The Treasury

Third POV

Vergil followed Eleanor and her mother to the secret area where are all the important artefacts were stored for the Bellatorius family

We went in the innermost part of the castle where the main family lived, it was the most secure part of the castle. I was observing my surroundings but I felt few very strong presence, at least peak high level swordsman, observing me 

"This is the most secure location in our castle nobody is allowed unless its a special guest" Eleanor explained

"Why don't I see any knights and maids here" Vergil asked

"Most Servants are not allowed in this part of castle except for a few personal ones, all the Knights are hidden so don't worry about them" Eleanor mother explained

Vergil was really astounded by the level of security here, Its a miracle that the previous attempt even happened

Vergil under the leader ship of Eleanor's Mother reached a large door, it felt quite simple yet had an odd air around it.

We went in the room and the expected scenery did not come instead there were only few table and chair and a few paintings

Confusion evident on his face as he looked around the room, 

"Sit down" Eleanor's mother told us 

Both Vergil and Eleanor took there seat and her mother went to the few paintings

"Mother were is the treasury" Eleanor asked apparently she has not been here before, 

"Be patient Elie " Her mother said as began to arrange the paintings, probably some kind of Key

"Have you been before to the treasury" Vergil asked Eleanor

"No this is my first time here, only father and mother are allowed here even eldest brother has only been once to the Vault" Eleanor said as she also was quite curious

Mrs. Bellatorius Than suddenly made a rune on the painting as It began to glow, a circle appeared at the roof and the entire room began to move down 

"Mother are we going down" Eleanor asked as she felt the room move

Mrs. Bellatorius nodded at her as she said no more

We waited for sometime before we felt the room stopping then another gate appeared were there was a wall

"Come follow me " She said as Vergil and Eleanor followed her through the gate

As Vergil passed through the gate they were greeted with a magnificent scenery of gold, every where also there were many artefacts floating around under protective covers surrounded by magic, there were also rows of ancient totems and books placed there spirituality over the place

"Awesome" Eleanor said as she looked around 

Vergil was also mesmerized by the sheer amount of wealth and knowledge stored there. This display showcased the true background of the Bellatorius family, not to be underestimated.

First POV

As I observed the visual spectacle before my eyes, I couldn't help but feel awestruck. Any one of these items, if revealed to the outside world, would undoubtedly stir up a storm.

"Vergil you can choose any one thing from here" Mrs. Bellatorius said to me

"How much time do I have" I knew that this will not be opened to me for long

"Yes you only have 2 hours to chose from here" She said with a smile

'I knew it, they are testing me, although its a reward but through this they want to confirm my motives. What a clever plan' I thought 

"Than shall I look around" I asked 

"sure go ahead, I and Elie will meet you here in 2 hours" She said

"Mom I want to go with Vergil" Eleanor said as she protested

"Okay Elie we should not disturb Vergil. why don't we look around" Mrs. Bellatorius said, confirming my suspicions

"But....Ah... fine lets do that" Eleanor said clearly tying to come with me, but looking at her mother smile she relented

"than I shall look around" I said as began moving towards the artefacts

"Wait, take this with you" She said as she passed me a rectangular token with multiple runes inscribed on it

"With this the protective mechanism would not activate and you can easily take the item" she said

"Thankyou" I said as I took the token than we separated  

I looked in the sky most of the artefacts were floating around surrounded in protective enchantments

Magic Tools or Artefacts are special devices that amplify an arcane arts users abilities. there are many kind of Artefacts, they are broadly classified into four categories

Weapon Artefacts

Defensive Artefacts

Support Artefacts

Forbidden Artefacts

Weapon artefacts are those that specialize in attack mainly involving weapons used by Aura users, but some can also be used by mages. It include Swords, spears, Gloves, Daggers, Chains, etc. 

Defensive artefacts are self explanatory, basically extra layer of insurance for ones life, they also come in many different shapes

Support artefacts boost a persons ability like amplification, recovery etc. some of them have other features as well like communication device used by the assassin

Forbidden artifacts are the most dangerous. Some artifacts develop spirituality, making them sought after and precious. they are called Spiritual artefacts. However, this spirituality can be corrupted by natural or artificial means. They can take over a user's body, controlling them to commit heinous acts, or sometimes require sacrifices like life force to work. That is why most of them are very dangerous and listed as forbidden artifacts.

As I thought I began to look at these magnificent artefacts before me, It also gave me trouble on what to choose

'Firstly I cannot choose a weapons artefact' I mused, because currently I am known as a mage so weapon artefact would put suspicious

so now defensive and support artefact are left, I personally don't like support artefacts right now they will be detrimental to my progress 

So that only leaves Defensive artefacts, so with that in mind I started finding a suitable defensive artefact for me

An hour passed by before I knew it, as easy it may seem It was not I ws still looking around without any luck a few defensive artefacts I came around were useless

 "Ahhh .... What to do " I muttered as I sighed helplessly

"May be this is why she took Elie away" I said to myself

This is getting me no where, So I sat down and began to think for an effective method 

I sat down and closed my eyes, I knew that my sensory ability is outstanding so I decided to rely on it

I observed around first I felt nothing but then I felt some energy It was coming from the artefacts, I stood up and went in that direction

I approached the location and the feeling got stronger, at the place there were a few artefacts, but they were special, they had spirituality 

"Spiritual artefact... I never thought I would find them" I muttered

I looked at them it was, a spear, a ring and, a coat all were flooding in light 

"now what to choose" I said contemplating between ring and the coat 

Based on nothing as I looked at the ring and the coat I felt something it was Umbra , my sword vibrating

Interesting, It would seem my sword is also quite special. I observed again the sword reacted when I was near the coat.

'Ill trust you Umbra, don't let me down' I thought and took out my token and placed on the Enchantment surrounding the Coat

The enchantment unfolded and I took a closer look at the coat, the magical long coat was a striking combination of purple and black, with silver inscriptions adorning its edges. These inscriptions emitted a mysterious aura, shimmering faintly as it hovered. 

I placed my hand on the coat, it felt very comfortable to touch, I took it out of the formation, and tried it on. The coat easily adjusted to my body length. I felt a sense of connection with the artefact as It glowed when I passed my mana through it 

"Its perfect" I said as I moved around with ease, suddenly I was given information in my mind about the artefact

Shadow weaver 

The name of the artefact, It is a defensive artefact as It increases my magical resistance, when I pass mana through it, around two Tier above me but it would probably one Tier when I reach High level. Interestingly when I pass prana through it increases the hardness of the fabric, But the most impressive feature is Its ability to automatically defend against sneak attack albeit once daily 

Satisfied with my decision I took my leave, the token disappeared as it was one time use

"I will test more when I go home" I said to myself, observing the coat a bit more 

with that I made my way back towards the agreed spot as time was almost approaching the limit