CHP14 Celestial Shahada Seals of the Eight Archangels-Part-3

The Ceremony of the Celestial Shahada Seals of 8 ArchAngels continued with equally high intensity.

"Congratulations for passing the test Sargon Apollo. You can now be deemed as a Cultivator." , Priest in the East side Congratulated Sargon.

"It's all thanks to the dedication of the Priests.", replied Sargon in a humble manner.

Sargon watched as the initiates went through the Ceremony of the Celestial Shahada Seals of 8 Arch Angels.

He observed with great interest as each of them went through the process, noting the specific moments when their attributes would glow brightly.

Sooon something was pilling up from inside the Cube structure.

All of the present, including knew what was coming at any moment now.

"Wohoooooooooooooooo"

The sound became clearer as thunder booming in the air.

"All Hail ShahRaaaab" soon declarations started to pile up.

"All Haaail ShahRaaaab", the west side also followed soon.

"All hail ShahRaaaab", sargon also started to declare.

While doing the declaration, sargon and many felt slowly to be one with the group. A sense of Camaraderie was started to be formed, which only grew stronger with each declaration.

This was a form of community experience.There were some who had come to congratulate , while some to inquire about the process as it was a taboo.

Aleister, who in the previous instance also had came to congratulate sargon. Though how much was his own wish and how much was from that glare of High-Senator Radu nobody knew.

Soon a Commotion started to pile up. Something unusual was happening this time inside the ritual. The Water of Grace after changing it's color to that of the turmeric, there was faint bluish glow that was coming from the Water.

All the Sentors and Priest were amazed and delighted .

"With this atleast this batch is higher than the last one. Perhaps its because today is an auspicious day as per the divine astronomy as the Seer had divined.", said the same priest that had congratulated Sargon in an ecstatic manner.

"My boy Calid. At least you have gotten the grace. Now the Orphanage may get more funding next time of the year.", murmered one Priest observing the ceremony in an barely audible tone.

"Good Good Good"

"Such a Nice anamoly. It is indeed blessed."

The Senators were also full of praise.

Some were confused. But all the present one knew that this was good sign.

While there were some that were envious among the crowds.Sargon and other were among them.

Suwevh couldn't help but feel a little envious when he saw the water attribute of Calid glowing blue. It was a rare and prestigious attribute, and Suweh couldn't help but wonder what it would be like to make such an oddity.

Soon the turn of Reeve came.

"Haha. Watch as I Create another Commotion.", a boastful sound was being herd from another corner.

Who could it be but our beloved Young Master Bryant Ivar !

"Pftt", Sargon couldn't help but laugh out.

"This Fate is such a bully. Everybody is such a bully. Why do my turn had to be with this shit.", Reeve was frustrated in her own side of the Chamber of Shahada.

They both soon went inside.

As Sargon watched the ceremony, he noticed the tension between Reeve and Bryant. He remembered their past fights and couldn't help but feel a sense of amusement.

However, when Bryant's ceremony had a special moment with the fire, Sargon knew that there was something different about this quote on quote 'Young-Master'.

The rituals continued.

"All Hail Shahraaab", came the declaration soon. This time Sargon was not so much feeling it , but still said it as a part for Reeve's Declaration .

Ritual completed.

Soon Bryant came outside the ceremony, more boastful than ever. He was perhaps the only one till now that had come with one's Negative side multiplied.

"Congratulations High-Senator Victor Ivar, your grandson Bryant had a special moment during the ceremony.", congratulated High-Priest through Spirit Communication.

The spirit Communication ensued.

Lady Senator : "Yes, indeed. He is quite talented."

Senator Radu: "He will surely be a great asset to the Senate in the future."

George Apollo: "Congratulations, High-Senator Ivar. Your grandson is surely blessed."

Victor Ivar: "Thank you, George. Yes, Bryant is indeed special. He has the fire attribute, just like his grandfather."

Lady Senator : "That's wonderful news. You must be proud."

George Apollo: "Of course, but let us not put too much emphasis on the attributes. We must remember that all cultivators have their own unique strengths and abilities."

Senator Radu while taking on the side of George: "Ah, Sir George is right. We should not forget the importance of hard work and dedication in cultivation."

Victor Ivar: "Hmph, you are right. But it doesn't hurt to be born with a bit of talent, does it?"

George Apollo: "Indeed, but let us not forget the importance of nurturing and guiding that talent. It is our duty as mentors and elders to help the younger generation reach their full potential.

Meanwhile outside, Sargon couldn't help but notice the two bickering children.

