Chapter 518: Volume 12: Blazing Demonic Flames - 9: Encirclement
The following days should be the most relaxing ones for Komer, though the whereabouts of the stone pendant that could stabilize Lome’s mind remains unknown. Yet this did not dampen Komer’s spirits, after all, even sacred artifacts can be reforged, but some things like friendship, love, and fate—if lost, can never be retrieved.
With Eve’s declaration of "I do," the doors to Komer’s long-sealed heart suddenly crack open, as if once more able to absorb the warmth of the brilliant sunshine. His mindset, unlike at any other time—even Vero’s presence fails to offer the same invigorating freshness.
To Komer, Vero resembles a tranquil spring; light and lingering, like green water flowing over bluestone, never fading. Yet, Eve brings an indescribable, gentle calmness, with a hint of light-heartedness as if breathing life into Komer’s very being, making even the skies of Prague seem much clearer in his heart, washed in azure and bathed in liquid sunshine—as if he had become much younger all at once.
Komer even noticed that his memory regarding magic had become extraordinarily clear, as his mood dramatically shifted. Things that once required much thought now easily came to mind. He knew this clarity was due to an unexpected surge in his spiritual power, breaking through a level he had struggled with, advancing into new heights and significantly improving his spiritual magic as well.
"Huh? He’s here, Komer, I can feel it—the Elf Thief is nearby!" Havier’s body tensed, his murmur transforming into a shout as his gaze darted around, indicating he had sensed their target was close by.
It was his natural gift that allowed him to survive among the thieves of the North. Though he had since reformed, this extraordinary ability hadn’t diminished. If the crowd weren’t so dense, he’d be able to pinpoint the thief’s location instantly.
They were in the central area of the Morsonas Monument District, where tourists had packed every nook and cranny to watch the magic competition. The area was so crowded that even moving was challenging; despite sensing that their target was within fifty meters, they stood amidst a sea of people, hundreds upon hundreds packed tightly together—how could one spot the thief in such conditions?
Komer was out with Havier and Bayezid, not worried about safety for the moment. Grace and Burianos needed to recuperate, their injuries healed but requiring reinforcement. Komer had prepared two secret concoctions to help them expel the stagnant inner qi and recover their condition quickly.