The Alternative/Overwatch
Panthera Secrets

Neema also explained to me all about the new mine that became the weapon and source of life of Panthera for centuries. The Oorvloed stone. It looks like the country of Panthera is inspired by an African country that is almost a black majority. They also named the stone from their language which, if interpreted as Oorvloed, means "gift".

It is so named because this stone that raises their social degrees in the eyes of the world and has a lot of uniqueness and benefits. First, this stone is very light, but still very hard. Even the hardness level exceeded Steel and diamond. It even takes 10 elephants to bend one layer of Oorvloed with a thickness of 1 millimeter.

Besides being very hard, Oorvloed stones are also good conductors of electricity, heat and manna conductors. Even better than metal, iron, copper, silver, and aluminum. So that only by capitalizing on a little light energy whether it's from sunlight or the moon, the Panthera electricity will not be extinguished until 100 years. Therefore, the stone is black obsidian because black is very good at absorbing heat.

Although very hard, but processing Oorvloed is also very easy, especially if formed using simple manna control. Oorvloed stone will be as soft and flexible as Slime so it is very easy to form. Therefore, the innovation and development of Panthera technology is also very fast and rapid. They can even make armor, weapons, communication tools, trains, lights, drones, anti-aircraft weapons, and what amazes me is a wall that can only be penetrated by god-level entities.

The Oorvloed stone also could not be detected through the middle class tracking skill-type magic making it easy to smuggle. I was amazed to see such a versatile material. I am also very grateful to be able to establish relationships with the Panthera royal family like Naava so that I have access and full power to manage their HR and SDA. Perhaps with this I can also create an artifact of the same level as a cheat item.

"So far I understand the main function of this stone. Now I also understand why Apocalypse wants Panthera destroyed. Your existence and this stone itself is already very threatening even to the international level." I said in amazement holding the Oorvloed pebble.

"Therefore we became a neutral kingdom to avoid large-scale warfare and to break away from the land Dynasty. " Said Neema.

"And with you being part of my Empire your security guarantees have increased dramatically. So that you are not alone in protecting him. You're certain? I could've used it for my own personal gain." I said.

"As long as it can protect the people of Panthera we are willing to give it to you My Swaer. For me the value of this stone is still under the happiness of our people." Answer Neema. I understand the point, without the people this stone becomes worthless because the stone itself is a gift and a curse for them.

Without the stone they are oppressed, but without them, this stone has clearly caused chaos in the form of claims to the international level. Obviously as humans they value their lives far more than this stone. Therefore they entrusted the curse of this stone to me. Who can bear this curse.

"Well, I'll bear all that burden. But I still need your help in maximizing the potential of this stone." My word.

I continued my walk throughout the palace. Without me knowing I had reached the bottom of the palace. I also found a passageway that looked very sacred and ancient at the bottom of the palace. There was even a guard post near the end of the hallway.

From a distance I saw a room like a temple behind the hallway. I also saw Naava who looked like he was looking at something there. I went down the hall and when I wanted to enter the temple the guards crossed their spears indicating I should not go in there.

"Let him in. He got my permission." Naava's orders to the two guards. Their spears came out from before me so that I could enter.

When I looked closer, I saw a cat-shaped amulet sitting in black with golden stripes that made it look very cute. The amulet is floating and protected within the energy wall of the manna.

"An amulet?" My toot.

"Amulet which can only be owned by the king and queen of Panthera. Has an effect on its users to be strong up to 10 times. Instincts are as sharp as predators, increasing agility, durability, and speed. And the most special thing is that the user will get the power directly from the goddess Panthera. This is the most precious royal treasure." Naava.

"Unbelievable, why don't you wear it?" My toot.

"Where is your confidence as the queen of Panthera? You should be better than that. I'm sure you can." My word.

"Even the previous kings also had a history of losing their hands because they were judged unfit by the Goddess." Naava said with fear. Oh my....

I quickly put my right hand into the shield and took the Amulet and threw it at Naava.

"Happy?" I asked to raise one of my eyebrows. Naava could only see me with a gawking face.

"Ba-ba-how can?" The question finally succeeded.

"This is the same as the Panthera's protective wall concept outside. And since I have the power of a god and the soul of some of the gods of Olympus I can pierce through it easily without being impacted." I said casually.

"But your right hand....?! Not that...." Naava was surprised to see my right hand that had returned.

"Your sister gave it to me." My answer.

Naava could only turn his face away in shame because of his fear and incompetence.

I grasped Naava's hands very tightly using my left hand.

"Doubt is what scares you. Doubt is what makes you look incapable. Doubt is also what makes you feel inappropriate. If you have a unanimous decision then make that decision even if you have to lose your hand or even lose your life. If no... " I took my hand off and put Naava's hands cupping the cat's Amulet to his chest.

"...You'll regret it at the end. I know it's easier to say it than practice it. But at least you dare to try." I pat Naava on the shoulder and then walk out of the temple.

But before I could get out, Naava caught my left hand, which made me stop.

"Thank you Gen for cheering me on. You want to go around, right? I'll be company. I need to go somewhere, too." Naava.

"Where?" My toot.

"Pour." Answer Naava.