Chapter 513 Sacrifice [Pt 4]

Chapter 513 Sacrifice [Pt 4]

~BOOOOOOOOMMM!!!~

Thunderous echoes burst from the world outside that even the safe interior of the chamber began to tremble.

The unspeakable violence—shouts and countless crackles of energy—made it difficult to believe in the sanctity of the sanctuary that enveloped them.

Unfortunately, Adonis was not even afforded the luxury to properly think or process what was happening outside.

No, perhaps this was a good thing.

Being distracted by the ritual with Lucielle—perhaps that was the better alternative than to continuously contemplate the fate of his dear friend.

As Lucielle's disciple, he had learned a lot about Magic, as well as Runes, but compared to her knowledge on Magic—especially one this ancient—he could only assist her in little ways.

Following her instructions here and there, they both worked together to complete the equation as soon as possible.

Until finally...

"I think we're all set."

Lucielle's brilliant smile, as she waved her short white hair, caused Adonis' breath to leave his lips in relief.

Finally, they were done.

"L-let's call for R-Rey! We can go together—!"

"No... he's not coming with." Lucielle shook her head as she placed both hands on her waist.

The piercing gaze she gave Adonis was a serious one. The Grand Mage wasn't joking—not that this was any situation to do such.

"W-what are you... saying? We're abandoning him...?" Adonis felt his chest tighten as he even uttered those words.

Rey had protected him all this time. He lost his eye in order to save Adonis' life, and even right now... he was risking it all to buy them time to complete the ritual.

"We don't have time for this. Rey is fighting! We have to—!"

"Indeed. We do not have time for this..."

Before Adonis could move his trembling feet towards the entrance in an attempt to rendezvous with Rey, he felt his entire body turn numb.

"H-huh...?"

One moment he was in his previous position, and the next he found himself at the center of the Magic Circle that they tried so hard to work through.

The entire thing gleamed with multifarious colors, but mostly gleamed with brilliant white.

Several ancient symbols and undeciphered Runes littered the ground in layers, all of them pulsating and resonating with one another.

The fact that Lucielle was able to augment these runes made it an impressive task that only she could have accomplished.

Sure, Adonis helped, but this was mostly due to her efforts and expertise.

"You're the weakest of us, Adonis. Your relatively weaker force makes it so that more can be changed and the world can stand a better chance in the new future that will be made."

"A-ah..."

"Remember the Dragonfly effect, Adonis. You can't go around making silly changes that do not benefit the future, okay? That means you can't tell anyone—not even the past me and Rey—

about this future."

"B-but..."

"There isn't enough time to explain everything in details, but just remember everything the Oracle said about the only way to defeat the Dragon Emperor. The Hero Class and the Divine Blade... you must obtain those two..."

"B-but my Karma is...!"

"I'll be activating the Ancient Magic now. We're counting on you..."

It was at this point, for the first time, that Adonis witnessed Lucielle leak out tears from her eyes.

Throughout their time together, she always had to be strong for everyone. Her cheery personality and happy demeanor shone light into the hearts of everyone around her.

But now... Adonis could see that mask fall off.

She wasn't happy at all.

"... Adonis. Please save this world."

Upon hearing that last request from his Master, and feeling the sacrifice of his friend in his heart, rhe weight of all the sacrifices that were made to reach this point fell upon his shoulders.

At that moment, he no longer lived for himself.

He lived for everyone.

And so, with a stifled, whimpering voice, he let out his response.

"I will!"

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[A/N]

Thanks for reading!

I can see some people don't like Adonis as the leader due to his decisions, but he was never meant to be perfect to begin with.

He messed up this time... and that's normal.

I just hope we get to see him somewhat redeem himself.