Dragon Monarch System Chapter 984 984:- Amber and Aditya

"However, as you're the initial one to attain Mid 5th-order, I intend to grant you a reward."

"Let me know if there's something you desire."

Amber glanced at Aditya with a bashful expression.

All at once, her pulse quickened noticeably. Thanks to his sharpened perception, Aditya caught the abrupt rise in her heartbeat as well.

"If it's not asking too much, I'd like a hug from His Majesty." Her nerves were so intense right then that she couldn't bring herself to meet his gaze.

One side of her felt outright fearful.

Another part buzzed with intense anxiety over how he'd respond.

As she averted her eyes, robust arms encircled her waist and drew her close against his torso.

The instant he embraced her, her heart raced wildly. This turned out to be one of those unforgettable experiences she'd cherish forever.

Sensing the arms of the man she harbored secret affections for around her felt utterly unique.

After several moments, Amber mustered enough bravery to return the embrace. Aditya made no move to halt her; he simply allowed it.

They lingered in that hug, free from any interruptions, for more than five minutes.

"You ought to return now. Your team is likely anticipating your arrival." At these words, Amber reluctantly agreed with a nod. Regrettably, it rang true. Prior to this visit, she'd told them the discussion with His Majesty would wrap up swiftly.

Her Vice Captain along with the rest awaited her comeback to launch their lavish feast at a upscale eatery.

"Besides, embracing like this for so long isn't ideal." In response, Amber merely dipped her head and offered a tiny affirmation.

Yet he grinned while bending closer. "Unless we decide to evolve our connection."

She had no chance to reply before Aditya disappeared from her sight.

Aditya's remark ignited a spark of optimism within her. A bond between them truly seemed feasible. This idea thrilled her to no end.

About five minutes afterward, Amber arrived at the third level of the restaurant, where the group had been holding out for her so the festivities could kick off.

In the crowd stood her closest companion, the Ultimate Alchemist named Julia Onard.

"You're tardy!" Julia approached to greet her warmly. The entire elaborate party stemmed from Julia's initiative.

"En route, I unexpectedly encountered His Majesty."

"Aditya? Somehow, it strikes me as no mere coincidence."

Amber appeared uneasy at Julia's observation.

"Allow me to speculate. Aditya probably headed there on official business, and you detected his aura."

"Thus, you deliberately lagged behind to cross paths with him."

"Enough! The others are eager, and I'm famished right now." Amber steered Julia by the shoulders back toward the gathering.

This subject proved mortifying to pursue further. Particularly with her team present. Her subordinates remained unaware of her infatuation with His Majesty. Julia alone knew, so private ribbing stayed harmless. But airing it before her crew might erode her command or diminish her standing somewhat.

The whole third floor stood booked exclusively for their use that evening.

Not a massive gathering. Just the top-tier figures from her unit or those nearest to her, such as Julia.

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Returning to his office,

He lacked the drive to dive straight into rune studies and settle at his desk. The recent days had consisted of little else.

In a flash, a certain item pending his review popped into his mind from within his storage ring.

"Now's the moment to inspect the contents of the organization's members' storage rings." Excitement bubbled inside him at the prospect. Every senior figure in the group brimmed with wealth and toted along numerous precious possessions.

Moreover, during his prior venture into an inner member's storage ring, he'd uncovered a journal packed with advanced, confidential details on the organization's operations. That journal alone had illuminated the group's hierarchical setup for him.

"One ring at a time, though." To preserve the thrill and suspense, he opted to extract objects gradually rather than in bulk.

The initial extract was a set of pale blue garments.

『Cloudspun Inner Robes』

『Description - Crafted from spirit-silk worms. These robes maintain optimal body temperature, ward off basic elemental assaults, and gradually draw in surrounding Mana to bolster the wearer.』

'Our attire pales in comparison to theirs—far too plain.'

What Aditya overlooked or never bothered inquiring about was how his own garments were anything but mundane.

They'd been fashioned from spirit-silk worm threads, an exquisite resource reserved for royal families alone. The material felt airy, sleek, and feather-light, surpassing standard silk in durability.

