From the crack in space, a breathtaking woman stepped out. Her alabaster skin seemed to glow, and her long blue hair cascaded down her back like a waterfall. Her slender legs and hourglass figure were highlighted by a stunning whitish-blue gown, with a thin layer of white fabric elegantly draped around her neck.
Her blue eyes were captivating, and her lips—full and inviting—seemed to silently command attention. Even her chest area, which was perfectly proportioned, added to her overall grace and allure. Fruity, who was usually calm and composed, suddenly felt his heart racing uncontrollably, something he hadn't experienced before.
'She's beautiful,' he thought, but on the outside, he kept his expression neutral, showing no hint of what was going through his mind.
"I believe 'no' means 'no,' Elders. Don't you agree?" the woman said as she descended gracefully from the heavens. Her voice was as icy as it was calming, an enchanting blend of authority and serenity.
The moment her feet touched the ground, the earth beneath her froze, spreading out into a stunning carpet of ice. She cast a calm glance over at Fruity, who met her gaze with a neutral expression.
It was finally happening. The Ice Princess he had dreamed of since he was ten was standing right in front of him.
"Ice Princess, with all due respect, this is a matter for the Ten Thousand Lightning Valley. I must ask you not to interfere," one of the elders said, trying to maintain his authority.
"Interfere? I'm not interfering. I'm simply here, just like all of you," she replied with an icy, yet composed, tone. She then turned her attention to Fruity.
"Little brother, what is your name?" she asked.
"Fruity," he answered, offering a small smile.
"Fruity? What a delightful name," the Ice Princess said, her smile warming her otherwise frosty demeanor.
"Tell me, Little Brother Fruity, do you want to join the Ice Palace?" the Ice Princess asked.
Fruity hesitated for a moment, turning to glance at his Uncle Monk. Although his uncle didn't say a word, Fruity could read his silent approval.
"Yes, I would like to join," Fruity said with a bright smile. 'One step closer to getting closer to you,' he thought inwardly.
"Well, that settles it. Fruity is now a potential candidate for the Ice Palace. I trust the Valley won't try to steal such a promising candidate," the Ice Princess declared, her gaze fixed on the seven elders.
"What?" Fruity, his uncle, and Aurelia exclaimed in shock.
The room fell silent after the Ice Princess's shocking statement. Fruity's eyes widened, and he looked at Aurelia and Uncle Monk, searching for any sign that this might be a joke.
Aurelia's face was pale, and she looked troubled. Uncle Monk's brow furrowed as he stared at the Ice Princess, trying to understand the situation.
"Why would everyone want to kill me?" Fruity finally managed to ask, his voice trembling.
"You, Fruity, have just awakened an Ice that shouldn't exist," the Ice Princess said. "Annihilation Ice is a forbidden ice constitution. It appeared only once many eons ago. I don't know much about it, but from what I've read in the Palace scriptures, Annihilation Ice is one of the Seven forbidden ice constitutions in the world."
She paused, letting her words sink in. "When I say 'forbidden,' it doesn't mean no one can awaken it. It's rare, but people have awakened it before. However, they didn't live long enough to use it. They were killed before they could grow stronger. So when I say you are in danger, I mean it.
People will want to kill you."
Fruity's heart pounded in his chest. "You're saying I'm a target?"
The Ice Princess nodded. "Yes, that's exactly what I'm saying. You shouldn't even trust me. I might be one of those people who could harm you."
Fruity felt a mix of fear and confusion. He glanced at Aurelia and Uncle Monk, hoping for some reassurance. Aurelia looked as if she was trying to process the gravity of the situation. Uncle Monk's face was serious, reflecting the concern he felt for Fruity.
"Is there any way to protect myself?" Fruity asked, trying to find a way out of this predicament.
The Ice Princess leaned forward, her eyes sharp. "There are ways, but they require powerful allies and knowledge. I can help you, but you must be cautious and trust no one easily."
Fruity took a deep breath, trying to steady himself. "What should I do next?"
"For now, go back with your uncle and try your best to grow stronger and faster. I have already taken care of the Seven Elders and wiped everyone who witnessed your awakening memory. Nobody will remember you. No one aside Me, your uncle, and Aurelia here"
"Big sister, please wipe my memory" The Ice Princess wasn't even done speaking when Aurelia spoke making Fruity frown.