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Paths of Extinction Chapter 119 Aether Burners
Volume 3: The Cost of Love As it turned out, Zeke’s indirect expulsion was more beneficial than it was detrimental. He returned to living in the old apartment provided by Edward and spent most of his time either helping Sulong completing requests or training. One month passed in the blink of an eye and there had been no unexpected and life-threatening problems. The mercenary work wasn’t difficult and often involved protected shipments, guarding an individual from the shadows, or retrieving an item from the client’s opposing party. There were no Special or Urgent missions from the System, which was a fortunate thing for Zeke as he felt wary and hesitant about those generous missions, especially after he had been forced to kill the Earthling Ambassador. The Vyrsan Family has been oddly quiet and no more assassins were hired. The Ivory Oak Order remained in hiding and waited for orders from their superior, and the Earthlings had definitively left the Aether Planet. Overall, things we
Paths of Extinction Chapter 120 The Runaway Zyth
Frederic, Bibi, Xiao, Maxwell Lepard, Veronica Serpents, and Azmer Lorson, all wore the formal robes of the Ivory Oak Order and orderly stood next to each other. They faced a man with a threatening stature and a busy black beard; The Black Templar. He was a high-ranking member of their organisation and someone in charge of many teams, including theirs. The Black Templar, Lex Eques, swept his cold eyes across his six members, specifically focusing on the blond-haired young man at the right. “Do you know what our organisation’s motto is?” Lex asked with an authoritative tone as he narrowed his eyes. It was clear that he only wanted Azmer to answer. Caught off-guard, the youth momentarily hesitated before responding, “Self-discipline, Wisdom, and Empowerment.” “And what is our purpose?” “That’s…” Azmer couldn’t respond as he fidgeted around, eventually lowering his head. “The Ivory Oak Order is the union of many like-minded parties, however, we do answer to one strong entity. M
Paths of Extinction Chapter 121 In The Face of Death
Azmer looked at the other team under the Black Templar: There were four of them, all dressed in the standard grey and white cloaks of the Ivory Oak Order.He found it strange that they were ‘forced’ to wear those outfits during an operation as that would reveal their identities, but Veronica argued that they wanted the people to know.“What’s the plan? We cut his slimy limbs?”A man with a donkey-like face, a disturbing smile, and a particularly long tongue that dangled outside like a dog’s, turned to look at the ‘leader’ of this operation.The young girl, Veronica Serpents, motioned for him to remain in hiding as she quietly responded,“We’ll talk to him first. Don’t do anything stupid.”The man with an ugly mug clicked his tongue and spat on the ground, which was a clear sign of mockery.“Can’t believe I’m taking orders from a woman.”“...”Veronica’s eyes turned cold, but she refrained from verbally disputing at such a crucial time and place.All ten of them were stationed around t
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“I don’t understand, Zeke. Why are you protecting him?” Veronica stopped a distance from the scythe-wielding youth and motioned to Gastin, who was busy opening the container. “It isn’t a personal vendetta or anything like that.” Responded Zeke as he shrugged, “He hired us to protect him. I didn’t expect you people to appear.” “Yet here we are. So… what now?” A black snake slid from within Veronica’s cloak and wrapped around her neck, its eyes concentrated on Zeke, hissing at him menacingly. “You know, you could just walk away.” Upon hearing him, it wasn’t the cool-headed Veronica who lashed back but the distressed Maxwell, who wasn’t pleased with Frederic’s death. “Do you think we’re afraid of you?” He looked at his teammates, seemingly a bit riled up. “We can take him down.” “There’s not just him.” Muttered the fearful Bibi as he looked over to the side, focusing on Sulong and the Zyth. Gastin was already a strong individual, and they had just seen Sulong incinerate Hanza wit
Paths of Extinction Chapter 123 Surprise Encounter
