Against The Eternity Chapter 30: [29] Chapter - 13: Chakra Beyond Nature (Part - 2/2)

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[29] Chapter - 13: Chakra Beyond Nature (Part - 2/2) There was a sharp crack of sound through the void as its second layer split apart like ice under pressure, releasing a rush of pure soul power. It flooded into him, expanding his consciousness, sharpening his perceptions, and giving him a clarity of thought that he had never before experienced—an edge that would be essential for survival beyond this point. Two hours passed in a silence so unwavering and dense that not a single sound disturbed the quiet. It was then that Eklavya took action. His hand reached for the second scroll. As soon as his fingers made contact with its surface, a cold and unnatural chill ran across his skin. It was sharp enough to trigger every instinct within him. He opened it carefully. A violent surge of demonic ki erupted from the scroll. It blasted outward through his sea of consciousness, then into his body. Demonic ki flooded the cave, drowning it in a darkness so thick and suffocating that even the air seemed to warp beneath its weight. It carried a malignant intent that clawed at everything it touched, as though eager to tear the world itself apart. Anshvi was instantly on her feet. Her expression tightened as the aura engulfed him. Demonic ki was not something a human body was meant to endure—it was destructive by nature. And yet Eklavya remained seated, unmoving and was calm. Within his sea of consciousness, the chaotic darkness did not spread. Instead, it collapsed inward, compressing under his will into a single, razor-thin form. At the same time, the knowledge within the scroll poured into him—Demonic Spirit Needle. It was an Emperor-tier technique designed to grow alongside its wielder. The energy was refined, condensed, and sharpened. Until, at the centre of his brow, a crimson needle took shape—silent, precise, and terrifyingly pure. It hummed faintly with the promise of absolute penetration. When Eklavya opened his eyes, the dim light of the cave returned, along with the lingering tension in the air. Across the pond, Anshvi stood frozen. Her gaze was fixed on him. The composure she usually carried was fractured—her face slightly pale, her eyes filled with unmistakable concern. He raised his hand calmly. With a subtle motion of two fingers, he guided the condensed energy outward. The crimson needle slipped free from his brow and hovered above his palm. It was thin and precise, yet radiated an ominous aura that made the air around it feel heavier. “What happened?” he asked, his voice steady, as though nothing unusual had taken place. Anshvi paused, taking a moment to swallow before speaking again. “How… how is it that you have demonic ki inside your body?” Her voice was tinged with a level of disbelief she was trying to keep at bay. It was impossible. Demonic energy did not mix with human energy. It destroys it. Eklavya's mouth curled slightly at the corners. “Coincidence,” he said softly. “The scroll was infused with demonic energy. When I opened it, it spilt out.” He paused briefly before adding, “I did not absorb it… I controlled it.” Anshvi’s brows furrowed, concern slipping through despite her composure. After a moment, her voice softened. “Just be careful with it.” Then, more quietly, “And don’t worry… I won’t tell anyone.” Her sincerity wrapped around him like unexpected warmth, easing something within his otherwise steady demeanour. For a moment, the tension of everything that had happened faded. He gave a small, genuine smile. “Thank you.” The words were simple, but deeply sincere. Anshvi’s breath hitched faintly at the sight, her gaze lingering a second too long before she turned away. Without another word, Eklavya stepped forward and slipped into the pond. The cold water embraced him instantly, washing away the lingering traces of ki clinging to his body like an invisible layer. When he emerged on the other side. The droplets slid along his skin, catching the faint glow of the surrounding herbs and scattering light with each m