[Kailash Mountain]
"So this is what even I could see huh~ What a way to surprise me, Karna. I can only hope you enjoy your life fully before 'that' starts." Lord Shiva said sitting in his original meditating place with eyes closed but even then It felt like he was seeing something beyond which no one could see.
"But this time if need be I won't hesitate to intervene," Lord Shiva's voice continued, still with his eyes closed as if in deep meditation. But his eye on the forehead betrayed his emotion of wrath which almost opened 'The Third Eye Of Destruction'.
The presence of Lord Shiva, the god of destruction and transformation, was both awe-inspiring and foreboding. His words hinted at a profound understanding of the events that were unfolding, and his declaration that he wouldn't hesitate to intervene carried immense weight.
As Lord Shiva continued his meditative vigil on Kailash Mountain, the world around him remained still, and a sense of foreboding lingered in the air. The Third Eye of Destruction, which hovered on the brink of opening, served as a stark reminder of the god's immense power and the potential consequences of his wrath.
[Khandava Forest]
"Ancient War... Outsiders...DEATH..." Karna processed the reward 'Knowledge Of Ancient Secrets' he got from the quest. For now, Karna was on his way back to Panchal with the reconnaissance team.
[Karna, that was centuries ago. You don't have to worry about ancient wars or outsiders now. Focus on the present and the challenges that lie ahead.]
Karna nodded in acknowledgment of Artemis's words. While the ancient secrets were intriguing, he understood that his immediate concerns revolved around the shadowy forces that threatened their kingdom and the safety of its people.
"Indeed, Artemis," Karna replied. "Our primary goal is to protect Panchal and its citizens from the current threats. I will keep this knowledge in mind, but for now, let us return and prepare for what lies ahead."
The journey back to Panchal was uneventful, and upon their return, Karna wasted no time in briefing the kingdom's leadership about the situation in Khandava Forest and the reconnaissance team's findings. The threat of shadowy forces and the need for vigilance weighed heavily on everyone's minds.
'So Takshaka took help from some deity named Satan... And from World Tree's words, it appears he wants to use its power for something sinister...' Karna's thought still echoing with words of the reconnaissance team's report in the throne room in front of King Drupad and ministers.
King Drupad's brows furrowed as he absorbed the gravity of the situation. "This Takshaka and his alliance with an unknown deity... It poses a significant threat not only to Panchal but potentially to the entire region. We must act swiftly to thwart their plans."
The ministers nodded in agreement, their expressions reflecting a sense of urgency. They understood that the safety of their kingdom and its people hung in the balance.
After some time Karna went to his assigned chambers for his stay here when Artemis reminded him of something he had forgotten for some time now...
[You should use that summoning ticket, You could gain a most needed companion for current situations.]
"OH! It almost slipped off of my mind, Thanks Artemis for this I appreciate it."
Karna, now reminded of the summoning ticket he had obtained, decided it was an opportune time to use it.
[Using Summoning Card...]
[Choose a Type of Characterization of your Ideal Need?]
[A. Warrior]
[B. Mage]
[C. GOD!!!]
[D...]
[...]
Karna contemplated his options for the summoning carefully. Given the current threats and the unknown powers that they were up against, he felt a strong inclination towards a powerful companion. With that in mind, he made his choice:
[C. GOD!!!]
[Host please say something]
"Do you want to be free? Free from all the shackles that bind you?" Karna's voice filled his majesty and authority which came from the dept of Ravana's Bloodline flowing throw him promising freedom.
[...]
[YES!!!] A woman's voice filled with deadly but hypnotic charm echoed in his mind.
[Summoning the figure...]
Karna's breath was caught in anticipation as he waited for the summoning to take effect. The air around him seemed to crackle with energy, and a sense of profound expectation filled the room. He had chosen the option of summoning a deity, and the response he received was both intriguing and mysterious.
As the summoning process continued, Karna couldn't help but wonder about the identity and nature of the deity he had just called forth. The voice that had answered his call exuded a mesmerizing charm, but it was also laced with an air of danger.
