LOGINLia's footsteps gradually disappeared among the trees, while the light of the camp behind her grew weaker and weaker.The air inside the forest was colder away from the fires.The smell of blood still lingered in the air, mixed with the scent of damp wood and burnt energy coming from the Pattern Modifiers that had been heavily used during the battle.Lia walked quietly without using her maneuvering equipment.Her eyes moved silently between the trees.That thing was still there.She could feel it clearly.It was following her.But it was not approaching.She finally stopped beside the trunk of a massive tree and raised her gaze toward the darkness ahead."Are you only going to watch?"Silence followed.The wind passed quietly through the branches.Then—Slow footsteps sounded from behind her.Lia did not turn immediately.Only one presence.No... not human.The mana surrounding it was clearly distorted.She finally turned around.And the giant appeared.But this time, it was not as en
The ground shook even more violently this time.The trees deep within the forest began falling one after another, while the sound of heavy footsteps echoed through the woods, causing the soldiers to freeze for a brief moment.Leonard tightened his grip on his sword."Defensive formation! Move!"The corps members reacted immediately despite the chaos, but the tension was obvious on every face. Some were still gasping from the previous battle, while others hurried to stop their bleeding before the new threat arrived.The power units on their backs ignited with flickering blue light.The Pattern Modifier activated.The metallic bracelet attached to their wrists glowed faintly, while the transparent energy lines extending toward the collar around their necks began pulsing faster.Their perception of the world slowed for a few moments.Movement paths appeared among the trees and shadows.Then—The giant finally emerged from the heart of the forest.Silence fell for a full second.It was la
The military convoy moved out with the first light of dawn.Long rows of soldiers left the northern gate of the city under the watchful eyes of the guards standing atop the walls. The sounds of horses, clashing weapons, and the heavy footsteps of the fighters filled the stone road leading outside.Lia walked calmly among the corps.Her black cloak moved lightly with the cold wind, while her hand remained close to the hilt of her sword the entire time.Leonard was at the front discussing something with the other commanders, while the soldiers behind them spoke in unusually low voices.Everyone felt that this mission was different.Not only because of the number of Titans.But because of the strange activity that had been detected in the northern region during the past few days.After several hours of traveling, the landscape gradually began to change.The trees became denser.The air grew heavier.Even the sounds of birds disappeared completely.Lia stopped for a brief moment before ra
Lia woke up early as usual. Dawn had only just begun to appear. She quietly got out of bed and walked toward the window. She took a deep breath of the cold, refreshing air before heading directly to the sink. She washed her face with cold water, then stood in front of the mirror for a few moments. She clearly cared about her appearance, even though she never removed her mask, not even at home, except when absolutely necessary. She ran a comb through her short red hair, carefully arranging it until it looked neat and orderly. Then she put on her corps uniform. A simple dark combat outfit embroidered with her squad's emblem, along with a light coat suitable for movement, and a belt carrying her dagger and essential tools. Finally, she put on her mask. After finishing, she checked her appearance one last time in the mirror, turned off the light, and left the house. The road to the base was quiet as usual. She arrived without delay and entered through the gate without anyone sto
The sound of the bells echoed violently throughout the church. Once. Twice. Then a third time. It was not an ordinary alarm. It was a signal of lockdown. A sign that something had entered... and would not leave easily. Silence settled for several brief seconds after the echo faded. Then— Footsteps. Heavy, organized footsteps began approaching from behind the walls. Lia immediately narrowed her eyes. That rhythm... Not clergymen. Not church guards. But trained soldiers. The man emerged once again from the hidden door, wearing the same calm smile. But this time, he made no attempt to hide the darkness flowing through his veins. He said quietly, "It seems this has become more troublesome than you expected." Lia did not answer. She was looking at the stone corridor behind him. Then— The first person appeared. Dark black armor. A short cloak bearing the emblem of a silver dragon. And a long sword fastened at his waist. Then the second.
Lia put on a long black coat and another mask completely devoid of any decoration.No symbols.No silver threads.Not even an insignia indicating her rank within the army.Simple black clothes suitable for her "inspection trip."She slightly lifted her short red hair and hid it beneath the hood of her coat. Then she secured the small dagger near her waist before looking at her reflection in the mirror for a few moments.Calm.Cold.And unremarkable... at least on the surface.She extinguished the lamp and left the house immediately.Night had already begun to gradually swallow the city, and the cold air drifted through the narrow alleys with an unsettling quietness. The streets were not entirely empty, but the movement had become lighter than usual.Lia walked without hurry.Her eyes silently observed everything.The closed shops.The guards stationed near the main roads.And the people who avoided speaking loudly about the recent events.Fear had already begun to spread.And that was
Lia disappeared among the dense trees, her breathing ragged, her blood leaving a clear trail behind her."Damn..."she whispered quietly, pressing a hand against her wound, trying to stop the bleeding.But—The thunderous sound of heavy footsteps shook the ground once again.She froze.It wasn't ju
Damian was certain that Lia would be delighted to receive his attention...Especially after he had agreed to bring her to his side.He had planned to cast aside his pride and confess his feelings for her on their wedding day.That was what he had been thinking...Before he heard her voice echo acro
Lia was no longer holding back. She activated the base of her cultivation and shot out of Estia. If she returned to her wing and they saw the formation Max had left there, it would become a huge problem. She would escape no matter the cost... She had to leave now, before it was too late. The
In the Fifth World, asking to postpone marriage had a different meaning...For example:“I have someone I love other than you, and I only want to marry him.”Because of this...Every family whose daughter dared to make this outrageous request...Was burned alive along with all its members...And of