Pyromancy was the most wide-spread ability amongst the genetically gifted humans. It was also the easiest to defend against, either with the use of a counter ability, proper artifacts, or the right tactic. After all, Pyromancy was just casting fireballs of different sizes or causing fiery explosions.Only when Pyromancy was turned into a special type of fire would it become extremely dangerous. A perfect example was William Lorson’s Ink Fire, which charred the entirety of Zeke’s arm and couldn’t be healed using conventional means.Sulong’s ‘Pyromancy’ was special from the get-go, but his crimson fire was ‘savage’, in contrast to Azmer’s ‘serene’ Origin Fire.Precisely for that reason, Special Agent Elizabeth and the tenacious Zeke jumped out of the way. The former was already wary of the blond youth’s fire and the latter felt a dangerous heat and instinctively dodged, though that could be attributed to the fear born from being subjected to William’s fire.A tall cloaked figure descend
Paths of Extinction Chapter 124 The Trial Of Fire System
Deep within Black Rock Mountain, in the an outrageously massive cavern riddled with volcanic holes and infested with ferocious lizards, Special Agent Katrina and Jonathan Stellar Link were reaching the end of their arduous ‘journey’.They had killed hundreds of Magma Lizards, and both were finally reaching their physical limits. Even with the help of a System, Jonathan wasn’t an all-powerful, unstoppable human.The System in his possession derived power from misery and anguish. It heavily relied on the user’s mental state, and the worse it was, the stronger he would become.For a man like him, who had been through hell and suffered again and again, it was a suitable System, but that didn’t make it diverse.It was considered a ‘Minor’ System, significantly inferior to the Paths of Extinction System, which was one of the three Divine Scriptures.“It’s there!”Jonathan smashed his hands together and let out an uncontrollable black mist that protected him and blew all the incoming lizards
Paths of Extinction Chapter 125 Breakfast and Warmth
“Don’t you have any money?”Zeke unlocked the door to his apartment and hesitantly looked back as he asked the Witch. However, once he saw her piercing glare, he quickened his steps and went inside.Basically, Jennifer Savbra appeared in front of her and demanded to accompany him home. Apparently, she was sent here to monitor him, but she didn’t elaborate on the details. For example, why would the Witch Queen be interested in him? What did the Witch Association want from him?He only understood the need for secrecy, after all, Jennifer was the commander of her nation’s armies. A very important figure and an incredibly strong witch. Her presence here would alarm the three Departments and they wouldn’t let her roam around so freely. Even if they were generous enough to let her stay at Zeke’s side, they would closely monitor her to avoid any problems.“This is much better.”As if it was her own apartment, Jennifer sat on the sofa and spread her legs and arms. Noticing the fidgety youth s
Paths of Extinction Chapter 126 Invasion
The Sunken Metropolis was the Southernmost city of the Nezulian Republic as well as the most bustling civilised settlement. There was also Poudel City and The capital, both of which were similar in size, located North-West and North-East of the Sunken Metropolis. Poudel City was a proud and relatively ‘new’ city that housed the companies and public organisations. It had breath-taking sights for tourists, but the downside was that its inhabitants were mainly wealthy businessmen, government officials, and rich merchants. It was one of the pillars of the Nezulian Republic, a fortified settlement ruled by Madam Jevani, the head of the Department of Finance. It was a day like any other; The sky was clear, the wind was mixed with the heat of the summer, the streets were crowded with people heading to work. Poudel City was similar to the large cities found on Earth. In terms of the technology integrated into communication, transportation, and construction, it was superior to the Capital
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“I and Hephradet personally studied it, but found nothing. Here you go.”Kleya handed back the strange item back to Zeke.“There’s no Aether or any other foreign energy inside. We couldn’t determine its purpose.”“I see. Thank you anyway.”“Don’t worry about it. You should rest more or else I’ll never hear the end of it from Jenny.”Zeke wryly smiled and nodded. His mother kept nagging him day and night, telling him to rest and not continuously wander around the castle checking on everyone and making sure there were no issues.His body was already healthy and he felt no odd disturbances or unexpected awakenings. Everything is as normal as it could be.Just as Kleya left the room, Jennifer came in. Behind her was a red-faced Celestia, which made Zeke frown.“Mom?”Surprisingly, Jennifer grabbed his ear and pulled him to the couch.“Did I not tell you to overdo it?”“W-what? I haven’t done anything!”“That’s not what she told me!”Celestia stood a distance away, her head lowered in emba
