Chapter 127 Avatar of Harmony (5)
Fitran stood before Juliet—his quiet teacher who had spoken little from the beginning, yet held fragments of Neo-Gamma within him. His body was half crystal, half memory. In his eyes, the reflection of a future yet to come shimmered faintly, like a shadow trapped between time and space, waiting to be unveiled. Neo-Gamma was not just an ordinary fragment; it was an ancient artifact discovered in the ruins of a world before the great devastation, a relic from the past that concealed the deepest secrets about the relationship between the energy of life and memory.
The history of Neo-Gamma began with hidden research beneath the majestic city that now lay in ruins. Ancient scientists, known as the Guardians of Memory, created this fragment with the purpose of preserving the essence of the human soul through the energy of life—a type of mana that flows throughout the universe, connecting everything with the pulse of existence. In their world, mana was not only a source of magical power but also the vital heartbeat that animated creatures and objects. This energy permeated the environment, flowing through secret channels that could only be sensed by those with special senses or advanced technology.
Within Juliet's body, Neo-Gamma resides like a crystalline core, emanating a soft glow beneath her pale skin. Although Juliet's appearance remains unchanged—her serene face and wise eyes—hidden behind her calm demeanor is a heavy burden. As the first researcher to successfully understand and manipulate fragments of Neo-Gamma, Juliet holds the highest position within the gamma scientist community. She is not only a teacher or a scientist but also the guardian of humanity's collective memory, striving to prevent the world from repeating its past devastation. Through her studies, Juliet paves the way for humanity to consciously and responsibly harness the energy of life.
"Here, take this," Fitran said, his voice calm like a curse inscribed in the sky, yet laced with a subtle hint of jest. "Just don't make me say you have to be the owner of the magical pumpkin fragment, okay?" He threw a faint smile, attempting to ease the tension that always accompanied the use of Neo-Gamma's power. For others, this touch might last just a moment, but for Juliet, it serves as a reminder of her past, filled with a mix of pain and hope.
He touched Juliet's chest with the tip of his fingers, where light twinkled and small cracks formed intricate patterns that danced within the fragments he protected. There lay the pulsating energy of life, connecting everything that had ever lived, while simultaneously threatening to erase long-held memories if mishandled.
"What are you doing?" Juliet exclaimed, abruptly covering her chest, her tone laced with both astonishment and a hint of anger. "I just got married," she continued, her usually calm voice now heavy with the weight of concern for the boundary between her personal life and her responsibilities as a researcher bearing a significant task.
"Sorry, sensei, I got carried away. It just reminded me of the old times," Fitran said with a chuckle, attempting to ease the tension with a lighthearted joke. "You should know, I'm actually a little jealous of Romeo-Sensei for being able to mesmerize everyone around you." He shot a sharp glance at Juliet, waiting for a reaction from his stubborn mentor. "The aura of a married woman is quite powerful," Fitran added.
"I'm still upset," Juliet said, looking at Fitran with eyes that conveyed determination and a hint of humor behind her silence. "If you want something, just say it without physical contact. I'm not crystal that's easily shattered, but I'm not your toy either." Her tone was soft yet authoritative, highlighting her crucial role in maintaining the balance of life energy and human memories.
"And it seems like you've changed," Juliet remarked, noticing Fitran beginning to smile. "You must have just talked to Rinoa," she added.