The Titan Queen’s Summons
Samuel's POV
As was walking in the night.bI looked at the system and ask. "System show me current Quests."
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[Available Quests]
1. Claim the Forsaken Throne (Main Quest) Objective: Locate and activate the Throne of the Forsaken. Reward: +5 Levels, Forsaken King's Authority, Unique Skill: "King's Dominion"
2. Slay the Warden of the Forsaken (Combat Quest) Objective: Defeat the Forsaken Warden (Level 180). Reward: +3 Levels, Warden's Gauntlets, Title: "Warden Slayer"
3. Unseal the Abyssal Gate (Hidden Quest) Objective: Locate and interact with the Abyssal Gate. Reward: ???
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As I was thinking about which quest I should choose from two or three.
An another Notification popped up.
I stared at the notification, the glowing text hovering in front of me like a challenge.
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[Titan Queen Valeria summoned you after seeing what you are capable off.]
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I tapped my fingers against my Gauntlets of Abyss, thinking.
"Why does she want to meet me again?"
I had been fighting, traveling, and wrecking my way through the Forsaken Lands—which were technically still within her domain. Maybe she had finally taken notice of my actions.
Or maybe... she had other plans.
I smirked, selecting [Yes].
"Let's see what she wants."
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A Meeting with the Titan Queen
The moment I confirmed, the world around me shifted. My vision blurred as a sudden force pulled me forward, the familiar rush of teleportation wrapping around my body like an unseen hand.
In the next instant, I found myself standing in a grand hall.
"Tch." I steadied myself, my boots clicking against the smooth, obsidian floor.
The throne room was massive, made of black stone and crimson veins of energy pulsing through the walls. Huge titanic banners hung from the ceiling, displaying symbols I couldn't decipher. The atmosphere was thick with power, a weight pressing down on my shoulders—not overwhelming, but enough to remind me that I was in someone else's domain.
And at the far end of the room, sitting on an elevated throne, was her.
Titan Queen Valeria.
Her crimson eyes locked onto mine the moment I appeared, glowing like molten fire. Her long, crimson hair cascaded down her back, strands catching the light as if they were made of living flame. Dressed in an elegant yet battle-ready attire, her presence was both regal and dangerously commanding.
A smirk tugged at my lips.
"So, this is the Titan Queen, huh?"
She was powerful. That much was clear. But unlike the arrogant rulers I had dealt with before, she exuded confidence without the need for words.
I crossed my arms and met her gaze. "You called for me?"
She tilted her head slightly, amusement flickering across her face. "You don't kneel?"
I let out a short chuckle. "I don't kneel to anyone."
For a moment, there was silence.
Then she laughed—a deep, rich laugh that echoed through the chamber. "Interesting."
Valeria leaned forward slightly, resting her elbow on the armrest of her throne. "I have been watching your actions, Samuel Gebb. You are... different from the usual beings who wander into my domain."
I raised an eyebrow. "Yeah? And what exactly caught your attention?"
Her crimson eyes flickered with an unreadable emotion. "Your strength. Your recklessness. And your refusal to bow, even when facing forces beyond you."
I smirked. "Sounds about right."
She rose from her throne, stepping forward. The air around her rippled with sheer power, each step carrying the weight of someone who had ruled for millions of years. Yet, she moved with the grace of a warrior, not a pampered ruler.
"I want to test something," she said, stopping a few feet in front of me.
My smirk widened. "Test? You want to fight me?"
She tilted her head slightly, her expression unreadable. "Perhaps. But not in the way you expect."
Her gaze lowered slightly, taking in my form. The smirk on my face didn't fade—I had a feeling what this was about.
Before I could say anything, a familiar feminine voice echoed from behind her throne.
"I told you, Valeria."
I turned my head as another figure stepped into view—Aurelia.
She was casually sipping from a crystal teacup, dressed in her usual luxurious robes, an amused smile on her lips. "Every queen has a right to be satisfied at least once."
Valeria shot her a look, but Aurelia simply chuckled.
I blinked, then let out a short laugh. "Oh. This just got interesting."