The chariot rumbled down the marble-paved royal road, golden banners flapping in the wind. Caelen sat beside Lyra in silence, his silver hair swaying with the breeze. His mismatched eyes—green and blue—reflected the sprawling city that slowly gave way to grandeur.
In the distance, the palace emerged like a god's fortress carved into reality. Towers stretched toward the heavens, made of crystal-white stone laced with veins of glowing blue mana. Floating runes circled its highest spires like orbiting stars. Walls made of shimmering silver glinted under the sun, guarded by statues that moved ever so slightly, as if alive. A waterfall of light cascaded from the main gate, mana flowing like liquid across its runes.
Caelen leaned out the window, his eyes narrowing.
"The kingdom of Valeriandria," he muttered to himself, breathing in the rich, clean air. "Ruled by the King... and his daughter, Lyra Flameborne."
He smiled faintly. "This brings back memories."
"Caelen?" Lyra's soft voice snapped him from his thoughts.
He sat back just as the carriage halted at the grand obsidian gate. Two massive statues, carved in the image of flame-winged lions, loomed above them. Their eyes flared red.
BOOM. The gates swung open slowly, groaning like the earth itself had moved.
A royal guard ran toward them, bowing low as he extended a hand to Lyra. She took it gracefully, her golden hair glowing under the sun. She stepped down in elegance.
Caelen slipped down from the other side, quiet as a shadow, brushing invisible dust from his coat.
Together, they walked toward the palace, their silhouettes framed against the glowing entrance.
Inside the grand hall, armored knights and nobles knelt on one knee. The air turned heavier. Magic hummed through the marble, resonating like a heartbeat. The throne hall was vast—larger than most arenas—with obsidian pillars and floating torches illuminating arcane runes.
At the center, atop a staircase of black stone, sat Lord Arcturus Flameborne, the King.
The obsidian throne pulsed with dormant power, runes etched along its surface. The king's golden crown shimmered with living runes, his crimson cloak flowing like molten fire over pitch-black armor. His gaze alone made the air tense.
Behind him, a massive painting hung on the wall—two young girls, Lyra and another, smiling side by side.
Lyra rushed forward, her boots clicking softly. She leaned in and kissed the king's cheek.
"Father, we've brought the new Hero."
Lord Arcturus nodded, eyes shifting to Caelen. "Welcome to the royal palace."
Caelen bowed. "Thank you, my lord."
With a snap of his fingers, the chamber doors opened again. A priest in white and blue robes walked in, holding a glowing crystal the size of a melon. Its light pulsed gently.
The priest bowed. "This is a Class Affinity Crystal. Please place your hand on it to reveal your hero class."
Caelen stepped forward, unconcerned. "As expected."
He placed his hand on the crystal. Mana surged—wind howled around the room as the crystal began to glow fiercely.
VWOOOM.
The priest pulled back slightly, shielding his eyes.
The king leaned forward. "What's the result?"
The priest gasped. "He's... a Healer."
A moment of silence.
Lyra blinked, clearly startled.
The king grinned. "Excellent. A healer is exactly what we need. We've lacked one since Elian died in the siege."
Caelen smirked inwardly.
Is that what they told you? he thought.
He looked at Lyra. "Miss Lyra, it's bad to lie. Especially to your father."
The king rose slightly. "From this moment, you are crowned the Recovery Hero."
Caelen bowed. "It's an honor. I will fulfill my duties without fail."
"One week from now," the king said, "you will heal a warrior. Our kingdom's greatest swordswoman. Her arm was torn off fighting the higher ogres. We need her back in the field."
"Understood."
Lyra smiled. "For now, rest. If you need anything, just ask."
Caelen nodded. "Thanks, my lady."
He turned to the king, eye narrowing.
Now then... let's see how powerful you really are.
His left eye glowed—green light swirling like a vortex.
[Oculus Veritas – Activated]
[Scanning Target...]
[Analyzing Mana Signature...]
A golden wave exploded outward from the king.
BOOOOOM.
Caelen stumbled back a step. His vision blurred.
A system panel shot open:
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[System Alert]
Target's Authority Level exceeds current scan capacity.
Identity: [Redacted]
Power Rating: [Error]
Class: [Unknown]
Level: ???
> Target possesses superior magical resistance, bloodline protection, or system shielding.
> Oculus Veritas is too weak to penetrate this target's veil.
Upgrade Required: Eye Level II or Essence Link with a Rank-A or higher individual.
---
Caelen's eye dimmed.
"Tch... so there are limits."
He felt eyes on him. The king's gaze—sharp, precise—landed on him for a breath.
Caelen froze. Sweat traced his jaw.
Then the king looked away.
He noticed.
