บท 495: Barrier 2

IDEPES KINGDOM

Nestled between two vast empires, Edepes Kingdom stood as a haven of its own. For years, Edepes Kingdom maintained its solitary existence, utilizing its isolation as both a sanctuary and a protective barrier against the outside world.

The night air in Edepes held an enchanting stillness, much like the rest of the previous years. The usual chorus of crickets and rustling leaves painted a serene soundscape. However, this serenity was abruptly shattered when the ground beneath its citizens' feet began to tremble.

The first signs of the impending calamity manifested in subtle vibrations that disrupted the once-peaceful surroundings. Then Kingdom's land, which had remained firm for generations, suddenly cracked open.

These fractures zigzagged like scars across the landscape. As the cracks grew wider and deeper, an eerie scarlet light emanated from within, casting an otherworldly glow over the land.