Rebirth: 100 Days Before Doomsday - Chapter 255

Chapter 255: Fusing More Stones
Grace nodded, rolling her shoulders to ease the tension from hours of intense focus. She had expected the fusion to work eventually, but she hadn’t anticipated such a significant boost in power. If this method could be applied to higher-grade stones, the results could be groundbreaking.

But first, she needed to replicate her success.

She grabbed two more Level One red Spirit Stones and set them before her. Though excitement burned in her veins, she forced herself to stay patient. Rushing the process could lead to failure.

Taking a deep breath, she repeated the steps she had just mastered.

Energy seeped from her fingertips, syncing with the stones. Unlike before, she had a better sense of how to guide the flow, ensuring that the two separate forces didn’t clash but instead wove together like threads of the same fabric.

The resistance was still there, but it wasn’t as aggressive as before.

She focused, steadying the connection, using her thoughts to mold the two as one.

Slowly, the two stones began to merge.

And then, another burst of light filled the room.

As the glow faded, she found herself holding a second fused Spirit Stone.

A wide smile stretched across her lips.

She had done it again.

“It appears your success wasn’t a one-time event,” 2025 noted. “Also, it took an hour and thirteen minutes to fuse the first pair, while you did in only twenty-six minutes for second pair.”

Grace nodded, determination settling in her chest.

If she could master this process, she could strengthen Greenstone’s warriors, enhance weapons, and even find new ways to improve their survival in this harsh world. The possibilities were endless.

This was just the beginning.

She held the second fused Spirit Stone between her fingers, watching as its deep red hue pulsed steadily. The success filled her with a renewed sense of purpose. This wasn’t just about combining Spirit Stones anymore – it was about unlocking a method that could change everything for her future.

But first, she needed to push further.

She set down the newly fused stone and grabbed two more, repeating the process. Her mind was sharper now, her senses attuned to the energy inside the stones. She could feel the flow of power within them, the resistance as they tried to repel each other, and the point where they finally began to blend into one.

It took her less time than before – only twelve minutes. The glow of fusion filled the room once more, and when the light faded, she found herself holding yet another fused Spirit Stone.

“Three successful fusions in a row,” 2025 observed. “Your efficiency is improving. You have reduced the fusion time overwhelmingly.”

Grace exhaled, rolling her shoulders. The effort drained her, but the rush of accomplishment kept her going.

She sat back against the stone platform, her gaze shifting to the space around her. The vast expanse of her space was quiet except for the faint hum of energy in the air. She had spent so much time here lately – training with the dragon, testing fusions, and strategizing for future.

Her mind briefly wandered to Greenstone. They were progressing well. The warriors were improving, the farmers were adapting to the harsh conditions, and order had been established. But it wasn’t enough. She had seen how quickly the world could turn against them.

The infected weren’t the only threats out there.

She needed to ensure Greenstone’s survival.

She closed her eyes for a moment, centering herself. When she opened them again, her focus was sharper than before.

“Shall I initiate the next fusion?” 2025 asked.

Grace shook her head. “Not yet. I need to push the limit.”

She reached for two newly fused stones and placed them before her.

Fusing Level One stones was an accomplishment, but what if she could merge two already-fused stones?

The thought sent a thrill through her veins.

She inhaled deeply, steadying her energy. This would be harder. The more powerful a Spirit Stone became, the stronger its resistance to fusion. If she wasn’t careful, the energy could destabilize and explode.

She wasn’t afraid of failure.

She was afraid of stagnation.

With careful precision, she reached out, letting her power flow into the two fused Spirit Stones. Immediately, she felt the resistance surge against her. The stones pulsed wildly, vibrating in her palms. The sheer force of their energy was almost overwhelming, but she gritted her teeth and pushed forward.

The key was control.

She needed to guide them, not force them.

Slowly, ever so slowly, she directed their energy, weaving them together like strands of silk. The resistance didn’t fade, but it softened, bending to her will rather than rejecting her entirely.

A spark ignited between them, followed by a pulse of light.

Grace didn’t let up.

She continued guiding, molding, until… a brilliant flash filled the area. And when it cleared, a single stone sat in her hands.

A Level Four Spirit Stone.

Her breath hitched as she stared at it, feeling the sheer power radiating from within. This was beyond what she had hoped for.

She had done it.

“You are indeed impressive, Master.” 2025 complimented as it completed scanning the newly fused Level Four Spirit Stone.

Grace let out a long sigh and handed the stone to the little creature. She would have loved to continue fusing more stones, but she could feel how depleted her energy was after the previous continous fusions. The successful ones consumed almost double energy than the failed ones.

“I’m going to get some sleep.” She told 2025 as she stood up and headed to her bedroom in the villa.

“Before that, let me remind you, it’s time you start focusing on getting stronger. All this time, you have been caught up with one thing or another which barely gave you the time to focus on yourself. It’s time you change that.” 2025 decided to remind her.

Grace nodded her head in understanding. She was aware of how negligent she was being. 2025 was right, she should now focus on getting stronger.