Steampunk: Sixth Era Epic-Chapter 649 - The Impact of the Earthquake
Chapter 649: Chapter 649 The Impact of the Earthquake
Chapter 649: Chapter 649 The Impact of the Earthquake
“So, what exactly is the ‘Eye of Death’ referring to? An eye that naturally possesses special abilities related to death? Or does it mean possessing a Demon Eye? Or could it be an Arcane Technique related to death and eyes?”
At eight o’clock in the evening, in the second-floor living room of the Shard Family, Iluna stood by the window with her arms crossed over her chest, looking outside, while Luviya was sitting on the sofa with a teacup in her hand. Shard was sitting on a small sofa on one side, holding a cat, as he talked about the Fragment of Poem Chapter.
“It’s hard to say, and although we can narrow the search range with the current Fragment of Poem Chapter, our current suspects still seem unable to be ruled out.”
Shard held the cat with one hand, and raised a finger with the other:
“First is Sister Delphine from the Eleven Rings, who has personally claimed that she can see through the secrets of a soul with just her eyes, and send them on their way;
Then, there’s that boy I have yet to meet who’s suspected to be a swindler. It’s said his eyes can see the exact time and manner of a person’s death. If this is true, then he meets the criteria;
Lastly, there is our friend, Priest Augustus. Although I haven’t asked him, I am almost certain that his eyes must also hold a power related to death.”
“Doesn’t that mean none of them have been ruled out?”
Iluna turned around, leaning against the wall. The purple-eyed Diviner put down her teacup:
“But at least it’s a useful clue.”
“How’s your collection of coins going? Aside from the Blood Coin and the Standing Coin in my possession, how many coins do you have now? Luviya was right this morning; our progress is way too slow. I bet that the Church of the Five Gods has already become close to touching upon the true identity of the third Chosen One.”
Shard inquired.
“The day before yesterday, there was an incident in the city. After dealing with it, I obtained an Unclassified Level Relic, the Dragon Blood Coin, which I remember is said to be a cursed coin tainted with dragon blood. Then, I got a Relic from the church: the Diviner’s Silver Coin. Although it’s a currency-type Relic, its main function is Divination.”
Iluna stated while retrieving a small cloth bag from her pocket.
“We better not use that up carelessly.”
Luviya cautioned.
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“So, we currently have four coins in total.”
Shard summarized, which was much more pressing than when they were searching for the Chosen of Darkness:
“However, what was the deal with the earthquake near Sicarl Mountain yesterday evening, I mean, on Sunday?”
When referring to this matter, Iluna’s expression became serious:
“I have already received a message from the church. They have opened up all the data of Midshire Fort to me. According to the investigation, last night’s earthquake, which occurred around 6:50 PM, was related to the Unclassified Level Relic ‘Interstice of Life and Death’ beneath the Sicarl Mountain Region. The power of death caused instability in the Whisper Element, which then impacted the real world. According to information corroborated by the neutral Circle Sorcerer Organization, ‘Spiritual Practice Order,’ it was confirmed as a precursor to a death outbreak. The Whisper Element, bearing a massive Spirit, struck the Interstice, which in turn affected the real world.”
“Were there any other effects besides the earthquake?”
Luviya asked.
“Yes, there have been many. Recently, many Undead have escaped the Interstice to the real world through this accident. However, due to the bindings of the Interstice itself, these Undead cannot leave the Sicarl Mountain Region. Additionally, due to the near loss of control of a Level Zero Relic, the balance of the Four Elements has been severely disrupted, so it is possible that more Relics may appear in the area within a short time.”
This was the impact caused by the enrichment of the Whisper Element, a part of the higher studies related to the Four Elements, and even related to the study of Aether Mechanics that the doctor had learned.
“Shard, the Church of the Five Gods has already managed to suppress the quake through a ritual. But be warned, not only will there be an increase in Undead and Relics, but all Undead in the area will become stronger due to the leakage of death.”
Meaning, in the coming period, the Undead encountered in the Midshire Fort Area might not be defeated so easily.
“I understand.”
Shard nodded.
“Additionally, there were some minor influences that affected all boundaries between life and death in the material world last night. This is the true omen; the issue has become very serious. The Church has notified me to pack my bags; I’ll probably depart this week and head to the Midshire Fort Area.”
It was only at the end that Iluna said this:
“On one hand, it’s for the sake of the third Chosen One; on the other hand, it’s hoped that by leveraging the power of the ‘Balanced’ Chosen One, we can participate in the grand Divine Ritual about to be held in that region, temporarily balancing the forces of life and death.”
“That works. If you’re in Midshire Fort, I can take you to touch the statue in the basement of the Ruined Tower, so you can travel between the two places at any time.”
Shard said, while Luviya asked:
“Iluna, how does the Church plan to transport you to Midshire Fort? A week’s journey by train? Steam Hover Zeppelin? Or use transcendental means to cross space directly?”
The Steam Hover Zeppelin is the pinnacle of this era’s Steam Industry and the result of collaborative effort between the two great kingdoms and the Church of Creation. Shard had seen pictures in books, and they perfectly matched his perception of the Steam Age and steampunk aesthetic.
Steam Hover Zeppelins haven’t been put into commercial use yet, but the Church definitely has some.
“Floating airship. Assuming we don’t encounter any severe extreme weather, the journey should take about two days.”
Iluna said, moving from the window to sit down on the sofa, casting a glance at Mia in Shard’s arms, who was looking utterly relaxed.
“Not space transfer and not immediate departure means that things haven’t reached the final moment yet.”
Luviya nodded, her violet eyes fixed on the air in front of her, pondering these issues:
“So, has the Church told you about the third Chosen One?”
“Not yet, but they have revealed that the third Chosen One is key to resolving the impending death outbreak.”
“Look, these two troublesome matters have overlapped.”
Shard murmured quietly:
“This Sunday, I will meet the boy who can see death. Then I’ll get in touch with Priest Augustus to inquire about the secret of the eyes. As for Sister Delphine… I’ll think of something else, my relationship with that nun is not bad after all.”
“It seems like I’m the only one who’s feeling useless again.”
Luviya lamented from the sofa, but compared to the emotional outburst when dealing with the second Chosen One, she was much calmer now.
“Don’t say that, we just don’t have enough coins in our hand. After I meet that boy, and then see Priest Augustus, you can use two or three coins to divinate whether I met with a Chosen One that day, just like when I met Daknis at the Pink Rose Inn.”
Shard leaned back on the sofa, his thoughts turning to Miss Black and Miss White, and the memories of them Mr. Pasolo had:
“Moreover, the trouble in Midshire Fort is likely not just limited to the Chosen One and the Interstice of Life and Death.”
“What else is there?”
Luviya tilted her head, looking at him.
“My old friends, from times long past.”
“Oh?”
Both Iluna and Luviya looked at him, aware that the era of the Time Key differed from the present by an entire Epoch.
Luviya hesitated before saying:
“This time it won’t be another baffling witch suddenly appearing to kiss you, will it?”
