The Gate of Dimensions
The moment I stepped through the Gate of Dimensions, I was left breathless by the sight that unfolded before me. It was a strange space, unlike any world I had ever known.
Numerous moons floated in the sky, each glowing with a different color. The ground shifted in color like a kaleidoscope, and with every step I took, I felt a different sensation beneath my feet. The air was heavy and viscous, and with every breath I took, I felt an alien energy flowing into my body.
The old hunter, too, seemed overwhelmed by this bizarre sight. Keeping a watchful eye on our surroundings, he asked me, “Mitamu, where on earth is this…? Is this really the path to the Tower of the Star-Readers?”
I took out my compass to check our direction. But the compass needle swings wildly in all directions, pointing haphazardly—it’s completely useless. “It seems this is a place where the usual laws of nature don’t apply. Even the compass isn’t working properly.”
Just then, an orb of light begins to shine intensely right in front of us. As if it were alive, the orb leads the way, guiding us forward through the space.
Guided by the orb of light, we begin to walk through this otherworldly dimension. Strange creatures inhabited this space, staring at us with curious eyes. They had forms I’d never seen before and exuded a mysterious aura that defied description.
After walking for a while, a massive structure appeared before us. It stood so tall it seemed to reach the heavens, radiating an air of majesty. The structure was covered in geometric patterns that captivated anyone who looked at it.
“That’s the Tower of Star-Reading…!” I am speechless at the sight.
At the entrance to the tower, a massive door stands closed. Intricately drawn magical circles adorn the door, making it clear that a powerful barrier has been cast.
The orb of light stops in front of the door and urges us to enter the tower. However, the door is firmly shut and won’t open easily.
I approach the door and examine the magic circle. It is written in an ancient language, and I cannot fully understand its meaning.
“This magic circle appears to be a powerful defensive spell. It will be difficult to force it open,” I tell the old hunter.
The old hunter places his hand on the sword at his waist and glares at the door. “In that case, we’ll just have to smash it open by force!”
I stop the old hunter. “Please wait. If we force it open, the magic circle might go haywire and create a dangerous situation. We should proceed with caution here.”
I take out the Infinite Book and search for a description of the magic circle. The Infinite Book is a treasure trove of ancient knowledge, so it must surely contain information about this magic circle as well.
As I read through the Infinite Book, I discover how to deactivate the magic circle. It seems it can be deactivated by playing a specific melody.
I take out the Harp of Atlantis and begin to play the melody corresponding to the magic circle. The harp’s tones resonate through the space, resonating with the magic circle.
Suddenly, the magic circle began to glow and gradually lost its power. Finally, the door opened.
Together with the Old Hunter, I stepped inside the Tower of the Star-Readers. The interior of the tower was completely different from the outside world, enveloped in silence. And so, we set out on an unknown adventure.
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