Light and Shadow 13: Mortal Realm’s History

Light and Shadow 13: Mortal Realm’s History

I told them about my encounter with the hybris demons, but I kept the peculiar guy a secret. As a result, Mimi and Nana decided to leave the mortal realm immediately. The urgency of the situation was palpable as we discovered a swarm of hybris demons lurking everywhere.

The news from the Stanford Academy filled Mimi and Nana with apprehension, too. The hybris demons had become unusually aggressive again, posing a significant threat to everyone. Knowing that the hybris demons were actively searching for something only added to their growing concern.

Meanwhile, I wanted to talk to my guardians about that peculiar guy. I am certain he was surrounded by mystery, and I keep thinking about what happened to us at Stanford Academy. That spark and the connection I felt towards him were unsettling.

I couldn’t help but wonder if there was a deeper meaning behind it. It felt like there was a connection between us, something more than just a casual encounter. I couldn’t shake the feeling that this mysterious man was somehow connected to my guardians.

He might even figure out who I really am.

While I wasn’t concerned about him learning about me, I knew it wasn’t the right time yet. My guardians were the ones who should decide whether to reveal themselves to the world. After all, they were the ones who possessed the knowledge and wisdom to make such a crucial decision.

That guy posed a threat, but I also had a sense that he wouldn’t tell anyone about me. Or at least, I hoped he wouldn’t. His actions and demeanor suggested a certain level of discretion, a respect for privacy that I found intriguing.

I sighed as I decided to go downstairs to drink strawberry milk when I noticed Nana in the living room. She was sipping her coffee and reading some paperwork. She seemed to be preoccupied, but she was quick to notice me.

I was eager to discuss this with my guardians, hoping they could shed some light on the mystery surrounding the man. Perhaps they knew something about him that I didn’t. Or maybe they could explain the significance of the connection I felt towards him.

Yet my guardians remain silent until now.

Right now, the aggressive behavior of the hybris demons had created an eerie silence, casting a long shadow over the night. The air was thick with tension, while the mortals, unaware of the impending danger, went about their lives in blissful ignorance.

I knew some immortals had evacuated to the academy, seeking refuge within its fortified walls since they were the main targets. Others, however, had chosen to remain outside the fortress, their selfless dedication to protecting the innocent in secret unwavering.

These brave individuals were risking their own lives to shield the mortals from the wrath of the hybris demons. Those individuals are the knights, hailing from various realms, who had been deployed to protect the Mortal Realm.

Nana had explained to me that it was every realm’s duty, a sacred obligation, to safeguard the vulnerable mortals who couldn’t defend themselves against supernatural threats. The Mortal Realm is a unique place where immortals from different realms could coexist.

It was the only realm accessible to immortals from various realms, thus it was a constant target for malevolent forces. The lives of mortals were perpetually at risk, and the knights were the guardians standing between them and the encroaching darkness.

Unable to sleep, I turned my attention to the book in my hands. The words on the page offered a temporary escape from the grim reality. The book talks about the vast expanse of the Magic Universe, the Dominion of Mythosia stood as a unique and extraordinary realm.

Mythosia also has nine distinct realms: Luminous, Magimus, Alastair, Alchemy, Ethernalia, Eldoria, Pandora, Cassiopeia, and Lunaria. The revelation that the Mortal Realm was not a standalone realm but an interconnected part of the Nine Realms.

It explained why immortals from different realms could access its gate and why it was so vulnerable to threats from beyond. The Mortal Realm, with its delicate balance of mortal and divine energies, was a nexus point, connecting the ethereal and the mundane.

“A long time ago, these mundanes were originally immortals who had no magic abilities. To protect them during the Great War, they were sent to a land where they could be safe. This land, where they hid, eventually became what we know as the Mortal Realm,” I read aloud, the weight of history settling upon me as I continued reading. “Those who lacked magical abilities, the lifeblood of immortality, were destined to succumb to mortality. As time passed, the existence of magic within the Mortal Realm faded into obscurity, becoming a forgotten relic of a bygone era.”

As I pondered the implications of this discovery, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of empathy for the mundanes, for the mortals. They were the descendants of immortals who lacked magic, a forgotten lineage with a rich history.

The Mortal Realm, a sanctuary created for their protection, had become a haven for those who were vulnerable. The duty to protect the mortals was not merely a task but a sacred oath, a pact forged long ago by the immortals of the Nine Realms.

This sacred duty stemmed from a deep understanding of the interconnectedness of all realms and the vital role the Mortal Realm played in the cosmic balance. The mundanes, though stripped of their magical abilities, were still an integral part of the grand cosmic tapestry.

By protecting the mortals, the immortals were not only fulfilling their oath but also safeguarding the future of their own realms. As the knights stood watch over the Mortal Realm, they carried the weight of this ancient pact.

The revelation about the Mortal Realm’s history was a captivating discovery. To think that this seemingly ordinary world held such a profound and ancient history was astonishing. I couldn’t help but ponder how different my understanding of the world would have been if I had known this secret from the beginning.

It was fascinating to learn about the mundanes. This newfound knowledge shed light on the significance of the Mortal Realm and the crucial role it played in the cosmic balance. As I delved deeper into this history, I couldn’t help but feel a sense of awe and wonder.

Mortal Realm’s history was already fascinating, what more about the other realm?

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