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Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 45
The room went silent.Everyone had given Miko some space to breathe and recover.Miko let out a slow breath, sinking deeper into the thin mattress. The quiet was nice, even if his body still ached from the fight. His limbs felt heavy, and for once, he actually considered listening to Anna’s advice and getting some rest.Just as his eyes started to close, the door creaked open.He sighed. "I thought you guys wanted to let me rest—" He turned his head, expecting to see Akiya or Liam smirking at him.It wasn’t them.Aria Lin stood at the doorway, arms crossed, her usual cold expression in place.Miko blinked, sitting up a little. "…You’re not one of my teammates."She took a step inside, closing the door behind her. "Obviously."Miko tilted his head. "So what, you here to finish the job?"Aria exhaled sharply, shaking her head. "I don’t know why I’m here.""That makes two of us," Miko muttered.Aria’s sharp eyes flickered over him, as if scanning his injuries. She crossed her arms tighte
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 46
The stadium buzzed with excitement, the ground trembling under the weight of thousands of stomping feet. Cheers erupted from every corner, voices merging into a deafening roar that filled the night sky. Golden confetti swirled in the air like falling embers, catching the glow of the stadium lights.Miko Asterion stood among the competitors on the field, his arms hanging loosely by his sides. His body ached from his last match, but he ignored it, his gaze locked on the massive screens above. His name had flashed there moments ago, alongside a strange title.Miko Asterion – The Ash-flaming Challenger.He wasn’t sure how he felt about it. “Man, they really didn’t know what to call you, huh?” Liam chuckled beside him, hands stuffed into his pockets. “Ash-Flaming. Sounds dramatic.”Akiya Ren scoffed. “They could’ve at least come up with something cooler. Like, I don’t know—Shadow Inferno or something.”Miko shot her a flat look. “That doesn’t even make sense.”“Neither does Ashborn,” Akiy
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 47
Anna moved swiftly between them, her light-infused hands skimming over the wounded as she muttered hurried healing spells. Blood dripped from a gash on her own arm, but she kept going, refusing to stop.“Where the hell is security?” Liam shouted, using gusts of wind to keep a group of wraiths at bay. “This is their job, isn’t it?”As if on cue, a thunderous crash echoed through the stadium. From above, white-cloaked figures descended in streaks of light, landing gracefully amid the chaos. Their silver armor gleamed under the stadium lights, and each bore the insignia of a golden cross on their chest.“The Church Knights,” Anna murmured, eyes widening.One of the knights, a man with short silver hair and piercing blue eyes, stepped forward, drawing a massive greatswordfrom his back. He raised it high, and pure white flames erupted from the blade’s edge.“In the name of the Sanctum, cleanse these wretched beings!” his voice rang through the battlefield like a divine decree.The knights
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 48
“Look what the cat dragged in.”The voice rang out, crisp and mocking, cutting through the battlefield like a blade. It wasn’t loud, yet it carried effortlessly across the chaos.Everyone froze.The air changed.The pressure in the stadium became unbearable. “Who’s that?” Miko thought. It was as if an unseen force had pressed down on every single person, making their bones feel like they would snap under the weight.The crowd, which had been in chaos moments ago, went dead silent.Even the wraiths, creatures of nightmares that had been mercilessly attacking just seconds prior, suddenly stopped in their tracks. The more instinct-driven ones flinched, their smoky, shapeless bodies shuddering. The stronger wraiths, the ones capable of strategy and speech, turned toward the newcomer with something terrifying—hesitation.Then, from the haze of battle and thick smoke, a figure emerged.Step.Step.Each movement was slow, yet carried a weight that sent shivers down the spine of everyone pre
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 49
The stadium was a mess. Debris littered the ground, bodies of wraiths lay scattered, their dark forms slowly dissolving into nothing, leaving only traces of abyssal residue. The air was thick with the scent of burnt magic and blood, a reminder of the battle that had just ended. The once-roaring crowd was now subdued, murmurs of disbelief and relief filling the space where cheers had been just moments ago.A group of knights in pristine white garments, their armor barely stained from combat, walked toward the remains of the dead wraiths. Their leader, a tall man with silver hair, knelt beside one of the dissipating creatures and ran his gloved fingers through the ash it left behind. His face darkened as he exchanged glances with the other knights."This wasn’t a random attack," he muttered, his voice barely above a whisper. "Something bigger is at play.""Sir?" one of the younger knights asked, looking at him with uncertainty.The leader rose to his feet, dusting off his gloves. "Call
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 50
