Against The Eternity Chapter 13: [12] Chapter - 5: Beast Speed in Human Body (Part 1/2)

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[12] Chapter - 5: Beast Speed in Human Body (Part 1/2) The Pill Hall stood in the eastern section of the clan — part of the Administrative Region, where discipline replaced domestic warmth and every structure carried purpose rather than comfort. Eklavya walked toward it at an unhurried pace, his gaze briefly drifting toward the massive main exit gate of the clan. The towering doors stood half-open, guards stationed calmly beside them as merchants and cultivators passed through. For a moment he considered how easily one could walk beyond the clan walls and disappear into the wider world — then shook the thought away and turned toward the administrative compound instead. Ahead rose a wide entrance framed not by buildings but by a massive stone wall nearly one and a half floors high, its surface carved with protective formations faintly glowing under morning light. Passing through the gate felt less like entering an office and more like stepping into the heart of authority itself. Inside stretched a vast open field paved with polished stone and decorated with enormous mountain rocks arranged in deliberate patterns. At the center stood a raised arena nearly a hundred meters wide where several clan members practiced combat techniques, their movements sharp and controlled. The rhythmic clash of weapons echoed through the air. Directly across from the entrance stood the Head Office — the domain of the clan leader and the meeting hall where decisions shaping the Rudra Clan were made. To the left rose the Pill Hall, tall and imposing, while the Training Hall occupied the right side. Beside the Head Office lay the treasure chamber Eklavya had visited the previous night with his father, its secret entrance hidden beneath ordinary stone as though power itself preferred discretion. Beyond the Head Office extended a sealed backyard training ground normally reserved for elite guards serving in the royal army. Today its gates remained closed. Those warriors were Master Warriors of high rank — individuals who, after surpassing the fifth star, often left to serve the kingdom directly under the Rudra Clan’s flag banner. Eklavya turned left and approached the Pill Hall. Up close, it resembled less a hall and more a towering five-story building, its architecture designed to contain heat, smoke, and volatile spiritual reactions. The moment he stepped inside, a rich fragrance of herbs filled his senses — bitter, sweet, and sharp aromas blending into something unmistakably alchemical. At the center of the main chamber stood a massive bronze cauldron, large enough for several people to stand inside, surrounded by tall columns filled with sealed herb containers. Numerous side rooms branched outward, each a dedicated pill-refinement chamber. Sunlight streamed through high windows and the open entrance, illuminating Elder Jawla — the clan’s Alchemist Elder — who stood before the great cauldron with absolute focus. Flames burned beneath it in controlled spirals while spiritual energy pulsed rhythmically from within. Eklavya quietly moved to one side and waited, careful not to disturb the elder’s concentration. Half an hour passed in silence as ingredients were added, flames adjusted, and refined essence condensed into pill form. Finally, Elder Jawla completed the refinement, dividing several finished pills into four small vials — two pills in each — before sealing them carefully. Only then did he turn, noticing Eklavya. “Oh? Eklavya,” the elder said with a warm smile. “Yesterday you collected herbs but didn’t meet me. Is everything alright?” Eklavya nodded respectfully. “You weren’t in the Pill Hall when I came yesterday, Elder.” Jawla tapped the side of his head lightly. “Ah! That explains it. I had forgotten I wasn’t here.” His eyes sharpened slightly. “So, what brings you today?” “I think… I’m stuck in a bottleneck after my breakthrough.” Before the elder could respond, another voice came from the entrance. “Are you alright, Eklavya?” Ishant stepped in