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    With the activation of [Auto Mode], Raith relinquished control to the automation, allowing his own muscles to take charge of the driving. This seamless transition empowered Raith''s remarkable skill known as [Multiple Cognitive Resonance], tapping into his muscle memory, honed abilities, and astute decision-making based on predictions, thereby showcasing his true potential.


    It was perplexing to determine whether Raith was the one engaged inbat or not, as his countenance bore an impassive expression, akin to his state of samadhi. Bm had be well-acquainted with Raith''s fierce and irritable visage over time, observing how his eyes moved when they were intensely locked in battle, how they never strayed but delved deep into his very soul. Bm had even admired Raith''s unwavering focus during their previous skirmishes.


    However, something had changed in the present moment; that intense gaze was absent, reced by a disconcerting emptiness.


    "I assume you are too engrossed in the moment to grace me with your customary taunts and jests," Bm remarked, speaking in ordance with Raith''s prior behavior.


    Yet, silence followed his words, with Raith offering no response but instead preparing for his next offensive maneuver.


    Bm lifted his chin, attempting to grasp the situation. It seemed that Raith had once again entered that enigmatic state—it was the most fitting exnation he could provide, despite his limited understanding.


    Thus, their duel raged on. Raith transformed into a blur, and materialized before Bm, executing a swift upward arc aimed at cleaving through the demon''s torso. However, Bm swiftly backstepped and spun around,unching a kick at Raith—


    Kang!!


    Raith''s sword resonated as it intercepted the attack, yet the force of Bm''s kick propelled him backward. Rolling over, Raithnded gracefully on his feet and immediately lunged forward, obliterating the ground beneath him as heunched himself into his next move.


    Wham


    Kang!


    Kang!


    The sh of their weapons reverberated through the air, creating a symphony of sound apanied by sparks that danced in their wake. Raith''s sword relentlessly met Bm''s formidable ws, intensifying the skirmish with each passing minute.


    As the battle grew more heated, Raithunched strikes from every conceivable angle, his fluid body movements a testament to his mastery of the [Extreme Art of the de God], even though he refrained from uttering the skill''s name. Each maneuver he executed showcased its devastating effects on the surroundings, often leaving Bm with the narrowest of escapes.


    However, the fight did not solely favor Raith''s side. Bm''s patience waned, causing him to gradually loseposure and pour all his energy into the conflict. He activated explosive spells, and Raith suffered arge amount of damage. But it was not enough to keep him down.


    Magnificentyers of barriers were erected, only for Raith to slice through them as effortlessly as slicing through bread. Even Bm''s attempts at employing demonic arts of illusion proved futile. None of his tactics seeded in keeping Raith down, not even their intense sword-to-w exchange.


    Raith''s unyielding onught began to wear down Bm. Despite Bm''s utmost efforts, he could feel his strength diminishing, his movements slowing. Each strike from Raith carried great weight, leaving Bm struggling to keep pace—it was as if Raith had suddenly gained an immense surge of power.


    Yes, Raith did not show it but Bm''s effect over his stats had worn off, the demon could not keep it going for very long. Bm was frustrated, he was frustrated at his incapacity to drive Raith into a corner and deliver a skull-breaking blow that will make Raith know that he wasn''t joking— he just had to admit that this human was strong.


    Bm moved with unparalleled skill, yet Raith matched and surpassed him, both in terms of hisbat abilities and now-unchanged stats. It was a source of great vexation and annoyance. Overwhelmed by desperation, Bm tapped into the fiendish energy within him, enveloping his body in a malevolent aura. Unleashing a torrent of dark spells, he hoped to catch Raith off guard, each spell tearing through the ground with their impact as they surged toward Raith like arrows.


    To Bm''s dismay, Raith deftly evaded every attack, his instincts honed to perfection in this state.


    Bm''s attacks found no opening as Raith''s [Multiple Cognitive Resonance], in conjunction with its subskills and the meticulous utilization of minute details, worked seamlessly. Every potential vulnerability was swiftly countered, leaving Bm unable tond a single blow.


    Whish!!


    Raith''s de emitted an ominous, ethereal radiance, heralding the unleashing of a devastating counterattack. His strikes were a fusion of unparalleled speed and raw power, strategically targeting Bm''s fleeting moments of weakness.


    Blow after blow connected with Bm''s form, unleashing shockwaves that reverberated through his body, causing him to stagger and blood to stter violently as if it had taken on a life of its own.


    Bm''s shatteredposure was reced by an untamed fury. Defying Raith''s relentless assault, he bellowed, tapping into his inner reservoir of strength, harnessing his demonic powers to their apex. Fiendish energy coiled around him, transforming into a torrent of infernal might, as if seeking to engulf Raith.


