Chapter 439: Nayra

Chapter 439: Nayra

Common Enemy

They entered the tower slowly, |Spectrum Vision| letting her see in the darkness, though it wasn't necessary for long. The door behind them closed with a loud bang, and then torches lit up all around them.

Ah, Ryun said and she glanced at him.

My sense works here, he just said. It made sense, this place was supposed to exist in all realms, making it a fixed point. It didn't change like the rest of the Ethereal.

It working was good, it meant that Nayra didn't have to tell him anything as eight spirits surrounded them. Long limbed with hands that ended in claws. They were lanky, but towered over them. Their bodies were dark and heads elongated and without any mouth that she could see. A single eye crowned the middle of their head. With a quick look, she could see how much of a threat they were.

Prison Warden Spirit (Tier 9)

Not that much of a threat at all. She could tell that the display was supposed to be intimidating, and to make the people arriving feel off balance. It probably would've been more impressive to people who weren't Ryun and Nayra. Both of them had seen the spirits crawl out from hidden trapdoors in the floor.

The room they were in now blazed with light, and stretched far in the distance. The walls around them were glowing, illuminated by lines that crisscrossed them in elaborate geometrical patterns. Everything else had a gray and green tint to it. There was an oppressive feeling in the air, as if she was being squeezed from all sides. As if this place was in full control of everything within it.

Greetings spirits, Ryun bowed, and Nayra followed a moment after. We've come seeking an audience with the Warden of the Prison of Ages.

The spirits stood around them for a few moments, unmoving and silent. It was as if they were evaluating the two of them before finally one spoke. You are free to enter.

Nayra blinked, then glanced at Ryun.Thi/s chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.co/m

That was easier than I thought it would be, he told her.

He turned to look at the spirits who haven't moved from their positions.

So, do we follow you or?

Ryun tilted his head as he answered. The main matter is one I believe you would be very interested in, he paused, straightening and meeting the spirit's eyes head on. Ra'azel Equinar.

The reaction was instant and visceral. Two of the spirits faces twisted into grimaces of anger, while the one in the center narrowed its eyes.

The Prisoner, it said, stressing the word. A chosen released him. Speak very carefully, or this meeting will not remain polite.

Nayra figured that it would be best if they didn't mention that they knew the chosen who released the yeti personally.

Ryun gestured with a hand. Ra'azel has escaped into the Real Realm, he has struck against me and mine. I have come to the Ethereal seeking power to stop him. The Grand Spirits have pointed me in your direction. You want Ra'azel stopped, don't you?

The spirit leaned forward, and the pressure against them intensified again. I want Ra'azel back in his cell, where he belongs, I would settle for death, the pressure vanished, and the spirit seemed to sag. If only it could be.

Nayra blinked at that.

You do not believe it possible? Ryun asked.

The spirit looked Ryun in the eyes, then responded. Ra'azel is older than time itself, at least in its current form. And he is a master of his power. He has had a long time to plan. You are strong, and even if you can match Ra'azel's might, you will never be able to outmatch him as a whole.

We have faced him before, Ryun said. We survived, fought him off.

As have I, the spirit said. And in that lies the true danger of Ra'azel. He will never make the same mistake twice. He learns from his failures, and he plans for everything. The Grand Spirits and even the upstart Great Soul had not been able to stop Ra'azel from leaving the Ethereal Realm.

What is the reason he was imprisoned? What is his goal?

The spirit didn't answer for a few seconds. Then, it tilted its head. Why would I tell you? What purpose is there in it?

Ryun took a step forward. Because I promise you, if you give me knowledge or power, I will make sure that Ra'azel is dealt in a manner that will make sure he will not be a threat to anyone.

The spirit gave Ryun a long look, and then it gave its answer.