"The other two Cores were destroyed by Liebbe," Alex said, his voice grim. "That leaves only one more. If I take that Core, I'll try to save it before it's too late."
Serafina leaned closer to the Core, her golden eyes narrowing as she inspected it. "But… curious… I never thought there would be another Core in this land."
"Not many do," Akiko replied, her tone serious. "It's been hidden, protected for centuries. No one knows its true location except for those who've been entrusted with its guardianship."
"Yeah," Alex chuckled, recalling the memory. "When I first entered that Torii Gate, I was greeted by some strange creature that protected the Core. Quite the bizarre encounter, to be honest."
Serafina glanced at him, a hint of amusement in her eyes. "A creature guarding such power... sounds like a fitting challenge for anyone seeking it."
Alex turned to Serafina, his eyes narrowing as he spoke. "But you said the Core can make you immortal, right? Care to elaborate?"
