Aetheric Chronicles: Reborn As An Extra-Chapter 560: Allies From Afar
A quiet hum resonated through the dimly lit room, a rhythm of deep concentration.
In the center, Z'yna sat in a lotus position, her body unnaturally still, her mind far beyond the physical realm. Her golden pupils shimmered faintly, yet her gaze remained locked inward, unshaken by the world around her.
Beside her, the Queen of Nature reclined on the bed, her long, flowing emerald hair spilling over the silk sheets like cascading vines. She watched Z'yna with a knowing smile—not just watching her, but everything.
Then, the portal on the corner of the room rippled.
A second later, Ryzel stepped through, the portal behind him flickered once, then snapped shut like a sealed wound.
"It's done," Ryzel started reporting. "I've placed the two 'victims' into safety, as instructed."
Z'yna didn't immediately respond. Instead, she let out a thoughtful "Hmmm," her fingers faintly twitching over her knee. After a moment, she murmured, "The others have finished crossing over as well… They're in position."
The Queen of Nature's smile deepened as she softly added, "And they remain unnoticed. No danger either."
Ryzel exhaled through his nose and turned his gaze to his sister. "So," he asked, tilting his head slightly, "are you opening the dimensional portal now?"
Z'yna finally moved, lifting her chin slightly as her lips curved into a small, assured smile. "Yes," she said. "Do not disturb me—and protect me during the process."
Ryzel nodded firmly, stepping back into a guarded stance. The Queen of Nature's voice was like a gentle breeze as she reassured them both, "You have nothing to fear. Not while I am here."
Z'yna let out a slow breath. Her shoulders relaxed, and she closed her eyes.
Darkness.
For a while, her vision remained an empty void.
Then, in an instant, it shifted.
A vast, three-dimensional map unfolded before her mind's eye—an endless, swirling expanse of galaxies and stars. Distant stars and worlds pulsed softly, interconnected by invisible lines of energy. She navigated the void with fast speed, her consciousness moving through the boundless cosmos as if it were second nature.
Then, she saw it.
A planet wrapped in a thick, white cocoon-like barrier, pulsing with restrained power. Jagged black and red cracks split across its surface, veins of corruption spreading like festering wounds.
It was fragile.
Wounded.
It was her target.
This was his world.
Z'yna's golden eyes snapped open, the celestial vision reflected within them like miniature galaxies trapped in her irises. Her hands lifted, fingers flexing as if gripping something unseen. Slowly, deliberately, she began to tear at space itself.
A ripple formed.
A faint distortion.
The room trembled.
The air grew heavy as the distortion widened, twisting into a vortex of swirling energy. It churned, growing denser, its colors deepening into an abyss of infinite depth. Minutes passed, the portal expanding until—
It was done.
Z'yna let out a sharp exhale as her body suddenly slackened. Before she could collapse, soft, living vines sprouted from the floor, gently catching her and cradling her in their embrace.
"There," Queen muttered as she caught her.
"You did it, sis." Ryzel muttered staring at the successfully opened portal.
Z'yna remained nestled in the vines, her expression unreadable as she let out a soft 'Hmmm'. A few seconds passed, her golden pupils shimmering faintly before she spoke.
"They're coming. Prepare yourselves."
At her words, the Queen of Nature lifted her hand, a faint green glow cascading over her form. Ryzel remained still, his gaze sharp as the shift took place. In the blink of an eye, the Queen's ethereal beauty condensed into something more human—her emerald hair darkening into a deep chestnut, her pointed ears dulling into mortal roundness.
Z'yna followed suit, her own transformation seamless, her draconic features giving way to a human guise. Only seconds later, the air in the room pulsed.
From the swirling vortex, a single leg stepped through—solid, composed. Then, half a body.
Finally, the full figure emerged.
It was Adrian.
He was clad in black combat clothes, the fabric fitted for both agility and durability. His calm gaze swept across the room, taking in the unfamiliar surroundings before settling on the trio before him. He gave a brief nod, acknowledging them.
Ryzel's eyes widened slightly.
For a fraction of a second, he felt as if he were seeing a ghost—one that had already passed before his eyes not too long ago. But the feeling vanished as quickly as it came. He exhaled quietly, reigning in his initial surprise.
Meanwhile, Z'yna and the Queen of Nature observed Aurelius with curious, unreadable expressions. They exchanged the briefest of glances, though neither outwardly revealed their thoughts.
Queen was more confused than curious - if this one was the real person, then who was the one who kidnapped that girl that day? Are they the same person or...
'Urgh... Why are there so many Adrians?'
The portal swirled again, and another figure followed— it was Aurelius.
Like Adrian, he wore sleek, battle-ready attire, the dark material subtly emphasizing his sharp features. His expression was composed, though a flicker of wariness glinted in his blue eyes as he took in the room's occupants.
"It's good to see you."
The portal pulsed again.
More figures began stepping through—one after another, the numbers quickly growing.
Within moments, the once-quiet chamber was now filled with fifteen people, all of them young yet battle-hardened, their postures tense with anticipation. Most wore academy-issued combat gear, their uniforms tailored to their rank and status.
Among them, two figures stood out the most.
Cedric Lightbringer.
Claire Stormrider.
The strongest duo of the current fourth year.
Z'yna's gaze swept over the gathered group before she asked, "Is this everyone?"
Aurelius shook his head. "No. There's one more—"
Before he could finish, the portal rippled once more.
A silver-haired figure stepped through, her movement fluid and effortless.
Aria.
The moment her feet touched solid ground, a faint pulse resonated through the room, almost imperceptible—except to those attuned to such things.
Aurelius glanced back and with an awkward smile ended his sentence. "Now there's no one left."
Z'yna held his gaze for a moment before nodding in return.
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Slowly, deliberately, she lifted her hands once more.
The swirling portal began to shrink, the cosmic energies twisting inward as if being woven back into the fabric of reality itself. The process was gradual yet seamless, the sheer control of it drawing faint expressions of awe from many of the newcomers.
Except Adrian and Aria.
They merely watched in silence.
And then—
With a final pulse, the portal vanished.
