Dream
As the blinding light faded, my consciousness returned to my original body. The World Tree quietly held its energy within, and the rainbow-colored aurora had vanished. The sky was clear and blue as usual, and I could hear birds chirping. It felt as though I had just woken from a magnificent dream. Yet, deep within my heart, I felt a sense of certainty. I had understood the full meaning of the Words of Creation. The Librarian gazed quietly at me. “How was it?” he asked in a gentle voice. “…I understand,” I replied slowly. “The Words of Creation were the ultimate music, describing the laws of the universe. And by playing that music, the world is created and sustained.” “I see…” The Librarian nodded quietly. “It took you a long time, but you’ve finally arrived at that answer. However, this is only the beginning.” “The beginning…?” “To know the Words of Creation is to bear the responsibility of wielding that power. That power can be used to save the world, or to destroy it. You must always consider how to use it wisely,” the Librarian says with a serious expression. “And from now on, new trials will surely await you.” I don’t yet know what trials those words imply. But I am prepared. I have overcome countless trials up to this point. As an immortal, I have nothing to fear. “No matter what trials lie ahead, I will face them head-on,” I declare forcefully. The Librarian smiles again. “That is a good attitude. But don’t try to shoulder everything alone. Sometimes, it is necessary to trust your companions and ask for their help.” I nod. The Guild Master, the Historian, the Guardian of the Sea, and the Forest Spirit… The people and beings I have met so far are my cherished companions. With their help, I will protect the future of this world. “Then, let us move on to the next step.” The Librarian thrusts his staff into the ground. “We must find a way to return the World Tree’s energy to this world. To do that, what we need is…” As the Librarian spoke, he pointed toward a massive crystal orb standing quietly at the base of the World Tree. A faint symphony of the cosmos resonated from the orb. It was a slightly different melody from before—a more complex and profound tone. Could this crystal orb be the key to the next trial? I quietly approached the crystal orb. Its surface seemed to reflect the stars of the universe. It was the beginning of a new adventure. I took a deep breath and reached out toward the crystal orb. In that instant, the energy emanating from the orb enveloped my entire body.
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