Chapter 1186: Divine Thunder Moon Tyrant Symbols(2)
Chapter 1186: Divine Thunder Moon Tyrant Symbols(2)
Aerialia appeared alongside the crimson greatsword. She glanced at the lightning domain, the stormy purple clouds, and the grand chasm left behind by the moving mountain. Then, she looked into the distance, where Aurora and Zera stood shoulder to shoulder atop the fortified walls.
"You didn't disappoint me in front of those overly proud goddesses," Aerialia said,
refocusing her gaze on Orion. "They must have already realized you're far stronger than their so-called Arch-knights combined."
"The only repercussion we need to watch out for is that they may become too interested in you, which could lead to some cunning plots. But that's not a problem for you, is it? This is exactly the result you were aiming for, right?"
Orion nodded, knowing that Aerialia had initially determined his intentions.
"Can I know the full context of your plan? Have you thought it through?" Aerialia asked, her voice tinged with curiosity.
"I haven't worked everything out yet. If the goddesses are interested in me after this, it will be for a specific reason. Once I know the reason, I can formulate a plan," Orion replied.
"Let me know when you do. I'll be able to lend you a hand. I know you won't back down, but I'll advise you to be careful not to anger them and, above all, be honest. They can easily detect lies without much effort. Unlike me, they won't let you off lightly if you're dishonest. So don't speak unless you're genuine in your words," Aerialia warned, her expression serious.
She then clenched her hands together. "As long as they keep their end of the bargain, we have no reason to enter into conflict. But if we have no other choice, leave the rest to me. I'll handle them while you and Aurora return safely to the Golden Palace."
"I will keep that in mind," Orion nodded in understanding. He opened the elixir bottle, took out the mixed golden and black pill, and showed it to Aerialia. A purple aura spread from the pill, enveloping its surroundings.
Orion explained the effects Kasryn had informed him of to Aerialia. "Initially, I planned to take another one, but I decided not to until I know the full effects it might have on me."
"I was wondering how they could defend themselves against the divine mysteries. So, this is it," Aerialia muttered, narrowing her eyes at the elixir. "Although I don't sense anything harmful, it's wise that you didn't retake it immediately. You should meet with the goddesses and question them directly about its effects."
"Given your contributions on the battlefield today, I'm certain they will gladly entertain you so you can return to the battlefield as quickly as possible."
Orion nodded and refocused his attention on the battlefield. He prepared to cast one final symbol before leaving.
The Symbol of Tempest!
Instantly, the stormy blue and purple clouds overhead converged into massive whirlwinds. A heavy gust of wind swept the area, uprooting countless monstrosities and pulling them into the tempest, forcing the riders to flee from the lightning domain.
Though the cataclysm hadn't physically harmed them, the immense mental pressure it exerted on them and their beasts became unbearable. They retreated as fast as they could. Among the fleeing riders was Valer, who found the situation absurd. They weren't fleeing because they were injured or facing a formidable enemy-the formidable enemy was one of their own. It was the overwhelming mental pressure that neither they nor their beasts could withstand.
As the whirlwinds grew in intensity, expanding to several kilometres wide and reaching toward the heavens, Orion sent them forward. He watched as they effortlessly cut through the ranks of monstrosities for ten minutes before dispelling the technique.
It would be nearly an hour before the seal on his energy would return, and he needed to reach the fortress.
Orion dispelled his techniques one by one and then re-summoned his artefacts. The Morphic Puppet returned to his side, merging onto him like armour.
Gazing at the exceedingly vast chasm he had created with full strength, Orion nodded in satisfaction.
This battle had allowed him to realize that he was much more powerful than he had initially assumed, to the extent that even countless four-star Vylkr vines were no match for him.
Orion was curious about what a five-star Vylkr vine would be like, as its existence didn't seem too far-fetched anymore. However, he wasn't foolish enough to seek out such a challenge, at least not until he became a five-star or six-star warrior-if he found the perfect conditions to form two Vylkr containers with another of his potentials.
