Kugugugung…
The roar of the spear gradually fades away.
With the earth’s cries comes the intense wave that started from the Heavenly Horse’s toes.
As the Heavenly Horse steps forward, the Aura of Heavenly Horse sways around her, taking control of the surroundings.
Splash!
Splash!
Splash!
“That’s fierce.”
“The Ruler’s training is never light.”
The sight of the Heavenly Horse approaching, tearing through the ground, is truly magnificent.
In terms of levels alone, it’s already surpassing the movements of ranks 3 and 4, and potentially even beyond.
Of course, in terms of equipment and power, it falls short, but for now, the ‘Heavenly Horse’s Dominance’ used by the Heavenly Horse completely overwhelmed them.
KWAAM!!
The Heavenly Horse’s fist brushed past my side.
That was close.
[Heavenly Horse’s Dominance ㄷㄷ]
[Heavenly Horse’s Dominance ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ]
[Is this the Heavenly Horse…?]
[Heavenly Michael Jackson;;]
[Have I been eaten by the concept?]
[ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ]
[Why did it actually become a Heavenly Horse?]
Hooong!
While repositioning the spear, I shot out several Clone Spears.
Unlike before when the Heavenly Horse managed to avoid fatal wounds through the Aura, now the Heavenly Horse dodges every attack.
As if being hit was never allowed from the start.
The spear’s onslaught is ineffective.
“You sure are good at dodging. I can’t say I’m not impressed.”
“Of course.”
Even if the opponent dug into one area, they were just a player who had trained for about three years.
In contrast, I have spent ten times that amount of time.
If I can’t dodge this one, it would be me who’s strange.
“Let’s take this seriously.”
“The sea I’ve longed for.”
Flutter.
The Heavenly Horse stops dodging and stands still, gathering the Aura of Heavenly Horse that had surrounded her.
I too twist the Clone Spears and split them apart simultaneously.
At last, our secret techniques collide.
[Red WIN!]
The victory and defeat have been determined.
■
“…I lost.”
On a high plateau surrounded by white clouds.
The Heavenly Horse was teleported back to a small house located at the very top of the plateau.
Creeeak…
The Heavenly Horse stepped outside and sat on a chair placed in the yard, recalling the recent battle.
First of all, the Heavenly Horse’s Dominance was successfully executed.
She managed to avoid Lily Elbrite’s attack while having the strength and mobility to push her and apply pressure.
However, it seems the intimidation inflicted on nearby life forms when using Heavenly Horse’s Dominance didn’t apply.
It’s a bit disappointing, but in a way, it’s expected.
“Abilities that don’t work against those stronger than me.”
As expected, as I realized, Lily was indeed stronger than herself.
Ugh.
‘I did dodge quite well, despite everything.’
The last storm baptism that Lily used was a technique that could not be avoided even by the Heavenly Horse’s Dominance.
Truly, ‘the ultimate of spears.’
That ultimate could heal her completely yet still leave a phantom pain, indicating the greatness of her prowess.
“There are many strong people in this world. Therefore…”
Sparkle.
“This is the mission given to me by the ruler.”
The Heavenly Horse’s gaze turns downward.
The only adornment the Heavenly Horse wears is one that does not include any extravagant jewelry.
As the Heavenly Horse fiddles with the smooth accessory, they take a few more steps to reach a small pond.
The pond is filled with black lotuses.
“Aren’t you looking forward to it?”
─……
“This is the first task of the Heavenly Horse Church. To kill an existence that could rightfully be called heavenly.”
─……
“Even if it’s the opposite of heaven, that doesn’t change the fact it possesses powers akin to heaven.”
─……
“I am looking forward to it.”
What would it be like to kill the sky and become the true Heavenly Horse?
The Heavenly Horse was filled with anticipation.
■
I defeated the Heavenly Horse.
During the final clash, I summoned dozens of Clone Spears and unleashed the roar of the spear, obliterating the surroundings.
If she continued to evade with Heavenly Horse’s Dominance, then eliminating the very space to escape would suffice.
In the end, the Heavenly Horse perished, and her prayer could not properly finish before dissipating.
Yeah, this was all good up to this point…
[Heavenly Horse Death Beam, what the hell? LOL]
[Wait, what’s with the Heavenly Horse?]
[Heavenly Horse Death Beam!]
[It’s literally called Heavenly Horse, so she’s really using the Heavenly Horse Death Beam.]
[Heavenly Horse is a god! Heavenly Horse is a god! Heavenly Horse is a god!]
[LOL]
[Heavenly Horse, haha!]
[And even that Heavenly Horse Death Beam is defeated by Big Lily.]
[Big Lily.]
The final blow oddly resembled a ‘beam,’ which resulted in the chat window being flooded with messages about the Heavenly Horse Death Beam.
If we’re being technical, it wasn’t a beam at all.
“It was a punch, not a beam. The power was beyond that of a beam, though.”
As the Heavenly Horse’s fist gathered the Aura of Heavenly Horse and unleashed it, it only looked like a beam.
Technically, it was closer to a ‘qi punch bullet’ that leaves an afterimage when passing by.
[Don’t know?]
[But still, it was a beam, LOL.]
[Heavenly Horse Death Beam! Heavenly Horse Death Beam!]
[But Lily won, right?]
[With Heavenly Michael Jackson and Heavenly Horse Death Beam… Heavenly Horse is indeed a Real Heavenly Horse.]