    Yet, Raith remained unyielding. Despite the encroaching darkness and Bm''s all-consuming attack, the young warrior stood firm, devoid of any emotional response. His unwavering gaze remained fixed upon the demon king, undeterred by the chaos unfolding around them—people crying out as the destruction and consumption escted.


    Suddenly, Raith sheathed his de, his head bowing slightly. As he raised his eyes once more, a transformative shift urred. His gaze split, with one part emanating a crimson glow and the other exuding tendrils of ck smoke.


    ''Thanks to what I watched right now... I realized something.'' Raith spoke, his voice carrying a newfound certainty.


    Throughout the battle, it was as though Raith had been observing himself fight Bm from a detached perspective, intently focused on the decisions made by [Auto Battle]. Moreover, he utilized [Multiple Cognitive Resonance] to evaluate and refine the choices executed by [Auto Mode], drawing upon his Wisdom stat to discern optimal applications for each action performed within [Auto Mode]''s control.


    However, what truly captivated Raith''s attention was his sword, Bal. He recognized that [Auto Mode] was incapable of harnessing Bal''s true potential in the same way he could. Bal possessed a unique attribute that allowed its attack power to fluctuate ording to the user''s own strength. With a single swing, it was conceivable to cleave Bm and even the entire realm of Therut in half. However, reaching a certain level of enlightenment was necessary to unlock such devastating power.


    This was precisely why Bal emphasized the significance of activating Sword Intent—a skill that Raith had yet to fully grasp, although he was inching closer to its realization.<novelsnext>I think you should take a look at </novelsnext>


    Fuuuuuuu


    Raith exhaled slowly as the inferno continued to rage around them.


    "Domain of Darkness," he uttered.


    With a resounding impact, everything transformed in an instant. Bm''s inferno vanished as if it had never existed, leaving him trapped within Raith''s realm of darkness.


    [You have activated ''Domain Of Darkness'']


    [All Laws Will Be Subjected To Your Will For 5.5 minutes]


    [A NEW STATUS HAS BEEN DISCOVERED]


    [FORMLESS WILL]


    [YOUR DOMAIN WILL BE GREATLY AFFECTED BY THE EFFECT OF FORMLESS WILL]


    [DO YOU WANT TO MOULD YOUR WORLD USING FORMLESS WILL]


    "Yes"


    [ALL ATTACKS WILL REACH THE TARGET HOWEVER YOU DEEM IT]


    [DUE TO FORMLESS WILL NO ATTACK CAN REACH YOU IN THE DOMAIN OF DARKNESS]


    [ALL YOUR SOLDIERS THAT ARE AROUND YOU WILL GAIN AN EXPONENTIAL INCREASE IN STRENGTH FOR 5.5 MINUTES]


    In the midst of the chaos, Antares found himself being relentlessly pummeled by Han Lamar. However, in a sudden surge of dark energy, Antares unleashed a wild explosion that sent Han reeling backward.


    The resilient ant rose to his feet, his body pulsating with newfound power. He cast a grateful gaze in the direction where the devastation was most pronounced.


    "My king, even amid your demanding responsibilities, you extend mercy to your loyal servant. I shall forever serve you, my king," Antares dered with unwavering resolve, redirecting his attention to Han, who was already closing in on him.


    PSSSEEEEEUUUJUWWW!!


    BOOM!!


    A tremendous explosion erupted as the two collided, inflicting grave injuries upon each other.


    Bm was astonished at this new scenery. He was very sure now.


    "The abyss is with you. All this time, you possessed the power of the abyss?" Bm questioned.


    "And so? I haven''t even used the abyss'' power with you until now. Are you going to say you lost because I had a primordial existence backing me up? The only edge I had above you was being able to resurrect and you wouldn''t consider that unfair seeing how you were ten times stronger than me up until a moment ago."


    Bm squinted his eyes, again Raith''s words were making sense.


    "You have a way with words, it infuriates me."


    "I couldn''t care less about your feelings," Raith retorted. "As I''ve said, this is a moment of growth for me. And now, I am confident that I am stronger than you."


    Raith''s words struck at the core of Bm''s pride. "You''re a fool to think so. If we had fought in Felfhiem, do you truly believe you would have emerged victorious?"


    Raith responded cryptically, adding to Bm''s perplexity. "We shall soon find out..."


    Raith just muttered another word that made Bm puzzled.


    "This is the concluding part of our fight, are you going to stand there and be lost in your thoughts or are you going to toughen up and attack me with all you''ve got."