The Ancients World

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~~~(POV: Cera Adamo)~~~

~~~(Location: Safari Lands, The Continent Of Alforza)~~~

~~~(Time: 6:30 PM)~~~

I dive down from our high altitude, and we level out before reaching the village. I spread my wings out and come to a complete stop. We're right outside the village, and I notice the most prominent building here is a Player Cathedral. This is a good sign.

However, we haven't gone unnoticed. A few kids have seen us land, and they quickly rush back into the village. The distinctive dark skin of the children shows how long the people indigenous to this area have been living under the sun.

"You see it too?"

A simple nod from me is all Sally needs. We eventually make it into the town, and people are staring as we walk by. I doubt this place has any shops since it's so small.

That doesn't mean there isn't anyone who has the answers we seek. After a few minutes of walking slowly, we make it to the center of the village. We're not alone as we get here. There are men and women dressed in armor.

They're ready for a fight. In the center is a tall and buff man, likely the leader of the village. He draws his sword and points it in our direction. They don't know who I am, which I can use to my benefit.

This place is cut off from the rest of the world. At least, the Kingdom it's a part of. Instead of reacting in an equivalent manner, I slowly raise my arms to the side of my head.

Showing that I surrender. Sally follows suit, and some of the people across from us relax a little. But the leader still has his blade drawn. I'm not going to hurt these people. They don't know any better. They're as innocent as they can be.

"We're not here to hurt anyone. We just want information. The name of the Kingdom we're in, and the village we're in would be a great help."

All the warriors remain stoic as I slowly talk. In truth, they might not know anything. But the Player Cathedral in the village tells me another story. They know we're players. That much is certain. We look nothing like them, so it makes sense.

They're not responding to my announcement of no hostility. There is a chance they don't understand me. If that's the case, this is gonna be much harder than I'd want it too.

"Can you understand us?"

Sally asks the question before I can. They don't react at first. But after a couple of seconds, a woman with a crazy-looking headdress comes from the crowd. She's almost naked and covered in tattoos. She slowly steps forward and is in the middle between us, the group of warriors.

"We understand. Far from where you belong, white ones. These lands are not suited for the people of great civilizations. The fact you've survived this long is a testament to your strength."

From the sounds of it, the kids that saw us haven't told anyone that I can fly. There are many ways I could play this. I could lie to them and get the answers that I need, or I can be honest. It'll take longer to do it the honest way.

However, I don't know how they'd react if they found out we lied. I don't want to end up killing anyone here. That's not why I came.

,m "That's good. I'm glad that we can communicate. In truth, traveling in these lands isn't that difficult for us. We're just a little lost. If you can point us in the direction of the nearest city, we'd leave you alone."

I step forward slightly as I talk, and more weapons come out as I do. But the tattooed lady raises her hand. Signaling the people shouldn't move.

"There is something very different about you. I see it when I look at you. The air... The ground... They sing and weep in your presence. Who are you? No mortal man has an effect on such elements."

These people are more in tune with the world around them. I don't know what she means by the air and ground singing and weeping. I also don't know if she's the only one that can see this. It's safe to bet she is. No one else has given any proof they can.

"It's safer for all of you if you remain unaware of who I really am."

This tiny village can't protect itself from the monsters and people that are in the shadows watching me. It's better if they remain in the dark about me.

"We'll be the judge of whether or not we should know. Speak."

That's counter-intuitive. But I don't see any other way out of this while avoiding bloodshed. They're ready to defend and die for the safety of their village. They perceive me as a threat to that.

"Fine, but don't say I didn't warn you."

I toggle my wings back on, and they come out of my back. They have the same golden look and glow. The same intimidating aura. Some of the villagers step back and try to brace themselves for a fight. Most people fully draw their weapons.

The lady that's been speaking on behalf of the village starts to walk toward me. After a second, she starts to walk around me. Inspecting my wings for the most part. I'm glad Sally isn't making a thing out of this. Given how naked this lady is.

"You're not a mortal, but one of Divine blood. We've heard your name on the wind and in the water. Raduerial."

Again, the truth that's unknown to me comes back to bite me in the ass. They all see how unhappy I am at being addressed in such a way. Not using my real name, or perhaps they are using my real name. But I don't want to think about that.

"You dislike being called Raduerial. You've gone by many names, but in the lands where all life started. You're known by the name you were given at birth."

Sally moves closer to me as I flex my wings and reach for The Witness. Prepared for battle. I do not want to hurt anyone here, but when I hear that name, I get angry.

"Stop calling me that."

The edge and anger in my voice make it clear I'm not messing around. The lady takes a few steps back but with confidence. She smiles and spreads out her arms.

"This is a cause for celebration. The last time our home was blessed by a Divine one was time uncounted before."

Sally and I both look around, confused, as everyone does a 180 in their attitudes. Everyone puts their weapons away. Cheering and dancing with each other. The lady has her eyes locked on the two of us, and I feel she knows more than she's letting on.

The fact she knows about Raduerial is already a red flag, but to say that a Divine one has been here before is alarms going off in my head.

"What do you think we should do?"

She leans in and starts to whisper.

"We play along, they're the only place miles around that have information that could help us. But if things start getting weird, we'll make a quick exit."

The last thing I want to do is find myself in a trap. While it's unlikely, I'm getting a weird feeling from this.

"Come, we'll head to the spice lane."

The lady walks forward and holds out both her hands for Sally and me to take. I don't know what this spice lane is, or what we'll do once we're there. I've never even heard of spice. I don't know what they're planning to do.

People this remote and small have strange customs. I wouldn't doubt spice is some kind of drug or hallucinogen.

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A/N: Below this line, I'll be keeping Cera's player information. That way, I won't have to place it into the story above anymore. It takes about 180 words up.

[Slayer (Zern) Lvl.237][Tier-4]

[Exp: 72/100%]

[Title: The Son of Arch-Angel Michael (Hidden)]

[Stats] [Strength - 7095][Endurance - 7045][Dexterity - 7215][Speed - 8240][Focus - 19,660]

[Mana aura control: 6/100%]

[Health: 76,560,000,000/76,560,000,000] [Mana: 216,600,000,000/216,600,000,000]

[Stat Points: 440] [Armor rating: 500]

[Inventory] [Dice of Wayland (Divine)] [The Witness (Legendary Sword)] [Fenrir's Whistle (Divine)] [Camping gear] [Fishing poles 2x] [Festival Garbs 2x] [4x EXP Boosts] [Princess Saliandra's Panties (Black Lace)] [Desert Warrior Nomad Set (Rare)]

[Passive Perks]

[Inheritor of the Sword] [Son of Heaven] [Slayer of Evil] [Holy Willow Trees Savior] [Finder of Legends] [The Divine who has Legend] [Destined for Greatness] [Dungeon Diver] [An Overachiever]

[Active Skills]

[Heavens light Lvl.74 325/7400] [Protected by Heaven Lvl.74 225/7400] [Slash Lvl.92 4600/21000] [Parry Lvl.68 85/6800] [Double Strike N/A] [Kingslayer N/A] [Raging Machine N/A] [Winged Glory] [Angelic Flight] [Divine Pressure Exertion] [Divinity Pulse] [Controlled Fun] [Aspect of Transportation (Legendary)]