[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-journey-to-become-the-zenith":3,"chapter-journey-to-become-the-zenith-journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-107":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Journey to Become the Zenith",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1828444,2432,"Chapter 107: Awakening in the Royal Chamber","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-107",107,"\u003Cp>Awakening in the Royal Chamber\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl, who had been lying unconscious on a very comfortable bed, suddenly jolted awake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her sapphire-blue eyes snapped open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment she didn’t move.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her mind was foggy, like someone had stuffed cotton inside her skull. The soft mattress beneath her body felt unfamiliar. Warm sunlight filtered through silk curtains, painting the room in a soft golden glow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then instinct took over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl immediately sat upright.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart raced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her eyes scanned the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amura... Rika?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice came out hoarse.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The first thing she did when she woke up was look for her weapons.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More specifically—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For the spirits bound to them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She glanced toward the corner where her long sword rested against the wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the room looked empty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No silver-haired spirit leaning lazily nearby.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No black-haired girl with a teasing smile perched somewhere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl frowned slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amura... Rika... don’t hide.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her brows furrowed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a brief moment anxiety flickered inside her chest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she closed her eyes and tried to remember what had happened before she lost consciousness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Images slowly surfaced.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The throne room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Queen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That monstrous final strike.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her last attack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The glowing blade.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Darkness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I attacked the Queen...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice was quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...and then I passed out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mana exhaustion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That was the last thing she remembered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl exhaled slowly and rubbed her temples.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she spoke again, louder this time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Amura, Rika, stop pretending to sleep.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her tone turned slightly annoyed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know you two don’t sleep.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Come out and tell me what happened after I fainted.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>For a moment the room remained silent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A soft shimmer appeared near the long sword.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Silver light gathered in the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And slowly—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A woman materialized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The spirit of the long sword stepped forward gracefully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her long steel-colored hair flowed like liquid metal down her back. Her silver robe hugged her athletic body, the twin slits on each side revealing her elegant legs with every step.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her toned thighs shifted beneath the fabric as she moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her D-cup breasts rose gently beneath the robe’s folds as she folded her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind her—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Another ripple of mana formed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And Rika appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unlike Amura’s calm elegance, Rika carried a playful aura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her long black hair spilled down her back like silk. The white-silver robe she wore clung softly to her curvy figure, the slit revealing her long legs as she stepped beside Amura.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her C-cup chest lifted slightly as she stretched lazily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both spirits stood beside the bed.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amura spoke first.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Master... we were trying not to disturb your sleep.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She smiled softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rika nodded in agreement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yeah,\" Rika added with a playful grin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You looked like a dead person. We figured you needed the rest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Dead person?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rika shrugged.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Well... you collapsed like one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amura lightly smacked Rika’s shoulder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don’t tease Master.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she looked back at Videl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You pushed your body beyond its limits.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl exhaled slowly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Okay... so how long was I unconscious?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amura answered calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You were unconscious for two days.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl froze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...Two days?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice rose.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Two days?!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She jumped out of the bed so fast the blanket flew to the floor.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Victor is going to kill me!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rika burst into laughter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"He’s not going to kill you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amura tilted her head slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although he might be disappointed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That made Videl stiffen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...That’s worse.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She groaned quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-----\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After Videl finally calmed down and reassessed her situation, she changed back into her clothes and stepped outside the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The corridor was quiet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But the moment she stepped out—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A figure straightened beside the wall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mora.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The knight stood there as if he had been waiting the entire time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When he saw Videl, relief crossed his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re awake.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl nodded politely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sir Mora.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He studied her briefly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You should rest more.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl immediately shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ve already spent too much time here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice carried quiet urgency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I need to return to Fantom City immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mora sighed softly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I expected you would say that.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he straightened.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"In that case... Her Majesty wishes to see you one last time before you leave.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once again Videl stood inside the throne room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But this time—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her heart beat a little faster.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Now that she truly understood how powerful Queen Amara was...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her respect had deepened considerably.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amara sat upon the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A strand of pale light slipped from her shoulder, trailing behind like a secret. Quietly, those red eyes held Videl’s face without blinking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>That long dress fit close along her strong frame.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Frozen in place, she filled every corner of the room without rising.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A soft pressure showed where her E-cup bust met the stiff royal attire, the material giving just a little over her front. The shape held firm beneath the tailored design, tension faint along the seams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One leg draped softly over the other under her robe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Out of nowhere, a hush fell as her words slipped through the air - gentle, yet impossible to ignore. Her tone had a way of curling around silence like warm smoke. Not loud, but full of pull. Each syllable moved slow, almost humming. Quiet strength lived there, tucked beneath the rhythm.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Young knight... we are pleased to see you awake.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl knelt respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Your Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amara continued calmly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We have been informed of your wish to return to the academy immediately.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her crimson eyes glinted faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But before you go...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She reached beside the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Queen has something to give you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As promised.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She flicked her wrist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A small object spun through the air.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here. Receive it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl caught it instinctively.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A platinum ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Simple.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But heavy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She looked closer.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The insignia engraved into the metal was unmistakable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The same phoenix-and-castle crest displayed behind the throne.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl blinked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amara leaned slightly forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Queen has heard that you are having difficulty with certain nobles in the academy.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice carried faint amusement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That ring is a symbol.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She rested her chin against her hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It informs others... that you are friends with royalty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl stared at the ring.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Amara continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Show those foolish nobles this ring... and they will bother you no longer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A faint smile appeared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But if they persist...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her crimson eyes sharpened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Tell them this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice became colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To him who mischief seeks, shall mischief fall. There comes an hour that recompenses all.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She leaned back again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The smart ones will understand.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"And the stupid ones...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her lips curved faintly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I will allow you to deal with them as you see fit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Videl bowed her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for this wonderful gift, Your Majesty.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truthfully—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She didn’t really need something like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But refusing the Queen’s gift would be incredibly rude.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So she accepted it respectfully.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>-------\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not long after, Videl and Mora left the palace.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They boarded a carriage waiting outside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vehicle rolled through the capital gates and began the long journey back to Fantom City.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the palace—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Queen Amara stood on a balcony overlooking the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her crimson eyes followed the carriage as it slowly disappeared into the distance.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The wind gently moved her silver hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her expression was serious now.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Very different from the playful smile she had shown earlier.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She watched until the carriage vanished completely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then she spoke quietly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m sorry, young knight...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her gaze remained fixed on the horizon.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But for now...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her voice turned colder.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This Queen needs to use you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her crimson eyes darkened slightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I need you...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"...to cut down those nobles who are leeches feeding on this kingdom.\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1271,"2026-06-09T06:06:36.927Z",1,"novelbin.me","ee3eaadcb9934a386395c7b62bdd8cdbec026451ed5269cf47bd3df92e976cf6","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-108","journey-to-become-the-zenith-chapter-106",253,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fjourney-to-become-the-zenith-cover.jpg"]