Chapter 2
Arodes
"A creation from the earth."
"Hidden and spying eyes."
"A magic mirror that gives revelation and guidance."
"Arods!"
Using Elvish, which allows communication with nature, and combining it with his understanding of Arodes, Xia'er composed a name on the spot that most likely points to the Mirror of the Simp.
To increase accuracy, he used his spirituality to draw a mirror in the water, based on the design he had seen before his transmigration, with black gemstones inlaid on both sides as "eyes".
His actions seemed reckless, and indeed they were, but he didn't regret it; it was the lowest-risk, highest-return option.
In the Cataclysmic Era, even without cheat codes, time travelers will die a horrible death.
The birth of the Magic Mirror Arodes is related to God, and his level is roughly between demigod and angel. If he can get the help of the Magic Mirror, he will be able to survive better in this extraordinary world.
"Fairy, is that you calling me?"
Soon, a faint light appeared in the dark ocean. Ripples spread across the surface of the water mirror that Shael had "sculpted" through water manipulation, and streaks of silver-white Elvish characters emerged.
"it's me."
I have answered your question.
"Now it's my turn to ask a question."
Xia Er nodded in satisfaction. This mirror was indeed of high quality; it could locate the target with just a signal.
The surface of the water mirror flickered, seemingly puzzled, but after sensing the gray mist aura emanating from Shael, the runes on the mirror surface still appeared:
"Go ahead and ask."
Shael waved his hand, and a necromancer trapped in the water curtain was dragged over. He smiled and looked at the "Silver Mirror" and said:
"As the bystander who asked the question, as you can see, my position is rather awkward, and I need some help. Would you be willing to play with me for a while?"
He said it directly.
Ripples spread across the surface of the "silver mirror," as if it hadn't expected to hear such words.
"sure."
"I am very honored."
"Silver Mirror" gave a somewhat stiff and hesitant response.
It was very happy to receive the invitation, and the other person's aura made it feel warm and friendly.
"Now, it's your turn to ask a question."
Xia Er hadn't expected that the sycophantic mirror would be so easy to handle at this time. He reached out and gently tapped the "silver mirror" in front of him, and laughed.
"Okay, I'd like to ask."
"Arods..."
"Did you give me this name?"
The "Silver Mirror" seemed to shyly reveal Elvish runes.
Chael's smile froze.
He seemed to see countless boomerangs flying from the present into the future.
"Don't you have a name yet?"
"I'm a little surprised," Xia Er asked.
"Yes, actually, I have only recently begun to awaken my wisdom. Before that, I was just drifting around aimlessly."
The "Magic Mirror" chose direct communication between spirits, transcending language, making its meaning easier for Shael to understand.
Did you only develop sentience in the late Third Age?
Xia Er was somewhat surprised. He didn't think this "magic mirror" had any reason to deceive him, but it wasn't bad news for him. As the saying goes, a virtuous person possesses a treasure.
Do you like the name Arrodes?
He asked with a smile.
"Thank you, elf."
"I really like this name; I think it suits me perfectly."
"May I call you by your name?"
Arrodes asked with a mixture of delight and anticipation.
"My name?"
"you do not know?"
Shael raised an eyebrow slightly, then smiled gently:
"Chael, that's my name."
"You can certainly call me by my name. I'd be happy to be your friend, just as I really need your protection and help."
Xia Er did not hide his purpose. He also knew that lying would be meaningless in front of this "magic mirror" that had been touched by the extraordinary abilities of all five families.
"I will, Shael."
"I'm glad you're willing to be my friend."
"I will try my best to help you."
Arodes's spirituality began to stir, and silver ripples undulated rhythmically, unable to conceal their excitement and joy.
It's like a lonely toddler, bewildered as it observes this strange and dangerous world, when another person extends an invitation to it.
"What do you need me to do?"
"I'm still very capable."
"I can take you to find the extraordinary traits you need, and I can also help you foresee the dangers you might encounter."
"Chael, you need to leave here. I can see that a large creature is approaching this area. You can head west; the waters there are safer for now."
Before Shael could ask any questions, Arodes began to explain its abilities and helped Shael light up the minimap, illuminating large areas of shadow on it.
"I believe you, Arrodes."
Looking at Arodes, who was even more proactive than herself, Xia Er suddenly felt like she was in a hard mode, secretly entering cheat codes.
It seems that Arrodes hasn't yet established the rules and restrictions for mutual questioning that will be common in the future? Is it still immature?
Chael didn't pay much attention to the problem. He continued to dive into the deep sea, following the small map that Arodes had lit up.
He is an elven singer who has lived in the deep sea for a long time without any problems.
"Arods."
He called out softly as he cleaved through the boldly marked red-named monsters.
"I am here!"
He replied almost instantly, or rather, Arodes's attention was always on that spot.
"You should know that there are far too many beings in this world like you who can receive revelation from the spirit world, destiny, and various other places."
"Although things are chaotic on land right now, they probably don't have the time or inclination to pay attention to an elf from a remote sea area, but I still want to ask, do you possess any abilities related to stealth?"
"If you can't find a way, then I want to find the extraordinary trait of the Calamity Priest that can help me advance to demigod as soon as possible. Demigods should possess some hidden general abilities to some extent."
Storm Path Sequence 4 Disaster Priest.
Shael didn't really want to rush into becoming a demigod, but if Arodes had no other choice, then rushing into the demigod was the only option.
At least demigods have relatively high base stats, so finding a high priest of calamity in the deep sea should be more difficult than finding some other demigods with stealth abilities.
"Shael, the gray mist around you is enough to conceal you. If you hadn't called out to me, I wouldn't have noticed you."
Arodes sensed that Shael might not yet be aware of the mystery and power of the gray mist, so it could only offer a subtle reminder, as it itself was not very familiar with it either.
After seeing the "magic mirror's" prompt, Xia Er lowered his head slightly, looking at the faint gray-white mist still surrounding him, feeling both relieved and amused.
Is this Gray Fog (Source Castle)'s second missed shot and their unwillingness to accept it? Do they want to salvage the situation?