Chapter 183: Footsteps to the Restrict

— Zenodora —

It doesn’t matter what type of monster we have been coping with, they weren’t a match for us, the Dragon-kin, within the battle of the sky. Nevertheless… this was the primary time we had handled such a big swarm, and it was annoying as a result of all of them weren’t afraid of us in any respect. They have been clinging to us like winged bugs.

[Insolent!] (Zenodora)

Rotating the physique at excessive pace whereas sweeping the entrance with a breath, I knocked down the monsters that gathered round my physique in a single fell swoop. Close by, there was Mejia who was blowing monsters round as a lot as I used to be. So, we talked a bit whereas protecting one another’s backs.

[Can you still go on?] (Zenodora)

[Hmmph, of course. However, it seems the youngsters are having a hard time.] (Mejia)

These three dragons, who have been nonetheless inexperienced in battle, have been all the time made to struggle in a stable formation, however from the appears to be like of it, their actions appeared to be slowing down as a consequence of fatigue. Mejia and I might nonetheless struggle nicely sufficient to maintain the entrance from collapsing, however the state of affairs was clearly tough.

[That’s unfortunate.] (Zenodora)

If we might afford it, we’d think about protecting the bottom, however in the intervening time, we have been busy scaling down the monsters within the sky. There was additionally a way of directing the monsters in entrance of me to the bottom whereas blowing them away with breath, however this was tough as a result of it would contain our allies on the bottom. We continued to defeat the encompassing monsters whereas complaining about this itchy state of affairs, however all of the sudden, a foul sensation ran via my physique. Mejia and I have been handing over a sure course on the identical time.

[That is…] (Zenodra)

[Ugh!? What kind of existence is that!?] (Mejia)

It was a dragon identical to us. It flew towards us from the place Mejia and I have been dealing with. No, I didn’t need to consider that one as a dragon and… a companion. It had three heads, six wings, legs and arms. It was made by forcibly attaching the corpses of three dragons collectively, and its look might actually be referred to as deformed.

‘I see. That’s what I heard from Sirius…’

[A dragon monster made by the hands of a man…?] (Zenodora)

[Disgusting! I’ll never forgive him for making it look like that!] (Mejia)

I used to be offended at the truth that he was treating the corpses like toys, however I couldn’t assist however really feel sorry for my companions who continued to show such an appalling look, although they’d already misplaced their lives.

[Mejia, let’s finish it!] (Zenodora)

[Got it!] (Mejia)

Mejia and I unleashed breath assaults on the identical time, making an attempt to complete it with our fingers not less than. The gap was nonetheless large sufficient, however the breath, which converged as a lot mana as attainable, ripped via the sky, engulfing many monsters and piercing two giant holes in its flesh. It was hit with two deadly blows. I assumed it might fall to the bottom, and it might be an actual wreck this time, however…

[What!? It won’t fall!] (Mejia)

[It’s not going to be easy.] (Zenodora)

As a substitute of falling, the wound started to shut shortly and it continued to fly with out downside. Two extra dragons of the very same form appeared from behind it, so it appeared that we must cope with three of them on the identical time.

[Zenodra-sama!] (?)

[Us too!] (?)

[We will help!] (?)

[No! You must concentrate on reducing the number of monsters!] (Zenodora)

A number of the children have been overburdened, but when I allow them to cope with the dragons, the effectivity of scaling down the monsters can be diminished. I loudly stopped them, who have been about to affix us, and whereas wanting on the odd-shaped dragons approaching us, I organized the state of affairs and deliberate countermeasures.

[There should be a medium to manipulate the body… Sirius called it the nucleus. There is no other choice but to approach it, look for it, and hit it directly.] (Zenodora)

[Close combat, is it? Let’s do it! I want to release our companions from suffering!] (Mejia)

[Hey Mejia… aren’t you getting a little over enthusiastic? We’re not in a situation where we could afford it either. Be a bit calmer.] (Zenodora)

[Don’t worry. I won’t misjudge. I… I’ll make sure to come back alive.] (Mejia)

There was a woman named Hina who had the identical blood as us. She was a woman with many causes and plenty of issues, however she was additionally a ray of hope for Mejia. Mejia, who couldn’t totally hate his brother who betrayed his household and will solely reside a careless life simply to rinse the stigma, sincerely needed to guard her.

