Chapter 342: Return Home (II)
Chapter 342
Return Home (II)
The beach was clean--it looked as though absolutely nothing had happened on it, as though a tragedy was merely an act of imagination. While Cain, Quinn, Lear, and the twins sat some ways in the forest, resting in silence, more and more people were gearing toward the portal and entering it, leaving the world. Though in no particular hurry to leave, Cain had also planned to do so today at the latest, as he wanted to go back to Earth.
Though a part of him wanted to stay behind still and explore the Primal World further, he was directly told by the powers-that-be to go home and continue climbing normally. And even if he didnt understand why, he was obliged to listen, in part at at least to not incur their wrath.
The atmosphere in the group was hardly light, with everyone seemingly focused on something deep inside their minds. Cain absentmindedly ate some freshly cooked meat, occasionally watering it down with some ale, stroking Tegha that was lying comfortably on his lap. To his surprise, Domin had already made himself at home--nestling between Tegha and Cain, curling up into a strange-looking ball and seemingly falling asleep.
Im going to go home, Lear suddenly broke the silence. I mean, my home.
... while everyone looked at him with complex expressions, Cains was simple. Alright.
... youre not gonna stop me?
You could have just escaped, Cain shrugged. None of us here could have caught you. But you didnt.
... Im sorry, Cain, Lear said. I... Im all for adventure. Excitement. But...
Dont worry about it, Cain smiled faintly, understanding without needing to be told. Live a nice life.
My world is called Halandres, Lear said. If time ever comes for our atonement, come and find me.
Will do, the man stood up and, nodding toward everyone, turned into a bolt of lightning before disappearing. Cain glanced at Quinn who was staring at the fading figure.
You dont trust him? Cain asked.
I dont trust anyone, she replied. But you do. Thats enough.
Mighty nice of you, he said. What about you three?
Im coming, Quinn said.
Us too, the twins replied in unison.
You cant get rid of us that easily, Quinn joked halfheartedly.
Youll be sleepers for a while, Cain said, taking a sip. My world is well behind yours.
The passage through the portal was as was the arrival--at least for everyone except Cain. For him, it was quite literally like stepping through the doors. There was no discomfort, no waiting, no nausea--he took one step in, and within the second, he was back in the valley, surrounded by hundreds of preying eyes that were hidden in the surrounding crevices.
It wasnt a strange sight; similar thing often occurred around dungeon entrances in the past--hundreds would wait for what seemed like easy prey and steal their items. It looked for a moment like Cain was to become that easy prey, but Quinn and the twins arrived right then, and the aura of the thrice-Awakened immediately dispelled any straying thoughts. Even the bravest werent morons, apparently.
As such, the four left the valley without interruptions, flying out casually. Since Cain had no clue how to return home besides recharging the bead--which was only around halfway done since he didnt prioritize it, he handed the reins over to Quinn.
What? I dont know how to get us to your world, she said. I only know how to temporarily get us into a world with a Tower so you can ascend.
...
...
Oh, well, he sighed. Looks like well have to delay it for a few days. My beads not recharged yet. While I fully focus on charging it, can you three go farm us some potions, pretty please?
Alright, Quinn shrugged; it was better than sitting in a cave and doing nothing, at least. Where will you be?
Hmm... that rock, Cain pointed at the most open spire in the surroundings, clearly visible to everyone.
Youre evil, either Nature or Harmony said.
Charging the bead is boring, Cain shrugged. Ill need some entertainment.
Alright. Will five days be enough? Quinn asked.
Should be, Cain replied as both Tegha and Domin appeared on his shoulders, having just seemingly woken from their naps. Just blow something up if you need help.
Likewise.
See ya.
Good luck.
While the twins and Quinn left for the potion hunting, Cain slowly flew up to the exposed rock and sat down, Domin and Tegha looking around curiously, having both spotted thousands of eyes that descended on the tiny peak immediately.
Kekeke stupid human, everyone hates you now! Tegha gleefully noted.
Good! Domin exclaimed in excitement. This is how a man should be! Ha ha ha, great Domin will dominate the world, muhahahaha~~!!
... theres something seriously wrong with the both of you, Cain commented, taking out some snacks that Tegha enjoyed nibbling on. Domin, too, joined when he saw the cat eat away happily. Of course they hate me, they think Im an arrogant piece of shit whos too big for his diapers. And no, you wont dominate shit, little one. You cant even dominate me and you want to dominate the world?
No, you are the world! Domin exclaimed. I want to dominate not-world things for you!
... wow, Cain sighed. Youll fit right in, I guess. Thats all that matters. Yeah, thats all that matters...