The Infinite Journey of a Certain Flame

She is Eden, one of the Thirteen Heroes Who Chase Fire.

However... in this perilous world, is she truly Eden?

"What's wrong, visitor? You seem to have some concerns."

Eden spoke casually, without directly addressing Kiana by her name.

Or you could use terms like "my friend".

It seemed to be the first time she had seen Kiana...

"I am indeed a little worried, because I am not sure whether you are a shop or an illusion created by the Herrscher of Corruption."

"Herrscher of Corruption... It seems we can get to know each other a bit. My name is Eden, and I am the holder of [Gold]. And you, white-haired lady?"

Eden spoke politely, but his words carried a sense of distance.

It was as if she were truly seeing Kiana for the first time...

Seeing this, Kiana stroked her smooth chin and slowly said, "My name is Kiana, a traveler."

“Traveler? Hmm... I can tell you’re no ordinary person, because it’s impossible for an ordinary person to be here.”

Eden said it as a matter of course.

He wasn't wrong; this is a paradise influenced by the Herald of Corruption.

Ordinary people simply cannot get inside.

Therefore, her analysis is actually a correct but meaningless statement.

It's certainly a decent way to greet someone...

“Indeed, I came here to rescue Mei. I am her friend, and she is my beloved. I think you should know him, Eden,”

"Mea Yi..."

As if hearing the name of a friend he hadn't seen in a long time, he thoughtfully stroked his chin, repeatedly pondering the name.

Finally, Eden raised his head and slowly said, "Since you're a friend of the dentist, you should be someone I can trust."

"Yes, so... can you tell me where the dentist is right now? How can I save her?"

"I'm sorry, Kiana."

Eden shook his head.

Mei was unable to reach this place on that day, which ultimately led to the Herrscher of Corruption taking control of most of Paradise.

Only a very few areas are places that the Law of Erosion dares not touch under any circumstances.

It is because of the existence of this place that Eden is able to peacefully recount the stories of the past with Kiana here.

"Mei has been captured... and just like that guy said, she has been devoured."

It was only at this moment that Kiana realized that the Herrscher of Corruption had not lied, or rather, she had no need to lie at all.

Because faced with such a dead end, he simply couldn't let go.

It's like a hostage situation; if I don't care at all about Mei's life or death and force my way through, it's like this.

The final result is unlikely to be a good one.

Thinking of this, Kiana looked down at Eden with some disappointment.

What should I do?

"Kiana, I don't know either."

Eden sighed and said softly.

"That day, Mei did her best, but in the end she still failed. I should have been waiting for her here, but she never came. In the end, I waited for you."

Eden looked at Kiana with an incredibly complex expression.

If Mei manages to overcome countless dangers and arrive here on that day, then everything will be over.

I myself may disappear along with it.

However, things did not go as expected.

However, after an unknown amount of time, Mei's companions arrived.

Can she... take over the support that Mei was unable to achieve?

Eden did not know, nor did he understand.

However, she didn't have many options left.

To put it nicely, this is a refuge; to put it bluntly, it's a besieged island where data can be easily swallowed up if you leave rashly.

It was because of her existence that he had a glimmer of hope.

Now, if I miss this girl in front of me, I don't know how long I'll have to wait.

"Kiana, this may be a heavy burden for you, but I want to tell you the truth."

"what?"

"Go in. She's waiting for you behind the door. As long as you're Mei's friend, she'll definitely trust you."

After Eden finished speaking, he disappeared.

Kiana felt helpless and regretful at the disappearance of this hero.

"Eden... Don't worry, I won't let your sacrifices go to waste."

After saying that, Kiana looked towards the door.

With Eden's permission, the gate that stood above the clouds slowly opened.

What appeared before Kiana was a cascade of light.

"Who is behind the light? Is it you... Alicia?"

With this question in mind, Kiana slowly stepped inside.

On the other side of the light, there was a garden that looked like a fairyland.

Amidst a sea of ​​flowers, a pink-haired girl stands with her back to Kiana.

She had a head of captivating long hair, which flowed smoothly down her back.

It was a beautiful face, as if it had been meticulously sculpted, making it impossible to look away.

Her lips were a vibrant red, like a blooming rose, making one's heart flutter.

She wore a pink and white dress, with dreamy little accessories following behind her. The whole dress exuded a gentle glow, making her look like a princess from a fairy tale.

The girl seemed like a goddess who had stepped out of a painting, exuding a sacred and noble aura.

She turned around, revealing a pair of pink pupils filled with a mysterious power that immediately aroused curiosity.

This girl is like a legendary elf, the purest and kindest being in the world, an angel untouched by worldly concerns, possessing a captivating face that draws people into her beautiful eyes without them even realizing it.

"This is Alicia."

Eden's words echoed in Kiana's ears, "She is the secret we've been hiding together."

"The Ruler of Man, Alicia..."

Kiana looked at Alicia with a deep light in her eyes, "You are truly beautiful. I've wanted to see you in person ever since Mei told me. I think I'll never forget you."

"Mea Yi..."

When Alicia saw that it was Kiana who had arrived, she shook her head slightly in disappointment.

She really hoped that the person who came here was Mei, but things didn't go as planned.

A white-haired girl whom I had never seen before appeared here.

Is she... Mei's friend?

"My name is Kiana, a traveler who wandered into this place by mistake, and also Mei's friend, Alicia. I hope you can help me and rescue Mei."

Seeing that Alicia was slightly distracted, Kiana spoke up at the right time to bring her back to her senses.

She was well aware of the situation; without the help of this Herrscher, it would be very difficult to rescue Mei safely.

"So straightforward right from the start? Hmm, I don't mind."

Upon hearing Kiana's request, Alicia's face lit up with a gentle smile.

Rescuing a friend is the only right thing to do.

No matter what, if Mei is in danger, we must rescue her.

only...

"Kiana, perhaps you need to understand something."

Alicia smoothed her hair and then floated in front of Kiana, moving as gracefully as a fish swimming in water, but her eyes were fixed on Kiana.

Such a gaze was so intense that Kiana felt somewhat overwhelmed.

"What's wrong? Is there something dirty on my face?"

"No, no, I just want to remember what you look like. After all, this might be someone's last wish before they disappear."

Alicia blinked and smiled as she spoke frankly.

Chapter Thirty: The End of Corrosion Will Eventually Arrive

Before disappearing?

Alicia's words were quite thought-provoking; although they sounded like her last words, they didn't seem to convey much regret.

It's more like genuine joy because there's something to gain in the end.

"You... will disappear?"

"Ah."

"How could this be?"

Kiana was surprised by Alicia's statement.

Does "disappear" mean "disappear" in the literal sense?