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“It’s still too early to assess everything, but… over 80% of the entire planet’s population died.” Kleya, whose eyes were a bit red and her face was filled with fatigue, sat across Zeke and Celestia. “And Her Majesty?” When she heard his question, Kleya lowered her head and held herself back from crying. “We… we think she died fighting the System. It’s no longer possible to return to the Unending Star, so we decided to acknowledge that Her Majesty was amongst those who had fallen there.” “I’m sorry.” “Don’t be. She… she died protecting what she believed in. Us. Not just the Witch Association but all of the Aether Planet.” Zeke sighed, feeling sorry when he saw Kleya like that. The Witch Queen was the pillar of the Witch Association, their respected leader. It was especially so for Kleya and the other 6-star Witches, excluding Jennifer. “A-anyway, the situation at the capital of the Nezulian Republic remains the same. We’re still looking for a way to cancel that Frost Spell cast
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Chapter 237 The 5th User
“Huff… huff…” With a hand pressed against his hurting chest, Zeke dragged his tired feet toward the fallen copy. The copy’s head turned to look at him, its eyeballs, which looked as if they were to pop-out, were letting out the familiar yet incredibly dim crimson light. “We had completed our objective. There was nothing left for Us to do.” “That didn’t give you the right to wipe entire civilizations.” “You… wouldn’t understand, Zeke Orland.” Unlike earlier, the System spoke through the copy’s mouth. Its charred and cut lips moved in an unnatural way, but the voice was identical to Zeke’s. “We had succeeded. We had saved the world. Then, We understood that our creation, our existence was only for that purpose. That We were a tool destined to cease existing.” “...” “We could not tolerate that.” “So you manifested a will of your own?” In response to that, a self-deprecating laugh came from the copy. “After choosing our first User, we saw how the Races we were supposed to prote
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Chapter 236 The Phoenix
While the Phoenix battled the System in the Cursed Plains of the Unending Star, Zeke’s fight against his copy continued.Things took a turn for the worst when the Crown was crushed and the System’s powers dramatically increased. Nevertheless, Zeke didn’t lose yet. His body was flung and then crashed into the ground, blood gushing out from his shoulder and back.Even then, he slowly stood up and grinned toward the System.“Still fighting the good fight.”The previously calm ‘copy’, or at least the System’s disembodied voice, grew agitated as Zeke refused to remain on the ground.“My will is not so easily broken.”[Voltage King]Zeke’s eyes shone with an azure light as his voltage grew silent and became white.[Divine Champion][Divine Sreyzhanian Arts]Just as he charged at the System again, its body suddenly turned stiff as if being immobilized by something.The item handed by Kayro Ol Zerg flashed from Zeke’s pocket.[Fist of Fury]Zeke’s fists, glowing orange and wrapped in condens
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Chapter 235 The God's Spear
“What’s wrong? I thought you were invincible in your domain.”Zeke’s taunt had no effect, at least not at first. The System stood straight and looked down on its wounded body.“You know nothing of Us.”The copy raised its hand, and very soon, something familiar appeared.It was a tangible object of an odd-shape, but Zeke knew what it was. The Crown.“You will know what it is to be helpless and defeated, 5th user.”“You’re still talking?”Zeke let out a smile and charged forth, his fists wrapped by thick voltage.The System crushed the crown as the red voltage manifested and exploded in an uncontrollable manner.…“Is it done?”Julia Lopmore furrowed her brows as she looked at the enemy, whose body was crushed, burned, and almost unrecognisable. It wasn’t a body anymore, but a mass of flesh and poison.The silence lasted for a very short time as the Crown also appeared in reality.“Stop it!” Shouted Frederic as took out a blue bead, one with the same size and shape that Nicneven had pr
