426 The Event Settling Down, Starting the History About the Blood Demon Race (1/2)

Day 73 - 10:30 AM - Mountain Base, Mount Malabito, General Nakar, Quezon

The tremendous event was witnessed by almost everyone, in and out of the base. Whether it be humans, animals, insects, infected, or non-mortal beings, they saw the blood-red color that covered the clouds and the sky in several mile radii. It was even if they did not see the actual reason.

With the blood-red sky could be seen miles away, many people were alarmed.

The new survivors that now inhabited Barangay Daraitan closed their doors tightly as they gazed at the strange sight.

Even the New Infanta Settlement was alarmed by the scene, and the military went in full alert. Civilians were told to retreat back to their dwellings and wait for further instructions. On the other hand, survivor groups known for their inhuman abilities were called for a possible disaster. It was especially since everyone here experienced the pitch-black storm that destroyed three settlements not long ago.

Not only that... Unknown to most people, other smaller survivor groups managed to survive hidden in many places. Even these poor people felt terrified because of the ominous appearance of the sky.

Not to mention the earthquake that occurred. It was not too strong. However, the tremors were still felt by everyone within a great distance.

As for the non-mortals, they were even more shocked. Being otherworldly entities themselves, they were sensitive to the immense influx of supernatural force that transpired below the blood sky. Of course, they felt threatened. Such amount of energy undoubtedly belonged to something nearing the level of a lower deity. They could only help that it was not a malicious entity. Or else, they would be forced to flee.

That powerful entity could become the new overlord of these mountains. Because of that, while some felt fear, some of these creatures started to consider paying their respects.

This had been a rule to these races. If one could not defend themselves, they would either run away or submit. That way, they could ensure their lives.

It was because, unlike the world of mortals, the world of the paranormal was more prone to deadly conflicts. Deadly enough that a single dispute might end up a to the fall of a whole race.

***

While everyone outside feared, the actual cause of the event was now at a stupor.

As the supposed short session of planting the Spirit Tree had finished, the sky started to clear up back to its natural state. The violent surge of paranormal energies had finally calmed down and vanished.

At the same time, Mark and those that knelt towards him finally snapped out of their trance.

They were all confused as to what in the world happened. Especially Mark, who transformed into something he never had before.

Feeling not used to the slight weight added to his forehead, he touched it only to get pricked by his sharply pointed horns. Each red blood horns were about four inches long with a bit of curve. Mark could not understand why this pair of horns suddenly grew.

Inspecting his body, he felt his canine fangs and saw the new pair of wings that grew on his back. Furthermore, his hair grew once again... Now, it had a bit or red highlights mixed with the previous white ones. The most annoying part was that he had to cut this long hair for the 4th time already.

”Gege! Are you okay?”

Mei immediately came towards him with the three girls. Both Iola and Miracle seemed to be confused as to what had transpired earlier. But one thing they were sure, their bodies were far stronger than before.

”I'm fine...” Mark replied and looked at Iola and Miracle. ”Are you two fine?”

Mark saw everything, even though he had no control over his body at that time. It would be lying if he said that he was not worried about Iola, and Miracle.

”Papa. I'm fine, I think.”

”Fine! I'm fine!”

Both Iola and Miracle, replied respectively. As there the two really seemed fine, Mark sighed in relief.

Mark looked around toward everyone that exhibited that strange behavior. Despite looking confused, they all seemed to be alright. That was a good thing.

Still, Mark could feel a distinct aura from them that was not different from his. It was as if everyone was connected. Though the connection was a bit weak and unnoticeable.

Then...

PANG!!!

Everyone received a great shock as they suddenly heard a loud some amidst the confusion.

When everyone turned where the sound came from, they saw Alana, who was still in a punching pose. It seemed that for some reason, she punched the metal wall of the structure near her.

The most surprising thing, however, was that her fist actually sunk half an inch into the wall. It would not be this shocking if what she punched was a regular metal sheet. That black wall she had just hit was in no doubt made of [Blood Metal].

Alana might be an Evolver. However, her ability was her enhanced stamina. There was no way for her to be able to do such a thing.

”Ooops... Sorry, everyone...”

Alana noticed the commotion she created. She could not help but apologize while scratching her head. Of course, it could not be hidden in her expression that she was absolutely confused about her current strength.

In that commotion, Mark called Huey and Jolleen to make everyone disperse. He decided to sort things first before telling the crowed what actually happened here. Of course, he decided to make those that were acting strange earlier to remain.

And lastly...

”Pefile, just what are you doing here?”

Mark called out to someone that no one in the settlement knew of.

In their search for the person, the owner of the base was calling for. They saw an unfamiliar person step out of the crowd. Everyone was surprised at the fact that someone handsome looking was here, and no one knew about him.

Of course, Edzel somehow saw recognized that person. There was no doubt that he was the person that guided him to Pearl. This mysterious person actually appeared here. Edzel was confused. Furthermore, Mark seemed to know this person.

”You really surprise me. You know that?”

Pefile said as he approached Mark while panning his sight from Mark towards the Spirit Tree.

”Do you know anything about this?”

Mark asked with a frown.