Capítulo 92: The Test

Immanuel raised his staff, and glowing orbs descended from the six pillars around Arthur. Each orb pulsed faintly with an inner light, projecting the first question.

Immanuel: "Let us begin. Answer wisely, young one."

The first orb shimmered, and a voice echoed within the vast void:

Riddle 1:

"I speak without a mouth and hear without ears. I have no body, but I come alive with the wind. What am I?"

Arthur furrowed his brows. The answer seemed oddly familiar, and after a moment's thought, he spoke confidently:

"An echo."

The orb pulsed brightly before dissolving into golden light.

Immanuel: "Well done. Your intellect serves you well."

The second orb floated forward, glowing ominously.

Riddle 2:

"I'm always hungry, I must always be fed. The finger I touch will soon turn red. What am I?"