As Karsha stepped onto the sanctuary grounds, he expected to see some progress, but whaty before him was beyond his imagination.


    Though he had made ns for such transformations, seeing them aplish something grand within a month was astounding, showcasing just how rapidly the snakes were evolving.


    The sanctuary, once dotted with simple dome-like shelters, now boasted buildings in the process of bing towers.


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    The attention to detail was impable, and it was clear that the inhabitants were dedicated to creating something magnificent.


    The caves, which previously served as rudimentary shelters, now looked like immortal abodes, each one meticulously rebuilt to suit its purpose.


    Karsha''s eyes widened as he saw towering trees, which now housed borate treehouses. These structures were connected by wooden bridges, giving the impression of a lofty vige in the treetops.


    Additionally, three imposing towers acted as beacons for the ind, their presence both guiding and protective.


    The centerpiece of the sanctuary was the previously in white building, now transformed into a grand castle in the process of being built.


    Its imposing structure hinted at its future grandeur, with soaring walls and intricate designs that promised beauty and fortification.


    Everywhere Karsha looked, there were signs of rapid progress and ambitious development. The sanctuary had evolved from a simple refuge into a burgeoning utopia, a ce where his vision wasing to life faster than he could have hoped.


    Karsha felt a surge of pride. He felt this pride deep within his soul. It seems the unknown people are not ordinary people.


    They are more than they appear to be and Karsha couldn''t wait to see what they will be achieving in the future. Soon, they entered the building and sat as they used it.


    Although the inside of the room looked grand, Karsha was happy to see they didn''t change their chairs. Those chairs are something their ancestors used, so changing them is a no-no.


    Killian and Dhaka took Starr away, following Lady Illo''s instructions. Theing discussion was one she shouldn''t hear. Her memory is too sharp to be exposed to something like that.


    "It seems you''ve not only saved the ind but also stolen the heart of our empress. You''re quite the bold one, aren''t you?" Dhaka''s master, the previous leader of the shadow guards, spoke as soon as they sat down. She was now a Tier 8 Terror Mutant.


    "I couldn''t help it, Lady Diana. She''s just too beautiful for me to ignore. My appetite is quite big, you see," Karsha replied with a slight smile.


    The elders also smiled, appreciating Karsha''s carefree demeanor. In truth, they all felt a deep sense of happiness and closeness to Karsha.


    He had liberated them after generations of suffering, and his presence wasn''t simple. They all wanted to be closer to him, hoping to tap into his destiny somehow.


    "It seems that way. But I advise you to be careful; we wouldn''t want some hungry snakes to devour you," Lady Diana said, her gaze shifting to three snakedies staring at Lady Illo with unreadable expressions.


    Karsha followed her gaze and was surprised to see their intense looks. He could only smile, realizing that the hearts of women were indeed mysterious.


    "You don''t have to worry, Lady Diana. They won''t. After all, when the Overlord is around, all threats are meaningless," Karsha said confidently.


    The elders, including Morris and her grandmother,ughed. They understood the underlying meaning of Karsha''s words.


    They might have been offended in different circumstances, but given who said it, they could only smile and wait to see how things would unfold.


    "Little Brother, I don''t know if you''re aware of this, but you''ve just made someone who is meant to be the Abyssal Maiden your woman. Are you ready for the implications?" Grandma Ix spoke up just as theughter was dying down.


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    "What do you mean, Grandma Ix?" Karsha asked, curiosity piqued.


    "The Abyssal Maiden is not just a title; ites with immense power and responsibility," Grandma Ix exined, her voice solemn.


    "Lady Illo''s transformation signifies that she has awakened an ancient and formidable power. This power will draw attention from forces both known and unknown, allies and enemies alike."


    Karsha nodded, his expression thoughtful. "Grandma Ix, can you tell me more about who the Abyssal Maiden is? The little knowledge I have is unreliable," he asked.


    "Who are you calling unreliable?" ra pouted from within his soul sea, clearly miffed by his remark. Karsha smiled but didn''t reply, letting her tantrum y out in the background.


    "Just wait, I''ll make you regret this," she huffed, but Karsha paid her no attention.


    Grandma Ix began, "I don''t know much, but from what I''ve gathered, the Abyssal Maiden is a power that rose to fame during the dark era. She was a powerful Darkness cultivator from a race known as the Grand Teneborn. They were a race of snakes said to originate from a powerful Naga race during the Primordial era.


