From Human to Skeleton: Revived with Infinite System Crystals

Chapter 84: Purple Lighting

Ty, propelling towards the ground at a high rate, struggled to stabilize himself. His hand briefly skimmed the water's surface, causing ripples to fan out around him.

The turbulent water splashed wildly against the barrier walls, creating a chaotic dance of droplets in the air.

For a fleeting moment, Ty seemed to float, suspended in the air, before he locked his gaze onto the man on a nearby cliff.

The man, looking back, flashed a smile before taking off again. Underneath Ty, an eruption of energy kicked off as the flames from his feet turned a bright, intense blue.

With this burst of power, he zoomed through the water and then back upwards towards the rocks, his focus unyielding as he tracked down the elusive figure.

The scene was a blend of elemental fury and precise control, with Ty maneuvering through water and air, his pursuit relentless.

The vibrant blue of the flames contrasted starkly against the natural hues of the water and rocks, highlighting the intensity of the chase and the determination that fueled Ty's every move.

The wind, howling and relentless, whipped through Ty's hair as he soared upwards.

His skeletal frame, concealed beneath his human guise, felt an icy shudder from the cold gusts.

Ty was rapidly approaching the hillside where the cloaked man had disappeared.

"Perfect, now just to go higher," Ty thought, focusing on gaining altitude. In his effort to increase momentum, however, he misjudged his trajectory and crashed into the hillside, a miscalculation that sent him hurtling through the cliff's edge.

Amidst this chaotic tumble, Ty's flames drew inwards, contracting sharply.

Simultaneously, the ominous black flames along his back began to seep out, mingling with the red and blue flames in a dangerous dance.

This volatile fusion unleashed a massive eruption of fire and heat, bursting forth from Ty with a ferocity that tore through the hillside.

The scent appeared as delicate wisps of green mist, spiraling upwards in a ghostly dance. Following this unusual visual guide, Ty lifted his gaze.

There, high above and briefly silhouetted against the clouds, was the man he was pursuing. The figure broke through the cloud cover for just a moment before disappearing once again into the vast sky.

This fleeting glimpse, along with the guiding trail of the scent, was all Ty needed to confirm he was on the right track.

Ty, speaking out loud with determination, said, "Let's try this again," before he lifted off the ground. His vision began to fade slightly, becoming disoriented by the fatigue from using three abilities simultaneously.

He launched into the air rapidly, shooting through the clouds as he followed the fleeting scent of the dark-cloaked man. Then, unexpectedly, a voice cracked through the air, not from within, but from outside.

"You even managed to follow me this high up, huh," the voice said, a hint of surprise and acknowledgment in its tone.

"Too bad you don't really think about who you're chasing, but I have to hand it to Legato; you really do have a lot of promise," the voice continued. Suddenly, a lightning bolt jetted into Ty's chest.

The impact from the massive purple bolt of light was devastating. It clung to Ty's chest, its electrical energy momentarily paralyzing his body.

This brief paralysis was enough to send him hurtling towards the ground, his descent hastened by the sheer force of the attack.

He crashed into a flat-bottomed land, surrounded by six pillars, three on each side. Struggling to stand, Ty slowly looked around, taking in his surroundings.

The pillars, each etched with odd designs, stood like silent sentinels, and an open cave mouth beckoned into expansive darkness. Just then, the dark-cloaked man landed behind him.

"That should have definitely killed you," the man remarked a tone of disbelief in his voice.

But Ty, with a swift swipe towards the man's face, drew blood, which streamed down his cheek. Ty's voice was stern and unwavering as he backed the man away, "You will return the crystal to me, or I will kill you. This is my last warning to you."

The tension in the air was palpable, the two figures facing off amidst the ancient pillars and the looming darkness of the cave.