Its primary perk ensured a flawless fit to his form at all times. Regardless of physique shifts from rigorous practice, the robes adapted seamlessly, like they'd been custom-made anew each day.

The additional benefit proved even handier. His outfit repelled dirt and creases entirely. No dust adhered to it. Perspiration left no marks. Following extended sessions of labor or drills, it stayed pristine and sharp.

Thanks to these traits, Aditya projected an impeccable, regal presence. Precisely the image an Emperor ought to uphold amid his subjects and aristocrats.

『Golden Bamboo Jade Slab』

『Description - Jade Slab required for admission to the Golden Bamboo Sect and securing 50% reductions at their dining establishments.』

'This could prove handy down the line.' Aditya stowed it away in his storage ring.

『Meridian Tempering Pill』

『Rank - Peak 5-star』

『Description - Aids in steadying cultivation post-breakthrough. Consuming multiple pills simultaneously poses grave risks to the user's Cultivation and may, in dire instances, induce a coma spanning 3 to 5 months.』

『Quantity - 11』

'Handy indeed!' He set them apart right away. No personal need for himself. His plan involved integrating these into the rewards framework. Nobles and military leaders could accumulate merit points to exchange for such prized cultivation aids.

『Portable Formation Flags』

『Rank - Beginner 5-star』

『Description - Positioning four flags in a square setup generates a brief concealment shield lasting 15 minutes. Upon triggering, it can fool the vision of Beginner 6th-order cultivators. Yet versus a Beginner 6th-order with sensory prowess, its success rate drops by 50%.』

'I'll hold onto this for personal use at present.' Given his existing power, not even a horde of Peak 5th-order foes would test him. Hoarding such a fine tool seemed pointless when he'd rarely deploy it.

'Still, upon reaching 5-star runemaster status, I could analyze this item and replicate additional Portable Formation Flags.' Across the Six Continents, these would offer tremendous utility.

『Voice Transmission Talisman』

『Rank - Peak 4-star』

『Description - Single-use talisman that relays a hushed message to a linked recipient up to 250 Km (155 miles) away.』

『Quantity - 19』

'Excellent find!' Aditya chose to retain several for himself and dispatched the remainder to the treasury for military application. He'd already crafted long-range communicators. Yet studying this one inspired potential enhancements to his designs.

Drawing ideas from others to refine your work carried no disgrace. It wasn't mere imitation.

『Broken Jade Technique Shard – "Heavenly Severing Step"』

『Rank - 5-star Passive Skill』

『Description - Encompasses solely the mobility aspect of a vanished assassination technique. Bestows immediate brief-distance teleportation, though excessive application strains muscles severely.』

'I sense this ability suits Nathan ideally.' With that settled, Nathan would master it first. Afterward, Amber and the team could attempt it too. As a passive skill, it remained accessible to all. However, Shadow Affinity users would expend far less Mana in its execution.

『Memory-Sealed Bone Tablet』

『Rank Mid 6-star』

『Description - Demands Soul Force for activation. An alternative trigger involves 9 Human Sacrifices. Upon unleashing, the tablet unveils a gateway to a Pocket Dimension.』

This revelation made Aditya's breathing accelerate. It marked a major discovery.

'Moreover, it's highly probable this Pocket Dimension serves as one of the organization's hideouts or even their enduring headquarters.' Aditya recognized the need to investigate. Still, he refused to plunge in headlong without proper safeguards.

The subsequent object Aditya retrieved was a notebook.

Spotting it sparked his enthusiasm. He flipped it open without delay.

Yet moments later, bewilderment set in.

The pages listed unfamiliar names.

Then a key phrase dispelled his uncertainty.

[A roster of assassination targets slated for the coming months.]

Worsening matters, no fewer than 10 names appeared on the roster. The notebook's remaining pages lay blank.

'My initial step is verifying if any of those 10 individuals have already perished.' This issue held utmost significance. Aditya viewed it as a prime chance. Rescuing them might yield substantial advantages later on.

He chose to halt his examination of the storage rings and seek out someone capable of providing clarity.

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