Endless Silver Machine

——Central Sea.

Outside of the continent, whose complete picture has yet to be explored, it is far away from the western waters where the Sea Mist Fleet operates.

Perhaps across the central sea, a new continent may be found somewhere in this world on the other side of the ocean, but so far no race has the ability to explore it.

The aviation magic ship "Yuktrashil" is like a silver-white comet, dragging its graceful tail across the sky.

Their altitude had dropped below the clouds.

"Master, we are very close."

"Slow down, Hitomi."

Aika looked out the window at the scenery, where the sky and the sea reflected each other. The splashing waves, the occasional high rolling waves, and the mighty whitecaps will gradually return to calmness.

Different from the tranquility brought by the blue sky, the huge blue canvas brings a majestic look.

This is not the first time that everyone has appreciated the sea. In the days of the Sea Fog Fleet, they were with the sea all day long. But this is the first time to overlook the huge blue canvas from such a high angle. The boundless and jumping sea makes the viewers' hearts swell.

There are many islands scattered on the sea below "Yuktra Hill", most of which are small islands that are lush and green, exuding endless vitality.

"It is said that the concentration of magic particles around the World Tree is very high, which may be the reason why those islands are covered with vegetation."

The magic particles contained in the air are the source of life for everything in the world. Now everyone knows that the magic particles on which everything in the world depends for survival originated from the World Tree, which further confirms this hypothesis.

"There shouldn't be a fourth- or fifth-level sea monster hiding down here, right?"

"Ling, do you think you have a phobia of the deep sea?"

The so-called abyssal phobia is a strange disease in which people become nervous when they see the sea because they regard the deep sea as a terrifying abyss. It is said that people who are afraid of dark and confined spaces may also develop thalassophobia.

"You can't see anything in the sea. The further you go down, the darker it becomes. It must be easy to think of some strange things. But I have never been afraid. I have been in the sea before."

"Stop talking, Liuyin is starting to imagine."

"I-I'm not afraid!"

Patients with severe deep sea phobia can simply imagine that they are in a dark and closed space, and some kind of huge black shadow suddenly appears under their feet, and the next moment they are swallowed by the unknown behemoth with its bloody mouth. The fear will be vivid in your mind, as if you have experienced it yourself.

"nonexistent."

"Hitomi, are you saying there are no high-level monsters here?"

"The intelligent monsters will not covet the magic power of the World Tree. That approach is self-destruction. There will be no intelligent monsters other than the World Tree in what you call the Central Sea."

"Do you mean occupying the mountain and becoming the king..."

Just listening to Hitomi and Hikaru's description of the World Tree, it seemed miraculous. Aika increasingly wants to explore the true identity of the legendary ancient monster that is located outside the fifth level and is the root of the world.

"No, no, we are here to help Wei Xi wake up..."

"Aika, what are you talking about alone there..."

"Yectrasil" does not have a directional device that can determine the location of the World Tree. The specific location of the World Tree is sensed by Hitomi's intuition, so as to adjust the direction of "Yectrasil".

Aika understands this way, Hitomi's feeling should be similar to the feeling of being connected by the magical path that is invisible to daily life between herself and Lolo. Maybe there is a connection like that between Hitomi and the World Tree. After all, Hitomi's existence symbolizes the World Tree itself.

In addition to the islands of different shapes and the sea with similar scenery, there is always the illusion that you may get lost in the vast ocean. If the World Tree is really just ahead as Hitomi said, with a giant body that is said to be rooted on the bottom of the sea and with the blue sky above its head, like Optimus Prime, its shadow should be almost visible by now.

But so far, there is still no visible change in the horizontal line in front of "Yuktra Hill".

"Hitomi..."

"Prepare to enter the barrier of the World Tree."

"Eh? What did you say?"

The sudden announcement and as soon as Hitomi finished speaking, everyone felt as if they had crossed a certain boundary.

It was a strange feeling that was difficult to describe in words.

As if to prove that the strange feeling was not groundless, the clear sky suddenly became covered with dark clouds.

There were frequent deafening thunders in the distance, like the low roars of hungry beasts squeezed from the depths of their throats.

"This feeling……"

"Well, it's very similar to when we broke through the ruins barrier before..."

The only people present who could recall the same feeling were Aika and Ling, who had participated in the exploration of the ruins of Shimozuki Academy together.

