บท 113: Nullzone
The beauty of the gardens was undeniable, with exotic flowers and meticulously manicured hedges stretching as far as the eye could see. But there was something else, a faint shimmer in the air that caught Lyra's attention.
Using her essence technique, Lyra focused on the shimmering barrier, her brow furrowed in concentration. "What is that?" she asked, pointing towards the barely visible obstruction.
Dante followed her gaze, a small smile playing at the corners of his mouth. "Ah, you've noticed the Nullzone. It's one of my father's abilities, a barrier that absorbs essence techniques and prevents unauthorized entry. It's a necessary precaution, given the constant threat of our rivals."
Lyra's eyes widened, impressed by the power and sophistication of the barrier. She had never encountered anything like it before, and the implications of such a defense were staggering.
As they continued their walk, Dante began to speak, his voice low and contemplative. "You know, Lyra, I've spent my entire life immersed in the world of the Nightfall Mafia. I've seen things, experienced cruelties that most people couldn't even imagine. My father, the king, is a man without emotions, a being driven solely by the desire for power and control."
Lyra listened, her heart aching for the man beside her. She could only imagine the horrors he had witnessed, the toll that such a life must have taken on his soul.
"But I've come to realize that the world is not as simple as I once believed," Dante continued, his gaze distant. "Sanguines are not inherently evil, just as humans are not inherently weak. Both have their strengths and weaknesses, and it is only through understanding and cooperation that we can hope to build a better future."
Lyra's eyes widened, shocked by the revelation of Dante's philosophy. "You want Sanguines and humans to coexist?" she asked, her voice barely above a whisper.
Dante nodded, his expression serious. "I do. I've done my research, Lyra, and I've discovered that Sanguines have weaknesses that most people don't even know about. And the divide between our species, the hatred and fear that has been bred into us for generations, only serves to weaken us all. If we could find a way to bridge that gap, to create a society where Sanguines and humans work together, imagine the possibilities."
Lyra's mind raced, trying to process the implications of Dante's words. It was a vision of the future that she had never dared to dream of, a world where the cycle of violence and mistrust could finally be broken.
But even as she felt a flicker of hope, Lyra couldn't help but feel a sense of trepidation. The road to such a future would be long and treacherous, fraught with obstacles and enemies on all sides.
"It won't be easy," she said, her voice soft but determined. "There are those who will stop at nothing to maintain the status quo, to keep Sanguines and humans divided and at each other's throats."
Dante nodded, his expression grim. "I know. But I also know that change is possible, Lyra. I've seen glimpses of it, in the courage of those like you who dare to fight for a better world. And I believe that together, we can make that vision a reality."
Lyra felt a smile tug at the corners of her mouth, a sense of warmth and camaraderie blossoming in her chest. She had always seen Dante as an enemy, a figure to be feared and opposed at all costs. But now, walking beside him in the moonlit gardens, she couldn't help but feel a sense of kinship, a shared purpose that transcended the boundaries of species and allegiance.
"Together," she echoed, her voice ringing with determination. "We'll face whatever challenges lie ahead, and we'll build a future where Sanguines and humans can live in peace and harmony. No matter the cost."
Dante smiled, a genuine, heartfelt expression that transformed his face, softening the hard edges and revealing the man beneath the mask. "Together," he agreed, his voice a solemn vow.
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