The Anti-Abyssal Unit headquarters loomed against the morning sky, a massive structure of stone and steel reinforced with ancient protection runes. Miko stood at its entrance, still sore from the tournament and the wraith attack, but determined not to show weakness. His teammates flanked him, each processing this moment in their own way."It's bigger than I expected," Anna whispered, her usual quiet voice barely audible over the bustle of activity around them.Akiya bounced on her heels. "This place looks like it could withstand an army of wraiths.""That's kind of the point," Liam yawned, but his eyes were alert, taking in every detail. "Heard they built it right on top of an old Abyssal breach point."A uniformed officer approached, clipboard in hand. His face was marked with a scar that ran from temple to jaw – the unmistakable mark of Abyssal corruption that had been treated but never fully healed."From Lunaris?" he asked, voice clipped."That's us," Miko confirmed.The officer n
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 51
Suddenly, someone stepped up. With a plate on his shirt written, coordinator Hayes. Coordinator Hayes stood at the center, his weathered face betraying nothing of his thoughts as teams filed in."Punctuality," he noted as the last recruits took their places. "A promising start."The lights dimmed, and a three-dimensional projection of the mining complex materialized before them, rotating slowly to reveal its multiple levels."This facility," Hayes began, "was once the Redstone Mining Operation, abandoned fifty-three years ago following an Abyssal breach. The breach itself was contained and sealed by AAU response teams, but not before corruption spread throughout the complex."The projection highlighted sections in different colors – red for high corruption, yellow for moderate, green for minimal."As previously stated, Class A will investigate the deepest level." The lowest section glowed bright red. "Class B the middle chambers." The central area pulsed yellow with patches of red. "
Sovereign of The Abyss Chapter 52
“They said we should all gather suddenly,” “Yeah let’s go,”Voices could be heard along the hall.The hall hummed but Coordinator Hayes stood at the center platform, his weathered face impassive as he surveyed the assembled teams. The morning's confrontation in the cafeteria seemed distant now as the reality of tomorrow's mission settled over everyone."Attention," Hayes called, his voice cutting through the chatter without needing to shout. "Final briefing for tomorrow's dungeon operation."The lights dimmed as a three-dimensional projection materialized, showing a complex network of tunnels and chambers carved into a mountainside."The Redstone Mining Complex," Hayes explained, "abandoned fifty-three years ago following an Abyssal breach. While the breach itself was contained, residual corruption remains throughout the facility."The projection highlighted different sections in color-coded threat levels – red for severe, yellow for moderate, green for minimal."As previously announ
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Miko turned."If what you're saying is true, why have you been avoiding me? Why not warn me earlier?"Aria's composure finally cracked. "I was scared," she admitted. "Larok has ways of knowing things. Of watching people. I couldn't risk him discovering what I knew until we were assigned to the mission.""And how did you know we would be?" Miko pressed."Because he always positions his pieces carefully," she said softly. "Nothing about your training, your assignments, even your Academy placement has been random. He's been guiding your path for years."Hayes cleared his throat. "I think you both have much to discuss. And Cadet Asterion, you have some decisions to make before tomorrow night."Miko looked up sharply. "What do you mean?"**Back in the Capital’s Church, The archives smelled of dust and secrets. Anna's footsteps echoed softly against stone floors as she navigated the narrow passages between towering shelves. Moonlight streamed through high glass windows, painting colored pa
Chapter 99
At the main briefing hall of AAU headquarters, every seat was filled, with additional operatives standing along the walls. Rumors had been circulating all day and the core mission team would finally be announced, and everyone wanted to hear firsthand who made the cut.Miko sat between Liam and Akiya in the third row, trying to ignore the hollow feeling in his stomach. "You look like you're about to throw up," Liam whispered, nudging him with an elbow. "Relax. We're definitely in. After everything we've seen?""It's not that," Miko replied quietly."Then what? You've been weird since yesterday."Before Miko could answer, the room fell silent as Coordinator Hayes strode to the front, accompanied by several senior officers Miko recognized from Command. Hayes looked as impeccable as ever in his pressed uniform, but the dark circles under his eyes betrayed the pressure he was under."Thank you all for your prompt attendance," Hayes began, his voice carrying easily through the hall. "As yo
Chapter 98
The next day, the morning sunlight filtered through stained glass windows, casting colorful patterns across the polished stone floor of the Sanctum's eastern wing. Anna walked beside Sister Elaine, trying not to stare at the healing procedures taking place in rooms they passed. Three days at the Church facility had shown her marvels she'd never imagined possible—and raised questions she couldn't ignore."Your progress is remarkable," Sister Elaine commented, her white hair gleaming in a shaft of blue light. "Most visitors take weeks to grasp even the basics of our purification techniques.""I've always been a quick study," Anna replied, careful to keep her tone humble despite the pride she felt. The cellular regeneration method she'd mastered yesterday had taken most Church healers months to perfect.Sister Elaine's pale eyes studied her with that now-familiar intensity. "Perhaps too quick."Anna's heart skipped, but she kept her expression neutral. "Is there such a thing when it com
Chapter 97
