LIGHTNOVELWORLD Chapter 86: Chapter 82
The highest mountain in Aska, **Mount Solaga**.
On the hillside of this mountain, there is a hidden cave that seems to be naturally formed.
In the cave, a gorgeous long sword with a charming green light lies quietly on the stone platform in the center, waiting for the arrival of the "destined person"... to die.
"Is this here? This Seven-Star Sword is hidden deep enough~" **Vivi** looked around curiously.
Under the illumination of **Ethan**'s lightning, the darkness in the cave was swept away, as if it were daytime.
"My Lord God, that is the 'cursed holy sword,' the Seven-Star Sword. According to legend, every human who dares to pick it up will have their mind taken away..."
"If there is no one around, the person holding the sword will stab themselves frantically until they fall down powerlessly. If there is someone, they will swing the sword and slaughter wantonly, and finally stab themselves..."
**Maya's** voice trembled slightly, but she was not so scared that she couldn't speak clearly. After all, this information was told to her by her grandmother, **Iliansa**, and she had never seen it in person.
"So, this is indeed a demon sword."
As soon as **Robin** came here, she began to appreciate these ancient structures. The words on them were her spiritual food, but they were slightly less enticing than the meals **Ethan** provided her.
**Ethan** nodded, let go of **Maya's** soft waist, and was about to stride forward to look at the Seven-Star Sword. Unexpectedly, **Maya's** feet softened, and she nearly fell.
Fortunately, **Ethan** reacted quickly, smiling as he caught her and steadied her. It was all his fault!
**Maya** didn't understand what was happening to her. The strange sensations in her body and mind were unlike anything she'd ever experienced. After whispering a few apologies to **Ethan**, she calmed down and stood firm.
Little did she know that the culprit of her condition was silently praising her reaction in his heart, planning how to "spoil" her further!
**Ethan** gently stroked **Maya's** hair before happily approaching the stone platform to examine the Seven-Star Sword.
The blade of the Seven-Star Sword was slender and sharp, radiating a cold light as if it could instantly cut through the sky. Its design reminded him of the long swords from his hometown.
Intricate patterns were engraved on the blade, with green fluorescence flowing through them, emphasizing the sword's extraordinary nature.
"Yes, this Seven-Star Sword has a gorgeous appearance. I'm afraid there are few swords in this world that can compare with it. It will make a fine addition to my collection room."
**Ethan** was pleased. By now, **Saga** should have already claimed the Seven-Star Sword. But could it be that **Saga** didn't exist in this world?
Thinking this over, he turned to **Maya** and asked:
"**Maya**, do you know **Saga**?"
"**Saga**? What's that?" **Maya's** confusion seemed genuine. It appeared that neither **Saga** nor the naval dojo existed on Aska Island.
If one thought about it, this made sense. In the traditions of those who lived peaceful lives, becoming a shrine maiden required complete devotion to the gods, without involvement in love or worldly affairs.
In other words, if **Maya** was destined to be a shrine maiden, she had to remain pure and untouched. How could her grandmother arrange for her to meet **Saga**?
This realization confirmed it: there was no **Saga**. His dreams of ruling the world, helping friends, and achieving greatness were all figments of a dying man's imagination.
Resolute, **Ethan** raised his hand, and the next moment, a red light flickered in his eyes.
The Seven-Star Sword emitted a ghostly green glow. The instant he grasped it, dark green light wrapped around his arm, forming rune-like patterns. These markings appeared briefly before vanishing completely...
"This Seven-Star Sword is truly impressive~"
Wrapping his hand in **Armament Haki**, **Ethan** unleashed a surge of **Conqueror's Haki**, shattering the dark green aura before it could leave the sword's body. Now, only the intricate patterns and faint green light remained on the blade.
With a flash of lightning, **Ethan** appeared outside the cave, holding the sword aloft. He swung it toward a distant tree, unleashing a green sword slash.
Whoosh!
The faint sound of the sword energy cutting through the air was due to its sharpness, not weakness.
Bang!
The tree was cleaved in two and collapsed. On the cleanly cut surface, green flames flickered, consuming everything they touched. In moments, the tree was reduced to ash.
"What a unique effect. The Seven-Star Sword can even produce green flames?"
This reminded **Ethan** of an old saying: "Even dogs won't eat the Flame-Flame Fruit!"
His experiments didn't stop. Wielding the Seven-Star Sword, he slashed several more times into empty space. Three green wisps of fire shot forth from the blade's tip, each exploding on impact with the ground.
Bang! Bang! Bang!
While the Seven-Star Sword was powerful, it wasn't strong enough to impress someone like **Ethan**. Perhaps only a true swordsman could unlock its full potential. But as a cursed blade, it could easily overwhelm the mind of a weaker wielder, leading them to a violent end.
Satisfied, **Ethan** tossed the sword into his storage room alongside **Shusui** and his other collected blades.
In an instant, he teleported behind **Maya**, gently embracing her. He wasn't someone who discarded old relationships in favor of new ones. But he did feel compelled to spend more time with his newest companions, ensuring they remained devoted.
"Ah~ Lord God!"
**Maya's** face flushed as she gasped in surprise. Recognizing his familiar presence, she shyly buried her head in his chest.
Meanwhile, **Robin** was studying the cave's every corner. The ancient murals and symbols carved into the walls were her passion.
**Nami** and **Vivi** wandered around, hoping to uncover hidden treasures.
However, **Ethan** had already obtained Aska Island's three greatest treasures: the shrine maiden **Maya**, the cursed Seven-Star Sword, and the three mystical gems. The others were left to amuse themselves.
As **Ethan** whispered sweet nothings into **Maya's** ear, strengthening the bond between god and maiden, a surprised cheer broke the quiet moment.
"Masaka?!"
The voice belonged to **Nami**. Everyone turned to see her holding a **Devil Fruit**.
The fruit was white, adorned with patterns resembling playful curls like **Reiju's** eyebrows. Six green stems emerged from its top, ending in a heart-shaped white leaf.