If the ruins were born from the magic power inherited from the World Tree, then it would make sense to have a similar feeling at this time.

The originally monotonous horizontal lines have undergone significant changes.

At first, there was a thick fog all around, making all the outlines of the scenery blurry.

Today's weather was originally very clear, the airspace in the central sea area was cloudless, and the view was very wide. However, the beautiful blue landscape has now turned into gray.

The soothing sea breeze also turned into a terrifying violent wind. The abnormal wind pressure even forced the huge body of the super-large aviation magic ship off its planned orbit.

"Hitomi, it seems that World Tree doesn't welcome you very much."

I originally thought that Hitomi and the World Tree were born from the same root, and that approaching the World Tree would not be much hindered. I didn't expect that I would receive such treatment in advance without even seeing the shadow of the World Tree.

"I'm just the master's magic costume..."

"Yes, you are just my Hitomi," Aika quickly walked to Hitomi's side, "It's easy for the two of us to break through this level of barrier together, right?"

"no problem."

Except for Aika and Hitomi, who entered the state without authorization, everyone else watched silently as the master and slave built a "barrier" in the luxurious cab that was inaccessible to others.

The violent storm in front of him continued to consume the power and magic power of "Yuktra Hill".

There was no time left for them to hesitate.

As the root of the world, the surroundings of the World Tree are inviolable forbidden areas, so so far no creature can approach the World Tree from the outside.

Even the body of the World Tree is hidden in the invisible barrier.

Under the cover of the violent storm, the majestic shadow of the World Tree was still invisible, and even the scenery outside the window of "Yuktra Hill" disappeared from the field of vision without a trace.

A deafening loud noise followed and exploded at a very close distance, which was exactly the same as the barrier of the ruins.

"This can't be an ordinary natural phenomenon. Even magic equipment can't build this kind of barrier..."

"The World Tree is the mother of all magic costumes, and her enchantment may be the most powerful enchantment in the world."

"If Xiao Xi were here now..."

"Xue Chao Xiji can't do it either. She is just a fallen leaf of the World Tree."

What Hitong means is that Wei Xi only has one ten thousandth of the power of the World Tree. In front of the Creator, the power of all living things seems so small and powerless.

"Don't worry so much, we are already here, there is no option to go back. Hitomi, no matter what, we have to break through the barrier of the World Tree!"

Several tornadoes were like Optimus Prime standing on the sea, forming a force surrounding "Yuktra Hill", as if a giant beast with wisdom regarded them as the target of destruction.

There were flashes of light everywhere among the thick clouds, like a group of giant golden snakes raising their heads and swaying.

"I'm sorry, Wei Xi..." I don't know if it was because he was getting closer to the World Tree, but Aika felt that the connection between himself and Wei Xi became more active, "I want to borrow your magic."

This feeling is incredible. Although it is ethereal, it can be firmly grasped in your hands.

Aika has an unfounded confidence that she can do it now.

"Master, body..."

"I know, I'll pay attention."

Controlling Hitomi and Wei Xi at the same time, Aika had learned enough lessons last time. Aika prayed in her heart that her body could produce some kind of antibody to resist this side effect.

Pure white magic light shines around Aika, her vision is filled with light, and familiar power flows through the contract path between Aika and Wei Xi.

--can do it! This is the wish of Wei Xi and me!

Pure white magic circles appeared on the top and bottom of "Yuctra Sil", placing the majestic hull in between like a sandwich. At this moment, Aika had absolute control over this power.

"The phosphorus birdcage——"

The two-layered pure white magic array turned into a pale geometric magic barrier, surrounding the body of "Yuktra Hill" layer by layer.

"This is...Xiao Xi's magic..."

"Why would Aika and Wei Xi..."

"This is the power of love between the holder and the magical costume that has made a contract, my master."

"What are you talking about...wait a minute, Aika seems to be in pain..."

Despite successfully deploying Wei Xi's strongest defense, Aika was suffering from the expected headache.

"Hitomi, don't worry about me, just move forward at the maximum speed..."

Aika put all her energy into maintaining Cang Phosphorus's birdcage, gritted her teeth and said to Hitomi, who was looking here uneasily.

"Aika, don't force it!"