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Chapter 234 All-out Fight
Xiao, with his spear in hand, actually deflected the Divine Thunder before safely landing on the ground.Several people appeared close to the Witch Queen. As she swept her eyes across the six people that unexpectedly showed up here.“Your Majesty, we’re here to lend a hand.” Frederic Whitefort smirked and looked at her as he muttered those words. He had brought along Azmer, Xiao, Celestia, Ava, and Julia Lopmore.“You… how ar-”“We can save that talk for later, eh?”Frederic motioned toward Zeke, who was standing there and staring back at them with a hollow expression.“As I’m the weakest of the bunch, I’ll just stay behind and offer assistance… as well as try to heal Her Majesty.”The Vagabond knelt next to Nicnteven and extended his hand towards her. He let out a warm and serene white light, which made her feel rejuvenated. It was Holy Magic, something which she didn’t know he could use.“Wouldn’t Zeke die if we tried to kill the System?” Asked Julia while furrowing her brows.“Not
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Chapter 233 The Seat of Magic
Right after the destruction of the Heart of the Dead Ends, Zeke stood there, seemingly in a daze.The Witch Queen stared at him intensely, and when his eyes glowed with a crimson light, she immediately attacked.Jonathan roared and rushed as well, a creeping Darkness exploding from his hands.Nicneven struck out from afar, unleashing a blazing wave of flames, fused with a spinning thick beam of Ice-aspected energy.The Paths of Extinction System, which had taken control of Zeke’s body, retaliated with full-force as well.Dozens of thunderbolts erupted from Zeke’s raised hand, blasting Jonathan back and clashing with the Queen’s magic.“The Seat of Magic.” Muttered a voice that didn’t resemble Zeke albeit speaking from his mouth.It was emotionless and cold, one which no living being would be able to imitate.[Voltage Zap]Using such an elementary skill, the System shot innumerable bolts that arched in the air and concentrated on Nicneven.She jumped out of the way and performed a stra
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Chapter 232 The End of the 2nd Cycle
“I know this is a lot to take in, Zeke Orland. But, I want you to trust me. Know that I have your best interest in heart and I wouldn’t have come unless necessary. I could’ve let you venture alone and complete your objective, after which you’ll be killed by your own System.”Zeke pointed his open hand toward the incoming shades.[Voltage King]A barrage of lightning bolts was unleashed, piercing through the shades and extinguishing them. They vaporised in an instant, leaving only a bit of red fog.The Dead Ends and the Paths of Extinction System, they both had that unique and ominous crimson light. However, Zeke thought it was just a coincidence.Now that the truth was revealed to him, he felt a bit lost. It wasn’t that much of a surprise that his System was dangerous or a threat as he had already suspected as much after learning about Edward Heart.Nevertheless, the fact that it was a tool from the very beginning did make him feel weak and clueless.An eerie silence flowed between Ze
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Chapter 231 The Paths of Extinction System
Thanks to the thunderstorm Zeke had previously summoned, the three of them managed to reach and enter the Black Spike. Strangely enough, the entrance of the spire was fully-opened as if beckoning them inside. “This looks man-made.” “Because it is.” Answered Nicneven as she held the black katana with one hand and controlled five differently-colored elemental orb with the other. The interior of the black spike was empty but particularly eerie. Everything was black and except a spiralling staircase that led to the top, there was nothing else, not even the crimson fog. “Who made it?” “...” “Why do you refuse to tell me anything, Your Majesty? What is the Dead Ends? Who created it?” “You do not need to concern yourself with that. Just destroy the Hearts and everything will end.” Her immediate dismissal did irritate him, but he didn’t press her for answers he knew she wouldn’t give. “This is the final stretch. Jonathan, take the vanguard.” “Yes, Your Majesty.” Jonathan pushed bac
