Chapter 134. The Maiden Who Fell From The Sky
The sun hung high in the sky, an unforgiving orb of heat casting its golden rays over the vast, shimmering expanse of the sea. The noon light glared off the water’s surface, creating blinding flashes that made it difficult to look directly at the horizon. The sea seemed endless, stretching out in every direction with only the faintest hints of distant islands, barely discernible under the haze of heat.
A colossal ship sailed steadily through the mid-ocean waves, its massive sails catching the hot breeze that did little to ease the sweltering temperature. The deck was alive with activity as the crew members—sweat glistening on their brows—cast lines into the water, their hopes pinned on the chance of catching something worthwhile. Above them, seagulls and frigatebirds circled lazily, their cries echoing faintly against the rhythmic sound of the waves lapping against the hull.
Amidst the bustling crew, a little girl who looked no more than ten years old soared through the air, clutching tightly to the hand of Lily Gomes. Lily stood confidently on her flying sword, the wind tugging at her hair and clothing. A wicker basket was strapped securely to her back, swaying slightly as they glided through the air above the ship.
Silvia, the young girl, held a prana stone in her hands, its soft glow barely visible under the harsh sunlight. She looked at it with intense concentration, her brows furrowed in determination. Lily, ever watchful, stayed close, her presence a calming anchor as she guided Silvia through the process.
"Steady now," Lily murmured, her voice soothing and firm. "Focus on the stone. Let it guide the energy, and don’t force it."
Silvia nodded, taking a deep breath. She could feel the prana pulsing within the stone, a force just beyond her full control. Though Lily was an Aura user, She still made sure that nothing wrong happened. If anything goes dangerous she might stop it in the middle.
The air around them shimmered as Silvia channelled the prana, forming a delicate yet powerful magic circle on the surface of the water below. It glowed faintly at first, then grew brighter, etching itself into the sea’s surface. Silvia’s heart raced with excitement, but as the seconds passed, nothing happened. The sea remained calm, undisturbed by the magic she had woven.
Silvia’s shoulders slumped in disappointment. "I thought it would work..." she whispered, her voice small.
Lily landed gracefully on the deck beside her, kneeling to gently pat Silvia on the head. "You did well, Silvia. Magic doesn’t always happen immediately. Sometimes, it just takes patience."