Deep within the Blooming Sanctuary.
The path began as a narrow gorge, with towering rocks on either side and the occasional sound of trickling water, reminiscent of a nightingale's gentle song.
As they ventured deeper, the cliffs on either side became covered in flowers, and a sense of serene sanctity seemed to emanate from the surroundings.
When they finally emerged from the gorge, the view opened up before them.
A vast expanse of vibrant flowers stretched out in every direction, and on the hillside stood a towering tree that seemed to reach the heavens.
The sacredness of the scene inspired a deep sense of awe.
But beneath the seemingly peaceful environment, with birds chirping melodiously, there was an underlying sense of majesty that warned against any intrusion.
The light curtain faded away.
Beside the towering tree were seven flowers, each a different color.
Red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo, violet.
These seven flowers were none other than the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions!
And the bright, glowing red flower was the Blossom of Love, symbolizing love itself.
However, something was clearly wrong—the Blossom of Love was surrounded by chaotic energy and flickering light, as if something was amiss.
As if sensing their arrival, a sudden burst of intense light erupted from the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions.
Immediately, the ground began to tremble, and cracks rapidly spread across the earth.
A violent roar, like that of a wild beast, echoed through the air as the ground was suddenly upheaved.
Near the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions, two Unicorns bathed in holy golden light stood guard.
Even with Holy Maiden Aeliana present, they showed no intention of leaving.
The only thing these Unicorns were protecting was the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions.
And in their presence, no one could pass.
"Get ready. Once I defeat these two Unicorns, I'll need you to guard me while I work," Holy Maiden Aeliana said softly.
She wasn't worried about the Unicorns themselves, but rather the backlash from the Blooming Sanctuary's protective barrier once she began repairing the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions.
At that time, she would have to focus all her attention on the Blossoms, leaving her vulnerable.
Facing the two Unicorns, Holy Maiden Aeliana took a step forward, and the power of the Holy Maiden radiated outwards, shaking the surroundings.
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"Roar!"
The two Unicorns let out a furious roar.
Even Holy Maiden Aeliana's attempt to approach was a violation of the Blooming Sanctuary's sacred laws, an affront to the dignity they were sworn to protect!
With a roar of authority, the Unicorns unleashed a dazzling golden light from their mouths, their aura surging skyward.
These two golden Unicorns were powerful enough to rival human warriors at the Ocean's Gate level!
Seeing that Holy Maiden Aeliana had no intention of stopping, the Unicorns were finally enraged.
Golden light burst from their mouths, and their razor-sharp claws, like blades wrapped in a whirlwind, slashed towards Holy Maiden Aeliana.
But Holy Maiden Aeliana remained calm, her eyes flashing with a cold determination.
Suddenly, a vision appeared behind her.
It was an endless sea of flowers, both a reflection of the sanctuary and a manifestation of her power as the Holy Maiden.
Countless flowers fell, only to grow and transform, covering the sky, infinite and boundless.
It was as if the entire sky was enveloped by this endless vision.
"Holy Maiden's power is truly terrifying!" Vera and Autumn couldn't help but turn pale.
Even after following Holy Maiden Aeliana for so many years, they had never seen her unleash her full strength.
The damage to the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions was a grave matter, and it was clear that even the Holy Maiden was eager to repair them.
The overwhelming pressure of the Holy Emperor's power descended like a dark cloud, causing the two Unicorns to show a hint of fear.
But they would never allow anyone to harm the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions behind them.
Not even the master of the Blooming Sanctuary had the right to set foot here!
The ferocious attack came crashing down, the Unicorns' golden beams clashing violently with the Holy Maiden's spectral image.
The blinding light was so intense it could have seared one's eyes, and the terrifying shockwaves caused the very fabric of space to tremble and warp.
The flowers and grass covering the mountainside swayed wildly in the wind, as if they might be uprooted at any moment.
Though the two Unicorns were incredibly fierce, they stood no chance against the overwhelming power of the Holy Maiden's apparition.
"Boom!"
The light exploded with a deafening blast.
The golden beams were shattered, and the Unicorns' movements faltered.
Caught in the whirlwind, it was as if their flesh was being torn apart.
Overwhelmed by excruciating pain, the Unicorns pointed their sharp horns at Aeliana, still trying to resist.
But at that moment, Holy Maiden Aeliana's eyes flashed with resolve, and she clenched her delicate hand into a fist.
"Boom!"
An immense force pressed down on the center of the battlefield.
With a thunderous crash, the two Unicorns were subjected to an unbearable pressure.
Their bones and muscles were crushed, their sinews snapped.
Under this relentless force, their bodies shattered, blood and flesh scattering in all directions.
"The sacred beasts of the Blooming Sanctuary were defeated so easily!"
Vera and Autumn, the two Holy Envoys, were in awe of Holy Maiden Aeliana's terrifying power as they watched the scene unfold before them.
Such a formidable strength was far beyond their reach.
Even Timothy nodded slightly in acknowledgment.
Although Holy Maiden Aeliana was often teased and bullied by Sylvia, her true power was undeniable—she could easily rival any Holy Emperor.
In fact, her strength was enough to place her among the most powerful Holy Emperors on the continent of Elant.
As the two Unicorns were effortlessly crushed, Holy Maiden Aeliana stepped through the void, arriving before the Blossom of Love among the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions.
She gracefully sat down beside the flower.
Her golden gown spread out around her like a blooming flower, and her golden hair cascaded down her back.
Holy Maiden Aeliana closed her eyes gently, and the petals around her began to float.
"Gather the spiritual energy of the countless flowers in this sacred land, to nourish the Blossom of Love among the Blossoms of the Seven Emotions.
Hear my command, O flowers, and…"
Though her voice was soft, it echoed through the air, and the petals swirled around Holy Maiden Aeliana like a whirlwind.
Some petals landed on her gown, while others brushed against her smooth, jade-like cheeks.
The scene was breathtakingly beautiful, like a painting brought to life.
From the countless flowers, various colors of spiritual energy began to emerge, converging and condensing under Holy Maiden Aeliana's guidance.
A single flower's spiritual energy wasn't much, but the combined energy of thousands of flowers was vast and pure.
This pure energy continuously flowed into the Blossom of Love.
The chaotic red glow surrounding the Blossom of Love gradually calmed, and the strange agitation and turbulence began to subside under the influence of the spiritual energy.
However, the process was not quick.
Even with the constant infusion of spiritual energy, progress was slow.
And just then, the once-beautiful landscape, covered in flowers and grass, suddenly changed.
Cracks began to spread across the earth, slicing through the hillside like blades.
Then, light burst forth from the cracks.
The roars of wild beasts echoed endlessly.
From the light, countless Unicorns, glowing with golden light, began to take shape.
Though not as powerful as the two Unicorns from before, their numbers were overwhelming, covering the mountainside as far as the eye could see.
And more and more Unicorns continued to form, charging towards Holy Maiden Aeliana with ferocious roars.
The two Holy Envoys' expressions changed slightly. seaʀᴄh thё nôvelFire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.
Holy Maiden Aeliana's ritual was still incomplete—they had to stop these Unicorns from reaching her!