As High King Eldric prepared to speak again, he noticed a large, round, distorted ripple forming on the surface of the Divine Essence Lake near its edge.
"It is time, High King Eldric," High Elder Finn informed him, sensing the dense divine energy swirling within the rippling water.
The High Elders and elders beside him nodded in agreement, though they struggled to conceal the excitement in their eyes. To them, it didn't matter who obtained the Divine artefacts; what mattered was that god Aerendir's Divine artefacts were once again in the presence of the Pixie race.
High King Eldric nodded, redirecting his attention to his children. "You may all proceed. Aegis of the Arctic Deity awaits your presence," he announced, gesturing towards the swirling, rippling distortion on the surface of the Divine Essence Lake.
They all nodded in solemn understanding.
"I promise to bring back the Divine artefacts, Father!" said one.
"I promise to successfully complete whatever trial Aegis of the Arctic Deity gives, Father!" stated another with determination.
"Father, I promise to do my best and bring back the Divine artefacts!" a third affirmed.
Each proclaimed loudly, one by one, before turning around and soaring into the swirling, rippling, distorted water.
High King Eldric nodded, his gaze following them until they disappeared from sight.
"Will they be able to successfully bring back god Aerendir artefacts?" High Elder Larken asked, his voice filled with concern.
"It's hard to say, given that we're unsure of the trials Aegis of the Arctic Deity will present them with. Our only option is to rely on god Aerendir to help us," replied High Elder Finn.
….......
As fourth Prince Alden, Princess Morgana, and the others arrived at the bottom of the divine essence lake, they were immediately greeted by a pair of large golden-slitted eyes staring at them.
"We pay our respects to the Aegis of the Arctic Deity!"
They all bowed simultaneously, showing their respect to the Aegis of the Arctic Deity.
"Are you all the ones sent by High King Eldric to inherit the god Aerendir's divine artefacts?" Aegis of the Arctic Deity asked.
Before the second prince could respond, fourth Prince Alden immediately said, "Yes, we are all High King Eldric's children and have been tasked with securing god Aerendir's divine artefacts back to the Pixie kingdom."
The second prince and several others were temporarily stunned by fourth Prince Alden's abrupt response.
'Idiot! Who gave you the authority to speak?' The second prince thought. He gritted his teeth in anger as he shifted his focus towards him.
Nonetheless, Aegis of the Arctic Deity nodded in understanding. He wasn't stupid enough not to understand why High King Eldric had only sent his children. However, it didn't bother him as long as they could pass the trial and prove their worthiness to carry the inheritance that god Aerendir had left behind.
If they succeeded, good for them. However, there were no second chances if they didn't, as this would only prove that the Pixie kingdom was not yet ready to wield god Aerendir's inheritance.
This meant that he would need to give it to the only person he knew was worthy enough. However, the young man already had too many divine artefacts on him, and he didn't know if receiving more would be a blessing or a curse.
Nonetheless, Aegis of the Arctic Deity pushed that thought to the back of his mind and focused on the Pixies before him since his decisions depended on their results.
"Your trial will immediately begin," Aegis of the Arctic Deity's voice resonated through their surroundings.
Before they could comprehend what was happening, their vision was obscured by a heavy stream of water crashing down upon their bodies.
They realized they were in an entirely different location when they opened their eyes. Surrounding them were numerous humanoid corpses of unknown origin, sprawled on scorched, burnt ground, appearing as lifeless as the corpses upon which they lay.
The smell of blood hung heavy in the air, so thick they could almost taste it, accompanied by an ashy breeze blowing against their bodies.
Looking up, they saw that it wasn't just below them but also above them. The sky was littered with disembodied corpses, painting a grim picture of a world far more desolate than the one they had left behind moments ago.
"You have one task: protect god Aerendir and ensure he makes it through the stellar gate. Failure to do so will result in total extermination for each of you. Once god Aerendir has made it through the stellar gate, he will select two individuals based on his assessment of who should inherit his divine artefacts."
"If none of you gains his approval, then bear in mind that the Pixie Kingdom will not be offered another chance to retrieve the divine artefacts. So, be careful with your decisions," Aegis of the Arctic said, his voice resonating within their ears.
From the Second Prince to Fourth Prince Alden, down to Sixth Princess Morgana, they were all astounded by Aegis of the Arctic Deity's words.
Protect god Aerendir! Their trial to determine their worthiness to obtain the divine artefacts was to protect God Aerendir, the creator of their race, and lead him through the stellar gate!
"Your trial starts now," Aegis of the Arctic Deity's voice resonated in their ears again before abruptly vanishing.
…....…..
Second Border City
Orion's manor
"Are you ready?" Orion asked, gazing at Crystalia, who lay naked beneath him.
It had been six minutes since they both woke up. Initially, he wanted to leave immediately to visit the village chief and learn about the progress in burning the dead forest. However, Crystalia had pulled him back to the bed, insisting he take her virginity right at that moment.
Orion nodded, unable to refuse her, knowing she was finally prepared for her first time.
"Yes, I am ready," Crystalia responded shyly.
Orion aligned his member with her pussy lips and slowly penetrated her.
"Ahhh~~~" Crystalia abruptly moaned at the intrusion in her lower lips.
