Chapter 23: Obsidian.
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As they approached the source of the smoke, the ground trembled beneath their feet, and the air grew thick with a sulfuric scent. The volcano loomed before them, its molten lava cascading down its sides. Kurohito marveled at the sight, but he knew the dangers that awaited them.
"Be careful the ground may crumble..."
"Step each step cautiously..."
Kurohito said to Shio.
"Yes! Understood..."
Shio replied.
Cautiously, they stepped closer to the volcanic rock formations, their eyes fixed on the precious obsidian that adorned the area. Kurohito drew his sword, prepared to fend off any potential threats. But they didn't saw any.
"We found Obsidian, now let's mine it quickly and lets get out..."
Kurohito instructed Shio to mine the obsidian.
Just as they were about to start mining the obsidian, a fiery figure emerged from the lava pool. It was a Fire Spirit, its glowing eyes locked onto the intruders.
"You dare trespass upon my domain?"
The Fire Spirit's voice crackled, filled with both fury and curiosity.
Kurohito, undeterred, crouched three times and said.
"We come in search of obsidian..."
"We mean no harm to your realm..."
"We seek to forge an alliance in the Nether..."
The Fire Spirit's gaze softened, and it circled around them, its fiery aura flickering with intrigue.
"An alliance, you say? Few have ventured into the Nether with such intentions..."
"Prove your worth, and I shall assist you..."
The Fire Spirit beckoned them to follow, leading them through treacherous paths of molten rock and blistering heat. Kurohito and Shio pressed forward, their resolve unyielding.
"Are you sure we should follow it Kurohito-Sama?.."
Shio asked in concern.
"We have no other option..."
"First let's see what it does..."
Kurohito replied.
After what felt like an eternity, they arrived at a vast chamber filled with floating platforms above a sea of lava. The Fire Spirit turned to face them, its voice echoing through the chamber.
"To prove your worth, you must complete a series of trials..."
"Only then shall you be deemed worthy of the obsidian you seek..."
Kurohito nodded, his eyes filled with determination.
"We accept the challenge..."
"We will overcome these trials..."
Seeing Kurohito accepted so quickly Shio whispered.
"Why do we have to do this trial..."
"We're only here for obsidian and not to harm anyone..."
"Couldn't you have disagreed..."
Kurohito looked at Shio scared and worried face and trying to encourage her.
"Don't worry it's fine, we just have to pass the trial..."
"After which we can get the obsidian and head back..."
The trials pushed their physical and mental limits. They leaped from platform to platform, evading jets of flame and navigating intricate puzzles amidst the searing heat. Kurohito's leadership and Shio's agility proved to be a formidable combination as they tackled each trial together.
Finally, after overcoming the last trial, Kurohito and Shio stood before the Fire Spirit, their clothes singed and their bodies weary but unbowed.
"Finally we did it..."
"Now we can get the obsidian..."
Shio said.
"Yes! you're right..."
"Now let's get the obsidian and head back..."
Kurohito said.
Impressed by their resilience and teamwork, the Fire Spirit nodded in approval.
"You have proven yourselves worthy..."
"Take what you seek..."
With a wave of its fiery hand, the obsidian blocks Kurohito had yearned for materialized before
After enduring numerous trials and proving their mettle, Kurohito and Shio emerged from the fiery caverns, their bodies drenched in sweat and their spirits filled with a mix of exhaustion and determination. The Guardian of the Volcano observed their triumph with a nod of approval, acknowledging their resilience.
"You have shown great fortitude and determination..."
The Guardian spoke with a newfound respect.
"You may mine the obsidian you seek..."
With those words, the Guardian stepped aside, allowing Kurohito and Shio to approach the precious obsidian formations that lay within the volcano's domain. Together, they carefully wielded their diamond pickaxes, striking the hardened volcanic rock with precise motions.
The obsidian yielded to their efforts, shattering into usable blocks as they worked in harmony. The process was slow and deliberate, as they knew the value of each block they collected. Gradually, a small cache of obsidian accumulated, a testament to their perseverance.
As Kurohito and Shio completed their task, they took a moment to catch their breath and admire their hard-earned spoils. The obsidian blocks, dark and imposing, symbolized the challenges they had overcome and the path they were forging into the Nether.
Kurohito turned to Shio, a sense of satisfaction in his eyes.
"We have taken our first step towards forming an alliance in the Nether, Shio..."
"Now we get back and build the portal..."
Shio nodded in agreement, a spark of excitement igniting within her.
"Indeed, Kurohito-Sama..."
"Now, we must return to the kingdom and begin the preparations for constructing the nether portal..."
With a renewed sense of purpose, they carefully gathered the mined obsidian blocks, securing them in a reinforced chest for the journey back to Savan Kingdom.
As they retraced their steps, Kurohito and Shio navigated the harsh landscape of the volcano, their minds filled with plans and strategies. The journey back to Savan Kingdom was treacherous, as they encountered hostile creatures and faced unexpected hazards. Yet, they pressed on, their determination unyielding.
Finally they arrived at the kingdom, but what they saw there put them in disbelief.
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