Infinite Paths: The Raging Phoenix-Chapter 973: Room service
Rain carefully retrieved the mysterious cube, using some ice at the base, but the thing was so heavy that it also took a lot of effort. The group observed with curiosity as Rain made the relic approach them.
The cube emanated an aura of antiquity. The hefty hammer, lying at the top of the cube, displayed craftsmanship and a foreboding presence, hinting at its potent abilities. Rain's discovery signaled another relic, adding to the growing number of mystical artifacts they sought.
As Rain cautiously approached the hammer, a sudden reddish glow emanated from the weapon. It wasn't just a visual spectacle; the atmosphere around the hammer seemed to pulse with intense heat, despite being extracted from the lava lake. Rain couldn't help but wonder if this blazing temperature was purely due to its immersion in the lava or if there was something more magical behind it.
With a mixture of anticipation and apprehension, Rain extended his hand to touch the hammer. Upon contact, he experienced an intense burning sensation that surged through his hands. The searing heat was almost unbearable, yet paradoxically, he felt a surge of power welling up within him.
The moment he made contact with the hammer, a surge of fire energy coursed through him, enhancing his fire-based magical abilities exponentially. The sensation was overwhelming, yet exhilarating as if the hammer had imparted a fraction of its formidable elemental power directly into Rain.
"I shall call your Mjonir," Rain said.
"It has fire properties, though," Nigel said. "Not electric ones, though."
Rain felt like copying Nigel and making his voice sound more stupid, but he couldn't act like a moron in front of his kids. Nevertheless, he was in a good mood since that finding was very useful. It definitely was on the level of the other sapient relics.
"Let's play war, Nigel, and then I will explain how I treat my enemies to you," Rain said. "It is like this: I invade and crush them and then demand everything they have. When they give everything they have, they I demand everything that they don't have. When they can't meet this reasonable request, I extinguish them. That is how I peacefully resolve all conflicts."
"Very reasonable," Nigel said.
Rain, intrigued by the amplification of his fire abilities, decided to test his enhanced powers without directly using the hammer. He summoned a massive fire tornado, a feat that came effortlessly to him in this environment teeming with fire energy. The swirling vortex of fire spiraled up from the lava lake, growing and extending beyond the volcano's peak with remarkable ease.
As Rain reached for and gripped the hammer, the fire tornado reacted instantaneously to his augmented powers, exhibiting a remarkable surge in intensity. The volcano trembled in response as the fire tornado expanded exponentially, its size growing multiple times larger than before.
Its once-fiery composition shifted dramatically as the flames seemed to meld with the lava below, transforming into a colossal vortex of molten lava.
The eruption of elemental energy turned the fire tornado into a roaring lava vortex, an awe-inspiring display of Rain's newfound mastery over fire, intensified by the enigmatic abilities bestowed upon him by the hammer…
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"I guess we can finally move to the next location," Rain said. "Anyway, who would benefit most by using the hammer? I guess Liss would…"
"Aren't you going to check whoever is inside it?" Terra asked.
"I don't have to, and I know by the history of the relics that it will be someone annoying as well," Rain said while shrugging.
"How rude," Larisa said. "Besides, this guy won't have any information that I need, only power. Come to think of it, I don't feel much malevolent energy coming from it."
"What are we going to do about this box?" Annie asked while she tapped on it. "It is hard… it also feels like it disperses the mana of my attacks."
Rain was troubled with uncertainty regarding the mysterious dark cube and its potential implications. His concern centered around the possibility that the cube might inadvertently reveal their location to their adversaries. Still, he knew all too well that creating another satellite in the world had already led the enemies to find them.
However, amidst these reservations, Rain also recognized the imperative need to investigate the dark cube. Its existence and the power it potentially harbored made it a crucial piece of their mission. Understanding its purpose, deciphering its enigmatic nature, and exploring its potential benefits were very important to their quest.
Rain is considered the best course of action. Determining a cautious yet proactive approach, Rain decided to investigate the dark cube thoroughly since it was vital despite the inherent risks it posed.
"Let's hide somewhere and camp for the day since it is unlikely that we will find anything here," Rain said. "We could return to the vessel, but I guess it wouldn't be fair to the others."
In the end, the group moved to an area that was a bit less hotter. Fortunately, they didn't have to move all that much since most of the continent was still covered in snow. Once they looked for a suitable place to hide, everyone sat down and began to relax… it seemed that they wanted him to cook some food just like in old times…
"Since Gila is on the vessel, perhaps I should ask her to send some food… that would be one very expensive delivery service in terms of mana," Rain thought while he was cooking an extra spicy soup.
"Rain, this guy is still waiting for you here," Larisa said. "He doesn't feel very comfortable, thanks to the aura of that woman."
"What about it? Do I look like someone who needs to offer you better room service?" Rain asked. "Get real, please."
Despite saying that, Rain decided to check his mental landscape, and then he saw that guy quivering on the other side of the place, in the opposite direction of the room of the woman in the darkness… that sure was interesting.
