A dimensional journey starting from the Dragon Clan

The only people who find it inconvenient to move around because there are no motor vehicles are the young Kelly and his family, and Xia Li, who works as a housekeeper. For the boy's family, who lives in a dense forest far away from the village, there is really no other means of transportation except this dilapidated truck.

"Arimago...means 'big crab', right?"

The boy asked, Xia Li nodded.

"A long time ago, this island was used to place sacrifices to the sea god. But one day, a girl had no choice but to steal the sacrifices to the god because she had no food for her seriously ill mother. As a result, the girl suffered When he was punished by heaven, he was transformed into a crab."

"What a terrible legend,"

"It is said that from then on, catching crabs from this island and eating them can cure all diseases. The girl's mother also recovered from the long-term pain."

"It's getting more and more excessive. He is simply an unreasonable Poseidon."

As folklore, records such as murals like this are not uncommon. If you look carefully, you can find it everywhere in the world.

"Um, is the Shen Du who worshiped Shen Man still there?"

"It's long gone. But no one knows if it really existed. According to legend, it seems to have been built next to Kelly's house."

So the girl who was turned into a crab actually went so far into the depths of the forest to steal offerings for her mother? Instead of going through so much trouble, it would be more convenient to catch some fish directly at the beach.

"No one in the village is willing to go near your house because of this legend. It is said that it is an ominous place. If you go near it often, you will be punished by God. I have also been warned."

"How could it be...then nothing happens to me who lives there?"

"Kelly, you are no longer a stranger. Everyone in the village regards you as my brother."

Although his brother's words could not completely relieve the young man, compared with his father who never left the house, Kelly had to help Xia Li buy things every time, so they basically took a ride to the village together every day.

It must have been a year since I moved to this island. Now everyone on the island will greet the boy cordially when they see him. Even the children in the village who started fighting with him now join him in playing pranks on others.

Although this place is very far away from his hometown, for the boy, he still likes this place called Alimagog Island very much.

Although he felt very bored every day in the first few weeks after moving here, Kelly's heart was gradually captured by the dazzling sunshine and colorful sparkling waves of the southern country.

But for my father, who never approached anyone and never left the house, it would be difficult to feel that there was anything pleasant about it.

"If father could communicate more with people in the village, maybe there would be some changes."

"Hmm~~Who knows."

Xia Li said with a wry smile while skillfully maneuvering the steering wheel to avoid the protruding rocks on the road.

"Father Simon, I have always disliked your father's behavior because he often preached to me. He said that if I continued to work in that house, I would sooner or later be charmed by demons and so on."

"...That's it."

Father Simon, who usually seemed so kind-hearted, actually commented on his father like this behind his back. The young man who knew this fact couldn't help but feel a little depressed. But there was nothing we could do. In other words, an evaluation of "this level" should at least be considered a blessing. If Father Simon really knew everything his father had done, he would definitely drive both father and son off the island.

Xia Li patted her waist and motioned to Kelly to show him the silver dagger on her belt.

"Look, this knife. The priest forced it on me and told me to carry it with me. He said it was a very effective amulet."

"...Isn't this the knife you usually use to peel fruits?"

"Well, this knife is very sharp and easy to use. It must be a very valuable thing."

Xia Li continued to speak in a calm tone. Unlike the boy, she seemed not to feel anything gloomy about this topic at all.

"Aren't you afraid, Charlie? Aren't you afraid of my dad?"

Although the young man hesitated, he finally asked. Charlie nodded cheerfully.

"I know your father is not an ordinary person, and judging from his behavior, it is not unreasonable for the villagers to have some suspicions about him. But since you are doing that kind of research, it is also okay to stay away from the city and live in seclusion on such a remote island. There’s nothing you can do about it, but it’s because of this that your father is truly a great person.”

The young man suddenly realized that for some reason, once she talked about her father, Xia Li suddenly became mature and rational. She is obviously a girl only four years older than herself, and she is definitely not mature enough to be an adult yet.

"Any of his knowledge and discoveries will be a major discovery that can change everything in this world. Of course, anyone who knows this kind of thing will feel scared, so there is no way to do it secretly... But for me, I really believe that that kind of power can be of great help to the world, and I have always believed that.”

"...Is that kind of thing really possible?"

"He may have given up. But Kelly, if it were you, I believe it would succeed!"

Xia Li said with a serious expression. The young man said with disappointment.

"What? Isn't Dad's most proud disciple Xia Li? If I want to continue, it should be you Xia Li."

Xia Li, who often goes to their home, not only does housekeeping services such as cleaning the house, but also helps his father as an assistant at work. My father once said that Xia Li, a girl with extraordinary brains and talents, would be a pity to stay on this isolated island. For a father who has always adhered to secrecy. To be able to reuse a strange woman in this way shows Xia Li's talent.

But Xia Li laughed and shook her head.

"I'm not a disciple. At most, I'm just an assistant, a handyman, a helper. So I don't know anything about the key parts.