[If we leave those alone, they may harm Hina and others who are behind us. Let’s make sure we stop them here.] (Zenodora)

{Huh… that was pointless fear. Alright then. Let’s end it shortly from the entrance. To be sincere, it’s not secure even for us to cope with three of them on the identical time.] (Mejia)

[Yes!] (Zenodora)

They weren’t solely superior in measurement, however they actually had extra limbs and since they didn’t have a will, they have been beings that wouldn’t cease shifting out of concern. Despite the fact that Mejia and I have been warriors of the Dragonkin, this won’t be a easy battle… or maybe, it was a battle that we must be ready for. However… we might by no means retreat from right here. For the sake of my associates, for the sake of my individuals, and to guard our pleasure as a Dragonkin, I greeted the deformed dragons with Mejia.

— Lifell —

“That’s sufficient! You’ll fall first as a substitute, you realize!” (Lifell)

“…I’m tremendous. I can nonetheless go on…” (Reese)

In entrance of the final wall defending Sandor. Kneeling along with her fingers crossed in prayer in entrance of a small watering gap there, Reese continued to supply a widespread mist that healed wounds simply by being there. There was little doubt that Reese was a significant assist to your entire unit, because the wounded, who have been introduced in, have been healed and so they might instantly return to the entrance traces. Nevertheless, this woman had been utilizing magic ever because the battle started.

Even with the assistance of the spirits, the burden of utilizing magic for such an extended time frame should be appreciable. Furthermore, only a second in the past, she had even created a water golem to assist Emilia, who was preventing within the depth of the battlefield. At this fee, not solely would she faint from lack of mana, however even her life could be at risk. So, I had Reese flip towards me. Whereas holding her face between my fingers, I needed to power her to cease utilizing magic.

“I informed you. You’re not wanting nicely in any respect. Cease utilizing magic proper now!” (Lifell)

“However the wounded are nonetheless being introduced in…” (Reese)

“Don’t do all the pieces by yourself! Look how chilly you might be.” (Lifell)

She was proof against the chilly, partly as a result of the water spirit was all the time by her facet, besides, it wasn’t good to maintain her physique chilly on a regular basis. Making an attempt to heat her up as a lot as attainable, I went behind Reese and hugged her, wrapping her from behind whereas calling out to Karen and Hina who have been close by.

“Karen-chan, Hina-chan, come right here. Let’s heat Reese up!” (Lifell)

“Sure!” (Karen)

“…Alright.” (Hina)

To prime it off, I wrapped 4 of us within the blankets that Senia had ready for us, and Reese was respiratory out comfortably.

“Aah… I see… my physique is…” (Reese)

“That’s how centered you have been. However now, you might want to relaxation, even when it’s only for a short while. We’ll wake you up if something occurs.” (Lifell)

“Al-…alright. Simply… a little bit bit then…” (Reese)

Earlier than she might end the sentence, Reese fell asleep as if she had fainted. Within the meantime, injured individuals have been being introduced in a single after one other, however I used to be certain that there have been others who might use therapeutic magic to deal with the state of affairs for a short while. Then, I despatched directions to Senia and Soften, who have been retaining a watchful eye close by, to do what we should always do in the interim.

“Senia, Soften. Eradicate those that are approaching us to any extent further at your individual discretion. Even when they’re on our facet.” (Lifell)

““Understood!”” (Senia/Soften)

The enemy was crafty, and there was a great probability that they might goal Reese in an try to destroy our technique of restoration. Due to this fact, it was pure for us to be on excessive alert, however we weren’t solely involved concerning the monsters, but additionally about our allies. This was as a result of it wasn’t stunning that somebody would attempt to get to Reese underneath the quilt of this example. To be clear, this woman who had saved so many troopers was fairly exceptional.

