As Adrian made his presence known, the reactions from the three formidable women were diverse.
niel, who seemed to recognize him, disyed a hint of surprise, followed by a warm smile.
Siena, on the other hand, appeared as if she had witnessed a ghost; her body, usually poised and confident, froze in ce.
Amusement and intrigue danced across Elizabeth''s face, curious about how a seemingly ordinary human could endure the immense pressure emanating from thebined mana and aura of the trio.
Even Herton, one of the eldest and most robust high-ranking vampires, struggled under the force but remained kneeling in deference.
Despite the intense atmosphere and the weight of the supernatural forces at y, Elizabeth''s curiosity got the better of her, and she smiled at Adrian, intrigued by the enigma he presented.
In an attempt to further assess Adrian''s capabilities, Elizabeth unleashed her mana and aura with even greater intensity. The atmosphere around them darkened further, the reddish hue deepening as her potent pressure impacted the surroundings. The blood rain seemed to freeze in midair, unable to defy the force of Elizabeth''s dominance.
However, to her surprise, Adrian continued to approach, his eyes reflecting a cold determination. Their gaze locked, and Adrian''s eyes conveyed ack of apprehension or acknowledgment of Elizabeth as a formidable adversary. Just as Elizabeth contemted pushing the boundaries of her power to gauge his response, an unexpected development unfolded.
A sudden burst of radiant light enveloped the entire area, disrupting the ominous ambiance created by the intery of their forces.
The diminishing light unveiled a startling transformation in Adrian''s form. Golden mes enveloped his entire body, casting a radiant glow that seemed to rival the brilliance of the sun. In his hands, he wielded a sword forged from pure light, its intense radiance illuminating the surroundings. A white, translucent veil cloaked his figure, adding an ethereal quality to his presence.
The three women, Elizabeth, Siena, and niel, were collectively taken aback by this unexpected revtion. The atmosphere crackled with tension as they struggled toprehend the astonishing disy before them.
"H-hero???"
A random utterance from a bewildered demon resonated in the charged air, capturing the incredulity that gripped everyone present.
The mere suggestion of Adrian being a hero, especially in the midst of such powerful beings, created a surreal and perplexing moment.
…..
"I need to move faster" I muttered under my breath, exhaustion evident in my voice.
Escaping from niel''s room, I sprinted towards the summoning area near the za.
Each step felt like a monumental effort, the fatigue from niel draining my essence slowing me down considerably.
"If only I weren''t so tired, I would''ve reached there in seconds" Imented in my thoughts.
niel''s voracious appetite for my essence had left me considerably weakened, and every ounce of energy was crucial at this moment.
As I made my way towards the summoning area, a sudden, powerful pressure descended in the vicinity. Panic seized me as I considered the possibility that the confrontation had already begun.
"Shit, are they already fighting? I better hurry up!" I quickened my pace, my determination overriding the weariness that threatened to overwhelm me. Ignoring the nagging exhaustion that permeated my body, I pressed on, aware that time was of the essence.
Despite pushing myself even harder, I soon found myself coughing up blood, copsing to the ground. "Agh! Damn it, what''s with this intense pressure?"
I groaned in frustration. The force in the surrounding area intensified further, signaling that whoever came here was an entity either incredibly powerful or of divine nature.
''I sure hope it''s not that bitch as goddess
While I typically shrugged off potent presences, it seemed my body couldn''t keep up with my indomitable spirit.
Gritting my teeth, I swiftly rose to my feet, utilizing whatever residual aura I had left to fortify my body.
The fatigue and strain were palpable, but my determination to reach the summoning area spurred me forward.
Each step became a struggle, yet the urgency of the situation fueled my resolve. I couldn''t afford to stay down; I needed to get there before things escted further.
Demons swarmed the area, their fearful demeanor evident as they sprawled and kneeled on the ground. The intense pressure and power emanating from someone grew stronger the closer I got.
Observing from a distance, this person appeared to be a woman, remarkably beautiful, assuming a martial arts stance that seemed unparalleled even among the gods of war. Strangely, she bore a slight resemnce to me, but my curiosity had to take a backseat to the imminent threat.
Despite my sprint to intervene and prevent an impending battle, the skies turned red, signaling the arrival of another formidable entity.
"Shit, now what?" I muttered under my breath, realizing that the situation was bing increasinglyplex. The tension in the air heightened as I raced against time to reach the summoning area.
As the unfolding chaos continued, the once serene skies transformed into a deep blood-red hue. The reddish clouds that filled the heavens unleashed a torrent of blood, falling like a gruesome rain. The winds, now violent and unyielding, forced even the flying demons to descend, lest they be swept away.
