CH 4. Unseen Threats

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[Pegasus Village] 4:11 PM ™

Scene: A peaceful village street, the sun casting warm rays over the cobblestone path.

After taking a brief rest, Ozil stood up, determination in his eyes. He decided it was time to venture into the village to recruit some skilled hands.

As he walked down the street, a familiar voice called out, "Hey, Brother Ozil! How have you been?" A skinny young man approached, his face brightening at the sight of his friend.

"Well, not much, Brother Sue. How's your health today?" Ozil replied, a smile crossing his face.

"Thanks to you, Brother Ozil! Last time you gave me a medicine pill, I was able to cure my mother. It's all thanks to you!" Sue exclaimed, gratitude evident in his eyes.

Ozil shook his head, humility shining through. "No, Brother, whatever happens, it's by the grace of the Lord, the unlimited being. I pray your mom returns to good health again."

Scene: They walk together, the village bustling with life.

As they walked, Ozil turned to Sue. "Hey, Mister Sue, can you help me with something?" he asked, fully expecting a negative response.

"Yes, please, Senior Ozil!" Sue's enthusiasm surprised Ozil.

Ozil's heart soared. "I need a few people to help me build houses and buildings. I want you to be one of my sect elders."

Sue walked alongside Ozil, contemplating his decision. "Is it good to join Senior Ozil on this journey? Guess what, Senior Ozil? I say yes! I'm in!"

A wave of happiness washed over Ozil. "Now we are partners!"

Scene: The two friends continue through the village, stopping at a food stall.

After a few moments of walking, Ozil bought some food for himself and Fern (the 7th Forest Dragon).

Ozil handed Sue a small piece of paper. "So, Mister Sue, please send them here tomorrow. Take this; it's my location and some gold coins."

Scene: The sun begins to set as Ozil walks home, deep in thought.

As he strolled through Pegasus Village at 6:13 PM, he pondered his next steps. Suddenly, he spotted two girls. They wore beautiful hanfu dresses—one in red and the other in white, while the second girl wore dark, embroidered red. However, their appearances were marred by signs of injury and exhaustion, as if they hadn't eaten in days.

 However, their appearances were marred by signs of injury and exhaustion, as if they hadn't eaten in days

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Pori Forest

Taenia Sung

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Ozil's brow furrowed with concern. He approached them. "Hey, you two. What's happened to you?"

The girl in the red dress quickly replied, "No, sir, it's nothing."
But the girl in the dark dress shot back, "It's none of your business; get lost."

Ozil remained calm, his voice steady. "I can't just ignore your suffering. Please, stay at my house for a while."

The girl in white accepted the offer, but the girl in black hesitated, her expression unreadable.

"You two are quite noisy," Ozil remarked, trying to lighten the mood.
"Shut up," the girl in black snapped back.

Scene: Inside Ozil's cozy home, the air conditioner hums softly.

Ozil led them inside, where Fern was already lounging on the sofa, enjoying the cool air.

"knock knock " Fern perked up at the sound of Ozil's arrival. "Oh, Senior Ozil, you're here!"

Ozil grinned, relieved. "You look well today, Fern. Just take care of these two girls while I make some cookies."

Scene: The atmosphere shifts as Fern exchanges glances with the two girls.

They sat across from each other, tension hanging in the air.

"Those two girls…" Fern began, her voice low, "What the hell are you doing here? All kingdoms are looking for you, and your brother wants to kill you."

"Well, the reason I didn't return to the kingdom," Fern explained, "is that I was sick after running for three days straight. This senior helped and saved my life from the red Demonic Elder, Dui Lon."

The girls gasped, their eyes wide. "What? That elder is known for mass murder, and he's incredibly powerful. What is this place? Everything feels so new."

"Don't touch them," Ozil interjected firmly. "Okay?"

"Do you guys know each other?" Ozil asked, trying to break the tension.
Fern nodded. "Yes. One girl is my sister, and the other is my fiancée."

Ozil's eyes widened in surprise. "What? Which one is your fiancée and which one is your sister? What are their names?"

Fern pointed. "The girl in white is my sister; her name is Pori Forest. The other one is Teania Sung. Both of them come from my homeland."

Ozil's expression brightened. "It's a family reunion! Let's call it a party!"

Teania shook her head, urgency lacing her tone. "Hold on! We're getting out of here now. They're all after your life, Fern!!"

Ozil's expression turned serious. This was no joking matter.

"There's nowhere else to go," Fern insisted. "This is the only place we're safe. Only the senior can help us."
"Ugh… Please, Fern, try to understand. There's no time to joke. I know you believe he saved your life, but it's a matter of the kingdom. One man can't defeat all of them."

Ozil stepped forward, determination in his gaze. "If they come here, it's my problem. You don't have to worry; I will protect you from everything. Can you share the story behind the attempts on Fern's life?"

Fern took a deep breath. "It's a long story. To sum it up, Teania was supposed to marry my second brother, but she chose me instead."

"That's the only reason my second brother hates me," Fern continued. "I also stole his precious item, which I lost."

Ozil nodded, understanding the gravity of the situation. "So that's what happened. No worries; I will ensure your safety. Just relax and enjoy this snack."

Scene: As they ate, something unexpected happened.

While munching on the snacks, the three girls suddenly felt a surge of power. Once at Level 4, they now found themselves at Level 5.

Ozil raised an eyebrow. "Pori seems quite… introspective."
Fern looked into Pori's eyes, assuring her. "It's okay."

Pori replied, "It's not like that, but talking between elders is a bad habit."

Ozil chuckled, amused by her seriousness. He applauded her, a warm smile on his face.

Scene: Suddenly, Mister Sue called out from the yard.
"Senior Ozil, where are you?"

Few note
Pori forest is shy girl and root dragon
She can control all plant root.
Teania is aggressive and very protective girl towards whom she feel near or close.
And she is sword saint immortal early stage.

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Early stage - level 1 to level 10.
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The picture are Not mine it's for reference

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