First Legendary Dragon: Starting With The Limitless System novel Chapter 391

Chapter 391: The Present

Instantly, the parchment ignited with dazzling brilliance, intricate rune formations flaring brightly before dissolving into radiant motes of shimmering light. These motes surged forward, swiftly entering Fiora’s body.

Both Orion and Fiora tensed visibly, anticipation thickening the air around them. A complete silence settled briefly, heavy and intense, stretching the seconds until—

Without warning, Fiora’s body erupted into intense crimson flames, engulfing her in their searing embrace. A piercing scream tore from her lips as she clutched her head, forced to relive every painful, buried memory from her childhood.

Within the depths of Fiora’s consciousness, a vivid scene emerged:

She found herself seated within a cozy village home, sunlight streaming gently through open windows, the soft aroma of freshly cooked food filling the room.

Behind her, a fair, gentle figure combed her long golden hair with tender affection. Initially, the woman’s face was obscured by a hazy darkness that gradually lifted, revealing features strikingly similar to Fiora’s own, warm, comforting eyes and a gentle, loving smile.

“Those girls bullied you again and refused to play with you?” her mother softly asked, voice gentle with understanding compassion.

Fiora, small and innocent, pouted adorably, nodding vigorously. “Yes! They’re so mean! Why won’t they play with me? I’m such a good girl!”

Her mother giggled softly, lightly stroking Fiora’s golden locks. “Perhaps they’re jealous of how good a girl you are.”

But suddenly, the peaceful memory fragmented violently. Shouts of panic filled Fiora’s ears, drowning out the quiet intimacy.

Her vision blurred with rage, confusion clouding her mind as her body transformed uncontrollably into its Draconian form. Her mother’s desperate cries rang sharply in her ears, “No! Fiora! Please come back! Don’t lose yourself!”

Yet Fiora, overwhelmed and uncontrollable, released a devastating torrent of draconic flames. Her mother’s screams abruptly ceased, replaced by an agonizing silence as her life was extinguished by her own daughter’s uncontrollable wrath.

Fiora’s body moved mechanically, unleashing indiscriminate destruction upon her village, flames and despair intertwining amidst screams of pain.

It ended only when Selene and Eldric swiftly arrived, desperately striking Fiora unconscious, their own expressions of deep sorrow etched clearly upon their faces.

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Back in Orion’s room, Fiora stood engulfed in blazing flames, heart-wrenching tears of blood streaming relentlessly from her anguished eyes. Her expression distorted with raw despair, horror and grief visibly consuming her.

The intense heat radiating from her surpassed anything Orion had anticipated, capable of instantly killing even powerful fifth or sixth-tier Awakeners.

Gritting his teeth, Orion withstood the searing heat with his strong physique, slowly but determinedly stepping closer toward her.

His heart clenched painfully, seeing Fiora’s suffering, but he refused to retreat, determined to reach her no matter what. Finally reaching her side, he swiftly embraced her tightly despite the painful flames, shouting desperately, “FIORA! SNAP OUT OF IT!”

Yet Fiora continued crying uncontrollably, trapped within the nightmarish loop of her past. Urgency filled Orion’s gaze as he reached quickly into his storage ring, retrieving the ‘Elixir of Mental Clarity’ he had acquired previously through gacha.

Without hesitation, he placed the vial to his mouth, filling it swiftly with the crystalline liquid before turning back to Fiora.

Leaning forward determinedly, he pressed his lips firmly against hers, forcefully yet gently pouring the elixir into her mouth through a tender kiss.

The cool elixir rushed into Fiora’s body, its power surging through her mind, instantly cutting through the fog of tormenting memories.

Just as Orion felt her breathing begin to steady, something primal within her reacted violently, rejecting any notion of being controlled. The potent Draconian bloodline roared defiantly, shattering her human restraint.

Her eyes snapped open, pupils elongating into predatory slits as flames exploded forth once more, wrapping her body in searing heat.

A raw, draconic roar erupted from her throat, resonating through the entire room before an invisible barrier blocked it from going out. Orion was pushed backward a few steps due to the sudden shock.

Within the fierce flames, Fiora’s delicate frame stretched and reshaped. Smooth pale skin rapidly hardened into gleaming crimson scales, spreading along her limbs and torso, interlocking tightly like impenetrable armor.

Orion swiftly reverted back to his human form, stepping forward quickly to catch Fiora’s now limp, naked body before she could fall.

Gently holding her close, he quickly checked her condition—her breathing was slow but even, her heartbeat steady and reassuring as he felt it.

Releasing a relieved breath, Orion glanced around the devastated room. The intense clash had utterly destroyed nearly everything; chairs lay splintered, walls scorched, curtains reduced to mere ashes.

Yet miraculously, the massive, sturdy bed Selene had specifically designed and fortified to withstand Orion’s previous transformations stood untouched, proudly intact amidst the chaos.

Carefully lifting Fiora, Orion stepped gingerly over debris, carrying her gently toward the bed. He set her down delicately, arranging her golden hair upon the pillows and gently tucking the soft blankets securely around her slender form.

“Haa…” he exhaled softly, worry and relief blending within his voice, “Hopefully, you’ll be fine when you awaken.”

As Orion straightened up, he turned to leave, sensing a subtle presence hesitating outside his room.

Selene, sensing the crisis resolved, silently withdrew at the last moment, understanding she was no longer needed. Orion smiled inwardly, grateful for her constant vigilance.

Yet, just as he began to step away, he felt a gentle but firm tug on his fingers. Surprised, Orion turned his head, eyes softening instantly at the sight of Fiora’s small hand tightly clutching his own, unwilling to let go even in unconsciousness.

A gentle smile curved Orion’s lips as warmth bloomed in his heart. Reaching carefully into his storage ring, he withdrew a soft, comfortable robe, smoothly pulling it around his bare torso. He then retrieved a sturdy chair from his storage, placing it beside the bed.

Settling comfortably into the chair, Orion leaned slightly forward, his larger hand gently holding Fiora’s smaller one, her fingers still stubbornly gripping his own. 𝚏𝕣𝐞𝗲𝐰𝕖𝐛𝐧𝕠𝕧𝚎𝚕.𝐜𝚘𝗺

“You’ve done well, Fiora,” he whispered tenderly, his voice filled with pride and affection. “Rest easy. I’ll stay right here, watching over you.”

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