and anticipation.
Finally, one day, when David attempted once more to reconcile the powers of his bloodline, he unexpectedly discovered a subtle point of balance.
The intense pain gradually faded, replaced by an unprecedented sense of strength.
He knew he had found the key to resolving the bloodline conflict.
Simultaneously, Liya sensed a clearer image through the Silver Moon Pendant.
She saw a crystal of ice and fire slowly rotating on the abyss altar, emitting a dazzling light, and the force summoning them grew ever stronger.
David and Liya knew they had to make a decision quickly.
Should they continue to pursue the path to godhood, or abandon this opportunity, laden with the unknown and risk?
After much deliberation, they decided to follow the call of their hearts and bravely face the challenges ahead.
They gathered Shuili and Fire Dance and shared the inscriptions on the stone tablet and their decision with them.
Though surprised, Shuili and Fire Dance also felt the call from the abyss and chose to embark on this unknown journey with David and Liya.
In the council hall of Frost Wolf Ridge, the fire danced with a weak glow, reflecting on each member’s solemn face.
David stood in the center of the hall, his gaze firm, as he gathered the core members to discuss the forthcoming journey to the Ice Abyss.
Tension and anticipation filled the air; everyone understood the arduous and dangerous nature of this journey.
"The Ice Abyss, it is a forbidden area of the Jingge Kingdom, where even Tier Seven Mages have perished."
Reina’s voice was low and powerful, her words like a boulder dropped into a calm lake, stirring ripples upon ripples.
David furrowed his brow slightly at her words. He was, of course, aware of the dangers of the Ice Abyss, but the records on the stone tablet and the disturbances in the Silver Moon Pendant made it impossible to ignore the call from the abyss.
He had to find the answers, for the future of the Ice World and for their fate.
"Reina, I understand your concern." David said in a deep voice, "But we must face this challenge. The inscriptions on the stone tablet may be closely related to our fate; we cannot just sit by."
At this moment, Annie stood up, holding an exquisite magic staff, a symbol of her contract with the Earth Dragon Beast.
"Perhaps we can leverage the power of the Earth Dragon Beast." Annie suggested, "They are adept at digging through ice layers, which can help us reach the depths of the Ice Abyss faster."
David’s eyes lit up at this; indeed, the Earth Dragon Beast was a good choice.
Their power was immense, and they had a natural affinity for ice layers.
However, he also knew this would be an adventurous attempt.
"The Earth Dragon Beast’s power is indeed formidable, but we cannot overlook the unknown dangers within the Ice Abyss."
Sura’s voice was gentle yet steady, a wizard skilled in the sacrificial art, "I’m willing to perform a divination to foresee the outcomes of this journey."
Sura closed her eyes and began chanting an ancient spell softly.
As the spell resonated, the air in the hall seemed to solidify.
A moment later, Sura opened her eyes slowly, her expression turning exceptionally grave.
"The result of the divination... is not optimistic." Sura said slowly, "’When the Divine Crystal appears, calamity arises’, these words flashed in the divination scene. Also, I saw a vague fragment, seemingly of you, David, being torn apart by an Ice and Fire Giant Beast."
David felt a shock in his heart, but soon calmed down.
He knew the results of divination were not absolute, and as the leader of the team, he could not abandon the journey because of a possible outcome.
"Thank you for your divination, Sura." David said in a deep voice, "But we must not be shackled by the fear of the unknown. Whatever the result, we must face it bravely. I believe that as long as we are united, nothing can stop us."
At this point, Fire Dance and Shuili stepped forward, their eyes shining with firm resolve.
"David, we are willing to accompany you to the Ice Abyss." Fire Dance said, "Whatever awaits us, we will fight alongside you."
Shuili nodded, gently stroking the Sea God’s Trident in her hand.
Then, the trident suddenly emitted a faint blue light, as if responding to some force in the depths of the Ice Abyss.
Looking at Shuili’s trident, David felt a surge of inexplicable emotion.
He knew this was the guidance and protection of the Sea God. Thus, he made the final decision.
"Alright, then we shall journey to the Ice Abyss together." David said in a deep voice, "Reina, you will be responsible for controlling the ice element to ensure our actions are undisturbed; Annie, your contracted Earth Dragon Beast will be key in excavating the ice layers; Sura, your sacrificial art will provide us with necessary protection. As for Fire Dance and Shuili, your powers will be vital in combating the unknown dangers."
As David’s words fell, a chorus of firm agreement echoed through the council hall.
Everyone knew this journey would be an unprecedented challenge, but they also believed that as long as they remained united, nothing could stop their advance.
In the days that followed, David and the four began intense preparations.
They gathered essential supplies and equipment, formulated detailed plans of action, and conducted multiple simulation drills.
Meanwhile, Shuili constantly tried to communicate with the lingering will within the Sea God’s Trident, hoping to gain more information about the Ice Abyss.
Finally, one day, when all was ready, David and the four embarked on their journey to the Ice Abyss.
They crossed frozen tundras, steep mountains, and mysterious forests, enduring many hardships until they reached the edge of Frost Wolf Ridge.
And here, they were to face the toughest challenge of this journey—the crossing of the forbidding domain of the Ice Abyss.
The forbidding domain of the Ice Abyss—a vast land covered with ice and snow, concealing countless dangers and unknowns.
David and the four stood on the edge of the Ice Abyss, gazing at the endless depths of the ice layers, filled with awe and anticipation.
They knew this journey would be a test to the limits of their will and courage, but they also believed that as long as they remained united, nothing could stop their advance.