Pearl of the Deep Sea
The ship is approaching the shore, rocked gently by the waves. The Pearl of the Deep Sea glows quietly on the deck, and the Star-Shadow Iron seems to reflect the stars of the universe. The special clay from the deep sea possesses a mysterious viscosity, and I still have no idea what it might be used for. The Sea Spirit’s Shell transmits a warm sensation from my breast pocket.
As land comes into view, sounds completely different from the silence of the deep sea—such as birdsong and the sound of waves—reach my ears. I breathe in the fresh air and bask in the sense of liberation from the deep sea. The coast, where white sandy beaches meet lush green forests, is a beautiful scene straight out of a postcard.
After mooring the ship at the beach and unloading our cargo, I hear a strange noise coming from deep within the forest. Driven by curiosity, I step into the forest.
The trees tower overhead, blocking out the sunlight and casting the forest in a dim light. At my feet, various kinds of plants thrive, including rare flowers and mushrooms I’ve never seen before. The air is filled with the scent of earth and a faintly sweet, mysterious fragrance.
As I venture further in, I spot something glowing deep within the forest. Upon approaching, I realize it is a massive crystal cave. At the entrance stands a stone monument engraved with unfamiliar characters. The script resembles that of the ancient Atlantean civilization, though it is slightly different.
A gentle singing voice drifts out from within the cave. The melody is like the song of a forest spirit—a soothing, peaceful tune that heals the heart. As if guided by the singing, I step inside the cave.
Inside, a vast space covered in crystal stretches out before me. The crystals shimmer in a variety of colors, creating a fantastical scene. And in the center of the cave, a beautiful woman is seated. She wears a white robe, her long hair flowing freely. Countless luminous creatures dance around her.
As soon as she sees me, the woman smiles and says, “Welcome, Mitamu. I have been waiting for you.”
I approach her. “Who are you…?”
The woman slowly stands up and says, “I am the guardian of this forest. I knew the purpose of your journey. There is something I wish to tell you.”
After a long silence, the woman began to speak quietly. “You have attained a complete understanding of the Words of Creation, but there is still something missing for you to wield that power.” Her words resonated deeply within me. What on earth could be missing?
I showed her the Deep Sea Pearl, the Star-Shadow Iron, and the Deep Sea Clay. “Do these items have anything to do with what is missing?”
The woman nodded slowly. “That is correct. Using these items, you must create a new instrument. That instrument is meant to wield the power of the Words of Creation more powerfully and with greater precision.”
A new instrument… What kind of instrument could it be? And what exactly must I do to create it? The woman’s words filled my heart with new questions and, at the same time, anticipation for a new adventure.
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