Wizard: Stronger through Marriage Chapter 970 - 440: The Three Great Trials (Part 2)

David could sense that with his increased proficiency in Natural Witchcraft, the once chaotic turbulence gradually calmed, eventually being fully subdued and restoring the passage to its original stability and order.

Liliana observed this, her eyes shining with surprise and admiration.

She had not anticipated David's ability to so skillfully employ his newly acquired strength to manage a crisis in such a brief period.

This event not only highlighted his aptitude for Natural Witchcraft but also demonstrated his composure and bravery when faced with adversity.

As the spatial passage stabilized, David and Liliana pressed onward, moving closer to the World Tree's projection.

After navigating the uncertain and perilous space passage, David and Liliana finally reached its terminus.

They found themselves in a serene and solemn space, imbued with an ancient and mystical aura.

Before them stood a colossal, ancient stone tablet, imposingly inscribed with the three major trials of the World Tree Contract. The characters were archaic and profound, appearing to hold boundless power and wisdom.

The stone tablet's surface bore the indelible marks of time, each fissure seemingly recounting tales of epochs past.

At the tablet's core, lines of ancient script were etched, these words emanating a faint luminescence, as if narrating the three major trials of the World Tree Contract.

David and Liliana regarded this monument, an inexplicable sense of reverence dawning within their hearts.

They understood that these three pivotal trials were the gateway to reaching the World Tree's projection and achieving the transformation into a Divine Body.

The inscriptions on the stone tablet slowly shifted, ultimately resolving into the detailed explanations of the three major trials:

1. Natural Resonance

"Natural Resonance serves as the initial trial to forge a connection with the World Tree," the text elucidated. "The Trial Taker must immerse themselves in the Heart of Nature, perceive the pulse of Nature's Power, and achieve resonance with it. Only through a genuine understanding of the natural way can one earn the acknowledgment of Nature's Power, thereby establishing the foundation for subsequent trials."

2. Life Sacrifice

"Life Sacrifice is the trial wherein the Trial Taker displays their resolve and bravery to the World Tree," the words continued. "The Trial Taker must offer a portion of their Life Force as a conduit to commune with the World Tree. This undertaking will involve immense suffering and forfeiture, attainable only by those possessing unwavering conviction."

3. Time Travel

"Time Travel represents the ultimate trial, during which the Trial Taker confronts their past and their future," the text concluded. "The Trial Taker will be plunged into the temporal-spatial vortex, facing pivotal moments in their life and potential future adversaries. Only by preserving one's true essence amidst the temporal ordeal, remaining unchained by the past and unswayed by the future, can one truly grasp the core of existence."

Perusing the stone tablet's text, David and Liliana fell into deep contemplation.

They recognized that these three critical trials would not only assess their strength and intellect but also their fortitude and convictions.

"David, are you prepared?" Liliana inquired softly.

David drew a deep breath and nodded with firm resolve.

This path was fraught with challenges, yet he was ready to confront any hardship or peril that lay ahead.

"Liliana, let us face this together," David declared.

"Regardless of what awaits us, as long as we stand united, nothing shall impede our progress."

Liliana offered a smile and a nod, sensing David's unwavering determination and courage, and her own confidence surged.

She felt assured that together, they would overcome these three major trials and reach the pinnacle of success.

With their decision solidified, the inscriptions on the stone tablet began to shift once more, coalescing into a beam of light that guided them toward the trial site for Natural Resonance.

Following the light's direction, David and Liliana arrived in an expansive forest.

Here, trees soared towards the heavens, their canopies thick and verdant, creating an emerald world.

The air was rich with Life Energy, bestowing a profound sense of peace and harmony.

"This is the trial ground for Natural Resonance," Liliana stated. "We must now venture into the Heart of the Forest and attune ourselves to the vibrations of Nature's Power."

David nodded, gazing into the forest with an inexplicable connection stirring within his soul.

He felt as though he could hear the trees exhaling, sense the very pulse of the Earth.

This was the summons from Nature's Power, his opportunity to forge a bond with the natural world.

They proceeded deeper into the woods, encountering a variety of peculiar flora and fauna, as well as extraordinary sights along their journey.

Some creatures presented a grotesque and intimidating appearance, yet their eyes held a spark of profound wisdom; some vistas resembled ethereal paradises, captivating all who beheld them.

Nevertheless, vigilance was maintained by David and Liliana, as they were well aware that these were merely precursors to the trial, with more significant trials lying ahead.

Following days of arduous travel, their destination, the Heart of the Forest, was finally reached.

Before them lay an expansive clearing, and at its very core stood a colossal, ancient tree.

The tree was adorned with abundant foliage and possessed a trunk of immense girth, seeming to thrum with an inexhaustible supply of Life Power.

An aura, both enigmatic and potent, emanated from the ancient tree, compelling a sense of reverence from all who drew near.

"This is the Heart of Nature," Liliana proclaimed. "Our task is to forge a connection with this elder tree, to perceive the very pulse of Nature's Power."

Gazing upon the ancient tree, David sensed the Life Power it contained resonating with the Pseudo-Divine Body residing within him.

He drew a deep breath and began to approach the colossal tree.

As he drew closer, a warmth, potent and embracing, enveloped him, bestowing a feeling of unparalleled comfort and serenity.

Closing his eyes, he focused his consciousness, striving to establish a more profound link with the ancient tree.

He perceived the Life Power flowing through the tree, mingling with his own essence, as if they were becoming one entity.

It felt as though he could discern the tree's respiration, feel its rhythmic heartbeat. In that transcendent moment, he felt an integral part of the natural world, in harmony with the Power of Nature.

As moments turned into an extended period, David's connection to the ancient tree intensified.

He perceived the undulations of the Power of Nature, feeling as though he could direct this immense force at his will.

With the deepening bond between David and the ancient tree, the surrounding natural realm underwent a dramatic transformation.

The once tranquil and harmonious Heart of the Forest was suddenly seized by turbulence and unease.

Dark clouds converged overhead, thunder cracked ominously, and a fearsome Storm Giant Eagle descended from the heavens, its piercing gaze locked onto David. Its wings whipped up gale-force winds, threatening to obliterate all in its path.

Concurrently, the earth began to heave as a colossal Earth Vein Rock Turtle slowly emerged from the ground. Its massive shell was etched with ancient runes, emitting a mystical luminescence.

The Turtle's eyes, resembling abyssal caverns, fixed upon David, and a low growl rumbled forth, a clear warning against intruding upon nature's sacred domain.

"David, exercise caution!"

Liliana's voice, laced with urgency, echoed from the sidelines. "These are the Nature Spirits in their fury. They have detected your presence and seek to drive you out."

David recognized the gravity of his predicament but showed no inclination to retreat.

He understood that only by forging a spiritual communion with the Nature Spirits and pacifying this upheaval could he possibly succeed in the trial of Natural Resonance.

Taking a fortifying breath, he centralized his spirit, attempting to establish a connection with both the Storm Giant Eagle and the Earth Vein Rock Turtle.

Yet, the might of these Nature Spirits proved overwhelming, their formidable wills assailing David's consciousness like a tempest.

David felt his physical form beginning to falter, his skin starting to rupture, blood seeping through as he endured agonizing torment.

"David, if this persists, you shall be consumed by the power of the Nature Spirits!"

Liliana cried out in great distress. "You must devise an alternative approach!"

Gritting his teeth, David fought to maintain his mental fortitude.

He recalled Liliana's earlier counsel: "Shed human perception; integrate into the natural frequency."

He realized then that his attempts to comprehend nature had been filtered through a human lens, and this was the very reason for his inability to forge a deeper connection with the Nature Spirits.