Infinite System Inheritor Return From The Abyss

Chapter 162: Chapter 162: Dungeon in Mall

Nymira walked deeper into the cave and easily passed through the heavy miasma. Each step felt lighter as she got closer to the source of the darkness. Soon, she stood in front of a massive crystal that pulsed with dark energy.

Taking a deep breath, Nymira stepped forward and pressed her forehead against the cold surface of the crystal. She closed her eyes and let the crystal absorb her mana. It hurt, but she pushed through the pain.

As she channeled her mana into the crystal, she felt the heavy miasma begin to retreat. The dark energy started to fade away. Outside the cave, the beasts that had been berserking slowly regained their senses.

The dark mist swirled around her, but Nymira stayed focused. She wanted to cleanse the sanctuary of the dark influence. With each moment, the heart responded to her mana, glowing brighter with each pulse. The miasma shrank further, pushed back by her will and the returning spirits of the beasts.

As Nymira kept giving her mana, the crystal changed. The dark energy began to disappear, replaced by a warm light. The more mana she gave, the more the heart transformed, moving from a dark, scary presence to a source of hope.

Chapter: A New Beginning

As Nymira finished channeling her mana into the crystal, she fell to the ground, breathing heavily. The cave was now calm, and the heavy miasma had disappeared. One by one, the beasts began to enter the cave, their eyes shining with excitement as they saw her.

"Thank you, Nymira! You saved us again!" one of the bird beasts called out. Some of the other beasts nodded in agreement, their expressions filled with gratitude.

Nymira felt a rush of energy as some of the beasts gave her their mana to help replenish what she had lost. Other bird beasts flew in, bringing sacred water hidden deep within the cave. This water was known for its ability to restore mana.

Feeling her strength return, Nymira let out a powerful roar, and the sound echoed through the cave, making all the beasts excited.

"You're all my family," Nymira said, her voice warm and filled with love. "Even if you're not my blood relatives, we are still family. I promise that I will protect you all, okay?"

The bird beast that had spoken earlier replied, "We're really thankful you came. Now everything is back to normal!"

Just then, several foxes ran over to Nymira. In her Fenrir form, she was large and fluffy, and they cuddled against her. The other beasts made way as Dashiell approached, his ears and tails down.

Nymira could see the guilt in his eyes. He probably remembered what he did, she thought. Knowing that Dashiell hadn't meant to attack her, she leaned down and licked his face and head gently. It was her way of saying it was okay; she forgave him.

Feeling her affection, Dashiell's tail started to wag, and his ears perked up. He jumped around, excited and happy, nuzzling against his mom. The other beasts watched, their hearts filled with joy, knowing that peace had returned to their sanctuary. They were safe again, and Nymira was there to protect them all.

After regaining her strength, Nymira and the beasts left the cave together. The sunlight streamed through the trees, filling the area with warmth and light. As they stepped outside, Nymira took a moment to look around and ensure that everything was calm.

"I need to make sure this never happens again," She focused her energy and began to create a powerful barrier around the cave. The air shimmered as the barrier took shape, sealing the cave from any outside dangers.

Once the barrier was complete, Nymira pulled out the special crystals that Seojun had given her before. He had explained that these crystals could permanently store mana, and they would be very useful in case the heart ever ran low on energy again.

Carefully, she placed the crystals around the cave's entrance. "These will help," she said to the other beasts. "If the heart ever needs more mana, it can draw from these crystals."

As she finished placing the last crystal, a warm glow surrounded the area, and the barrier pulsed with energy. The beasts cheered, feeling the safety of their home restored.

"Now, The sanctuary is safe with or without me," Nymira declared, smiling at her family of beasts.

Seojun sat in a quiet café in the 2nd floor of the mall, wearing a mask he had used during the PvP in the U.S. This time, however, it had a different function. The mask created an illusion, making him look like a different person, his voice and with white hair. He glanced around the café, ensuring no one recognized him.

[Host, you look like a creep,] his system remarked, breaking the silence.

"Shut up, system. I'm just making sure that mom is safe with that guy," he replied, his eyes fixed on a table three tables away.

His mother, Seoyang was seated with a man wearing a cap and a mask. Seojun watched as they laughed and chatted. He felt a twinge of jealousy seeing her so happy.

[See, host? You really are a creep,] the system teased.

"Quiet, they're leaving," he said, his heart racing. He quickly stood up and follow them.

[Host, please approach Lady Seoyang and ask her] the system urged as they walked behind his mother and the man, who had his arm casually draped over her shoulders.

"Are you that obsessed with my mother? Just wait, I want Mom to tell me who he is and what their relationship," Seojun murmured under his breath.

[I'm not obsessed; I just admire Lady Seoyang,] the system replied, slightly defensive.

"Denial. You were so happy when you told me about some of mom's adventures with you,"

[Please don't accuse me, host,]

Seojun took a deep breath. He had to know if this guy was trustworthy. "What if he's a bad person? I can't let anything happen to her," he thought.

Just as Seojun was about to call out to his mother thinking that he should ask her, a loud alarm blared through the mall. A red warning screen suddenly appeared above him, flashing brightly.

[WARNING! WARNING!]

A-RANK DUNGEON HAS APPEARED. ALL NON-AWAKENED PERSONNEL EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY!