Ian Prince stood beside the Time Machine, about to step into the cabin, when a warm golden light suddenly descended from the sky and enveloped his entire body.
Unlike the glaring, sickly light of an evil god, this radiance was gentle and full of life, like the dawn.
"Ian Prince." Sun God Ra's voice sounded directly in his heart. "The hope you have brought to this world deserves a special reward."
This, too, was a blessing.
It differed from the blessing bestowed by the King and Queen of the Underworld before.
A blessing from the God-King took effect upon Ian. The golden light gradually condensed into countless tiny runes, flowing into Ian's body like molten gold. He felt an unprecedented warm power coursing through his bloodline, perfectly merging with his magic.
"From this day forth, your White Magic shall be bolstered by Sun God Power."
Ra's voice was solemn and benevolent. "Light shall become the source of your strength, and shadows shall retreat before you. This is the Sun's gift to its guardian."
Feeling the divine power surge within him, Ian could not help but grow solemn. "Thank you for your gift, Your Majesty. I will make good use of this power and never betray the Sun's trust."
A trace of amusement flashed through Ra's golden eyes. "Go, traveler of time. Your mission has not yet ended. More challenges await you in the future."
His words seemed to be implying something, but Ian failed to catch it. Staring at his materials checklist, Ian only felt like he was Titaness Claire's overworked beast of burden.
Ian bowed deeply before stepping into the Time Machine's cabin. As the hatch closed, the indicator lights on the control panel lit up one after another. Through the porthole, he took one last look at this