............Aarav nodded, his expression hardening with worry. "First, we need to ensure the city’s immediate safety. We must also gather intelligence on these seven individuals and their possible connections. If they have allied with others, we need to know."Galen hesitated, then continued, "There's more, my Lord. After Archbishop Deniel freed me from their trap, I fought those six individuals. I thought I had the upper hand, but I miscalculated. I ended up having to kill them."Aarav's eyebrows lifted in surprise. "You killed all six?""Yes," Galen confirmed. "But before I could catch my breath, I encountered another enemy. A powerful, mysterious man who had the same aura as the seven. I believe he was their leader. His energy attacks were vicious and full of dark power. It was like fighting a storm made of shadows and hatred."Aarav’s expression grew graver. "This leader, what did he look like?"Galen's eyes narrowed as he recalled the encounter. "He was dressed in street punk s
............"Let's inquire if Lord Chauhan and Lord Lumara can hold on for three hours. After that, the Lord Heir will personally deal with those sinners for daring to bare their fangs at the Sacred Temple of God Elandor," Pope Aurelius proposed, his tone firm as they prepared to assess the situation at the front lines against the Traitors."Ring... Ring...!" Cardinal Gabriel called Rajendra Chauhan first."Yes, Left Cardinal," Rajendra answered, his tired voice coming through the line."How is the situation, Lord Chauhan?" Cardinal Gabriel asked, sensing Rajendra’s exhaustion from dealing with the constant harassment. He decided to get straight to the point."The situation is just as dire as before. My men are struggling to handle the pet beasts of Everglen," Rajendra replied wearily."Hmm, we have some good news for you, Lord Chauhan. If you can hold your position and defend for three more hours, someone will come personally to punish all the sinners," Cardinal Gabriel informed hi
............"Brace yourselves!" Thaddeus Lumara called out, warning his men to keep their stance steady and resist the pressure.He could see the strain in his men's eyes, but he also saw their unyielding spirit. They would not let the Moonshroud Family break through, not as long as they had breath in their bodies."Booomnn....Bammn....Craassh....!!"The battle raged on, the street filled with the sounds of clashing steel, magical explosions, and the unending clash of willpower. The Lumara Family stood firm, their barriers shining brightly even as they began to show signs of wear.Thaddeus Lumara was beginning to wear himself out, and he saw that his men couldn't hold much longer as they were out of Half-Divine Tools to deploy the barriers. He just hoped they could hold on a little longer.Morn, sensing the last struggle of the Lumara family defenders, redoubled his efforts. "Press the attack!" he roared. "We break through now, or not at all!""Booomnn....Craaackk...!!"Each barrier
............"Hmnn... What’s with them? Why are they suddenly showing such messy expressions?" Aarav, advancing towards the Moonshroud Family with slow and steady steps, noticed their emotional turmoil reflected on their faces.Aarav wondered if these bastards were having second thoughts now after coming this far with their greedy and selfish actions.Curious about their next move, he continued to put pressure on them while walking slowly, giving them an opportunity to rethink before he put these losers out of their misery.Aarav would have no mercy for these idiots who thought they could get away after betraying their god Elandor, who had given them everything. Even their family prestige and status were bestowed upon them by God Elandor.How could these traitors forget that? Ungrateful shits. Aarav already knew the punishment he wanted to give them.Aarav paused in his steps, seeing one of them approaching with a firm look on his face, as if he had made up his mind about something
............"Captain, what's the situation on the battlefield?" Aarav asked, his voice cutting through the distant sounds of conflict.Captain Ramesh Chauhan's expression grew more serious. "My lord, the Everglen Family launched a surprise attack. They hit the heart of the city before we could fully mobilize. We've managed to push them back a bit, but it's cost us a lot. Many civilians were caught in the crossfire."Aarav clenched his fists, anger rising. "This shouldn't have happened. We need to restore order immediately. Where are their main forces concentrated?""To the north of here, near the old market district," Ramesh replied. "They're heavily fortified, and there are a lot of them. Our scouts report they have some new kind of pet beasts that have been tearing through our defenses."Aarav nodded, his mind racing. "We need a strategy to break through their lines and deal with those beasts. Gather your best men, Captain. We're going to hit them hard and fast."Ramesh saluted. "
............Eirik's words hung heavily in the air, his anger obvious. The Elders shifted uneasily, their faces pale with a mix of pain and fear."We don't know, Master," one of the Elders said, his voice shaking. "We had full control, and then suddenly... nothing. It felt like a powerful force cut our connection."Eirik's eyes narrowed. "A powerful force, you say? Are you suggesting that someone in the Chauhan family has gained such strength?""That seems to be the only explanation," another Elder replied, wiping blood from his mouth. "We must investigate further."Eirik turned sharply, his cloak swirling around him. "Very well. Double the guards around the perimeter. No one enters or leaves without my permission."He moved away and walked back to their temporary command office inside an intact building."How is the situation? How much longer are those useless fools going to take?" As he entered a room filled with cool air and a comfortable feel, a lady in a red dress with a regal b
............"Whooosh....Zappp...Boommm...!!" Suddenly, dark clouds gathered ominously above him, swirling and churning with otherworldly might.With a swift motion, Aarav raised his hand towards the sky in a commanding gesture."Zappp...Craaack....!!" As if answering his call, a bolt of lightning crackled from the dark clouds, resembling hungry dragons."Zaaappp....Booommn....!!" The bolt rushed towards the oncoming beasts with ferocious intensity, striking them with precision and force."Howl...Boommn...Thud...Thud...!!" With each strike, the beasts howled in pain and confusion, their once formidable charge now quelled by the power of Divine Retribution."Hahaha... this is fun. I never thought I'd be able to wield Thunder itself," Aarav muttered to himself as he lowered his hand. The thunder stopped, and the dark clouds receded."What a roasted scent... but these should not be edible, right?" Aarav joked as he looked at the street, where the bodies of dozens of beasts lay charred b
............"Hmm... who are you? How dare you intervene when I am trying to punish a sinner!" Aarav noticed Eirik's body was missing after the dust cleared. He also sensed another presence, which had interrupted his punishment and saved Eirik from his wrath."Fufufu... What do you mean, My Lord? You were just about to send my son to meet his maker, and you expect me not to intervene!" Elowen Everglen appeared a distance away from Aarav, her laughter echoing with a chilling tone as her son, Eirik, lay unconscious on the back of a beast resembling a large eagle."Ohh... You are the mother of this sinner. That means you are the root of sin itself!" Aarav directed his gaze at Elowen Everglen, his voice cold as he confronted her, his pressure bearing down on her, causing her to flinch but hold her ground."Fufufu... How scary, but I am not your opponent," Elowen Everglen laughed before stepping back, and suddenly, black tendrils like limbs attacked Aarav."Whoosh...!!""Now who is this..