Chapter 164: The Return of the Disasters
As my body finished receiving the divine blessings granted by the gods and goddesses of this realm, I felt an immense surge of energy flood every corner of my being. A tidal wave of power washed over me—warm, radiant, and overwhelming. My limbs felt lighter, my heartbeat steady, and my soul... sharper, brighter.
Once I had fully processed the blessings, I slowly opened my eyes with anticipation.
This is it. I’ve done it. The Trial of Blessings must be over.
I was ready—ready to move on to the final trial. Ready to complete my main quest. Ready to become a true hero of the Braveheart Kingdom.
But... something felt off.
As my vision cleared, I realized—I was still standing in the Spire of the Forgotten Goddess.
I looked around. The gods and goddesses who had blessed me were still there... but instead of joy or celebration on their faces, I saw confusion.
"...Huh? You’re still here?" Flareth muttered, puzzled as he inspected me from all sides. "That’s strange. The trial should be over..."
"This doesn’t make sense," Zarion added, rubbing his chin. "He’s already received eight divine blessings. That should’ve completed the Trial of Blessings."
"What... exactly is happening?" Aqualia asked, her voice tinged with concern.
Solis, the Sun God, looked up at the sky, his expression serious. "There’s only one explanation. This may be... the will of the Almighty One."