BXBX NOVEL Chapter 210: The Trio
His readiness to provide care for their companion and his foresight in bringing medical supplies highlighted his preparedness and concern for the group\'s well-being. Meanwhile, Nana weighed the option of exploring the mysterious exit, the enigmatic book calling to her sense of adventure and discovery.
"Just don\'t go in, of course," Todd called out, his focus on Pegasus\' wound. Nana nodded in understanding and started walking toward the podium, her steps echoing slightly in the quiet room.
As she approached the book, a sense of shock and recognition washed over her. The book appeared almost identical to the one she had acquired from the king\'s castle. However, there was a notable difference: this one emitted a faint, ethereal glow, contrasting starkly with the mundane appearance of the one she remembered.
The luminescence of the book lent an air of mystique and otherworldliness to it, capturing Nana\'s attention and piquing her curiosity.
Standing before the podium, Nana hesitated for a moment, captivated by the book\'s familiar yet distinctly unique appearance. The soft glow seemed to beckon her, promising secrets and knowledge possibly linked to their current predicament.
Nana gently placed her hands on the book, her fingers tracing its ancient cover as she attempted to decipher its contents. She flipped through the thick pages, only to find herself confronted with bizarre symbols that eluded her understanding. Frustration crept into her expression as she realized the text was beyond her comprehension.
With a sigh of annoyance, she closed the book, feeling defeated by the cryptic language.
Her attention, however, was quickly drawn to the cover of the book. There, in readable words, was the title: \'Vale of Nekroz.\' "Huh, that\'s a bit odd," she murmured to herself, her curiosity piqued yet again by this new discovery.
Just then, Todd and Pegasus approached her from behind. "What\'s with the book?" Todd inquired, noticing her perplexed look.
Nana shrugged her shoulders in response. "I can barely read it, so your guess is as good as mine," she admitted, stepping aside to give Todd a chance to examine the book. As he took a closer look, he muttered the title to himself, "Vale of Nekroz," his voice reflecting a mix of intrigue and bewilderment.
Upon hearing the title \'Vale of Nekroz,\' Pegasus perked up, even as he took a swig of water. "That was one of the great threats, General, I think," he said, his voice carrying a hint of uncertainty. "I never paid much attention in history class, but I know I\'ve heard that name before."
Nana, pondering over Pegasus\' words, turned her attention to the stone walls around them. She ran her fingers over the grooves, inspecting them closely. "Why would a book about him be in this random place?" she mused aloud, her gaze shifting from the walls back to the book.
Pegasus, deep in thought, placed a finger under his chin. "My best guess is that this is some kind of test to see what we can do," he suggested, looking around the room as if trying to piece together a puzzle.
The trio stood in contemplation, surrounded by the ancient stone walls and the mysterious book. The possibility that they were facing a test crafted around the legendary figure of the Vale of Nekroz added another layer of intrigue to their already perplexing situation.
Nana, visibly confused, listened as Todd picked up the thread of their conversation. "Yeah, I think that makes sense," he began, his voice reflecting a measure of certainty. "Otherwise, he would have just killed us. It does seem like he wanted us to succeed and was trying to listen to our side, but ultimately, he\'s probably tied to some oath.
It\'s hard to say really, but I believe he means for us to prove that we can beat this Dragoon."
Nana, a bit annoyed by the conjecture, replied, "That\'s a lot you got from one conversation, you know." She paused, recalling the last moments before their abrupt transportation. "But before I was clicked away, he did mention getting back to him, so perhaps your words have some truth to them."
Their exchange highlighted the tension and uncertainty of their situation, as they tried to piece together the intentions of the mysterious figure who had sent them to this place. The possibility of an underlying test, and the need to prove themselves against the Dragoon, lingered in the air, adding depth to their quest and the challenges that lay ahead.
Nana, feeling the weight of their situation, stretched her arms, trying to ease the tension in her muscles. "Well, no time like the present," she declared, her voice tinged with a mix of resolve and apprehension. "Let\'s go ahead and head through the door and see what\'s going on."
As they approached the ominous doorway, the flickering torches cast elongated shadows on the walls, creating an eerie atmosphere. The air grew cooler as they stepped through, entering a labyrinth that stretched out before them, a maze of corridors and passages winding into the unknown.
The walls of the labyrinth were adorned with intricate carvings, depicting scenes of ancient battles and mythical creatures. Every few feet, the glow of a torch illuminated another part of the story, each image seeming to come alive in the flickering light.
The path was narrow and winding, forcing them to proceed in single file. The silence was heavy, broken only by the sound of their footsteps echoing off the stone walls.