In the midst of this chaotic symphony, red lightning streaked across the skies, casting an eerie glow on the unfolding spectacle. Suddenly, two tornadoes, so vividly red that they seemed crafted from blood itself, descended onto the ground. Like a cocoon giving birth to a butterfly, these tornadoes contracted and transformed, revealing a figure within.
Thedy that emerged bore an ethereal beauty, her hair as red as the crimson skies above, with a subtle shade of ck akin to pure blood. Her eyes, a piercing red, surveyed the surroundings with a yful glint, treating the two other women as if they were mere toys for her amusement. Her red dress, a delicate blend of seduction and elegance, highlighted her remarkable features, teasing the imagination with concealed allure.
''Charlotte?'' I first thought as she reminded me of the vampire I kinda kidnapped? But unlike Charlottes early 20s like look thedy who just suddenly arrived seemed to have a more mature look? Is she her mom?
The unfolding scene presented a formidable duo, and as my gaze fell upon thedy, it became evident that she wielded a power beyond ordinaryprehension.
The vampire apanying her, d in a butler''s attire, paled inparison to her might. It was a stark contrast, akin toparing an elephant to an ant.
There was only one being in vampire society known for possessing such overwhelming power—the progenitors.
A sense of disbelief and urgency surged within me.
''Why, in the actual fuck did this unholy beinge here? was the progenitor of vampires here to find out what happened with Charlotte and Peter?''
Even my parents, powerful entities themselves, tended to steer clear of direct confrontations with these progenitors.
The reason was simple yet terrifying—their ability to manipte essence and origin. This meant they could tamper with one''s soul, exerting control to an extent that even the majestic dragons, considered mortals closest to perfection, would pale inparison.
The unfolding situation rendered all the meticulous preparations I had made for Charlotte and Peter utterly useless. The intended inquiries I harbored about the vampire queen, which I had nned to pose to themter, now seemed insignificant in the face of the queen''s unexpected arrival. The meticulous schemes I had devised for their benefit were now forcibly ced on hold. If, by some unfortunate twist of fate, she had indeede here searching for Peter and Charlotte, then my carefullyid ns were, in a word, nullified.
My pace quickened as I raced toward the unfolding confrontation, a silent prayer in my mind that niel, in her current state, would refrain from uttering anything that could needlessly antagonize the formidable vampire queen. The energy and power emanating from her were off the charts, leaving me with the certainty that niel understood the perilous nature of provoking her without due caution.
''FUCK, PLEASE DON''T SAY ANYTHING PROVOCATIVE.''
As I pushed my weary body forward, a new and eerie pressure enveloped the area. Another bout of coughing ensued, blood escaping my lips.
It became apparent that Elizabeth, the queen of vampires, had unleashed her own formidable aura and mana into the surroundings. My weakened state left me defenseless against this overwhelming force. It felt as if every drop of blood in my veins was writhing in agony, attempting to escape my body and reach the queen of blood herself.
To add to my distress, the system screen abruptly manifested before me.
[Warning!: User is under excessive mana force and aura field, body damage critical, heart rate abnormal, conclusion danger! Advising user to leave the area immediately.]
"Great advice, system. Real helpful," I muttered sarcastically, choosing to disregard the translucent blue screen obstructing my view. I couldn''t afford to retreat now; I needed to intervene and prevent a sh between these formidable beings.
[Warning!: User is under excessive mana force and aura field, body damage critical, heart rate abnormal, conclusion danger! Advising user to leave the are immediately]
[Warning!: User is under excessive mana force and aura field, body damage critical, heart rate abnormal, conclusion danger! Advising user to leave the are ….
[Warning!: User is under excessive mana force and aura field, body damage critical, heart rate abnormal, conclusion danger! Advising user t….
The screen kept popping up but I chose to ignore it.
[Emergency actions invoked: current user status under stress forcefully evoking authority upgrade]
Authority upgrade what the heck is that? suddenly I could feel something tensioning up inside me, I felt like a peculiar warmth inside me, a sensation as if my soul were being subjected to intense heat. Despite the difort, I noticed a gradual replenishment of my mana and aura.
[Authority: Lionheart [passive] forcefully invoked upgrading authorities'' effect]
[Authority: Lionheart: {Passive}] [UPGRADED]
[Effect: Gives you the courage to face any situation without fear]
[New effect: (Synergy) [active] allows user to synergize all divine authority to evoke new active authority {Hero''s will}]
''Wtf is this?''