Chapter 654: The Main Library [Part 2]


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    Through the translucent flooring of the levels above, he could see shes of activity- floating tforms gliding between shelves, students suspended in mid-air as they consulted high-reaching archives, and flickering golden orbs that seemed to act as guides.


    "The second floor," the librarian continued, leading him past a central circr atrium, "...covers ten floors that are called subfloors, extending up until the twelfth floor.


    "It is dedicated to advanced research-alchemy, soul-tech theory, and the study of rifts. It''s a restricted area, essible only to those with the proper clearance."


    Northern nced at the grand spiral staircase that twisted its way upward through the atrium like a helix of light and steel.


    He could feel the faint hum of soul essence emanating from it.


    The steps themselves glowed faintly, as if reacting to those who ascended them. Along the handrails were engravings of symbols that pulsed gently, as though alive, like those he had observed in the wooden city-only these were carved on metals.


    "And the third floor?" Northern asked, his voice steady but curious.


    The librarian paused, a flicker of something-hesitation, perhaps-crossing his expression. He drew a breath and spoke:


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