Chapter 200: Adam's worries

Fray stood in his office, surrounded by maps and documents, mentally preparing himself for the imminent journey to the Enshrouded Hollow Forest. The weight of the upcoming expedition hung heavy on his shoulders, mixing both excitement and a hint of apprehension within him. As he contemplated the challenges ahead, a familiar figure stepped through the doorway, catching his attention.

"Adam, you still don't knock," Fray remarked with a hint of amusement in his cold voice.

Adam smirked, stepping further into the room. "Well, you were the one who asked for me," he quipped.

Fray gestured for Adam to take a seat. "I appreciate you coming."

Adam sank into the chair, his gaze fixed on Fray. "I heard you want to go to the Enshrouded Forest," he began, his tone filled with worry.

Fray's expression remained resolute," Yes, I have something to do there "

"Fray, you know I don't normally intervene in your decisions, but this idea isn't good," Adam said with a firm expression.

Fray met Adam's gaze with calm certainty. As he answered "I understand your concerns, but I need to go," he replied, his voice holding a hint of determination.

Adam's hands clenched into fists. "You don't understand. I've been there before. It's a place where nightmares come to life. The dark mantises portal hail from the Enshrouded Hollow Forest. The monsters and dangers that lurk within that place are beyond comprehension."

( this is the first time I see Adam like this, it seems that he really suffered in that place ) Fray's gaze remained steady, his voice filled with curiosity. "If the dangers are as grave as you say, then why did you venture there?"

A haunted expression swept over Adam's face as he delved into his past. "I was driven to the brink of death, on the edge of despair. Desperation led me to the Enshrouded Hollow Forest, seeking answers, seeking power. I faced unimaginable horrors, barely escaping with my life. Fray, that forest has a way of claiming souls."

Fray took a step closer, his hand finding its way to Adam's shoulder. "I appreciate your concern and your warning. But I have to go, and don't worry, I will be fine."

Adam's eyes flickered with a mix of resignation and determination. He watched as Fray retrieved a small, glace-like device from his office and handed it to him. Confusion etched across Adam's face as he examined the device.

"This is!?" Adam began, his voice trailing off in uncertainty.

"Try it," Fray urged, a glimmer of hope in his eyes as he produced a similar device of his own.

As Adam hesitantly clicked on the device, an unexpected chain of events unfolded. Fray's device vibrated, alerting him to an incoming call. Without hesitation, Fray accepted the call, holding his device steady as Adam watched in awe and confusion.

"Use your energy in it," Fray instructed, his voice steady and certain.

Adam complied, pouring his energy into the device as instructed. To his astonishment, his energy seemed to disappear into the device, leaving him momentarily perplexed. But just as he began to question the outcome, Fray's device illuminated, Adam's energy now emanating from it.

"This!?.." Adam's voice trailed off in amazement, realization dawning upon him.

Adam exited Fray's office. As he walked through the corridor, lost in his thoughts, he was suddenly brought back to the present as he came face to face with Montaser

"Adam, did you meet the Master?" Montaser inquired.

Adam nodded. "Yes, I did. He seems determined about his journey."

Montaser's eyes narrowed, studying Adam's face intently. "Yes, I know," he responded, his voice filled with a hint of understanding.

Curiosity got the better of Adam as he said. "You don't seem concerned. I thought you would try to stop him."

Montaser paused for a moment, contemplating his response. "Well, I had a feeling that this journey would be good for him," he finally replied, his voice carrying a mixture of hope and uncertainty.

Adam raised an eyebrow. "And what if it wasn't? He finally started to open up. It's possible that this journey will have a negative effect on him."

Montaser eyes reflected his deep surprise as he contemplated the potential consequences. "Wait! Are you worried about him? This isn't like you," he remarked, his voice filled with genuine surprise.

Adam with a calm expression. "Fray has proved himself more than once, and as he once said, he has gained my respect. Of course, I will be concerned about him," he admitted, his voice tinged with a mix of admiration and worry.

Montaset's gaze softened, his concern mirrored in Montaser's eyes. "I know what is scaring you, but Fray is different from his grandfather. He won't die easily. Trust in his strength and determination."

The Next morning...

Fray and Montaser stood at the entrance of a small, inconspicuous room nestled in the backyard of the Palace. The air hung heavy with anticipation as Montaser turned the key in the lock, unlocking the door. With a creaking sound, the door swung open, revealing a sight that left both men in awe.

The room was filled with a kaleidoscope of countless insects, their delicate wings fluttering in a synchronized dance. Rays of sunlight filtered through the windows, casting ethereal beams upon the swarming creatures. The sight was mesmerizing, the air alive with the soft hum of tiny wings.

A thick aura of energy enveloped the room, hitting Fray and Montaser like an invisible force. They could feel the intensity of the energy pulsating through their very beings, awakening something deep within their souls. It was as if the insects themselves held a hidden power, their presence a conduit to an ancient force.

Fray stepped forward, his eyes tracing the intricate patterns formed by the insects in mid-air. He could sense the raw energy emanating from them, a sensation that both fascinated and intrigued him. As Fray extended his hand toward the insects, a wave of energy surged through the room, intertwining with his own aura. The insects responded, their flight patterns shifting in an intricate dance as if acknowledging his presence.

( They had developed successfully ) Fray ' thought as he witnessed the insects' remarkable transformation. The swarming creatures began to swirl in a mesmerizing vortex, their tiny forms merging together. From the center of the vortex, a surge of energy erupted, expanding and taking shape.

Before Fray and Montaser stood two towering insect monsters, each standing tall with eight eyes gleaming in the sunlight. The monsters' colossal frames were armed with menacing axes, radiating an aura of power and strength. It was a sight that both captivated and sent a shiver down their spines.

As the two insect monsters stood before them, Fray remembered the information he got about the cemetery army as he know that their evolution would continue until something called the Cemetery King emerged. And The evolution of the army depends on the power contactor. That's why their development follows Fray's manner Of being in battle.

Fray looked at the second monster that stood beside Nahl as he said " I will call you Vorax from now on "

Vorax, stood at an impressive height, reaching nearly ten feet. Its exoskeleton gleamed in shades of midnight blue and obsidian, lending an air of mystery and darkness to its appearance. Vorax's eight eyes, positioned in a circular pattern on its head, glistened with an otherworldly luminescence, each eye capable of scanning its surroundings with uncanny precision.

Massive wings adorned Vorax's back, their translucent membranes pulsating with a vibrant energy. These wings, though seemingly fragile, held within them the power to carry the monster through the air with remarkable speed and agility. The serrated edges of the wings suggested a deadly capability, hinting at their potential as weapons of both offense and defense.

Vorax's upper limbs terminated in long, razor-sharp claws, their metallic sheen betraying their lethality. Each limb possessed a dexterity and strength beyond human comprehension, capable of rending through the toughest of armors or delivering devastating blows to its adversaries.

"GRRR" As Vorax heard his name he let out a loud joyful roar before it followed Nahl's steps and knelt in front of Fray