Chapter 30: Beginning of the Ascension
The body of Aziz still hummed with the remnants of the ascension. The pure energy that had awakened inside him seemed to continue pulsating through his skin, as if it had merged with the world around him. His breathing was still heavy, but his eyes were calm.
He rose with elegance, balancing only on the tips of his toes, as if he were floating. Behind him, Astrid and Isis watched him in silence, proud. Without needing to exchange words, the three of them made their way to the chambers, where they put on more suitable clothing. Nothing luxurious, just something practical and worthy of someone about to present a new face to the world.
Shortly thereafter, Astrid together with Aziz and Isis stepped into the magical circle on the floor, activating the teleportation circuit that connected them directly to Stella’s Palace.
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In the palace, Stella, seated in her reading room, immediately felt the arcane pulse. Her golden eyes slowly opened, a faint smile forming on her lips.
"Hm... finally."
She stood up and, with graceful steps, walked toward the reception chamber of the circle. When she arrived, the silvery light of the teleport faded, revealing the familiar figures. Astrid, elegant as always, Isis with her provocative air, and... Aziz.
She blinked, surprised for a brief second.
"So he came... five years have passed, and this is the first time I’ve seen him outside that place."
Even already expecting his evolution over time, Stella couldn’t help but admire the change.
"He’s grown... and very well. What an impressive young man."