Ling could only watch anxiously, unable to do anything for Aika, who was now suffering from pain.

The light next to her turned her head to look at such a master, and her figure disappeared silently.

"Eh...what do you mean, Hikaru? Is this really possible?"

"Miss Ling?"

"Although I don't know if it can be done...it doesn't matter. Compared with the small problems on my side, Aika has endured more pain for us!"

Ling blushed and ended the communication with Guang unilaterally, and quickly approached Aika.

"Ling, don't come close to me now, it may be dangerous..."

"I don't want to either!" Ling interrupted his warning even more anxiously than the client, Aika, "Aika, promise me, no matter what I do next, you won't waver!"

"what are you talking about……"

"Hurry up and promise me! No matter what I do, I won't affect Wei Xi's magic!"

"……I see."

Aika responded seriously to Ling's request and returned all her attention to maintaining Wei Xi's magic outfit.

Ling walked forward in two steps, raised Aika's face and kissed his lips without concealment.

At this moment, Aika finally knew why Ling warned him. Despite this, his magic power inevitably wavered, the pale barrier appeared weak, and the hull of "Yuctra Sil" shook suddenly.

But when she thought of Ling's determination to do this, and that her efforts would never be in vain, Aika quickly stabilized her mentality.

When their lips touched, another kind of magic that had never been felt before flowed into Aika's body.

The kiss didn't last long, but Ling closed her eyes tightly and pressed against Aika's body. Although she may not know the true purpose of this kiss, she still takes such a sacred act seriously.

After a few seconds, Ling left Aika's body with crimson cheeks and rapid breathing.

"Don't get me wrong, this is just what the situation requires..." Her reaction was more obvious than Aika's. She had clearly reminded Aika to stay calm before, "Just tell me that you can share my spiritual world with you." Part of it, do you feel better?”

During the kiss, Aika clearly felt that the pain from her splitting headache was relieved a lot.

"Thank you, Ling, it's completely fine."

Ling raised her arm to cover her mouth, summoned the Light Flame Sword with her other hand, and held the red-gold sword across her chest.

Two layers of magic arrays overlapped, which were Wei Xi's magic and Ling's magic.

Multiple giant tornadoes rolled up from the sea have locked their targets and are constantly approaching the hull of "Yuktra Hill".

"Aika, you can definitely do it!"

Feeling the warm magic power of Ling integrated into her body, Aika merged the power of the two girls into one.

"Canghui's Birdcage——"

The pale barrier was plated with a thin layer of gold, and the pure white and red gold magic particles blended into the silvery magic light of "Yuktra Hill".

Thanks to everyone's concerted efforts, "Yectrasil" showed maneuverability that was incompatible with its majestic hull and shuttled through the gaps in the tornado herd. Although the violent tornado pursued it like a bloodthirsty beast, "Yuctra Sil" remained unmoved at all. Hitomi controlled the huge hull and calmly continued to dodge. It was unbelievable that it was so huge. The steel body can actually show such superb mobility.

If one part is not enough, use two parts; if two parts are not enough, use three parts.

The combined strength of everyone is enough to break through the roadblocks set by the root of the world!

"Hitomi, are you ready?"

Hitomi, who was controlling "Yectrasil" to avoid the tornado attack, understood Aika's intention just by looking at his words.

"no problem."

She answered calmly, completely unmoved by the storm outside.

Aika showed a smile that predicted victory, and at the same time used her own strength that was pressed at the bottom of the box.

“Mechanical Alchemy—‘Yuktrassil’!”

Multiple sets of gunports throughout the "Yuktrassil" hull were opened at the same time. The magic cannons converged at one point, erupting with astonishing magic power, piercing through the dark cumulonimbus clouds shrouding the sky with thunderous momentum. The magic cannons passed through Traces naturally form a path.

"Go! The road has been opened, just keep moving!"

As long as you don't stop, the road is ahead.

So, don't stop!

Aika broke through his own limits. He gritted his teeth and stared intently at the trajectory created by the magic cannon of "Yectrasil".

With Ling, Tong, Wei Xi, and many people watching and waiting for him by his side, Aika seemed to have grown wings and gained the power to fly freely into the sky.

The next moment, "Yuktra Hill" finally broke into the thick, dark cumulonimbus clouds, and went upstream along the path that everyone had opened up with unabated momentum.