Village Head's Debauchery

After sensing the Four Vylkr containers within his body--two in his heart and two in his brain--and confirming that Aerialia was safe within the small Crimson Greatsword mark, Orion felt his gift shifting his attention towards the sky, and he immediately focused upward.

Outside,

Observing the Vylkr energy disappearing into Orion's body and his restoration to full health, Aurora attempted to call out to him as she hovered atop the surface of the Divine Essence Lake, with his attention focused on the sky. However, before she could, a brilliant, dazzling pillar of lightning formed on the entire surface of the Divine Essence Lake and stretched into the sky, vanishing from their eyes in the blink of an eye.

CRAACCCKLLEE!! BOOOOMMM!!!

The brilliant bluish pillar of lightning stretched out of the Primordial barrier and into the Vylkr-infested clouds, creating a spectacular scene as several consistent streaks of bluish lightning spread across the sky.

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Second Border City

Orion's Manor

Seraphina stood before the entire household with the Pixie women flying beside her.

"Everyone, this is Maeve, Willow, Breezeflutter, and Whisperwing. They were brought here by Orion because of a special condition that requires immediate treatment. As for the condition, I'm sorry, but I can't disclose it," Seraphina said, introducing the Pixies to the household.

She then introduced Celeste, Reena, Gina, Ursa, Ingrid, and the others to the Pixies one by one.

After Seraphina finished the introductions, Gina abruptly raised her hand. "What's their relationship with Orion?" she asked, holding back the irritation in her voice.

The other women perked their ears up, awaiting Seraphina's response.

"Orion hasn't informed me of any relationships with them," Seraphina responded, furrowing her brows as she observed the women's expressions.

Despite wondering about their relationship with Orion--since bringing people to the manor was something he rarely did--she had pushed it to the back of her mind, too focused on her projects to dwell on it. However, listening to Gina's question, she couldn't help but admit she was curious.

"If you don't know, then how about we ask them? They must surely know the answer to that question, right?" Gina suggested, shifting her focus toward the Pixies with a sharp glint in her eyes.

The other women also turned their attention toward the Pixies.

Maeve and the others suddenly tensed, noticing the sharp gazes directed at them. They instinctively took a deep gulp.

Sure, they were strong, but this was Orion's household, and it would be foolish for them to use their strength as they wished. Also, they didn't know how powerful these women were.

Breezeflutter clutched her attire and lowered her head, unable to hold the intensity of their gazes any longer.

"As much as I want to learn about their relationship with Orion, unfortunately, although they can hear us, we can't hear what they say," Seraphina responded, shaking her head.

Nonetheless, she couldn't help but ponder why that was the case and if she should study more about the Pixies in the future. She abruptly shook her head inwardly as Queen Selene's and Aegis of the Arctic Deity's faces appeared in her mind.

Although she wouldn't have had the courage to entertain such thoughts before, everything that had transpired made her realize it wasn't the best time for such things, especially since she still had her hands full.

"It's true. However, the Pixies possess an innate racial ability called 'Dust Morphosis,' which they can use to reduce anyone to their size," Crystalia responded, countering Seraphina's words.

Gina, Lyra, Ursa, Sura, Celia, and the others furrowed their brows, hearing this for the first time. Although they were aware of the Pixie race, they didn't know much about them due to the Pixies' tendency to confine themselves to the Garden and the Palace Manor, unlike the Primserions and the newly arrived Four-eared Elves who were beginning to socially interact with others.

"Is that true?" Lyra asked curiously, her gaze fixed on Seraphina.

Seraphina sighed and nodded, "Yes, it's true," she responded.

At that moment, Gina dashed from her position and arrived before Maeve and the others, causing them to flinch backwards slightly.

"If I become as small as you, will I also be able to fly like you?" Gina asked, her eyes shining as she momentarily forgot the question she had been asking moments ago.

Whisperwing regained some courage, flew forward, and nodded in response.

Gina's eyes widened and shimmered even more brightly. However, just as she was about to ask another question, a thundering, sky-splitting roar of lightning tore through the air.

Everyone—Seraphina, Gina, Maeve, Whisperwing, and the others within the manor—remained rooted in their positions, stunned momentarily before snapping out of their thoughts.

Crystalia immediately rushed out of the room, followed by Elysia, Sura, and the others. They arrived outside and noticed a sweaty, worn-out Fifi looking skywards with her weapon lying beside her.

They also shifted their attention skyward.

Instantly, they were greeted by flashes of brilliant bluish streaks of lightning dancing wild and consistent through the Vylkr-infested clouds.

"Orion?" Celeste muttered, her eyes wide open as she recognized the brilliance of the bluish streaks of lightning.

The remaining women also thought of the same name in their hearts, understanding that this was not a natural incident. Their hearts were immediately swept by an immense sense of worry.

Due to the sudden disturbances, their children's cries began to resound through the manor, pulling them out of their thoughts and redirecting their attention back to the manor.

Fifi swiftly leapt into the air toward the direction of the Third Border City, her words trailing behind her as she disappeared from view.

"I'll go and investigate."

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Second Border City Healer Association Headquarter

Greta deactivated her gift and withdrew it from Grace's sleeping form. She then shifted her attention towards Anara.

"There's nothing wrong with her; she simply went into shock for some reason and is now asleep due to the strain," Greta responded, shaking her head after assessing Grace's condition.

Hearing Greta's words, Anara breathed a sigh of relief. If Greta said Grace was okay, she believed she was truly fine. However, she couldn't help but doubt that Greta had been unable to discover what had caused Grace's shock.