He was also glad, as this would delay the advancement of their adversaries, allowing them to handle those in the skies with ease before focusing on those on the ground.
Orion spotted Kasryn kneeling atop a jagged rock that had remained untouched within the surrounding chasm. Sky Shattering Empress was also beside her.
Orion had controlled the lightning domain to protect her from the onslaught. He swiftly approached her.n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om
"Commander Kasryn, are you alright?" Orion asked, landing before her.
However, Kasryn remained silent. It was as though she hadn't heard a word. Her eyes were fixed on the sky as the brilliant sun rays, no longer obscured by stormy clouds, rained below.
Sky Shattering Empress attempted to shrink herself and hide behind Kasryn. Still, due to her immense size, it appeared more comical than practical.
"She seems to be in shock from witnessing your abilities. I've seen this countless times when I tease the mature ones with my powers before revealing that I'm their goddess. It seems what you've done has upended her understanding, as well as that of many others," Aerialia said, scrutinizing Kasryn and her beast.
Noticing Orion's curious gaze, Aerialia shrugged and added, "It used to be fun and exciting when I first discovered such reactions, but over time it became dull."
Orion wanted to ask a question but stopped, realizing this wasn't the best time. He decided to wait until they returned to Paradise.
Aerialia noticed his hesitation and chose not to press the matter. She silently wondered if she had said something wrong.
"I'll take them back with me since that's the case," Orion said, casting the One-Winged Sky Art on Kasryn and her beast, lifting them into the air.
He soared high into the sky, heading forward. Spotting Valer, his elite group, the Stormfall Corps, and those of the Ironwall Corps, he immediately flew in their direction.
Orion arrived and hovered in the path of Valer and the advancing groups. The flying beasts were startled and attempted to turn back in fear before being tamed by their riders, who also didn't seem in good condition.
They gulped, shivering in fear and sweat, subtly glancing at Orion's soaring figure and the motionless Kasryn and her beast.
"Commander Valer, I will be returning to the fortress because the seal appears to be
reemerging," Orion said, his eyes fixed on the pale-looking man.
"Of course, it's already close to an hour. How about we escort you back so we can return to the fortress together?" Valer replied with a wavering smile, his sweaty and shivering hands clenching tightly on the reins as he awaited Orion's response.
He didn't even question how Orion, the crimson greatsword, and the others were flying without support or wings or why Commander Kasryn's eyes seemed full of emotions yet devoid of life. For someone who had single-handedly unleashed such a cataclysm on the battlefield, Valer realized it must be... natural.
Of course, it must be! Otherwise, why would Orion hover so effortlessly, as though he had executed such actions countless times?
Valer's gaze became duller as he came to this realization.
"No, you don't need to. I'll be quicker if I return alone. I came to inform you about the other soldiers who might need your help leaving the area. It would be bad if they were caught by the monstrosities regrouping and soaring in again," Orion said, pointing toward several
directions where more soldiers were stuck.
He noticed their beasts refusing to take off, leaving them stranded, and decided to swiftly
handle the situation before the monstrosities regrouped.
"Okay. We'll handle it swiftly. Thank you for kindly looking after our soldiers," Valer responded with a hint of appreciation.
With a nod, Orion turned around and soared forward, vanishing from their sight like a
shooting star.
"He can fly," a soldier said, echoing the same thought they all shared at that moment.
The group remained still for a few minutes before Valer gathered them and soared in the direction Orion had pointed to rescue the others.
After several minutes, Orion swiftly arrived at the fortress. He spotted Zera and Aurora nearby and landed beside them, gently placing Kasryn and her beast on the ground.
Orion noticed that the fortress walls were eerily silent upon his arrival.
"You will need to take care of her treatment. She hasn't suffered any serious physical injuries
but seems to be struggling psychologically. The same seems to be the same for her beast,"
Orion said, looking at Zera.
Zera scrutinized Orion for a few seconds before nodding. "We will take care of it," she replied, shifting her gaze toward the commander and the beast with a look of pity.