[LOL]
[Let’s go!]
[This isn’t what a Heavenly Horse should be!!]
[Are you going to meet the Heavenly Horse?]
“Well… I’m curious, so let’s go.”
The existence of the Heavenly Horse is one thing, but she also knows about the ‘Kraken.’
How she collected that information is a mystery, but it’s good that more people can stop the Kraken.
I’m also curious about the lock I possess.
The Black Lotus Mountain, written on the map, was located inside a massive mountain range to the east.
Deep inside the gigantic mountain range of 치한, there was plenty of gray smoke everywhere, which could easily make one lose their sense of direction. The terrain was treacherous with monsters popping out, but it was definitely not enough to keep my feet stuck.
Above all, I had no chance of getting lost.
[The Red Guide is leading the way.]
Even without doing anything, the mythical masterpiece would find the path for me.
About 10 minutes after I set off…
“I found it.”
I arrived at the Black Lotus Mountain, shrouded in mystery.
[Navigation ;;]
[The map was given poorly, but here I am finding it right away.]
[Mythical Special) It’s a Navigation.]
[Hahaha!]
[Using a mythical mapping device just for finding a way? Only Lily would do that for real.]
[For real, lol.]
[Surely, it could be used for dodging or attacking too, but Lily just uses it for navigation, haha.]
After successfully finishing the guidance, I tucked away the Red Guide and entered Black Lotus Mountain.
Just a little walk, and true to its name, the place was filled with ‘Black Lotuses’ everywhere.
Whether it was a well or a small lake, it didn’t matter.
Swish…! I picked one up, about the size of my torso, and examined it closely.
“…There’s something here.”
I felt a strangely similar energy to the Heavenly Horse, but it wasn’t evil nor did it carry any demon race energy.
‘The color is just like the demon race’s though.’
After placing the lotus back by the lakeside, I lightly hopped up the mountain.
When I reached the top, a small house in a martial arts style welcomed me.
…It does fit well with this place.
[House haha!]
[Whoa.]
[The concept is actually pretty scary.]
[You created this yourself?]
“Isn’t it beautiful? This house was designed and created by me, The Ruler.”
“Heavenly Horse.”
Footsteps echoed from behind me, so I turned my head.
The Heavenly Horse, looking a bit stronger than before, was staring at me.
Seeing her like this, she had a beauty that was comparable to the female rankers I had met.
It wasn’t flashy, but she had a neat appearance.
“Come in. I have something to say to you.”
“Do you live here?”
“Yes. I haven’t lived here long as I’ve been in secluded training.”
“I see.”
So that’s how it is.
I followed the Heavenly Horse’s guidance and entered the house.
The interior was primarily decorated with wood, and similar to the outside, it wasn’t flashy.
The Heavenly Horse sat down in front of a small table and made a small gesture.
I also sat in the chair across from her.
A long jade bottle filled with tea moved on its own and poured into the teacups.
It’s black too.
[Item called ‘Air-Based Substance’ whoa.]
“This is a tea that’s a local delicacy here, but I wonder if it will suit your taste.”
“Glorp.”
Hmm.
‘It’s a bit bitter.’
It’s not inedible, but there was no need to bring it up as a delicacy.
“It’s bitter.”
“Most things that are good for you tend to be bitter. But don’t you feel a bit invigorated?”
“Maybe a little? Still, it’s not something I can’t eat.”
As it turns out, the vitality is only a ‘little’ present.
This tea is probably a kind of special potion.
The Heavenly Horse raised a small smile and lifted the teacup.
“Hehe. I knew you would say that.”
[Hahahahahahaha]
[Why do they get along so well?]
[The concept recognizes the concept]
[Isn’t that like Dongguk tea? They call that a delicacy?]
[They really stuck to the concept]
[Ugh]
[Is the Heavenly Horse an old lady?]
[Your taste is pretty old-fashioned]
[That concept is a bit much]
[Heavenly Horse (??) – Talks like a grandpa, eats Dongguk tea as a delicacy, noted…]
[At least over 30, hahahaha]
[Don’t tell me, ah!]
[What?]
“…I feel like your viewers are trying to slander me.”
“Are you watching the broadcast chat?”
“I don’t watch. But based on my preliminary research, I suspect that might be the case.”
Really?
Considering that, your expression soured when the topic of ‘age’ came up?
The Heavenly Horse’s gaze turned icy.
“…Let’s skip the useless chatter and I’ll tell you why I called you. You understand about the chaotic era, right?”
“Yes.”
There’s probably no one in Deoen who knows him better than I do.
“We can skip the preliminary explanation. As I mentioned before, the strongest chaos arises from the six gates that can bring about an apocalypse. These gates can only be locked by a special key.”
“What is that key?”
The Heavenly Horse raised her left hand.
Her wrist was covered by the Aura of Heavenly Horse, and as it scattered, a smooth purple bracelet came into view.
It’s a familiar item.
[Whoa]
[What?]
[What is that?]
[Isn’t that what I think it is?]
I immediately pulled out the bracelet from the Space.
A smooth, radiant purple bracelet.
It was exactly the same as the one the Heavenly Horse was showing.
“…Is it this?”
“Looks like you have one too.”
A completely useless bracelet obtained from clearing the ‘Highlands of the Green Forest’ dungeon through a random box.
“That is the key. It locks the gates of apocalypse.”
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