A vortex of energy started materialized before him. The air seemed to be screaming like dying in the process of being reborn, and within that vortex, a figure slowly began to take shape. It was a woman, her form emerging from the swirling energies with an ethereal grace.
She was unlike anything Karna had ever seen. Her skin had a porcelain-like quality, and her eyes were pools of darkness that seemed to hold the secrets of the universe. Her long, flowing hair cascaded like a waterfall of obsidian, and her attire was a fusion of elegance and mystery.
Karna couldn't help but be captivated by her presence, and he sensed that she held immense power within her. Her response to his summoning had been both intriguing and cryptic, leaving him with more questions than answers.
"Who are you?" Karna asked, his voice filled with a mix of curiosity and caution.
The enigmatic deity regarded him with a knowing smile, her lips curved in a seductive and enigmatic manner. "I am Lilith, the Mother of Demons," she purred, her voice dripping with allure and danger. "And you? my dear summoner~"
Karna was taken aback by the revelation. Lilith, the Mother of Demons, was a name shrouded in ancient legends and mystery.
Her reputation as a powerful and enigmatic deity was well-known, but her appearance before him was a surprise beyond his expectations.
"I am Karna, King of Anga and Lanka."
Lilith's smile deepened as she studied Karna with those inscrutable, abyssal eyes. "Ah~ I am not familiar with any of those kingdoms, Can you tell why, Dear~"
Karna, maintaining his composure despite the alluring and cryptic nature of Lilith's presence, responded, "Because you are in a different realm than yours-"
Lilith's laughter was like a delicate melody mingled with the whispers of the unknown. "Different realms indeed, Karna, King of Anga and Lanka," she mused. "It seems fate has brought us together across the boundaries of our worlds."
Karna couldn't deny the intrigue and uncertainty that came with Lilith's presence. Fate had indeed woven a mysterious tapestry by bringing them together, transcending the boundaries of their respective realms.
"Indeed, Lilith," Karna replied, his voice steady. "Our meeting may hold significance beyond our understanding. I summoned you to aid in the protection of my kingdom, Panchal, which is currently under threat from shadowy forces. Will you lend your power to this cause?"
Lilith's smile remained enigmatic as she considered Karna's request. Her dark eyes seemed to pierce through his soul, assessing his sincerity and determination.
"The protection of a kingdom, you say?" Lilith mused. "Very well, Karna, King of Anga and Lanka. I shall lend my power to your cause, but know this: I am not bound by the rules of mortal loyalty. My assistance comes on its own terms and if you do something I don't like then I will kill y-"
A heavy pressure fell on Lilith making her halt her sentence. The atmosphere around her shifted as a powerful presence filled the room, and a voice resonated with undeniable authority.
"Is this how you speak to your master, Lilith?" Lilith lifted her head with much difficulty looking at the voice's owner and what she saw scared her to the core.
The room seemed to tremble under the weight of the powerful presence, and Lilith's enigmatic demeanor gave way to a momentary expression of genuine fear. Her abyssal eyes widened in recognition and submission as she gazed upon the figure who had interrupted her words.
The presence of the new form of Karna filled the room with a commanding aura that left no room for ambiguity. Lilith, the Mother of Demons, who had just moments ago exuded an air of danger and power, now found herself under the weight of an even greater authority.
Karna's new form was a sight to behold, radiating an aura of majesty and divine power. His eyes gleamed with an inner fire, and his presence held a regal authority that demanded respect and obedience.
Lilith, though initially taken aback, quickly composed herself and knelt before Karna's new form with a show of deference. Her earlier tone of danger and allure was replaced with one of subservience.
"I apologize, my lord," Lilith said, her voice now laced with humility. "I spoke out of turn. I am at your service and will heed your commands."
Karna's new form regarded Lilith with a measured expression. While the display of humility was appreciated, he knew that the enigmatic deity possessed her own brand of power and would not be easily swayed. Still, he chose to address her with a tone of benevolence rather than tyranny.
"Rise, Lilith," Karna said, extending his hand in a gesture of kindness.