Myths and Legends

Chapter 6 | Magic

The young woman then overheard the conversation, her smile widening as she turned to address them directly. "This," she began, gesturing towards the fading scar on Elric's chest, "was what you might call Divine magic."

Rei, still grappling with the reality that unfolded before him, could only manage a weak nod. The air crackled with a faint echo of the magic, a final whisper of the otherworldly luminescence that had bathed the room. Risa's gentle chuckle brought him back to the present.

"The magic I used," Risa explained, her voice soft and melodic, "is called Divine magic." She offered a warm smile, dispelling the last vestiges of his apprehension. "Greetings, I'm Risa, the Chief's daughter."

"So far," Risa continued, her eyes gleaming with an inner light, "the types of magic we know about are Divine and Dark magic. As you witnessed, Divine magic can heal wounds and illnesses, purify curses, and even grant strength." Her voice dipped to a lower register. "Dark magic, on the other hand, is a twisted reflection, used for destruction and chaos."

"The very nature of the magic reveals its essence," she explained, her gaze flickering towards the fading glow emanating from her fingertips. "Divine magic shimmers with a pure, celestial light, whereas Dark magic pulsates with an ominous, inky darkness, somewhat like, purple or dark violet." This resonated with Rei, a memory surfacing of the otherworldly luminescence that had filled the room moments ago.
Rei, captivated by this new layer of reality, leaned forward, his voice barely a whisper. "How can you wield such power?"

Risa smiled, a touch of reverence coloring her features. "Our village has long been blessed by the Angel Evangeline," she said, gesturing towards the statue that had stood witness to the healing ritual. "Here, I am known as a Saint, entrusted with the responsibility of being the village healer, a tradition passed down through generations."

"This power," she continued, her voice turning serious, "grants not just healing, but also the strength we need to protect the Last Moon." Here, the weight of their mission settled upon Rei, a stark contrast to the wonder he had felt moments ago. The fantastical had become their reality, and the fate of this Last Moon rested on their shoulders.

Risa finished healing Elric, who stirred with a groan. She rose and walked towards Rei and Sho, settling down to face them, a determined glint in her eyes. The conversation was far from over; they had much to learn about the magic that intertwined with their destinies.