Chapter 36
The Celestial Realm was nothing like the mortal planes. Above, rivers of starlight coiled around floating landmasses, glowing with primordial power. Obsidian mountains pierced the violet skies, and great gates of golden flame shimmered ahead like a divine mirage. Zephyr stood upon the edge of a skybridge formed from crystallized essence, the scent of burning ozone in the air. Behind him, Zahra, Seraphina, Mira, and Elara flanked his sides, each bearing new battle garb gifted by the system.
[SYSTEM NOTIFICATION](Ding)
Welcome to the Celestial Realm.
Primary Objective: Defeat the Seven Celestial Demon Warlords.
First Target: Vraxxus, Warlord of Chains and Despair.
Location: The Hollow Fortress, East of the Echoing Sky.
Warning: This realm is unstable. Strength restrictions lifted.
—System Support Online—
Zephyr clenched his fists. "Vraxxus... that name reeks of suffering."
Elara stepped forward, her golden glaive humming with energy. "I’ve heard of him in ancient lore. A warlord who feeds on hopelessness. They say his fortress is built atop the bones of fallen angels."
Seraphina’s eyes narrowed. "Perfect place for a welcome party."
Mira, floating beside them on ethereal winds, whispered, "We’ll go together. But we must tread carefully. Each warlord controls a fragment of the Celestial Path."