Chapter 119 - Tomb Part 6

The bright light was domineering and Joan can't help but cover his eyes. It was the heroes that moved, feeling their freedom while gasping air and grasping their hands. Others were feeling their faces that seemed to have no changes at all.

The heroes were glad that they once again felt that air. Making them smile at each other as they saw each other. Just as they were feeling the enjoyment, they immediately sensed the presence of the enemy that Joan faced. Seeing and recognizing Prophet Isaias at the moment they saw a man in their front. It was then, they realized that they have to do their task again. Their joyous mood was once again stopped and they turned serious.

All of them dashed towards the Demon captain. Staring at them while ready to fight anytime. Just as they were looking at him, they thought that it has to be done fast and efficient. They all attacked simultaneously using skills and spells at the enemy.. Just at that moment, the enemy saw that he was disadvantaged and thought to return to the crack.

The heroes chased him and bound him on the floor. Making him curse at them. Large spells were launched at him and the place exploded one after another. Making Joan just watch at the sidelines while they finish the enemy. Soon after, more demons came out of the crack and the heroes battled them.

Joan then watched how they fought the enemies, making him smile as they were indeed legends. It was then, he went to Isaias' side. Feeling that he was unneeded currently.

"Hey Isaias, it was a nice group of heroes. They are strong," Joan said to him.

"Yeah, they are," Joan said to him.

It was then Joan sat at a lotus position, eyes closed and then started to absorb the monster essences on the surroundings. The heroes were killing them left and right but there was a way for the person to absorb essences with a great radius on the surrounding area. Making it great reaping for Joan. The area became dry as mana and essences were absorbed. Just Joan and Isaias knew what was happening. The heroes didn't know what he was doing at all.

Minutes later on, the demon parade came to a halt. Making the heroes stop with their attack. They approached Isaias after killing them all. Kneeling in him as they reported that it was finished. Isaias then let them stand up.

"You have done a great service. But it doesn't end here, the Demon Lord of Affliction has once again risen. You have to stop him from unsealing his brothers. I hope you will be successful. Now go forth, make haste," Isaias said to them.

"As you wish, Prophet Isaias," They chorused out loud. They flickered and disappeared from their sights. Dashing towards the exit of the tomb and the two was left alone.

Joan then finished absorbing all the essences in the air. Inhaling and exhaling deeply, hot steamy air was breathed out. Isaias was once again impressed. Few hundred demons were slaughtered but only Joan benefited from the heroes' efforts. Making him laugh and pats his back. Making Joan question him what was he doing. It was then, Isaias turned serious.

"Let's go, Joan, we are finished here," Isaias said to him.

"Yes, let's go," Joan then stands up. Walking to exit the tomb together with Isaias.

"Say, Isaias. How can I uproot the seeds of evil? Even now, I still don't know how to use my power as the Child of Hope," Joan asked.

"Ah, about that. You have to be strong enough first. Reaching Legend is one key and then you will know it yourself. You will harness it like breathing air," Isaias said to him.

"Ah I see, then I will discover it later on. I feel that I am still far behind the heroes. Maybe I should hurry up and reach Grandmaster as soon as possible," Joan said to Isaias.

"Ah yeah, you should," Isaias replied.

It was then they paved the path they passed by. Exiting the Tomb of Affliction and met Priscilla on the way. Entering the carriage, the two didn't waste time.

"We will head to the next nearest tomb from here. I know where the other possible tomb the Demon Lords has gone to," He told Joan. Whipping Priscilla as they resumed their travel.

"Okay, I will still absorb the collected essences to my mana well. I have to get stronger sooner and faster," Joan said to him.

"Sure, take your time," He said to Joan.

Joan then went inside the carriage. Sitting again in a lotus position and started his absorption. Time passed by and he was not disturbed by Isaias. They passed the mountain ranges and travelled on the snowy parts of the kingdom. Making their travels a tad taxing on both them and Priscilla. Joan then finished absorbing the essences and he was asked by Isaias.

"I am now in the four hundred, the exact points are something I don't know but I am sure that I have reached there. Maybe in the four hundred and fifty? I don't know," Joan said to him.

"Ah I see, you are fast-growing. Impressive!" Isaias said to him.

"You want soup? I will cook," Joan asked.

"Yeah, let's have soup." He replied.

They rested by the road and it was still snowing. Isaias made a campfire for Priscilla and Joan then went to boil water from the jar. Pouring the sliced meat into the pot after the water has boiled. After using his fire element to bolster up the fire, it boiled faster and the meat soften up. Pouring the spices and salt, vegetables were also mixed.

Joan then called Isaias and they ate. The soup warmed their stomachs and bones were what was left. By the ration they have, they can still last a few days as the meat was frozen. Vegetables were one thing but it was also chilled. They rested in the night and the two slept inside the carriage. Sleeping outside was intolerable for the two. Luckily, Priscilla has a bonfire beside her and it warmed her through the night. Joan put a pot of embers beside them to warm their bodies as they sleep. Making their sleep more comfortable. 

Whilst they were sleeping, shadow clones were guarding the surroundings. Patrolling throughout the night till dawn.