Caelen exhaled slowly.
"Alright... noted. Not someone I can peek at just yet."
Lyra tugged at his sleeve. "Come. I'll show you your quarters."
He bowed once more and followed.
They reached a grand door lined with silver vines and red roses.
"This is your room," Lyra said, pushing it open.
The inside glowed with soft mana lights. Velvet carpets, silk bedding, shelves of old tomes, and a window that looked over the capital.
Caelen sat on the bed.
"Do you like it?" she asked.
He smiled. "Yes."
"Then rest well. You must be tired."
She left, closing the door gently.
Caelen's smile vanished. His expression turned cold.
He stared out the window. "This place... fake smiles. Hollow words."
His mind echoed with the king's words.
"Strongest swordswoman… ripped arm... I'll need regenerative healing. But first..." He stood. "Time to build tolerance."
He slipped out of his room like a shadow. The palace corridors held no secrets to him.
He reached a hidden grove near the alchemy gardens. Rows of glowing mushrooms and drug-bearing plants shimmered under starlight.
He knelt. Uncorked a violet vial. The air stank of poison and magic.
He drank.
Agony.
His veins screamed. Mana twisted inside him. His pupils dilated. His breathing hitched—but he didn't fall.
He embraced it.
His eyes flared—green and blue light piercing the dark.
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[System Notification]
You have ingested Class-C Toxic Compound: Duskmire Mycoweed (Laced).
> Current Resistance Level: [Intermediate]
Neural Resistance Increased
Toxin Tolerance Increased
Hallucinogen Adaptation Progress: 64%
"Through pain comes preparation. Keep going."
New Trait Unlocked: [Minor Poison Immunity]
Certain low-grade poisons and drugs now have reduced or nullified effect.
---
Caelen exhaled a stream of white mist.
He smiled through the pain. "One day… none of this will faze me."
His legend had just begun.
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The Kingdom of Valeriandria.
A land draped in golden skies, where towers kissed the heavens and mana flowed like wind across the earth. The chariot rolled through the outer gates, the wheels grinding against stone, drawn by twin horses with manes of white fire and hooves that shimmered with faint arcane runes.
Inside the chariot, Caelen sat beside Lyra—princess of the kingdom, heir to the Flameborne bloodline. Her silvery braid danced behind her as the wind tugged through the open windows.
Caelen looked out.
The palace finally came into view.
It was massive. Breathtaking. Not just a structure—it was a symbol. The Obsidian Citadel, heart of Valeriandria. It rose from the cliffs like a dark crown. Blackstone spires twisted into the skies, crowned with flaming banners that never burned out. The main gate was carved from dragonbone, laced with molten gold that shimmered in moving patterns—living runes passed down by the ancient mages. Waterfalls of crystal-clear mana spilled down the sides of the palace, filling channels that powered the city below.
Caelen inhaled sharply.
"This… this brings back memories."
He whispered those words like a ghost of his past clung to the air itself. He smiled faintly, lost in thought, before Lyra gently nudged his shoulder.
"Caelen?"
He turned, sitting back as the horses slowed. The main gate loomed before them—tall as giants, guarded by knights in crimson armor.
With a loud creak, the gates swung open.
A guard sprinted forward, kneeling before Lyra and extending his hand. She accepted it with royal grace, stepping down like a queen in training.
Caelen, ever the shadow, dropped down silently on the other side of the chariot, landing with barely a sound. Together, they walked into the palace.
The inside was even more majestic. Enchanted braziers burned with cold fire, and massive portraits of the royal lineage adorned the marble walls. The floors shimmered like starlight. Soldiers, servants, and nobles bowed as they passed.
And then… they entered the throne hall.
A long hallway stretched before them. At its end stood Lord Arcturus Flameborne.
He sat atop the High Obsidian Throne—a massive seat carved from the heart of the Shadow Peaks, veins of lava-like crimson glowing beneath. His crown pulsed faintly with runes only the ancient kings could decipher. A heavy crimson cloak, like liquid fire, flowed over black dragonsteel armor that radiated with sheer, raw power.
Behind him was a painting. His two daughters, Lyra and her elder sister. Hung high above. Smiling. Almost alive.
Lyra rushed ahead and embraced her father.
"Father, we've brought the new hero."
The king's eyes softened slightly, lips curving into a faint smile.
"Welcome to the Royal Palace," Lord Arcturus said, his voice deep and resonant—like a spell cast with words alone.
Caelen bowed. "Thank you, my lord."
The king snapped his fingers. A faint shimmer of mana rippled through the air.
From behind the throne, a priest emerged—hooded and old, his robe trailing behind, embroidered with holy glyphs. In his hands, he held a glowing crystal.
