Capítulo 39: This Is How High the Heavens Are [2]
Kei immediately defended, a wall of swirling elements erecting itself between the "Enemy" and themselves before abruptly shattering with a single blow. The "Enemy" scoffed in front of this paltry defense, the sound echoing out and filling my children with a sense of dread. I could see it in their eyes, that they instinctively knew that this foe was one more powerful than they. However, that dread was quickly replaced by determination as they charged forwards, unleasing all of their might to suppress the "Enemy."
Unfortunately, it was not enough. I desperately wanted to go help them, but once again the feeling of impending danger prevented me, so I could only watch as, even after a few short exchanges, the "Enemy" thoroughly dominated my children.
"I had wanted to keep my true strength hidden until That One showed itself, but The Others forced my hand..." I heard the "Enemy" mutter. "...Must commend them on that, at least." It said.
"YOU SHALL NOT WIN!" Alexander roared, unleasing the full brunt of his power in one massive attack. Kei, Elvira, and Keilan all followed suit, resulting in a massive wave of pure power rushing forwards towards the "Enemy." Even it would not be able to escape unscathed from this...is what should have been the case, had it not merged with fragments of the Paradox. A loud sucking noise could be heard as the "Enemy" swallowed every last drop of the power, all of it vanishing inside of its gullet and causing its personal strength to increase even further. However, it did not stop there, as even the leftover vestiges of power from within the attacking four were drained out, the suction only stopping when the "Enemy" found it could not suck out their souls. Their souls were far too powerful for something paltry like that to happen.
"Pity." The "Enemy" murmured, glacing at the now-incapacitated quad before it turned towards the Realm Sun. A strange glint flashed through its eyes as it glanced in my direction, a sneer crossing its face. Then, it rocketed towards the Sun, intent on destroying it before anything else could come and block its way. It must know that currently my hands were tied, and it wanted to take advantage of this situation to deal a devastating blow. Of course, if it got too close, I would undoubtedly intervene because the destruction of the Realm Sun was not something I could allow, impending danger or not.
In the midst of all of this something happened, something even I did not expect. The "Enemy" ground to a halt about halfway to the Realm Sun, staring warily at the figure that had suddenly appeared in between it, and the object that illuminated the Four Realms. This figure had appeared in a flash of silver light, the man himself having had a breakthrough that allowed him to achieve an insane level of speed that allowed him to cut off the "Enemy."
"Where do you think you're going?" Dei said sagely, breathing heavily from his flight. It had drained much of his remaining energy to get there, but there he stood. "Did you think that I would let you run away after hurting Kei? You're lucky she's still alive, or else I would've outright slaughtered you." The "Enemy" stared at Dei with the same expression I did, one that clearly understood the vast difference in power between the two. Calling Dei an ant wouldn't even begin to describe the difference. The "Enemy" simply snorted and shot forwards, intent on driving straight past Dei, but to its surprise Dei met it with the tip of his spear. The "Enemy" hesitated then, taking a few steps back as its mind whirred, unable to understand Dei's behaviour. The difference was vast, so why did Dei stand before it? Did he have some secret that would allow him to win? No, that was very unlikely. Those thoughts were undoubtedly the ones that flew through the "Enemy's" mind as it stared at Dei.
With a roar Dei unleashed his cultivation base, shooting towards the "Enemy" with all of his might flaring...only to be sent flying backwards like a kite with its string cut, blood pouring out of his mouth and staining his robes. The "Enemy" merely cocked its head to the side, before a hint of understanding flashed through its eyes.
"Ah, you're that one, aren't you? The one who succeeded in passing the 'Immortal Tribulation' or whatever its called. Your arrogance truly knows no bounds. Stay down, and you may yet live to see the end of the Four Realms." The "Enemy" sneered, aiming to go past Dei once again.
"Sh-shut up, you mangy mutt. I ain't done whoppin' you yet, so who says YOU CAN GO ANYWHERE?!" Dei roared again, his giant illusory form appearing behind him and smashing towards the "Enemy." A smile unknowingly plastered itself onto my face as I watched this, even despite Dei losing horribly. His giant shattered, and the "Enemy" sneered as Dei stumbled backwards, its tail swishing back and forth in irritation. "Wh-what are you waiting for? C'mon, you damn dog. I-I'll fuckin' skin you." Dei spat, trembling from the pain.
"Hmph. What is that saying you foolish People have...? Ah, right. 'You don't know how high the heavens are.'" The "Enemy" sneered. "But in compliment to your foolishness, I shall personally eat you." It said, and shot forwards, its maw opened wide. Dei just laughed and let it come, not even flinching when the "Enemy" bit down onto his shoulder, instead taking the opportunity to shove his spear through the "Enemy's" chest and out its back, effectively peircing its heart. Soulpower fluctuated as Dei commanded it, shaking the "Enemy" down to its very foundation as he wreaked havoc on the one thing the "Enemy" did not know how to protect; the soul. It howled in pain and viciously stabbed Dei with its six spidery appendages, one clawed talon flashing and batting him away.
Dei barely managed to right himself, his life force flickering as he still stood between the "Enemy" and the Realm Sun, his robes in tatters as blood poured down his front. In a matter of moments he would undoubtedly perish, but still he stubbornly held on, a silhouette standing against the Sun. He may have been but a pebble in the path compared to the "Enemy," but today he stood taller than even the Holy Mountain. My smile devolved into a self depriciating smirk as Dei continued to glare at the "Enemy," still intent on killing it despite his grevious injuries. Not once did the thought of failure cross his mind. Rather, he couldn't fail.
"This is how high the heavens are." Dei stated matter-of-fact, tilting his head up and looking down his nose at the "Enemy," his voice filled with such conviction that it caused me to finally begin to move. All hesitation within me vanished as the "Enemy" rushed forth, unadulterated rage billowing from its form, clear intent to utterly destroy Dei in both body and soul radiating from it. The sense of danger within me also vanished, but even had that not happened, I still would have moved. This was too much. Now it all ends. This little campaign is over as of now. Dei himself stared at the incoming wolf-creature and faintly smiled. He knew better than anybody else that he was about to die, but it was something that never happened.
Instead, the "Enemy" ran face-first into a fist of Primordial Chaos, sending it flying backwards as I appeared behind Dei. One hand gently pressed against Dei's back, healing his wounds and restoring his rapidly fading life force. His eyes flickered as he turned to look at me in shock. I smiled and nodded to him, before gently pushing him, sending his body hurtling back towards his city.
"You did well. Leave the rest to me." I said forcefully, stepping forwards and completely ignoring the flags I raised with that comment. The "Enemy's" eyes met my own, and I just smiled warmly at it. "Sometimes children need to be disiplined. You, my child, are sorely in need of a good beating."
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