Chapter 1733 A Magical Letter <TOC> Chapter 1735 The Domain of Lines
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The magical letter from the Profound Alchemy Association alleviated the heavy atmosphere in the hall. Angel and Gloria temporarily set aside their concerns about Toby facing his tribulation tomorrow, engaging in a chat about the affairs of the Profound Alchemy Association.
However, as the hands of the wall clock continued to move, drawing closer to dawn, Gloria once again grew restless.
She began to ponder in her mind if there was any other method to assist Toby in his advancement. Such a solution had eluded her in the past few months, and she found no answer even now.
In her growing anxiety, the hands of the wall clock reached five in the morning. While the continent’s inhabitants were still enveloped in darkness, those in Sky Mechanical City could faintly discern the fish-belly white hue emerging on the horizon.
At that moment, Gloria suddenly stood up, stating, “I need to step out for a bit.”
Without specifying her destination, Gloria transformed into a wisp of ethereal light, disappearing from the hall. Angel sensed her movements and realized she seemed to have headed to the main city district.
Angel also exited the hall, venturing into the courtyard.
The courtyard was eerily quiet. Both Shirley and Azaz were absent, leaving only Toby, deeply engrossed in the Dream Twins.
Amid the fresh scent of soil and blossoms, Angel gazed tranquilly at the distant horizon. From the sparse blackness, it gradually faded to a light gray, eventually transitioning to a soft white.
This transformation spanned over two hours. By eight in the morning, the sun bathed the land with its warm glow.
By then, Gloria had returned from her brief outing. Angel noticed a distinctive fragrance emanating from her. Although she usually bore some kind of aroma, often either of wine or the aftertaste of gourmet dishes, the scent on her now was a blend with the floral fragrance of Salomon.
“You visited the Fragrant Plaza?” Angel inquired with curiosity.
Gloria nodded slightly, remarking, “I visited Liana and traded with her for a bottle of perfume.”
As Gloria turned her hand, a perfume bottle materialized in her palm, its design echoing the graceful curves of a woman’s silhouette. The bottle’s stopper bore the appearance and texture of luxurious blue velvet, and the overall design was nothing short of opulent, shrouded in a mist of starlight.
Yet, contrasting the bottle’s lavish exterior, the perfume inside resembled clear water, punctuated only by sporadic twinkling specks.
“This is the Essence of the Golden Oak.”
The Essence of the Golden Oak holds a unique effect: it focuses the mind, enhancing concentration. Intriguingly, though termed a perfume, when its scent is released using the usual applicator stick, it remains entirely odorless, even purer than water itself.
This aroma-less fragrance, an anomaly in its category, has garnered quite the admiration, especially among male wizards.
With a somewhat self-deprecating chuckle, Gloria shared, “I sometimes think I’ve lost my mind. I’m capable of creating a food aroma with a similar effect, yet I exchanged for this perfume.”
Gloria’s rationale lay in her concern that even a faint aroma could distract Toby. Despite the steep price of the Essence of the Golden Oak, it guarantees no scent dispersal.
In Angel’s opinion, using the Essence of the Golden Oak was inconsequential. To a transcendent being of Toby’s caliber, that extra bit of focus was neither here nor there.
However, he chose not to voice this thought, sensing that Gloria’s usage of the Essence might not solely be for Toby’s benefit. Perhaps, it was also her way of seeking solace for her own tumultuous and anxious heart.
As the golden rays of sunlight illuminated the morning dew on the courtyard flowers, Toby, with the flutter of his wings, emerged from the Dream Twins’ illusionary realm.
Upon emerging, Toby soared through the air, circling several times. He then sang a melody that seemed musical, but bore a hint of mournful wails. Gradually, he descended before them.
Judging from Toby’s previous spirited cries, he seemed to have fully regained his vitality. However, Gloria remained deeply concerned, bombarding him with endless questions. Only when she realized that her incessant inquiries might mentally strain Toby did she abruptly cease.
Toby, on the other hand, did not grasp Gloria’s complex emotions. After she stopped her questioning, he chirped a few times, signifying he was prepared and ready to face the upcoming tribulation.
“Are you certain you’re ready?” Angel stared intently at Toby, who solemnly nodded in affirmation.
Observing Toby’s eyes, brimming with determination and confidence, Angel finally gave a nod, “Then… let us begin.”
Although they said it was time to start, they couldn’t rush into the tribulation without some preparation.
With a mere thought, Angel conjured a peculiar gateway in front of him, without any hesitation.
While Toby’s battleground was within his mental space, no one could predict if unforeseen events might occur along the way. Therefore, out of caution, they decided not to let Toby face the tribulation within Sky Mechanical City.
Passing through the gateway felt like piercing through a crystalline barrier. Once they emerged on the other side, they were met with a void devoid of any light sources.
Angel declared, “This will do.” Engaging in the tribulation within this void would largely prevent detection and avoid causing damage to the surroundings. Moreover, the most crucial aspect was that Toby had previously battled the Malevolent Thoughts within the House of Hearts in a similar void. Though that had merely been a simulated illusion and the actual situation might differ, such a familiar environment might help put Toby at ease.
Upon entering the void, Toby nodded to Gloria and Angel without hesitation, then swiftly soared into the distance. Soon, he vanished from sight. Nonetheless, Angel and Gloria could still discern Toby’s location by tracing the path of his energy.
Seeking a secluded spot, Toby settled and closed his eyes, immersing himself in deep meditation.
After roughly half a minute, ripples began to emanate from Toby’s form. As these waves spread, a dark mist emerged from within him, quickly cloaking his entire being.
Observing this, Angel’s gaze grew increasingly serious. He recognized that Toby was now sensing the seal within him.
Should Toby break the seal Frost initially set upon him, it would signify the onset of a looming catastrophe.
Time trickled on, and after an indeterminate period, a faint noise suddenly emanated from the enveloping black mist.
It started as a deep murmur, gradually sharpening in pitch, escalating in intensity, until a terrifying sonic wave, unlike any other, surged from the mist.
“Roar——“ A piercing roar reached the ears of both Gloria and Angel.
While they couldn’t discern specifics through the thick mist, they could faintly make out the silhouette of a massive creature. Yes, the descriptor was massive.
That very gust, like a tidal wave, now surged past them.
It carried with it a slew of negative sensations — venomous, damp, murky, envious, frenzied… The gust was infused with both emotions and sensory experiences.
When they felt the gust, they understood.
Toby had successfully broken through the seal.
Chapter 1733 A Magical Letter <TOC> Chapter 1735 The Domain of Lines