Chapter 53
The six jewels emitted a dazzling brilliance. Each color harmonized with the others, creating an overwhelming spectacle of light that demanded attention.
It was a beauty that could steal one’s breath.
But that radiance was neither warm like sunlight, nor gentle like moonlight.
Red shivered.
A sickening, unnatural chill crawled across her skin, and the sinister pressure from the gems made her hairs stand on end. Her body began to freeze as if it were sinking into ice.
As the jewels’ horrific mana clung to her, faint waves of negativity rose within her—just enough to break her concentration.
“These gems... they’re the most valuable treasures I possess. Each one carries a special meaning—and power to match. But I suppose none of that matters to you.”
The energy gathered by the jewels swelled even larger.
How much bigger could it get?
But just as immense power always came with a cost, the mana was taking a toll on Midas too.
Cracks began to appear across his face with sharp, audible creaks.
Still, Midas didn’t stop. He kept pouring his magic into the gems.