Though that brief experience could not immediately make Mulan and the others stronger, it had given all three a sense of transcendence in their spiritual perception, reaching into their souls and wills.
The depth of their experiences surely differed, but all three had truly felt those patterns-the patterns of all things in nature.
Simply seeing the lightness in their expressions was enough to fill the Elf with relief.
"This is the World Tree Secret Realm. The essence of life and the power of nature are extraordinarily rich here, amplifying every sensation. But as long as you remember this beautiful melody, you will have another perspective from which to view things in the future. For humans, this raises the ceiling of your potential."
Mulan opened his eyes and looked at the Elf, offering his heartfelt thanks.
"Thank you, Silias. This doesn't just raise our potential. It also cleanses our souls, making us more resistant to corruption by Chaos and Evil Gods. If you don't mind, I'd like to teach this form of meditative practice to every member of Dawn."
The Elf bent his forelegs slightly and lowered his head to Mulan in acknowledgment.
"I'm glad you value this insignificant gift, and I sincerely hope that all Dawn Members can find happiness of their own!"
Mulan extended his hand, and with a mere thought, the Book of Dawn appeared in it. He looked at the Elf, who looked back at him.
"If you're willing, Silias. If you're willing."
An Elf's feelings were the purest of all. Mulan could sense that Silias had now accepted Dawn's righteousness and placed his full trust in Mulan himself.
"Witnessing and experiencing what you have done, and seeing the birth of the World Tree with my own eyes, has convinced me that Dawn embodies the great flame