The moment A-Tuo was swallowed by the golden sphere, his world plunged into endless darkness. However, this was not the end, but the beginning of a new trial. A-Tuo's consciousness was pulled into an intangible space, an other-dimensional world he couldn't comprehend.
Here, there was no time, no space, only endless darkness and chilling wind. He desperately wanted to break free from this place, but found his body bound, unable to move. It was an absolutely inescapable cage.
"You have finally come." An unfamiliar voice broke the darkness. It was a deep and majestic voice, as if echoing from the depths of ancient times. The voice revealed a sense of oppressive power that was impossible to resist.
A-Tuo strained his eyes, finally seeing a massive figure before him. It was a tall silhouette, draped in a layer of golden light, but its face was obscured by shadow. This being didn't look human; it seemed more like a guardian, a deity who controlled fate.
"Who are you?" A-Tuo's voice trembled, but a firm power surged within his heart. He was no longer the cowardly student he once was; he no longer feared.
The golden figure lowered its head slightly, its voice filled with power: "I am the guardian of fate, and the guide of the Feather Kingdom. I govern the rules of this realm. You, A-Tuo, will be the most unique existence in this world."
A-Tuo frowned, taking a deep breath. "Then why have you brought me here? I have no desire to be your tool!"
A hint of displeasure flashed in the golden figure's eyes, but then it spoke coldly: "You are not without choice. Fate has already paved your path, and you, no matter what, cannot escape it. I will grant you power so that you can survive in the Feather Kingdom and challenge the final trial."
A-Tuo's heart pounded. He knew this was unavoidable; he had no choice but to accept the challenge. He suppressed the fear in his heart and calmly asked, "If I accept your power, can I change fate?"
A cold smile curled at the corner of the golden figure's lips. "Change fate? That sounds like an impossible tale. You only need to learn how to survive, how to face those merciless enemies. Only then will you have a chance to leave the Feather Kingdom, to survive this endless trial."
As it spoke, A-Tuo felt a powerful force surging within him. Every cell in his body seemed to burn, every muscle vibrated intensely. An unprecedented power overwhelmed him, his vision became clearer, and his mind became exceptionally calm.
"I can sense your will, your determination," the golden figure's tone shifted slightly. "Then, are you ready?"
A-Tuo's eyes were filled with resolve. He clenched his fists, his voice incredibly firm: "I am ready."
With his reply, the golden figure reached out, and a dazzling light enveloped A-Tuo's body. The light grew stronger and stronger until he was completely submerged within it. All pain, fear, and struggle vanished, leaving only the rising power.
An unprecedented force instantly flooded his entire being. A clear voice echoed in A-Tuo's mind—it was the power deep within him, finally awakened. In this moment, he was no longer the helpless student, but a strong individual standing at the pinnacle of fate.
He took a deep breath, feeling a powerful energy coursing through his body, a hint of fervor flashing in his eyes: "This is my power! I am no longer afraid! This time, I will conquer fate!"
The golden figure chuckled softly, a hint of approval in its gaze. "Very good. You will become the strongest being I have ever seen."
With these words, A-Tuo's body was no longer that of a fragile youth. His eyes were filled with determination and power. He was no longer a victim waiting for fate, but someone who could control his own destiny.
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