Chapter 117 The Fire Dragon Ugram (7)

Chapter 117 The Fire Dragon Ugram (7)

The blessing of the fire dragon enfolded Eren's form in a gentle, flickering orange luminescence, a spectacle that resonated with the warm energy coursing through his veins. It was as if the very essence of the ancient creature had intertwined with his being, the sacred pact between dragon and Pendragon now imprinted within his very soul.

The artifact embedded within Eren pulsated in acknowledgment, affirming the successful culmination of the dragon's blessings.

'This... I feel invigorated, somehow,' Eren mused, a newfound vitality permeating his senses. The blessing's potency exceeded its apparent immunity to fire, a mysterious surge of life force infusing him with an unexpected vigor.

With the fire dragon's power now safeguarding his path, and a sense of fulfillment in having unraveled some of the mysteries surrounding the dragon's history, Eren respectfully bid farewell to the guardian of the Pendragons that had granted him its trust.

"Then, I shall take my leave, Sir Ugram," Eren articulated with a respectful bow, his words carrying a sense of gratitude and purpose.

The fire dragon responded with a silent acquiescence, its massive form settling back into its watchful repose, the dragon egg nestled beneath its protective bulk.

Eren's footsteps retraced the path through the volcanic terrain, a juxtaposition of molten fury and smoldering embers. The way he had entered this otherworldly realm alongside his father had sealed itself, compelling him to navigate through an uncharted course devoid of searing lava. Eventually, his journey led him to a lofty vantage point atop the volcanic peak.

"Whoaa!!"

A gasp escaped Eren as the powerful gusts of wind, laden with the secrets of the ages, whipped around him. His raven hair danced in the tempest's embrace as he stood upon the precipice, greeted by a breathtaking panorama that lay before him - the vast expanse of the Pendragon barony, verdant and untouched, stretching out beneath the canvas of the open sky.

A spectral voice, like a whisper carried by the winds, reached his ears just moments before a figure materialized before him.

It was his uncle, Huges Pendragon. Eren's eyes met the familial gaze of family, a beacon of warmth and reassurance in this sea of revelations. It became clear that Hubert, his father, had anticipated Eren's emergence and dispatched Huges to guide him back.

"Let us return home, dear nephew," Huges spoke in a voice that resonated with familial affection. His words carried a comforting embrace that surpassed the spoken word.

It seemed as he already noticed the dragon blessing on Eren as he smiled warmly. With his uncle's arm draped around his shoulders, Eren embarked back to the Pendragon Barony..

In the midst of this shared journey, Huges asked for the details regarding his encounter with the dragon as he was too curious and Eren recounted all the details as he knew his uncle wouldn;t give up otherwise. Of course, he hid all the conversations regarding him being the regressor, since he didn't want his family to know that fact.

With a playful banter between the duo, they reached the Pendragon barony in no time.

"Hans will be escorting Eren, so he will be safe. Don't worry honey."

Hubert said, pulling back his wife who refused to let go of Eren.

"The next time we meet, let's have a spar. I will be expecting you to grow even more."

Huges said with a smile, ruffling his nephew's hair.

"Definitely Uncle."

As he bid farewell to his family, the carriage awaited, to carry him back to the life he had temporarily left behind.

Hans, steadfast and reliable butler of the Pendragons, stood by, ready to guide Eren's journey. The embrace of family tightened for a final moment, love and longing mingling in the air.

As the carriage set forth, Eren gazed out at the peaceful expanse before him. The scenery unfolded like a painted tapestry, each brushstroke a testament to the beauty of the world he sought to protect. In the midst of this serenity, Eren found his heart aflame with determination.

Much had transpired since the day of his regression, and the path ahead was yet untrodden. Lessons had been learned, truths uncovered, and a new mantle of responsibility assumed.

Eren's identity had transformed, no longer the simple Mercenary Eren, but now the heir of the Pendragons and the apostle of the death god, Eren Pendragon. With resolute conviction, he pledged to shield the peace he had rekindled, to unravel the webs of intrigue that enshrouded his past, and to safeguard his loved ones at all costs.

As the carriage rolled onward, Eren's gaze remained fixed on the horizon, his spirit aflame with the unwavering determination of a man reborn.

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End of Volume 01 - Rising Flames and the Haunting Past.

With this chapter the volume 1 of the novel is completed and from the next chapter we will start a new volume, Volume 02 - The Secrets of Yalindor.

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