There have been many individuals who needed to have a strong particular person available, and in the event that they have been sensible, they may see that the might borrow the ability of spirit and attempt to reap the benefits of the present state of affairs to safe the particular person. It could be that I used to be overthinking it a bit, however as somebody who would finally rule Elysion, I felt compelled to imagine the worst. Extra importantly, this a lot was solely regular if I needed to defend my pretty non-blood-related youthful sister. If it have been true, it wouldn’t be sufficient to guard her even with my complete imperial guards.

As I used to be feeling the burden of Reese’s physique in opposition to mine, I used to be watching the environment, and Karen, who was making an attempt to boost her physique temperature even a little bit, requested me a query.

“Hmm… Lif-oneechan. When will this tough stuff goes to finish?” (Karen)

“I’m sorry. I can’t inform you that. I hope will probably be over quickly.” (Lifell)

In accordance with the occasional experiences coming in from the entrance traces, among the items had been considerably crushed, however they’d managed to keep up total power and proceed to advance. Moreover, it appeared that they succeeded in destroying Luca and Hilgan, which was their precedence goal, and people kids who have been deployed on the suitable and left flanks have been now shifting deeper into the middle to focus on Lambda, who was the commander of the enemy. Nevertheless, deep within the heart of the enemy camp, there was one thing extraordinary that had by no means been seen in books.

“That’s a extremely big tree. I ponder if that’s certainly one of their trump playing cards.” (Lifell)

“Lifell-sama. I heard from the battlefield that Sirius-sama is at the moment preventing that tree alone.” (Soften)

“Alone!? How about backup… no, how about Hokuto?” (Lifell)

“Hokuto-sama remains to be working round within the enemy camp and persevering with to disrupt the state of affairs. My guess is that Sirius-sama has determined that he should struggle alone.” (Soften)

An enormous mountain-like tree all of the sudden appeared on the battlefield. It was undoubtedly made by Lambda, who used vegetation, and it was so giant that even these of us on the far finish of the battlefield might clearly see it. With such an enormous physique, it wouldn’t be stunning if the attackers might attain us on the rear, not to mention the entrance line. Due to this fact, Sirius should have attacked shortly after getting ready his power to be able to draw its consideration to himself. Whereas I used to be questioning whether or not to evacuate not solely Reese however different kids, Senia, who was listening rigorously, introduced additional info.

“…Emilia and Reus are on their method to assist Sirius-sama, however they appear to be very exhausted. Nevertheless, Strongest Sword Lior-sama nonetheless appears to be alive and nicely.” (Senia)

“I see. If they may get there in time, we nonetheless have a great probability of profitable.” (Lifell)

It wasn’t that I doubted Sirius’ capacity, however he alone appeared reckless when it got here to the enemy this time. Nevertheless, I knew that he wasn’t the type of man who would proceed to struggle with out a plan although we have now identified one another lower than these women. Maybe, there was some type of technique, or he was preventing to carry the enemy again whereas ready for a possibility to affix with the allies and to counterattack after that. Both method, we had no alternative however to attend and belief him, however we additionally couldn’t let our guard down.

“Hime-sama! Cautious!” (Soften)

It seemed just like the monsters that received via the hole within the entrance line troops have been now attacking us. There weren’t a lot of them, and it could be attainable to cope with them with the encompassing guards, but it surely wasn’t good to have this place attacked via the entrance line.

It appeared that the Dragonkin who have been nonetheless preventing within the sky have been having a tough time with the massive dragon monsters, and we have been undoubtedly being pushed right into a nook. If the warfare state of affairs continued to go from dangerous to worse, I meant to flee the nation in any respect prices to guard my sister and the kids. I wouldn’t hesitate even when I needed to depart Sirius and the others preventing on the entrance traces. I knew that they might need that, and greater than anything, I needed to defend my life as a lot.

“There’s not a lot time to spare. Hurry up… everybody.” (Lifell)

— Sirius —

Whereas my disciples have been severely clashing with Luka and Hilgan, who have been the primary forces of the enemy, I used to be delving deep into the enemy traces alone after giving new directions to Hokuto. The power to manage monsters should be getting stronger the nearer I received to him. The enemy’s coordination grew to become sharper every time I moved ahead, however after some progress, the monsters all of the sudden stopped attacking. Nevertheless, it wasn’t stunning that the assaults stopped. That was as a result of deep within the heart of the enemy camp… there was an area with out monsters. Lambda was within the heart of the area, and moreover, the encompassing monsters have been surprisingly quiet and confirmed no signal of attacking me as I approached. And when he was inside a number of dozen steps away… that man slowly spoke up.