Suwevh:"Don't think just because you have a small blessing you will outrun me. With Hard-work and my comprehension I shall subdue you"

Calid:"Hmph ! i don't listen to pesky teenagers. my status has been allevated. Now this humble self only talks with adults, not a baby in a dream"

These children were from the orphanage, sponsored by the church in his neighborhood: Suwevh and Calid. Their relationship reminded him of Natsu and Gray from the anime Fairy Tail. He remembered them causing quite a commotion in the neighborhood and couldn't help but wonder what kind of trouble they had gotten into this time.

After Aleister's ceremony, he seemed like a changed boy with a much calmer and humble attitude. Sargon was glad to see that the ceremony had a positive effect on him.

As the rest of the initiates went through their ceremonies, some barely passed the final test while others failed before that. Sargon could see the disappointment and gloom written all over their faces. On the other hand, those who were initiated were proud as peacocks.

Observing the ceremony from a third-party perspective, Sargon could see the symbolism and meaning behind it all. It was a beautiful and intricate ritual that required a lot of dedication and hard work.

After the ceremony, Sargon watched as the initiates were taken to the Chamber of Proficiency. He knew that this was the part where they would be tested on their primary and secondary attributes.

The initiation ceremony culminated in the Chamber of Proficiency, a sacred place where only the most dedicated initiates were allowed to enter. The air was heavy with the scent of incense, and the only sound was the gentle hum of the runes that encircled the chamber in a circular fashion on the raised platform.

The initiates were each handed a small bowl, made of a translucent material that seemed to glow softly in the dim light. As they stood in the center of the circle, the high priest intoned a prayer to Shahraab and Archangels, calling upon their power to reveal the true nature of the initiates.

As the prayer ended, the runes flared to life, and the room was filled with a bright light. The initiates felt a surge of energy coursing through their bodies, and they could feel their minds expanding, as if they were being lifted up into a higher plane of existence.

Slowly, the bowls began to fill with a glowing liquid, each section filling up with a different color. The first section, for essence strength, was a deep red, the color of the hottest flames. The second section, for mana, was a bright blue, like the deepest ocean. And the third section, for spirit force, was a shimmering gold, like the light of the sun.

As the bowls filled, the initiates could feel the power of the runes surging within them. They felt their bodies becoming more attuned to the elements, their minds expanding to encompass the vastness of the universe. They felt as if they were becoming one with the very fabric of creation.

Finally, the runes began to dim, and the room returned to its previous state of stillness. The high priest approached each initiate in turn, examining the contents of their bowl with a keen eye.

Those, who had more of section of the bowled filled, had more storage for that force. While Priest then dipped a piece of paper into each section and depending on the changes observed on the paper he would determine the attributes one was proficient with.

"Remember there are total of 9 elements, 5 of them known as primary element , 4 of them as Secondary element. There are also 10 Advanced element but for Now this much is enough. Primary elements of Lightning, Air, Fire, Water and Earth are there for Wizard Mage Cultivators accessed through their mana. Corporis Mage have two Secondary elements of Wood and Metal accessed through their Essence Strength and Sorcerer Mage have two Secondary elements of Dark and Light accessed through their Spirit Force.", explained the High-Priest in detail.

Then the Priest Continued to evaluate the Results. He nodded in satisfaction as he read the results, murmuring words of praise to those who had shown exceptional aptitude for the elements. And to those who had not fared as well, he offered words of encouragement, assuring them that with time and dedication, they too could become powerful adepts of the elements.

The initiation ceremony was complete, and the initiates emerged from the Chamber of Proficiency, their bodies and minds forever changed by the power of the ancient runes. They felt a sense of purpose and destiny, as if they were now part of something greater than themselves. And they knew that they would spend the rest of their lives in service to the elements, seeking to unlock the secrets of the universe and harness its power for the good of all.

Sargon had lightning and fire as his primary element for mana, a secondary element of wood for essence strength, and the dark aspect of the spirit force.

Reeve had lightning and earth as his primary element, a light aspect as her secondary element.

Calid had a single water primary element, which was rare and prestigious, and Suwevh had water and fire elements.

Bryant also had a Glorious sole fire element.

The initiation ceremony was complete, and the initiates emerged from the Chamber of Proficiency, their bodies and minds forever changed by the power of the ancient runes. They felt a sense of purpose and destiny, as if they were now part of something greater than themselves.

They knew that they would spend the rest of their lives in service to the elements, seeking to unlock the secrets of the universe and harness its power for the good of all.