Chapter 42: Chapter 4: Sovereign dragon of Havoc
The next day, Kanji was sent on another mission by Ryuhei, this time tasked with eliminating the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc. It was clear that his father continued to view him as a weapon to be directed towards their objectives.
Kanji moved forward through the temple, his expression remaining stoic and disinterested. The women, initially intrigued by his arrival, looked upon him with a mixture of surprise and intrigue. Despite their beauty and seductive qualities, Kanji displayed no interest in them, his focus solely on the objective of the mission.
One of the most alluring women in the temple made an attempt to seduce Kanji. She approached him, her voice sultry as she spoke, "Hello, handsome stranger. You seem lost. Can I help you find your way?"
The seductive woman's attempt at enticing Kanji abruptly came to an end as he reacted with swift and deadly efficiency. With a mere flick of his hand, the woman's throat was pierced by his fingers, ending her life instantaneously. His expression remained devoid of any emotion as he spoke coldly, "I don't need help. I have a job to do."
The other women in the temple, witnessing Kanji's ruthless lethality and the gruesome demise of their kinswoman, hastily stepped aside, creating a path for him to proceed deeper into the temple. Fear and trepidation etched on their faces, they watched in stunned silence as he continued on his way.
"Where is your Lord?" Kanji demanded, his voice cutting through the tense silence. The women, still recovering from the shock of what they had just witnessed, hesitated for a moment before one of them stepped forward, her voice tremulous.
"He... He is in the inner sanctum," the woman replied, her voice quivering. "Only those who are allowed can see him."
The woman explained, her voice still trembling with fear, "Our lord, the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc, rarely appears in the mortal realm without a profound reason. It must be something important that has compelled you to seek him out."
Kanji's response, delivered with cold indifference, sent a shiver of dread through the remaining followers. "If your lord refuses to appear, I will kill all of you," he declared, his eyes fixed on them with an icy glare. As if to emphasize his words, he held the severed heads of the women in his hands, tied together with a rope, and casually threw them over the edge of the mountain, causing them to plummet into the valley below. The resounding roar that echoed from within the mountain indicated the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc's awareness of the gruesome display.
As Kanji's actions echoed throughout the temple and the valley, the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc finally appeared before him. The powerful ruler of this domain, the dragon manifested in an imposing form, his eyes narrowed with anger and suspicion.
The Sovereign Dragon of Havoc roared, his voice filled with anger and authority, "Who dares to disturb my temple and slay my followers?" The air crackled with the dragon's intense presence, his scales glistening in the dim light.
Despite the powerful presence of the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc, Kanji remained unintimidated. With a cool demeanor, he grasped the Kurai Kesshō Buki, an ominous and powerful weapon, and faced the dragon with unwavering determination.
The dragon's anger was tempered by a hint of curiosity as he observed Kanji's display of confidence. "You seem unafraid," the dragon rumbled, his eyes scrutinizing the young warrior. "Most would cower before me, yet you stand there, unafraid. What is your name, mortal?"
Kanji responded with a simple yet defiant answer, "My name is Kanji." Despite the awe-inspiring presence of the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc before him, Kanji betrayed no signs of fear or intimidation in his voice.
The clash between Kanji and the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc continued for several hours, each blow echoing through the mountain. The once majestic dragon was now severely injured, its left wing half-severed, and several injuries marked its body. Despite the overwhelming power of the dragon, Kanji remained unharmed, skillfully dodging and parrying every attack, showing remarkable reflexes and martial prowess.
The Sovereign Dragon of Havoc, growing more irritable and frustrated, roared, "You are skilled, mortal, but you cannot defeat me." Despite the numerous injuries he had sustained, the dragon's arrogance still burned brightly.
The Sovereign Dragon of Havoc, realizing that Kanji was no ordinary mortal, spat in frustration, "No mortal can surpass the power of a divine being like myself." Despite the intense battle, he still believed in his own invincibility.
Kanji's icy response echoed through the cavernous space, "I don't care about your claims of divinity. I have a mission to accomplish." His voice was cold and unwavering, as if he had no regard for the dragon's status or power.
The dragon, fueled by anger and frustration, roared in return, "You dare defy me, a divine being? You should tremble before my might." Despite the damage Kanji had inflicted, the dragon still believed in his own superiority.
