Shaman's Flower
Yay! Chapter 2 is here! I was really busy and stressed these past few days so I was so happy someone appreciated my work.
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Chapter 2: The Maze of Trials
After Asakura Hao, the current Shaman King opened his eyes, he was sent from his realm to a brighter and a little greener place. He stared blankly at the sight before him, he was sent to a place where nature was abundant, trees, plants and bushes were found everywhere, rays of light shone from above the dark clouds to different places, the breeze was cold yet refreshing, that he would admit and just now, glowing birds flew away towards the luminous sky. The place was engulfed with the noise of animals and birds and there was even the faint noise of running water from afar.
He grimaced, what's with this place?
This is no battlefield. Heck! It's not even close to one, it was a scenery of a lively but secluded sanctuary that he believes owned by the Great Spirit. So, why did the messenger teleported him here of all places?
And he was wondering if he was able to fight against strong opponents such as the other seven shaman kings or much better, the game master itself. And he remembered the condition that if he wins the game he will be able to acquire that very pleasant and interesting prize.
'The most precious treasure of the Great Spirit itself.'
Ah, yes. An important collection of the powerful spirit. What kind of power would this lovely prize bear? What kind of enormous strength does it behold for him to acquire? Power, control and retribution. The words keep on lingering in his mind as if it's chanting it all over again. If he acquires more power, if he has more control…. he'll be able to pass judgment to those he defies his will and maybe, destroy the world along with the pests.
'What about your brother? His families? People you've met and connected to? Will you let them disappear?'
He was startled. Confused. A thought popped in his mind, a thought he would never ever, ever in his life thing about. He closed his eyes and mentally shook his head.
No, no, no… he does not! Never! No! He will never ever be attached to them! To those humans! To those worthless piece of shamans! To those….. people who foiled his plans, ripped out his reputation and…and…
"After meeting Yoh, you lost your ability to read people's mind."
"You wanted to see your mother, right?"
"I'm happy for you, Nii-chan!"
He clenched his teeth and heaved a long sigh. Too much thinking results to too many unnecessary thoughts and flashbacks.
Hao held his head high and started walking towards a path he believes would lead him to his awaited prize. As he continued walking to the deep part of the forest, he suddenly halted and glanced at his back. He murmured a spell and suddenly a swift light attacks the suspecting aura behind him. When no other sound or body appeared, Hao clicked his tongue and stared at the place he just destroyed.
Suddenly, a flash of light glittered within the dark part of the forest and this alerted Hao. 'An attack? No, it's presence is a little different.' He pondered for a moment but thought it was impossible to be an attack. He walked briskly towards the bushes and went straight to the glittering light still guarded as usual. He continued going to that shallow part until the light grew larger and larger until he came to the other side of the forest.
It was bright there, the light shone from above and illuminated the tall bushes. He looked up and saw a large gate on a massive wall of green, leafy bushes adorned with white wallflowers and large veins creeping unto the gate.
Hao smirked. "Well, what do we got here? A maze, I presume. And I believe this is where the game should be held?"
The ball of spirit appeared all too sudden, flickering in front of the gate.
"The first trial has accomplished by you, my majesty. Now, are you ready to finish three more within the Maze?"
"Hmph! How easy. What kind of challenge is this? Are you mocking my supremacy, sprite?"
"No, not at all, 8th! You've done splendidly finding the core of the Great Spirit's garden for just mere minutes. For regular shamans, they won't be able to do that, even taking a step inside this garden will be impossible for them."
"Still, were is the fun? Where are the others?"
"Oh. They've done their part many years and eons ago and unfortunately, they were rejected on their last trial."
"Rejected? What a bummer, they're too weak for acquiring a powerful part of the Great Spirit. Haha, surely I would win if we all fight each other."
"That would be unnecessary and very dangerous, your majesty. You colliding with other kings would cause enormous chaos not only in the Garden of the Great Spirit but in the human world too."
"That would be pleasant, I suppose! To think I'll be able to finish everything in just one sitting would be much appreciated." Hao said with a wide and innocent-like smile as he usually does.
"Oh, good heavens it didn't transpired like that. Not want to destroy everything you've worked hard for, your majesty."
Hao dropped his smile and look at the spirit suspiciously.
"What do you mean-"
Dong…..Dong…Dong….
"Hear, the sound of the bell! The trial will be continued; the judgment will be placed! Another challenger to test, will he succeed or will fail! Hear! Hear!"
A loud rumbling was heard and the enormous gate screeched as it began to open. The messenger evaporated into thin air and the light shone brighter than before. Hao covered his eyes with one arm as a big wave of wind passed him. The trees danced behind and the sound continued to rumble until the gate of the Maze was completely open.
He looked at the entrance to the maze, the place he will acquire more power. 'Shaman Kings from before lost, eh? Yes, it is because they're pathetic. I'll show them what a true king is.' His eyes fixed to his glory, he went inside the maze without looking back.
As his form was completely enveloped by the white light, the gates slowly close itself until it is completely shut with a *klink.
Truly, the second trial for another worthy candidate has begun.
Not so long, another ball of spirit emerged in front of the closed gate, flickering with a cool sapphire color. It murmured unintelligible sounds and whispers and sounded as if they're too many spirits enclosed in one.
'Szhhshksshhahshhhzzz…..sihhhs…zisahshhhsas….fufufufufuf'
And with its last flicker, it evaporated into the air, leaving no trails behind.
Chapter 2 End
Yay! I was able to update another chapter for the story. Got busy with summer class and all and I have days of opportunities! I'll try writing more chapters for those who was able to catch interest in my story.
Maybe, you'll be wondering the OC still didn't appear, well, I guess I plan to put my OC in the 3rd or 4th or can be in the 5th chapter because well, action scenes are way long for me to tell unless I'll make a way to make them XD.
Well, thanks for reviewing, following and of course, thank you for your favorite.
Until next time
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