Chapter 33. Kidnapped

GATEKEEPER’S ILLUSION

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"Amusing. You've managed to form an orb without the water spirit's permission. Quite amusing indeed. But I doubt you can stop it. My stone isn't as easy to handle as you think," taunted the gatekeeper.

Unfazed, he directed his orb towards his hand, which was trapped in asphalt. With determination, he plunged his hand into the orb, feeling relief as the water eased the asphalt's hold. "Impressive," the gatekeeper remarked.

Controlling the orb, he floated it in front of him, slowly rising to his feet. "But how about this? Can you stop the Stone of Faith?"

Without warning, the Stone of Faith struck, causing him intense pain. Yet, he swiftly used his orb to ensnare it again, managing to halt its assault. Despite this, each