Wizard: Stronger through Marriage

Chapter 616: Chapter 263: The Secret of the Black Forest (Part 2)

"We must keep moving forward," David said firmly, "there are forces hidden in this Black Forest that we have yet to understand."

Annie nodded in agreement: "We’ve successfully defeated the Guardian, but this is not the end, it’s a new beginning."

With the witches working in unison, they began to venture deeper into the Black Forest.

All around them, the surroundings became increasingly dark and mysterious, with each step accompanied by the whispers of the trees and the murmurs of the wind, as if warning them of unknown dangers lurking.

They cautiously navigated through the dense forest, constantly using scrying spells to sense their surroundings.

Hours later, they arrived at a small stone monument covered in vines, engraved with intricate and ancient runes that shimmered with faint light.

David examined it closely, sensing that each symbol contained mysterious information.

He felt a strong and warm energy emanating from the stone monument, which gave him a new understanding of their current location.

"These runes might be bridges connecting different layers of the world," David said to himself.

"They may record the subtle and complex relationships between the Spirit of Nature, Divine Spirit, and Abyssal Power."

Amy reached out to touch the stone monument, feeling the energy instantly flow into her body.

A look of trance appeared on her face: "I feel... there is a call here, guiding me to find some kind of power."

The other witches’ expressions also gradually grew serious as they sensed the same feeling.

David stared intently at Amy, his mind racing with thoughts.

He knew that the secret of this small stone monument might be closely related to the witches’ origin and their abilities.

"Have you ever thought," David said slowly.

"that the existence of witches might have a direct connection with the forces hidden in this Black Forest? Maybe every witch is a part of this power."

Amy’s eyes flashed with spiritual light: "You mean, the Black Forest is not only a habitat for the Spirit of Nature but also possibly a source that grants us power?"

"This means that our ability to use magic is not just a coincidence, but because we have a connection with some ancient force here."

"Yes," David nodded. "As the old legends say, witches often perceive changes in nature and use them to perform magic. Perhaps these abilities come from a more primordial and powerful force hidden deep within the Black Forest."

Cynthia nodded vigorously: "And that creature was the guardian of this secret and power. When it fell and turned into that light, maybe it means we can now access it all!"

Amy still immersed in the sensation brought by touching the stone monument: "I feel a call, a driving force that compels me to explore deeper, to seek deeper truths. It’s like something unknown is waiting for us to unveil here."

"Then what should we do?" Hill asked, her gaze resolute. "If this energy is indeed related to our origin, we can’t give up easily. Maybe exploring this place will help us find stronger skills, and perhaps uncover the secrets behind our own identities!"

David nodded, knowing this was an important and critical moment.

"Let’s first decipher these runes, maybe they will guide us further."

"If it’s true as you said, that this forest is connected to the birth of witches, then everything that follows is of utmost importance."

So, they gathered around the stone monument, each focusing intently on examining those runes that flickered with faint light.

As time passed, they gradually discovered some commonalities: certain symbols represented elements, life, and some symbolized pathways connecting different worlds.

As they continued to unravel this information, an ancient totemic pattern gradually emerged.

The pattern depicted a female figure, surrounded by various elemental creatures, undoubtedly representing a powerful and mysterious Witch.

"Look!" Annie pointed to the pattern, "This seems to be summoning those elemental forces and harnessing them. Could this be the legendary ’First Generation Witch’?"

"Perhaps it can be understood that way," David replied: "She may have mastered the Power of Origin within the Black Forest, becoming a powerful presence first born here. Therefore, before finding our own path, we must understand and accept all this."

Just then, a warm and gentle breeze blew through, with faint notes floating on the path, softly chanting, immersing everyone in a marvelous atmosphere.

Amy felt the call grow stronger: "I think... if we continue to explore, we will surely find more information about the First Generation Witch, and also understand the latent potential hidden within ourselves."

"Great! Let’s keep going!" David encouraged.

He knew that now they were not only exploring the unknown but also pursuing the foundation of witchcraft, and those invisible yet so real and important connections.

As the witches delved deeper into the Black Forest, the mysterious force grew stronger.

Guided by the ancient runes, the air was filled with an exhilarating energy, as if the Black Forest was opening a door to a higher realm for them.

"We are about to reach an important location," David said.

He could feel the surrounding energy continuously gathering, as if waiting for the witches to release it.

"I believe this is the place where we can receive the blessing of the mysterious force."

Passing through a mist-shrouded path, they arrived at an open and serene clearing.

Surrounded by tall trees, the sunlight filtered through the leaves, casting dappled shadows.

In the center of the clearing, a giant crystal pillar stood, radiating a soft and dazzling brilliance.

The base of the crystal pillar was inscribed with various ancient runes, identical to the symbols they had seen on the small stone monument before.

"This is... the Origin Crystal!" Amy exclaimed.

She had read similar accounts in ancient texts; could this be the Origin Crystal?

David nodded: "I think this is the legendary source that can grant power and wisdom."

As the group surrounded the crystal pillar, the warm and powerful energy began to gradually converge towards them.

Each person felt a stir within them, awakening something deep within their soul.

This energy seemed to resonate with the potential that had long been dormant but not yet unleashed within them.

"Come on," David encouraged: "Let’s connect our minds with this power! Dispel all worries, and accept the blessings it brings!"

The witches exchanged knowing looks, their eyes filled with determination and faith.

For a brief moment, they closed their eyes, focusing their thoughts on the crystal pillar glowing with an eerie light.

Each of them felt their consciousness gradually merge into that radiance, forming a deep connection with nature, the elements, and the legendary witches of old.

As the connection deepened, the issues that had been hindering their cultivation and preventing them from breaking through barriers began to dissolve like ice and snow.

Amy felt the magic that had been accumulating within her start to become active, while the other witches noticed a significant improvement in their elemental control.

Cynthia suddenly opened her eyes, her face revealing delight: "I feel it! My magic has not only grown stronger but also more pure! This is... a new realm like never before!"

"Yes!" Sofia also said excitedly: "It’s like my soul has been illuminated, I can access higher levels of information! This is the blessing the Black Forest grants us!"

At that moment, a flow of information, akin to blazing flames, released from the crystal pillar, enveloping each witch.

This flow, sparkling like stars, continuously guided everyone’s potential to new heights.

Every pulse seemed to reshape their very being, making each witch aware of new possibilities within their abilities.

Not long after, when the flow stopped, they opened their eyes and looked at each other, their faces brimming with wonder and excitement.