The Two Rebel Gods felt a trace of energy. It was very subtle though, as if the only reason they could trace it was because they were so close to it.
This raised their suspicions. The Rebel Gods looked at each other. Without speaking a word, they came to an understanding.
Both of them hid their Divine Auras, as if returning back to their mortal selves. They had spent centuries, hidden in the Upper Realm, developing such skills which helped them survive.
With their auras concealed, they cautiously advanced, ensuring minimal disruption.
The place used to be completely barren in the past, but now it was different. The Soul was way more fertile and the entire geography of this place had changed.
Once a barren expanse resembling a desolate desert in the middle of nowhere, the land now boasts a thriving lush forest, as if creating a natural boundary for something.
"Should we inform Gabriel? This definitely has something to do with the gods," one of the Rebels asked, growing suspicious.
The second god also shook his head in disagreement. "Simply relying on this is not enough for us to return. The level of uncertainty is still too high."
Eventually, they both came to an agreement and decided to investigate further.
As they ventured deeper into the mystical forest, the atmosphere grew increasingly strange. The trees looked and felt normal, as if no divine power was used to grow them, but at the same time, they felt different.
The trees towered above them, their gnarled branches casting eerie shadows that seemed to dance in the darkness. Since the entire world was covered in darkness, it was like the darkness of nights.
The night was unusually quiet, as if the very forest held its breath, aware of the powerful beings that now walked amongst its sacred groves.
The subtle exchange of energy continued to intrigue the Rebel Gods. They knew better than to underestimate the source of this strange feeling.
As they moved silently through the underbrush, leaves and twigs crumbled underfoot. Their senses sharpened, they were ready for whatever awaited them.
Fortunately, no unusual incidents occurred. They were not attacked while passing through the forest and did not sense the presence of any other beings. In the end, they managed to cross the forest without any harm.
Emerging from the dense foliage, the Rebel Gods found themselves standing at the entrance of a vast, open meadow.
The meadow stretched as far as the eye could see, bathed in darkness.
As they stepped out of the forest, they could feel that strange energy to be even closer. They didn't have to look around to find the source of the energy as they saw the traces of an invisible barrier.
Inexplicably unnoticed to the naked eye, the barrier emitted unmistakable energy currents that pervaded every corner. Enveloping a seemingly unassuming town, its presence was irrefutable.
The Rebel Gods exchanged a meaningful glance, their suspicions deepening as they gazed upon the seemingly tranquil town encased within the invisible barrier. It was evident that this place was far from ordinary.
"Looks like we found them." Both of them revealed a look of relief. Now that they knew where the Gods were hiding, all that was left was to gather everyone and attack this place.
However, they still didn't inform Gabriel, unclear if the Gods were actually here or they already abandoned this place, only leaving the barrier behind.
Such a big change in the sky was a clear indication that Ezekiel was here, so it was strange that they weren't attacked, even as they reached this close to the gods' residence.
They didn't want to call Gabriel, only to later find out that the down had not a single god. As they approached the entrance, they made up their mind to confirm their suspicions.
As they cautiously approached, they noticed that the town was unlike any they had seen before. Its architecture was ordinary at the same time as feeling otherworldly, with ethereal patterns etched into the buildings, and softly glowing symbols embedded in the ground.
What stunned them the most was that there was a strange statue in the middle of the town. It was like their statue belonged to the god that the town's people used to pray to. But still, they couldn't recognise the person in the statue.
They didn't think much about it, since it was normal for humans to make statues of gods from their imaginations. Both of them remained outside the barrier, observing the town.
The entire town appeared to be Abandoned, not a single person in sight. On the other side of the barrier, the gods couldn't even feel a single life. It was as if the place was actually dead.
The gods exchanged confused glances, unable to comprehend just what this heavy feeling in their hearts were. They cautiously stepped forward, passing through the barrier to test.
However, as soon as they passed through the barrier, they felt suffocated, as if they had entered an entirely different world.
The pressure they felt in this village was comparable to what they felt from Gabriel!
"He's here!" The two gods exclaimed, confirming their suspicions. There was no one who could have this aura other than Caen or Janus! No matter which one or was, it was bad news for them.
Fortunately, they were now certain that this was the place that they were looking for.
Both sent a message to Gabriel, saying that they found the place, but strangely enough, their message wasn't sent. Inside the barrier, their connection was cut off.
The two realized what was happening. Both turned around, and immediately tried to get out of this place to send the signal.
But as they attempted to leave, they found themselves trapped within an invisible force field, preventing their escape.
"Since you've already arrived, what's the hurry to leave?" A voice came from behind them. The terrifying aura came closer and it wasn't just one person. They could hear multiple footsteps.