"This," the priest said, "is the Hero's Prism. Place your hand upon it. It will reveal your destined class."
Caelen stepped forward, calm.
'Let's just get this over with.'
He placed his palm on the crystal.
At first, silence.
Then—
Whrummmm!
A radiant light burst from the crystal—blue and green swirling like a miniature galaxy. The priest blinked, startled. He withdrew his hand.
The king leaned forward. "What's the result?"
The priest spoke carefully. "He's… a healer."
Lyra's eyes widened in shock.
The king smiled. "Excellent. A healer is just what we need. Since Elian died… the heroes have lacked healing support."
Caelen remained still, but inside, he smirked.
'That's the story they're telling, huh? Lies wrapped in noble silk.'
He turned his gaze to Lyra, voice light.
"Miss Lyra, it's bad to lie. Especially to your father."
Lyra tensed—but said nothing.
The king stood. "From this day forth, you are the Recovery Hero of Valeriandria."
Caelen bowed. "It's an honor. I will serve the kingdom well."
"One week from now," Arcturus continued, "you will heal a hero. The finest swordswoman of the realm. She lost her arm fighting High Ogres. She's refused to return to the battlefield since. We can't allow her talent to go to waste."
Caelen nodded. "Understood."
"For now… rest."
Lyra smiled warmly. "If you need anything, just ask me."
Caelen returned the smile, his tone polite. "Thank you, my lady."
But deep inside… the storm churned.
As the conversation shifted, Caelen's eyes flickered.
Green and blue stars ignited in his pupils.
[Oculus Veritas – Activated]
He turned slowly toward the king.
'Let's see what you're hiding, Your Majesty.'
A silent flash. His left eye sparked.
---
[Scanning Target...]
[Analyzing Mana Signature...]
BOOM—
A golden pulse slammed into his vision like a thunderclap. His head jerked slightly, pain lancing through his skull. His sight blurred. Static.
Suddenly—
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[System Alert]
Target's Authority Level Exceeds Scan Capacity.
Identity: [Redacted]
Power Rating: [Error]
Class: [Unknown]
Level: ???
Warning: Target protected by Ancient Bloodline, Arcane Resistance, and High-Level System Shielding.
Upgrade Required: Eye Level II or Essence Link with Rank-A or higher being.
---
Caelen hissed, pain ringing in his temple.
'Damn it.'
His vision returned. The glow faded.
The king's eyes—just for a second—met his.
A sharp gaze. Piercing. A predator noticing another.
Caelen froze.
Sweat rolled down his temple.
But then—Arcturus looked away.
As if nothing had happened.
Caelen exhaled.
'He noticed. But didn't act. That… was a warning.'
Lyra called him again. "Come, I'll show you your room."
He bowed to the king one last time and followed her down the corridor.
The palace stretched endlessly, halls like dreamscapes of magic and light. They stopped at a tall wooden door laced with silver vines.
"This will be your room," Lyra said, pushing it open.
Caelen blinked.
Inside was a chamber fit for royalty—gold-trimmed furniture, velvet drapes, crystal chandeliers, a bed so soft it could swallow a man whole. Enchanted paintings lined the walls. A balcony overlooked the city.
"Do you like it?" Lyra asked.
Caelen smiled, sitting on the bed. "I do. Thank you."
She gave a soft nod. "Rest well." Then closed the door.
Silence.
Caelen stood by the window.
The smile faded.
His face turned cold, eyes narrowing.
"Fake smiles. Empty welcomes. Just like before…"
He turned, heading out of the room and into the darker corners of the palace—where the herbs grew wild, hidden from servants' eyes.
Caelen moved like a shadow, steps silent, memory guiding him.
Shrubs. Fungi. Mushrooms of every hue. And in the center—a small stone table, vials resting on it.
He grabbed a violet vial and sat cross-legged.
Uncorked it.
Sniffed. Pungent.
Duskmire Mycoweed, laced with venom. Strong.
He downed it.
The effect was instant.
His body jolted.
Heart raced.
Veins burned.
Eyes widened.
But Caelen didn't scream. He breathed in. Controlled.
His hands clenched.
[System Notification]
You have ingested Class-C Toxic
Compound: Duskmire Mycoweed (Laced).
Current Resistance Level: Intermediate.
Neural Resistance Increased.
Toxin Tolerance Increased.
Hallucinogen Adaptation Progress: 64%
New Trait Unlocked: [Minor Poison Immunity]
"Through pain comes preparation. Keep going."
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Caelen exhaled, frost trailing from his lips.
His eyes burned bright, then dimmed.
He grinned in the sunlight.
"One day… none of this will faze me."
And in the shadows of the palace, where no one watched—the real training began.