The First Ark: Deathless Prequel by Fox Chris

Author:Fox, Chris [Fox, Chris]
Language: eng
Format: azw3, epub
Published: 2014-12-24T05:00:00+00:00

Chapter 7- Ka-Ken

Isis was unsure how long she was unconscious, but she rose hurriedly to her feet as soon as she was able. Nothing had changed about the room that she could see, save that the giant image of the strange god was gone.

"How do I save Osiris?" she asked, hoping it could still hear her. There were many questions, but that was the only one that mattered.

We must create a mutagen capable of repairing his body. It will change him, but it is the only way, a voice explained, echoing through her mind.

"I do not understand your words," she said, raising a hand to her forehead as she fought off a dizzy spell.

I will show you, Ka-Ken, the voice explained. Allow me to guide you. Relax, and stare at the crystal before you.

She did as she was bid, resting her weight on the staff and she stared at the crystal in which it was embedded. Shapes began to swirl inside, strange symbols she could not understand. What were they?

They are glyphs, each one representing one of the creatures stored in the repository, the voice answered her unspoken question. Could it hear her thoughts?

Yes, Ka-Ken. As I said we are one.

A glyph rose from the swirling mass, appearing directly over the crystal. The crystal turned green for a moment, then another rose. Faster and faster they came, each glyph another color. She winced as the light grew brighter until finally it calmed and the glyphs stopped. A single smaller crystal rose from the top of the larger one, floating into the air until it was at eye level. It pulsed green with a soft inner light.

"What is that?" she breathed, awed by the magic.

We have created a mutagen, a virus that will shape the helixes of your species. If we are swift, it may repair the damage done to your Dun. It will revive him, though if the damage is extensive his mind may never be the same. The results could be unpredictable, but it is the only way.

"I will take any chance, just show me what I must do," she commanded. If the voice lived in her head, then it would learn to obey her.

Pick up the crystal, then remove the staff, the voice said.

Isis did as she was instructed, first removing the glowing green gem and then removing the staff. The stone went dark, as did the giant stone below. Only the crystals lining the walls still glowed. She was light headed, but Isis forced herself back the way she had come. She picked a rapid path along the walkway, heading as swiftly as she could manage toward the passage that had led her into the room.

Once we have ascended, you must go back to your Dun's body. You will need to bring it to the rejuvenator, just as your other companion was brought. It is there we will administer the mutagen.

The voice was talking about Sobek, she knew because the words carried images with them. They were like speech but imbued with the power of thought.

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