From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

The intense heat enveloped her, the fiery glow reflecting off her determined eyes. This is our only chance, she thought, the air rushing past her as she fell. The heat was unbearable, searing her skin, but she held on, her grip on the book unwavering.

Gisorn's eyes widened in shock, his confident smirk vanishing. "No! You foolish girl!" he shouted, desperation lacing his voice. He lunged toward the edge, but it was too late.

King Griswald turned around, just as confused as everyone else by the current events. "What the hell is she doing?" he muttered. In a split second, the lava erupted upward. Gisorn caught Nanako before she fell, her eyes glitching slightly. Suddenly, she was no longer over the lava but back at the entrance where everyone first met.

"I will deal with you in a second," Gisorn growled, his voice dripping with menace.

In the blink of an eye, Nana watched as he disappeared again.

She looked around, taking in the scene. Another man lay knocked out at the base of the staircase, and broken holes marred the walls. The air was thick with tension and the lingering heat from the lava.

Meanwhile, Todd covered his face as the lava shot upward around everyone. Gisorn reappeared, a malevolent grin on his face. "Now, you can all go ahead and die," he declared, raising his hand. Chains began to descend, but before they could reach their targets, a massive portal ripped open, 40 meters wide and tall.

A deafening roar emanated from the portal before Vick and Sanguina erupted out of it. A disgusting creature followed, its roar shaking the very ground. Sanguina had an odd rope wrapped around the beast, its eyes glowing a fierce red.

King Griswald's eyes widened in shock. "Who the hell is this and how is she controlling the beast!?" he exclaimed, his voice barely audible over the chaos.

Gisorn sneered, "I don't have time for this. She'll likely realize she can leave or go back the way she came…" He muttered under his breath, "Shit, I don't want to be demoted. But maybe they can actually defeat this creature…"

He rubbed the top of his nose, pinching it together in frustration as the creature was inches from slamming into him. "Return!" he commanded.

Suddenly, the intense heat vanished, and everyone found themselves back on the concrete pavement at the entrance of the cave where they had started. Gisorn's throne chair sat ominously at the center.

Gisorn watched as the giant creature slugged around, causing chaos. He sighed deeply, irritation evident in his expression. "You're destroying my room. Begone, disgusting creature," he said, swiping his hand. The creature vanished instantly.

Shortly after, Gisorn's black armor began to revert to its original state. He looked around, surveying the scene. Nanako was still where Gisorn had left her, struggling to stand. Her body trembled with exhaustion, but her eyes blazed with determination.

"All of you, step forward," Gisorn demanded, sitting down on his throne chair and taking a deep sigh. "Of course, if you're dead or too injured to stand, stay where you are."

Thanks to the efforts of everyone here, you managed to steal the Dragoon's book from my grasp despite all my efforts… and some outside assistance… but that is beside the point. You all have shown, one way or another, the audacity required to take on the Dragoon. And even then, you will likely fail and lose.

But that is no longer my concern. It is clear that you would rather destroy the book, releasing him in my domain, than just die peacefully.

Lady Sanguina, the Vampire, I hope you take responsibility for this and the damage that will be unleashed on this world if they fail."

Lady Sanguina stood up tall, her presence commanding and imposing. Nana's eyes widened in disbelief. "She was actually able to come?! Just how strong is she?" she whispered, her voice filled with awe.

Gisorn continued, his gaze sharp and unforgiving. "This fight is far from over. You've proven your worth, but the real challenge lies ahead. The Dragoon is a force unlike any you've encountered. If you fail, the consequences will be catastrophic."

King Griswald stepped forward, his expression resolute. "We understand the stakes, Gisorn. We will face the Dragoon and do whatever it takes to stop him."

Vick and Todd nodded in agreement, their faces set with determination. Orin, still clutching his bow, looked to Nanako, who returned his gaze with a firm nod. They were ready.

Gisorn's eyes flickered with a mix of anger and respect. "Very well. Prepare yourselves. The path ahead is fraught with danger, and the Dragoon will test every ounce of your strength and resolve. Lady Sanguina, you will accompany them."

Lady Sanguina inclined her head slightly, her eyes never leaving Gisorn's. "I will ensure they have every chance to succeed," she said, her voice cold and measured.

Gisorn placed a hand over his nose, his eyes narrowing. "I sure hope so. I'm risking a lot not just killing you all. Pray none of you see me without my restrictions…"

With a snap of his fingers, a great force pushed against them. In the blink of an eye, they were all thrown out of the cave and back onto the dirt-soiled ground. The sun burned bright overhead, a stark contrast to the darkness of the cave.

Moments later, Nana heard the sound of a train roaring loudly overhead. She looked up, shielding her eyes from the sun, and saw a massive train speeding by on an elevated blue energy tracks in the air.

King Griswald smirked and stated, "Just on time. That Bracken sure knows how to show up perfectly."n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

Nana smiled, her relief evident. "Wow, we actually made it out… but we still lost someone along the way and many are injured."

King Griswald put a reassuring hand on her shoulder. "Yes, and that is a burden I will have to carry," he said, his voice heavy with responsibility.

Sanguina stepped up, her eyes fixed on Griswald. "Ah, so you're the King everyone has been mentioning. I've been meaning to talk with you. Who are you really?"

Griswald met her gaze, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "I am King Griswald, ruler of these lands. But titles mean little in times of such dire need. We all fight for the same cause now."