On Duskrice 4, 1850 AC (Arbiter Calendar), everyone eagerly awaited the contents of the custom-made treasure chest prepared by Alistair. However, Alistair was particularly worried about the Legendary Sword, known as the King of the Sea, Tidebreaker. He was surprised that the system had failed to explain—or perhaps deliberately omitted—what would happen when a Legendary Sword was removed from the custom-made treasure chest. The complete mechanism regarding the custom-made treasure chest and its significance compared to ordinary or special chests was not fully disclosed.
The first item to be revealed was a book. Selene took it out and began to examine it. "This is an intriguing learning book titled 'Sacred Bow Arts.' This unique volume allows the user to acquire advanced bow techniques with high precision, as all knowledge is transmitted directly into their thoughts, eliminating the need for reading. However, it is recommended only for those who possess both aura and holy energy within their bodies. To qualify, an individual must have been blessed by a priest or priestess of one of the three Goddesses of the Two Arbiter Continents of Freedom and Neutrality."
Everyone in the guild erupted with cheers and laughter at Alistair's discovery of another valuable item inside the custom-made treasure chest. "Based on my expertise, this kind of learning book can be found in city-level or higher large communities. The quality of this learning book is top-notch; none of the pages are worn out or missing. Due to the high demand for bow aura users on the Freedom Continent, this learning book is valued at 5 Royal Gold. However, if you are willing to sell it to me, Alistair, I will purchase it for 10 Royal Gold. What do you think?"
Alistair, who was unfamiliar with trading or business deals, immediately accepted the offer. "I will gladly sell it to you." Lady Selene nodded and placed the learning book in the treasury of the Hunter Branch Guild.
"Now for the second item..." As Lady Selene pulled out the sword, something unexpected happened that caught Alistair by surprise. The sword, which she retrieved from a custom-made treasure chest, ignited a brilliant light that shot into the sky. This dazzling phenomenon was visible even to neighboring villages and towns—a sight that had never been seen before.
The immense light not only awed nearby settlements but also reached city-level communities. Leaf Village, part of the City of Valor territory, was governed by a Peak-Stage Aura Empowerment Realm. The governor of the City of Valor noticed the light pierced through the clouds, and he could sense a powerful energy emanating from it.
Without hesitation, he and his allies took flight towards the source of the light. This incident caused a significant commotion, prompting people from neighboring cities to investigate the light and the power they felt. Included among them were the Cardinals of Seraphine, known as the Aura Watchers; they were responsible for maintaining balance and peace across the Two Arbiter Continents of Freedom and Neutrality.
Currently, in the Leaf Village, within the Hunter Branch Guild, Lady Selene stood holding a longsword. Her hands trembled as a thick blue aura flowed from the sword. Even though she was at the Late-Stage of the Aura Transformation Realm, the immense power emanating from the sword was overwhelming. Just as she was about to explain its significance, a loud voice echoed from outside, resonating in everyone's minds.
"I am Governor Fred Dynas Bloom, City Lord of Valor. I have come in response to the strange light emitting from Leaf Village. I request an audience with Village Chieftess Selene Brightlance."
Lady Selene carefully placed the powerful sword back into its custom-made treasure chest. As the light from the sky faded, those flying above Leaf Village—including Governor Fred and several governors from neighboring cities—appeared startled by the sudden disappearance of the powerful energy. Lady Selene emerged from the Hunter Branch Guild and greeted them.
"Greetings, Governors of neighboring cities, and my comrades from the Cardinals of Seraphine. I am Selene Brightlance, Village Chieftess and member of the Cardinals of Seraphine."
One of the High Elders of the Cardinals of Seraphine, stationed in the City of Valor, spoke: "Speak, young lady Selene. What was that power that ignited the sky and made the clouds disappear? What happened?"
Lady Selene replied, "Greetings, High Elder Arwen Mere Hart. I am unsure of what occurred, but one of the young residents of Leaf Village, who recently became a hunter, took on treasure-hunting missions. This is his second time finding a custom-made treasure chest."
The governors flying above Leaf Village began to whisper among themselves, including the members of the Cardinals of Seraphine, about this custom-made treasure chest.
"Please continue, young lady Selene," the High Elder urged.
"During his second treasure-hunting mission, he discovered another hidden custom-made treasure chest within the territories of Leaf Village. Upon his return, one of the valuable items inside the chest was a very powerful sword that even my realm could not detect, High Elder Arwen."
The High Elder stroked his brown beard thoughtfully. "I see. May I know the name of this young hunter?"
Lady Selene hesitated for a moment, knowing that lying or hiding information from the Cardinals of Seraphine is against the law. "His name is Alistair. He is a young hunter who started yesterday, and by chance, he has managed to dig up two custom-made treasure chests—one yesterday and another today."
The high elder nodded. "Can you let him speak to us? I also want to meet him and assess him." Selene agreed and called for Alistair. At that moment, Alistair's mind was racing. He called out to the system for guidance, and it instructed him to calm down and express what was on his mind. Taking a deep breath, Alistair knelt down and spoke, "Greetings everyone, I am Alistair, a recent hunter from the Leaf Village." He felt the weight of everyone's gaze — the villagers, his two older sisters, the members of the guild, and even his mother, who had just arrived on the scene. The pressure of being watched made it difficult for him to continue his speech.