    "Nobody knew what happened or how it happened, but one day, their entire world was attacked. Overnight, they were all in, leaving only one child alive. Nobody knew why they spared her, but when the world was discovered many yearster, she was the only one living on it." Karsha''s heart shook, and he subconsciously clenched his fist.


    "Again, nobody knew how it happened, but after the world was discovered, many power-hungry individuals swarmed it, fighting for its resources. However, from the depths of the world, darkness rose and consumed the entire, killing millions in the blink of an eye." Grandma Ix paused, looking at Lady Illo, whose eyes were teary.


    "The child, now grown, had awakened a power so immense that it reshaped her destiny. She became the Abyssal Maiden, a figure of both awe and terror. Her control over darkness was unparalleled, and her mere presence could instill fear in the hearts of the bravest warriors. Her legend spread far and wide, and she became a symbol of destruction and rebirth, feared and revered in equal measure."


    "She rose from the depths of darkness and from there she started to ascend. What followed was her darkness, a darkness that consumed her whole and made her the very essence of malevolence," Grandma Ix continued, her voice tinged with a mix of reverence and sadness.


    Lady Illo, sitting nearby, suddenly let out an angry roar, a sound filled with pain and sorrow. The room fell silent, everyone turning to look at her.


    Her eyes were zing with an intense mix of emotions, reflecting the struggle within. Suddenly, An icy presence erupted from within her, filling the room with dread.


    "It seems she hasn''t recovered her memories yet, but she can feel her pain. This is bad," ra said, her toneced with urgency from within Karsha''s soul space.


    "Sister, what do you mean?" Karsha asked, his curiosity piqued and concern evident.


    "Do you believe in reincarnation?" ra asked.


    "I do," Karsha replied, not attempting to hide his own suspicions.


    "Then know this: the title or the innate body of the Abyssal Maiden is unique to only one person—a pure-hearted child burdened with the pain of an entire race. Although saying this may invoke some form of karma, this is urgent, so I will. I am sorry, Karsha, but I might just add to your karma by saying this, and it might even hurt your destiny."


    Karsha''s brow furrowed. "What are you trying to say, ra?"


    "Thatdy is the reincarnation of the original Abyssal Maiden," ra exined, her voice steady despite the gravity of her words.


    "Her pain and her hatred are all returning to her. This process is dangerous because if her paines back too quickly, it could overwhelm her and cause immense suffering."


    "The Chaos era is the third era after the Primordial era," ra began, her voice filled with a mix of reverence and caution.


    "You don''t have to know all the details now, but understand this: the dark power that consumed that era was the Abyssal Maiden. She was a force of pure malevolence, leaving countless races in ruins and bathing the world in blood. Many hated her and feared her, but there was only one person who loved her."


    ra paused, her gaze locking onto Karsha with concern. "I think you have alreadye in contact with the Mask of Malevolence and know what happened to Zagorath," she said.


    Karsha''s eyes widened in realization. "You don''t mean—"


    "Yes," ra interrupted, her tone grave. "Zagorath encountered her in the abyss, and that encounter changed him forever."


    Karsha''s heart shook at the revtion. He wanted to ask more, his mind racing with questions, but ra shook her head, signaling that now was not the time for further inquiries.


    ra continued, her voice softening.


    "The Abyssal Maiden''s power is tied to immense pain and suffering. Her actions during the Dark Era were driven by that pain, and it consumed herpletely. Zagorath''s transformation is a testament to the overwhelming darkness she wielded."


    Karsha''s thoughts raced as he processed the information. The connection between Lady Illo and the Abyssal Maiden suddenly felt even more significant. "So, what does this mean for Lady Illo?" he asked, his voice barely above a whisper.


    ra sighed. "It means that her journey will be fraught with challenges. The darkness within her is not just a power; it''s a legacy of pain and malevolence. She will need to confront and ovee it, or risk being consumed by it."


    Karsha''s heart started to race as he absorbed ra''s words. Something had to be done. ra watched his expression with concern, knowing that what she was about to reveal was something that shouldn''t be said—at least not yet.


    But she feltpelled to share it, or she wouldn''t be at ease. ''I''m sorry, Karsha,'' she thought inwardly, her fist clenched behind her.


    ''I made you a promise, but I will be breaking it. I don''t know how you''ll feel once you discover this, but I''m willing to sacrifice myself to appease your anger when you do.'' She looked at Karsha and continued.