With renewed determination, I launched a ferocious counterattack, channeling my aura into my sword and shooting slashes of aura, engaging in a long-range assault with Elias.Waves of energy surged forth from my blade, piercing through the air with deadly precision.Elias, momentarily caught off guard, staggered backward, the demonic aura around him faltering.But I held back, subtly limiting my own strength.It was crucial to make Elias believe he had the upper hand. A strategy hidden within the chaos of battle, a plan that would ultimately lead to the dawnfall of the whole Spades and Dawn."Die, rotten Roman."Clang!As our swords clashed once again, the tension between us reached its peak.There was a palpable sense of tension in the air as the outcome hung in the balance. With each clash, Elias continued to 'wear' me down, as I was skillfully feigning weakness while conserving my true power.Then, with a sudden burst of energy, I allowed Elias' powerful blow to strike me, purposefu
Elias's shock turned to a deep sense of fear as the members of the Church of Light surrounded him."Impossible! How could you be here so quickly?!" Elias shouted, his expression pale as if he had seen a ghost.Even though he knew deep down in his heart that people from the church were going to show up, he didn't even consider the possibility that they were going to show up so quickly.In fact, his thoughts weren't actually surprising because in every previous battle, the church only came after at the very end of the battle, and so most probably Elias must have thought that as long as he could stop the advancement of the army, kill me before them, or don't allow the information about him to leak, he would be safe from the church.Little did he know that the people of the church were already on standby every time, waiting for the battle inside to be over, so that the demon worshippers inside could appear.And the only reason they waited outside was so that their presence couldn't be ass
Flames erupted, devouring everything in their path, while billowing smoke darkened the sky. Chaos and panic engulfed everyone as countless people screamed and scattered in a desperate attempt to find safety.But all this had nothing to do with me, because my mind was continually alerting me.Run!This situation was dangerous, and if I couldn't escape in time, I would have some serious chances of getting buried here.That was why the only thing I could do for the people of the church, was to shout,"Run everyone! Run." And after that, without hesitation, I activated "Shadow Steps," and ran like there was no tomorrow without looking back, swiftly maneuvering through the chaos, desperately seeking a way to escape the cataclysmic destruction. My heart was pounding in my chest, my head was trying to figure out the cause and effect of the situation, and adrenaline was coursing through my veins as I leaped over debris and avoided falling structures.Amidst the devastation, I caught glimps
After landing safely in the jungle about two minutes later, the Amber Sphere around me disappeared automatically, and with a final look, back at the city's direction, where I could see only deep and huge black clouds of smoke coming from, I turned around and ran towards the location where Edmund was waiting for me.While I was in the Amber Sphere, I had already communicated with Edmund and asked him about the location where he was with his people. I was going there."Fortunately, I ordered Edmund earlier to leave the city, or he would have died too."As I emerged from the jungle and approached the road, I soon noticed a few carriages waiting for me, one of which contained an injured Edmund who was receiving care from his subordinates. "Mr. Roman! Here." Shouted Edmund and waved his hands, after noticing my presence as soon as I appeared on the road."Comming!" As soon as I approached them, the subordinate also arrived and began bandaging my wounds. The subordinate, who started ban
Following my plans, Edmund immediately informed the Church about what happened.It was better to inform them first to establish credibility before they found out what happened in Frostheaven from their own sources.So Edmund informed them very quickly, without wasting any time.The reaction was as expected, and the bishop who heard the news was furious, but since this matter included a Peak Grandmaster ranked Demon and the destruction of a whole city, including Master ranked priests of the church, the case was way above his league.So with the assurance to pass it on to his superiors, take strict action against the perpetrators, and thank Edmund, the bishop hanged up the phone.Although the situation was still chaotic, but our time went uneventful after that as we hurriedly left in our carriages.Edmuch was going back home, and I had no obligation to follow him back there.There was no need to stay with Edmund anymore, and I had other things to do.So after saying that I had some work
Under the night sky, which was on the cusp of turning into dawn, an inconspicuous carriage made its way through the snowy roads of the Loharia Estate.The soft crunch of hooves against the snow created a rhythmic melody in the tranquil silence, and the carriage moved at a deliberate and unhurried pace, as if savoring each moment of the journey."Is this strength alright? Does it hurt too much, big brother?"Inside the carriage, Lucia asked worriedly while helping me remove the bandages and heal me with her Holy Skills."Yes, it's just the right force. These little scratches are nothing much to worry about; don't overstress yourself."At my words, Lucia nodded, her face relaxed, but I could still feel the concern and carefulness to not hurt me unintentionally in her hands that were helping me unwrap the bandages.It was then that Lucia suddenly asked. "Do you know who was behind all of this?""I don't know which crazy bastard did this kind of thing." I shook my head, then, with annoyan
I cheered in my mind, but my voice and tone of speech remained solemn."...Then let me start from the beginning." I pretended to take a deep breath and spoke word for word, "The Unknown demon that attacked the city of Frostheaven was indeed none other than Elias Spade, he was able to escape at that time because of his title; also, I have already seen that he's being supported by the Spade main family.""What!?! Are you serious? The Spades really dared to be so audacious?"The loud shout of Cardinal Heath and the sound of a chair falling behind him came from the communication device, and I immediately chuckled inwardly, laughing at his reaction.However, the greatest shock was yet to come. "I know, I was equally shocked, but this isn't the most shocking thing.""Then what's it, Holy Son? Please speak clearly." It was apparent that Cardinal Heath was really flustered at the moment, and he couldn't even imagine what I was going to say.But the moment I opened my mouth and gave this explo
After disconnecting the call, I turned to Lucia, who was sulking beside me with a pouty face. Even though I could guess the reason, I couldn't help but ask. "What happened to you? Why make such a face?" Which made her expression more sullen, and she spoke. "I don't want to go." "Why?" I curiously titled my head, which immediately triggered my little Lucia, who immediately jumped in my arms. She sat on my lap with her head buried in my chest as she threw her tantrum like a little kid. "Uwaaa, haaa haa... Big brother, I just got to meet you after so long, I want to spend time with you, and now I don't want to get separated from you, let alone go to that battle with those hypocrites of the church; I don't want to save them." Considering Lucia's hatred towards the church because of my brainwashing and manipulation, it was understandable that she would have such a reaction. But Lucia's presence in the battle was inevitable, or else it would really attract the suspicion and hatred of