But Kelly, you are different from me. You must inherit your father's career. The things your father is studying now will have to be continued by you sooner or later. Are you ready for this? Although it is a bit early for you to say this. "

"…………"

Xia Li said sincerely.\\nShe felt like a sister who truly cared about her younger brother. The young man was so entangled in the complicated emotions in his heart that he could not speak.

He has no memory of his mother who died after giving birth to him. For a teenager, the only so-called family member is his father. Although his father was a bit paranoid and very strict, he was also a very gentle and great father. That is the person that the boy respects and loves the most in the world.

Therefore, when he discovered that his most beloved father actually valued an "assistant" more than his biological son, the young man felt very uneasy at first. He even became hostile towards Xia Li. But Xia Li's cheerful personality and gentle attitude quickly untied the boy's heart.

It's almost like there's a new member in the family. Xia Li respected the boy's father as if he were her own father, and cared for the boy as if he were her own brother. For a teenager who has no female relatives, "sister" means far more than the literal meaning.

No - maybe it wasn't so exaggerated at first, but recently there was such a strange throbbing in the boy's chest.

I know Xia Li's gentleness, cheerfulness and virtuousness very well. But not only that, even her completely unconscious movements - such as her side face while humming a song while steering the steering wheel - look so beautiful, why?

"Kelly, what do you want to be when you grow up? If you inherit your father's research, how are you going to use it?"

"……Why?"

The boy who was imagining things was brought back to reality by Xia Li's question.

"The power to change the world. Sooner or later you will get it."

"..."

Father's legacy. I'd be lying if I said I'd never thought about it. The young man fully understands its value and significance.

Not to mention its uses.

But he had to say it himself, especially in front of Xia Li.\\nThe young man seemed a little hesitant. He didn't want to be called naive by others, especially by Xia Li.

"...This needs to be kept secret."

"Um?"

Xia Li smiled meaningfully, and then continued to ask.

"Then, let me use my own eyes to confirm what Kelly plans to do when he grows up. Until I get the answer, I will always be by your side, okay?"

"……up to you."

The young man looked away as if a little embarrassed.

But even so, the smile of the girl who looked like his sister was still too dazzling for the boy.

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Skin like white wax.

Protruding blue-black veins cut the cheek into pieces.

It seemed as if the pained expression before death filled it.

Dying—that was obvious.

Although he is almost dead, he is still squirming.

If this is a human expression, then this human being will soon become something non-human——

The young man understood this very well.

Night outside. Of course there are no street lights on this island. But even so, the pale light emitted by the bright moonlight outside still quietly illuminated the tragic scene through the window.

This is the chicken coop outside the village. During the day, in order to find Xia Li who suddenly disappeared for some reason, the young man traveled to every corner of the village. Until night, the young man continued to search without giving up.\\nFinally he found this place.

The remains of the eaten chicken...\\nand the "dead man" who was trembling and sobbing deep in the chicken coop.

kill me--

The "dead man" who had the same appearance as his favorite woman sobbed and pleaded.

The silver dagger that was then thrown to the boy's feet reflected a cold and pale light in the moonlight.

fear--

I can’t do it myself——

So, please. kill me--

Before it's too late——

"This kind of thing..."

The young man shook his head and stepped back.

I can not do it.

No matter what you become. Xia Li is Xia Li. We promised to be together forever, the most important family - no, more important people than that.

please--

Charlie gasped in pain, and her voice gradually became frantic. With sad sobs, the girl gasped like a hungry beast.

Already - I can't - before I completely lose control of myself - quickly -

Xia Li's body trembled as if suffering from malaria, and then she suddenly opened her mouth and bit her wrist.

Chi...

Chi... the sound of blood spurting out reached the young man's eardrum.

please--

The persistent pleas drowned out the boy's screams, and he ran out of the chicken coop.

For the young man, what frightened him more than the Charlie in front of him was the light emanating from the dagger at his feet.

I don't know what happened, and I don't want to know what happened.

Now what the young man is praying for is that someone can save them.

The young man firmly believed that someone would be able to rescue them from this nightmare-like fear.

Charlie will definitely be saved. Someone will definitely come to save them.

The young man kept saying this to himself.

Father Simon's church is about five minutes away if you run at full speed.

The boy was crying and running as hard as he could. The pain in my feet and the pain in my chest were all gone.

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Natalia Kaminsky. The woman said her name.

This woman was wearing a dark robe that was very out of place for a tropical night, but there was no sign of sweating. The pale face was expressionless rather than cold. It even makes people wonder whether there is blood flowing in her body and whether she has body temperature like humans.

This is the appearance of the savior who saved the boy from the burning hell.

"Okay, kid. It's about time you answered a few questions for me."

Turning his back to the cold female voice, the boy just stared at the fishing village that was burned by fire in the distance.

The village that had been peaceful until yesterday, which had been sleeping under the peaceful moonlight a few hours ago, was now burning with boundless karma fire. Even if I stood on the cliff opposite and saw it with my own eyes, I still couldn't believe the scene in front of me. I just thought it was all a nightmare.

Those familiar, gentle smiling faces in the village can no longer be seen - it is impossible to believe it anyway. ()