The Two Kings

Revenge of the Spider Queen, Part 2

A/N: Okay, I'm done with this. Time to sleep. *Collapses*

The gang had barely agreed to trust Red Son when he immediately began preparing for their journey to the Celestial Realm. With swift, practiced movements, the fiery demon traced intricate symbols onto the ground, the designs flowing together in a mesmerizing web of circles and runes. When the last mark was complete, the symbols ignited, flames crackling and dancing along the edges.

"There," Red Son declared, stepping back with a triumphant grin. "Done. You're welcome."

"So... how exactly does this work?" Tang asked, leaning in to squint at the strange symbols.

Red Son groaned, tossing his head back in frustration. "If I tried to explain interdimensional travel to mortals with your intellectual... limitations, it'd melt your brains!"

"We don't have any other options," MK said, stepping forward with resolve. "We have to trust him."

"Great motivational speech, Noodle Boy," Red Son said with a roll of his eyes. "Super inspiring." With that, he slammed his hands onto the ground. The circle flared to life, glowing brighter as fiery energy raced outward, encircling the Dronecopter. The ship began to hum and glow with the same golden light.

"Uh, are we sure mortals can, y'know, travel to the Celestial Realm?" Tang asked, his voice rising with anxiety as he peeked out from behind Sandy.

"Of course they can!" Red Son snapped, impatiently waving his hand.

"Safely?" Pigsy added, his tone skeptical.

"...Probably."

"PROBABLY?!" The gang shrieked, but before anyone could object further, the portal roared to life.

The world around them seemed to dissolve into chaos. Wind howled and swirled, nearly knocking Mei off her feet, while blinding light engulfed them all. The sensation was disorienting, like being yanked through a whirlwind of fire and light.

Then, as suddenly as it started, it stopped.

When the gang opened their eyes, the sight that greeted them stole their breath away.

The Celestial Realm was like nothing they'd ever seen. A vast, endless expanse of clouds stretched beneath their feet, so soft and pure they seemed unreal. Golden arches and cobblestone streets gleamed in the radiant light, sprawling across the sky in every direction. Crystal-clear fountains sparkled, their water flowing with an almost magical rhythm.

At the heart of the realm stood a magnificent castle, its golden gates shining like the sun. Towering spires rose high into the sky, and the entire structure seemed to hum with divine energy.

At the center of the Celestial Realm stood a magnificent castle, its golden gates glinting as if carved from sunlight itself. The towering spires reached high into the endless sky, exuding an aura of unshakable power. The entire landscape was a dreamlike mix of soft clouds and shining gold, alive with an otherworldly hum.  

Tang's eyes widened in awe as he took in the breathtaking view. "The Celestial Realm..." he breathed, his voice filled with wonder.  

The serenity of the moment shattered when Pigsy cut in. "So, some special pills, a fancy peach, and a furnace. Where are we gonna find these things?!"  

All eyes turned to Red Son. He opened his mouth, then hesitated, a flicker of unease betraying his confidence.  

"Red Boy doesn't know!" Mei gasped, appearing behind Red Son with a grin, her teasing tone cutting through the tension.