“…You’re a very horrifying particular person. I by no means thought you’ll go to date to do what you’ll.” (Lambda)

The encircling monsters have been refrained from him, so the one one in entrance of me was Lambda. Though his face and eyes had considerably modified, his look was nearly the identical as once we first met quickly after our go to to Sandor. Despite the fact that he had an air of sagacity round him, his physique was skinny and honest total, and he was considerably fragile. However the Lambda now was so lively that I didn’t even must look him up in [Search] to see him, and I felt as if I have been dealing with a thousand… no, ten thousand enemies.

“Nevertheless, in case you ignore my recommendation and seem in entrance of me, you give me no alternative. It’s going to be an appropriate time quickly. So, this time, I’m going to cope with you.” (Lambda)

“Talking of appropriate time… evidently you’re leaving the monsters unattended with intention. Is it due to the despair you’ve gotten stated many occasions?” (Sirius)

“Hehehe, I knew you had seen.” (Lambda)

When individuals stood up to withstand concern, he confirmed overwhelming energy, knocking them down into even deeper despair. To realize this, Lambda’s directions to the monsters have been monotonous and to the naked minimal, deliberately leaving no room for us to assault. Many monsters have been being pushed round for the self-satisfaction of such an individual. I didn’t imply to sympathize with the monsters as a result of they have been enemies of the individuals, however… it was actually disagreeable.

“I’m not impressed with the pointless sacrifice whether or not it’s a technique or not. Particularly my disciples and his spouse candidates are upset.” (Sirius)

“Please don’t get me flawed. I’ve no intention of losing my monsters.” (Lambda)

As quickly as Lambda uttered these phrases, the monsters’ dying screams echoed in unison from all instructions. I instantly checked my environment and located that the monsters that had apparently surrounded us had been penetrated by roots that had sprung up from the bottom and have been sucking their blood or have been wrapped in roots as if the roots have been preying on them. Once I seemed carefully, I might see that the monsters that I defeated earlier than I received right here have been additionally killed, and the roots continued to eat monsters whether or not they have been useless or alive.

On the identical time, numerous vines started to develop from underneath Lambda’s toes, which gathered collectively to type an enormous tree that continued to develop and lengthen at a fee that pierced the sky. After some time, it lastly stopped rising. I noticed an enormous tree rising in entrance of me, much like the Holy Tree that was the primary supply of Shishou’s knife. As I ready myself, what seemed just like the higher half of a human physique started to develop out of part of the tree, and it seemed down at me with a wry smile on its face because it took the type of Lambda, who had simply been there.

[Sorry to keep you waiting. It took some time and effort to get into this shape.] (Lambda)

I noticed that we have been surrounded not by monsters however solely plant roots rising out of the bottom, and on the opposite facet, I might see new monsters being sacrificed to the roots.

“I see. In brief, all these monsters are meals… in your supply of vitamin.” (Sirius)

It should take lots of vitality to keep up such a mass, but it surely made up for it by feeding on an infinite variety of monsters. Not solely did he have the ability to reap the benefits of his immense measurement, however he additionally possessed superior intelligence and a endless supply-line. There could be extra, however this was Lambda’s trump card. Despite the fact that we hadn’t fought but and I didn’t know his power, there was no method that such a fantastic opponent might be thought-about a mere spectacle. This was an opponent that was already past the aptitude of a single nation. It was no marvel that his leeway hadn’t collapsed.

