Back in the treasury, Alister continued to sift through piles of gold, high-grade items, and equipment, his search proving increasingly pointless. He was feeling frustrated as he mumbled to himself, “Is it really possible that one of the oldest guilds doesn’t have even one of the items on the list?”
Gritting his teeth in anger, he decided not to give up.
“I have to find it,” he muttered, “for Miyu.”
He resumed his search, but now his frustration and fear were making him search haphazardly.
Meanwhile, Terra floated her eye around thanks to the mindspace. Finally, her eye spotted something behind a pile of gold.
“That must be it.”
“This powerful draconic aura… It’s unmistakable.”
Hovering past the gold, her eye fell on a peculiar silver necklace. It had a lizard-like creature holding a yellow crystal that glowed vibrantly, causing Terra’s eye to widen as she gazed upon it.
With her keen perception, she instantly recognized it: a true dragon’s heart crystal, one of the rare items her lord sought.
The rift to the mindspace opened slightly more as Terra extended her massive claws, reaching out for the item before her.
In his thoughts, Alister heard Terra’s voice. ‘My lord, I found one of them.’
‘Wait, really? I’m coming over to you right now, maybe the other items could be close to that one.’ Alister thought, turning and running towards where Terra was. He knew her location through their bond.
Back with Terra, as she picked up the necklace with the crystal, she couldn’t help but marvel.
‘It is truly remarkable, almost as if it was made from the heart of a mon-‘ she trailed off.
Before Terra could finish her thought, a massive wave of mana washed over her. It felt immensely oppressive, so potent it seemed to suffocate her.
‘W-what is this?’ Terra asked herself. ‘The mana feels like it’s burning into my very being. The sheer magnitude and sharpness of it… One would almost think it belonged to…’
Suddenly, Yuuto’s voice echoed. “I’m sure all that’s left now is to take a right, it should be around here.”
Hearing Yuuto’s voice, a chill ran down Terra’s spine. ‘It’s him… It’s definitely him…’ she thought, time seeming to slow as she turned around. She saw Yuuto’s shadow approaching, her eyes widening in shock.
In that instant, she involuntarily let go of the necklace, withdrew her hand, and closed the mindspace.
In the mindspace, Terra looked visibly shaken, her body trembling.
Cinder, towering over her, approached with a concerned expression. “What’s the matter?”
Terra slowly turned to look at her. “I-I just felt an aura similar to…”
Cinder’s red eyes widened in shock. “Are you serious?”
Meanwhile, in the physical realm, Yuuto arrived at the spot where the necklace had been dropped. He picked it up, his voice filled with excitement. “Found it.” He smiled childishly.
Alister, still making his way through the treasury, heard Terra’s voice in his mind.
‘My lord, I failed to retrieve the item.’
‘Why?’ Alister asked, his pace quickening. ‘What happened?’
‘I was nearly discovered by Yuuto,’ Terra replied.
Alister frowned. ‘But I thought he was supposed to be waiting at the door?’
‘He stepped in, master,’ Terra said, her voice sounding slightly serious.
‘Please be cautious of him. I am not entirely sure what he is, but he is definitely powerful.’
‘What he is?’ Alister asked, confused.
Just then, before he could get an answer from Terra, Alister rounded a pile of gold and encountered Yuuto holding the necklace.
Yuuto’s expression was almost nostalgic, as if memories long buried resurfaced in his mind, but there was a flicker of something in his eyes-curiosity, perhaps, or something deeper.
“Alister,” Yuuto said, his tone calm but with an undercurrent of something Alister couldn’t quite place.
“This is quite a remarkable find, isn’t it?”
As Alister’s eyes landed on the said item, the silver lizard, holding a yellow crystal, he couldn’t help but feel like he had seen it before.
‘Wait, it’s that one the woman in that picture was wearing.’
‘If it belongs to a dear friend, I doubt he would be willing to give it to me.’
Alister folded his fists tightly as he thought further. ‘But I have to get it, I have to convince him to give it to me.’
Alister swallowed hard, trying to maintain his composure. “Yes, Master Yuuto. It’s exactly what I was looking for.”
Yuuto studied him for a moment, his gaze piercing. “You seem very determined to acquire this necklace. May I ask why?”
Alister hesitated. He couldn’t reveal the real reason, not without risking too much. “It’s… it’s important for a personal project,” he finally said, hoping it sounded convincing.
For a moment there was slience.
Yuuto’s eyes narrowed slightly as he smiled. “Very well. Although this particular item holds a lot of precious memories, I don’t mind parting with it if it’s you who wants it.”
‘What is he trying to insinuate by saying that? It feels like he’s deliberately doing this.’
“But remember, Alister, everything in the treasury is the guild’s property. You must be careful with what you take and how you use it.”
Alister nodded, his heart pounding. “Of course, Master Yuuto. I understand.”
Yuuto handed him the necklace, his fingers brushing Alister’s for a brief moment. Alister felt a jolt, like a spark of electricity, as their hands touched. Yuuto’s eyes seemed to gaze into him, and for a moment, Alister felt like his very soul was being scrutinized.
‘What is this? I didn’t feel this when we first shook hands’ Alister thought.
Then, just as quickly, the moment passed. Yuuto released the necklace and stepped back. “I trust you’ll make good use of it.”
As Yuuto turned to leave, Alister couldn’t shake the feeling that there was much more to the guild leader than he had ever imagined. Terra’s words echoed in his mind, and he knew he had to be cautious. There was something about Yuuto-something powerful and ancient-that he didn’t yet understand.
Just then, while he was lost in thought, a system window materialized before Alister, causing his eyes to widen in awe as he read it.
[Item Status Window
Name: Dragon Overlord’s Heirloom
Rank: SSS+
Description:
An ancient necklace passed down through the ages among dragon royalty. This exquisite piece is crafted from the condensed core of the first dragon, whose name is lost to time. It serves as a symbol of power and dominion, and can only be worn by the current overlord of
dragons.
Properties:
– Immense Magical Power: The necklace contains vast reserves of magical energy, capable of enhancing the abilities of the wearer to unimaginable levels.
Special Abilities:
– Draconic Aura: Radiates an aura of supreme authority, intimidating lesser beings and commanding respect from all dragons.
– Core Resonance: Allows the wearer to tap into the primordial power of the first dragon, greatly amplifying their magical and physical capabilities.
– Legacy of the Ancients: Provides the wearer with the accumulated wisdom and skills of past Dragon overlords, unlocking hidden potential and granting mastery over dragonkind.
Restrictions:
– Overlord Requirement: Can only be worn by the rightful overlord of dragons. Any other being attempting to wear the necklace will be overwhelmed by its power and instantly
obliterated.
History:
This necklace has been a coveted heirloom for countless generations, symbolizing the ultimate authority among dragons. Its power and prestige are unmatched, making it one of
the most sought-after artifacts in existence.
Notice: The player has not fuffiled the conditions to equip this item.]