Before either could object further, Miko slipped out of the training room and hurried down the corridor. The hollow feeling had expanded into something like panic. His teammates had reached third circle while he was still struggling.“Even though I might be stronger, it’s just tricks, if I were to be one on one with one of them I might not win. I’m really nothing without my anti magic Void technique and it comes at the cost of my life force,” Miko said as he walked.He found himself in one of the rarely used observation decks overlooking the training level. The large window gave him a panoramic view of the preparation activities below—dozens of AAU operatives honing their skills, testing equipment, working together with practiced efficiency."Feeling inadequate?"Miko spun around to find Larok sitting casually in one of the deck's chairs, as if he'd been there all along."How did you—" Miko began, then shook his head. "Never mind. I should be used to you appearing out of nowhere by no
Chapter 96
Anna rose and moved around the chamber, examining the plants growing from the walls. Many she recognized as healing herbs, but others were unfamiliar, with strange iridescent leaves or unusual growth patterns.A partially open cabinet caught her eye. Inside, she glimpsed scrolls marked with symbols similar to those she'd seen on the doors of the restricted treatment rooms. Curiosity overcame caution, and she carefully slid one out just far enough to read its title.The sound of footsteps in the corridor sent her quickly back to the pool, the strange title filed away in her memory alongside other oddities—the whispered conversation about chambers being ready by the full moon, the "special patient" Matthias had been called away to attend, the restricted areas throughout the facility.Sister Elaine returned carrying what looked like an ancient book bound in pale leather. "My apologies for the interruption. Now, I believe you were going to show me more about your cellular stimulation tech
Chapter 95
The Church transport glided through the Cathedral District's pristine streets, Anna watched through the tinted windows as ordinary citizens paused to bow slightly when they recognized the Church insignia on the vehicle's doors. Respect or fear? Maybe both."First time in the Cathedral District?" asked the driver, a young man in the simple gray uniform of Church support staff."That obvious, huh?" Anna replied, trying not to press her face against the glass like an excited child."You've got that look. Everyone does their first time." He smiled briefly in the rearview mirror. "The healing center is impressive—you won't be disappointed."The transport turned onto a wide avenue lined with ancient oak trees, their branches creating a natural canopy. At the end stood a structure that made Anna's breath catch—a gleaming white building that seemed to float above its surroundings, connected to three smaller domes by graceful glass walkways."That's the Sanctum of Renewal," the driver announce
Chapter 94
Anna stared at the letter in her hands, the heavy cream paper embossed with the Church's gold seal. She read it a third time, still not quite believing what it said."This has to be a mistake," she muttered, running her finger over the ornate calligraphy.The common room door swung open as Akiya walked in, a mug of coffee in one hand. "What's got you looking so confused this early?"Anna held up the letter. "I just got a formal invitation from the Church. They want me to visit their healing facilities and 'exchange methodologies.'"Akiya nearly choked on her coffee. "The Church? Since when do they invite AAU personnel for friendly visits?""That's what I was wondering." Anna handed over the letter.Akiya scanned it quickly, her eyes narrowing. "This is weird timing. Right after Miko gets back from the church ? Not a coincidence.""I thought the same thing," Anna admitted. "But it's also an opportunity.""An opportunity to get yourself into trouble," Akiya said, tossing the letter back
Chapter 93
"Move!" Larok grabbed Miko's arm, yanking him backward with surprising strength. "Now!"The blue water in the pool churned violently, splashing over the edges. What had been peaceful moments ago now pulsed with chaotic energy, sending waves of force through the cave."What's happening?" Miko stumbled as Larok dragged him toward the entrance."It's activating," Larok said through gritted teeth. "And we are definitely not prepared for what comes next."The walls of the cave—those strange organic-looking surfaces—began to ripple like muscle tissue. The symbols etched into them glowed with the same blue light as the pool, pulsing in rhythmic patterns that made Miko's head spin."Look!" Miko pointed at the pool as the pool boiled hot."I see it," Larok hissed. "That's why we're leaving."They scrambled through the narrow passage, the rock walls scraping against their shoulders. Behind them, a low, rumbling sound grew in intensity—half mechanical drone, half living growl."What is that thin
Chapter 92
Miko's body ached from the battle. He had a few cuts and bruises, nothing serious, but the memory of how easily Larok had dispatched the creature kept replaying in his mind."Something on your mind?" Larok asked, glancing sideways at him."Yeah." Miko stepped over a fallen log. "A lot of things, actually.""Such as?"Miko hesitated, then decided to just ask directly. "How many Awakened Wraiths have you fought?"Larok laughed, the sound echoing through the trees. "That's what you're wondering about?""Among other things," Miko admitted. "I've barely survived encounters with them, and yet you seem... unbothered by the whole situation."Larok was quiet for a moment, like he was deciding something. Then he stopped walking and turned to face Miko."Let me tell you a secret," he said, his usual amused expression turning serious. "The president and I already know about the rankings of the strongest Awakened Wraiths."Miko stared at him. "Rankings? Like the knights have? Or you mean the 5 top