[How is it? I’m not wasting monsters, right? The strong eat the weak. I’m simply doing what is perfectly natural.] (Lambda)

‘So, it’s the legislation of the jungle, huh. It’s true that I’ve lived a tricky life in my earlier life, so I might perceive his standpoint, however…’

“Irrespective of how a lot you attempt to justify your self, I don’t like what I don’t like, and people who go too far are naturally weeded out within the first place. Hey, we have now sufficient speak already, sure? It’s time to get began.” (Sirius)

[You’re not afraid to challenge me even after seeing me like this. You’re a hero, aren’t you? To me, you’re just a fool.] (Lambda)

“No, I’m not a hero. I’m a warrior… or fairly, a particular agent.” (Sirius)

It doesn’t matter what type of monster he changed into, there was no cause to not be enemies if he reached to the place different individuals have been. I instantly threw the cardboard made from manastone and related it to Shishou’s knife with [String]. Then, I unleashed [Magnum] whereas avoiding the vine tentacles that have been reaching out to pierce me. Thus… the battle between me and Lambda for our wills had begun.

—

The [Magnum] unleashed whereas avoiding the numerous vine tentacles that have been being stabbed like spears, hit Lambda, who smiled wryly within the type of an enormous tree. Three simultaneous photographs hit the brow, throat and coronary heart, which might have certainly killed a human, didn’t appear to have labored as anticipated. Moreover, the holes created by the magic bullet was shortly closed, and Lambda, with a wry smile on his face, launched extra tentacles in return.

[It’s still a mysterious magic. But it doesn’t make any sense to me.] (Lambda)

The dimensions and depth of the holes made by the bullets appeared to say that the power was halved. The pace of regeneration was additionally sooner than any enemy I had seen to date, and I anticipated that it might shut earlier than the following bullet might be fired. Mixed with its big measurement, I supposed it was unattainable for [Magnum] to achieve the within. Whereas analyzing the enemy as a lot as attainable, I leaped to the facet to keep away from the tentacle spears, which had elevated in numbers, however in fact, the tentacles tracked me. So, I shot [Magnum] to intercept them. The tentacles have been comfortable, so I might blow them away with [Magnum], however there was no finish to it as a result of there have been so a lot of them.

“Intercept!” (Sirius)

[Alright!] (Shishou)

I requested Shishou… or fairly, the knife made from the Holy Tree that was related to a [String] extending from me, to intercept it. Though it might transfer freely, the variety of tentacles wasn’t one thing that might be managed with just one knife, however this was Shishou who was out of the abnormal in some ways. With great motion, she slashed away many of the tentacles, leaving me solely a small period of time to unleash an assault.

[No matter how much you try to resist, it’s futile. My arms would increase infinitely… urghh!?] (Lambda)

The [Antimateriel] that was shot in that break up second fully blew away the bodily a part of Lambda that had grown out of the enormous tree. Nevertheless, it was solely a small gap in your entire tree. Furthermore, after I seemed carefully, it appeared that even the bullet that would simply pierce a rock couldn’t penetrate him. I assumed it barely reached the middle, however the truth that it was this highly effective even with [Antimateriel] specialised for penetration meant that…

“Is the mana of the bullet being sucked out?” (Sirius)

He should have a physique that not solely ate monsters, but additionally absorbed mana from the beings it touched. In different phrases, regardless of how a lot momentum or penetrating energy I gave, it might disappear midway. It wasn’t that they didn’t work in any respect because it created gap within the tree, however to be sincere, it didn’t work nicely with my magic. In such a case, the sword of Jii-san who might slay a mountain could be higher, however it might take a while for him to return this far.

[…Are you going to unleash such a big move so easily? The battle has only just begun, you know?] (Lambda)

[Are you worried that he couldn’t unleash his move, or does he have some other big moves?] (Lambda)

[Hehe, I wonder which on it is.] (Lambda)

In any case, the physique a part of Lambda that I used to be seeing wasn’t a weak level, and the half that was blown again was restored as if nothing had occurred. Similtaneously making enjoyable of me, his physique started to develop from all around the tree, and his physique grew to become three. He was ready for my response, however I’ve no obligation to reply. As if in response, I shot [Magnum] to every of his physique elements.