Kanji's response was cold and matter-of-fact, "Even if I was ordered to kill greater gods, I would have no problem doing so." With that, he swung his Kurai Kesshō Buki, cutting the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc in half. The dragon, stunned and gravely injured, could only watch as its demise became imminent.
The dragon's last words carried a mix of anger and helplessness, "How...how could a mere mortal...defeat me?" The once-invincible Sovereign Dragon of Havoc was now at the mercy of Kanji's overwhelming power.
As 100 year's passed throughout his journey, Kanji had indeed achieved remarkable accomplishments. He had slain the Sovereign Dragon of Havoc, vanquished the very first Ruler of Hell, and obliterated 50 Kingdoms, asserting himself as a force to be reckoned with. These feats spoke volumes of his immense power and unparalleled prowess in battle.
In the heavenly realm, Zeus, the ruler of the gods, occupied his throne, radiating an aura of authority and power. Sitting beside him was the young goddess of angels, Angela, who at only 200,000 years old, was considered young among immortals. Despite her youthful appearance, Angela exuded grace and wisdom, suggesting a maturity beyond her years.
Angela, the young goddess of angels, approached Zeus, her voice filled with a hint of urgency. "If I may, my lord," she said, her golden locks falling gracefully over her shoulders, "I would like to discuss something with you. It's about the Naein clan."
Zeus, ever attentive, turned his gaze towards Angela, his expression now laced with intrigue and a touch of concern. "The Naein clan," he echoed, his voice resonating with a mix of curiosity and authority. "What is it about them that you wish to discuss, my child?"
Angela, her wings softly fluttering behind her, continued, her voice carrying a hint of concern, "The Naein clan's power and influence have grown remarkably over the centuries. They possess tremendous strength, and some of their members have even dared to tread into realms beyond the ordinary."
Angela then delved into further specifics about the members of the Naein clan, her voice filled with a sense of awe and worry. "The members of the Naein clan are indeed extraordinary," she explained. "Many are S-rank, while their higher-ranking members even surpass LR+ levels. But...there are also Ryuhei's children," her voice turned more solemn, "the ones who had endured inhumane experiments."
Angela sighed, a hint of disappointment tinged her voice as she spoke. "It is rather unfortunate," she murmured, "that most of Ryuhei's children do not possess Beyonder Ranker potential, except ..." Her words trailed off, and her eyes fixed intently on a particular figure. "Except for one, Kanji, the one who has accomplished those extraordinary feats."
Angela sighed, a hint of disappointment tinged her voice as she spoke. "It is rather unfortunate," she murmured, "that most of Ryuhei's children do not possess Beyonder Ranker potential, except ..." Her words trailed off, and her eyes fixed intently on a particular figure. "Except for one, Kanji, the one who has accomplished those extraordinary feats."
Angela nodded and continued, her voice tinged with awe. "Yes, Kanji," she murmured, "He possesses remarkable abilities, and his accomplishments, even as a tool for Ryuhei, are truly noteworthy. It's fascinating to see the stark contrast between the abilities of Kanji and his siblings."
Angela nodded and continued, her voice tinged with awe. "Yes, Kanji," she murmured, "He possesses remarkable abilities, and his accomplishments, even as a tool for Ryuhei, are truly noteworthy. It's fascinating to see the stark contrast between the abilities of Kanji and his siblings."
Angela pondered the matter, her eyes filled with a mix of curiosity and contemplation. "Perhaps there is more to Kanji than meets the eye," she mused, her words steeped in intrigue. "His full potential may have yet to be realized. It would definitely be fascinating to witness his growth and development in the future."
Zeus chuckled, his deep voice reverberating through the room. His gaze held a tinge of disappointment as he reflected on the situation. "It's truly a pity," he mused, his eyes fixated on the horizon. "Ryuhei's children possess tremendous potential, particularly Kanji, and yet their own father treats them as mere weapons. What a waste of such remarkable abilities."
Angela nodded in agreement, her wings fluttering lightly behind her. "I concur, my lord," she affirmed. "It is truly regrettable that Ryuhei fails to recognize the true capabilities of his own children. Kanji's skills and potential are extensive, yet they go unnoticed and undeveloped because of his father's closed-minded perspective."
~Next chapter "Emperor War"