The moment the gem appeared, Ethan's eyes lit up.
The aura coming off that yellow stone was identical to what he'd absorbed earlier from the golden ore.
Only this was more complete. More stable. Like a core shard ripped straight out of the deepest part of a vein.
This giant definitely knew where the golden ore was.
Otherwise, there was no way he could pull something like this out so casually.
The giant stared at Ethan too, the look in his eyes fixed and predatory. He extended a massive palm and pressed it toward the yellow gemstone.
Fine cracks instantly spiderwebbed across the gem's surface. The compressed golden energy inside surged out, first forming a halo in front of him—then swelling fast, turning into a thick, rolling golden tide.
Ethan didn't hesitate for a second.
Behind him came the sound of bone and energy stretching open at the same time.