[Are all the targets accurate?] (Lambda)

[You can’t get through.] (Lambda)

[If you don’t believe me, would you like to try more?] (Lambda)

[While you’re at it, let’s increase the number of targets.] (Lambda)

[Now… what should we do?] (Lambda)

Removed from being efficient, Lambda was rising extra flesh and was multiplying into 5. Lambda had been identified to create beings precisely like himself… or clones, however the truth that they may communicate individually like that meant that not less than that tree had 5 clones of Lambda. In different phrases, it ought to be thought-about that this big tree had a number of cores that have been the important factors. After all, retaining in thoughts that not all Lambdas have been in that one, I summarized the data obtained.

“If that’s not the important level…then once more, the place’s the core in the entire…” (Sirius)

There could be a couple of important level… or the core someplace inside this large tree. Naturally, it was unlikely to be clustered in a single place, so I have to begin finding it. I wish to assault him a bit extra and see how he reacted, however Shishou was at her restrict, so I think about avoiding the approaching tentacles. As I continued to evade with minimal motion with out stopping my legs, all of the sudden the motion of the tentacles modified. I couldn’t keep away from it and I received a small wound on my left arm.

“Have you ever modified!?” (Sirius)

[As I said before, I’m more than one, not one.] (Lambda)

[All of us are thinking separately, and aim for you alone.] (Lambda)

[If there’s an opening… look, over there.] (Lambda)

It wasn’t me however Shishou who was focused with some significant phrases. Numerous tentacles approached to seize the knife, which was a fraction of the Holy Tree, and it fully enveloped the knife by sheer power of numbers.

[Hmmph, greenhorn. You’re a few hundred years too young to be messing with me!] (Shishou)

However as quickly because the tentacles touched the knife, it popped off one after one other, and as if to say that it wouldn’t work, Shishou decapitated the remaining tentacles earlier than returning to my neighborhood. For the primary time, Lambda confirmed upset feelings by this unprecedented transfer.

[Ugh!? As expected, it’s not easy.] (Lambda)

[Although it’s a fragment, it’s the Holy Tree.] (Lambda)

[But there’s no need to rush.] (Lambda)

[Yes, if they’re connected, then we can cut the source, and do the rest any way we want…] (Lambda)

Nevertheless, quickly they regained the composure and turned their intention again to me, who was capable of transfer Shishou, and pointed the guidelines of quite a few tentacles, which had grown out of the bottom, additional towards me. A minimum of 5 individuals thought individually and numerous tentacles that would transfer at will. Despite the fact that it was the dimensions of an enormous monster, I hadn’t discovered any weaknesses but, and it didn’t go nicely with my magic.

Though I set this up for the explanation of not disturbing my disciples who have been preventing someplace on the battlefield, this was a way more troublesome opponent than I had anticipated. Whether or not I might afford it or be cautious of it, I took out a home made card made from manastone whereas switching on the [Switch] in my mind. Then, I turned to Lambda, who seemed on the state of affairs with the tip of the tentacles dealing with me. This could most likely be the final time we talked slowly till it was settled.

“Whether or not you could appear to be a monster or not, there’s little doubt that you just’re actually a tremendous existence.” (Sirius)

[Didn’t I say it to the princess of Sandor? I’m an evolved being.] (Lambda)

[And I’m going to make you take the blame for stirring up my plans so far.] (Lambda)

[You, along with all other monsters, will be my nourishment.] (Lambda)

It appeared as if he was about to declare that he was the final word existence, however I couldn’t snicker it off as a joke if he confirmed himself on this method. And it wasn’t simply these myriad tentacles. It appeared that he had tips and trump cares…

“It’s all nicely and good to be bossy, however don’t say that till you’ve fully put me down. In addition to, you’re not the one one who doesn’t know your opponent’s capabilities.” (Sirius)

[Aah, surely you’re right.] (Lambda)

[Well then, show it to me.] (Lambda)

[Show me how far you can withstand in the face of overwhelming quantity and regeneration.] (Lambda)

On the finish of these phrases, the tentacles that have been throughout them attacked without delay. There wasn’t the slightest area for my physique to go via, and on this state of affairs the place I used to be fully surrounded, there was no cause to save lots of my playing cards. A magic set off produced by a manastone card. A self-reliant Shishou’s knife. And yet another trump card…

“Activate… [PAS].” (Sirius)

I activated this decisive magic, which I had developed for sturdy enemies Like Lambda.