Chapter 30: Countdown
"To all amateur daemonists, please gather in the hall immediately after breakfast, before you go on your first mission. Thank you."
Shaan woke up instantly as he heard the announcement over the loudspeaker inside his room. Today was his last day on Earth... At least until he could complete his mission.
In the middle of the night, the midnight gate portal would appear and take him to a mysterious world he had never seen before. His feelings were mixed. On one side, he was happy because he could at least experience the battle inside the dark realm, but he was quite anxious because he would face something he had never seen before.
Still, he knew there was no point in worrying too much. He had trained hard, studied everything he could about the Dark Realm, and honed his meditation skills. Sure, he hadn’t unlocked a personal skill yet—unlike most amateur daemonists—but at least he was prepared. Prepared to face whatever awaited him beyond the Midnight Gate.
"I guess I’d better get ready to go to the main kitchen for the last time."
After walking for a while, he finally arrived at the main kitchen. The atmosphere in the main kitchen was filled with other Daemonists, but somehow it was very quiet and lonely. There was no sound of laughter or boisterous conversation that could be heard every time he entered the main kitchen.
Shaan then walked over to the food rack and picked up his usual breakfast. But this time, he decided to challenge himself by adding a few pieces of minced meat covered in spicy sauce—something he had always avoided during his time here. It was the only dish he deliberately stayed away from because of its intense heat, though it remained a favorite among most amateur Daemonists.
"Woah! Oof! This is way spicier than I expected."Shaan quickly grabbed a nearby drink and took a long gulp. "Damn, how can people enjoy something like this?"
’All amateur Daemonists are requested to gather in the main Hall now. There is something to be announced regarding your first mission. Thank you.’
"Well, looks like some of the others have already left the main kitchen. I’d better finish my food soon."