Chapter 202

Chapter 202: “Nightsaber” Unboxing and Field Test

At this moment, Mu Ling exuded a demeanor she had never possessed before.

Her flawless form merged with the darkness, and the unfathomable depth in her gaze became an irresistible allure.

Mu Ling, a ruthless goddess born of the shadows, showed no mercy for sin. She brought death and calamity to all destined to meet their end.

With the reawakening of the Outer God’s power within her, Mu Ling’s Plane ascended, marking a dramatic promotion unimaginable under normal circumstances.

For most sub-Crown transcendents, their existence is confined to the material world. Few exceptions exist across the vast realms of Noah.

But now, Mu Ling’s presence in the universe had shifted.

She was no longer a mere speck of dust.

Her dark, profound soul had undergone a dreadful, essential transformation.

The world of Noah was forced to acknowledge her existence—or perhaps, to fear it.

Mu Ling knelt in calm reverence. No matter how powerful she became or how much her past faded into obscurity, her loyalty remained unchanged.

Bai Yan understood her heart well. Among the Core Operators, she was undoubtedly the least tested and his most reliable blade.

Now, with her newfound strength and the power of the “Deep Blue World” bestowed by Babel Tower, her ability to face a foe like Pastor was unquestionable.

Despite this transformation, Mu Ling’s emotions remained unshaken. She had spent too long immersed in the endless night, and her feelings had dulled over time.

But she hadn’t fallen into despair or lost herself completely. The side effects were not permanent—she just needed time to recover her emotions.

In that moment of clarity, Mu Ling realized something with absolute certainty.

The Savior—though he never said it—cared for her safety.

With this understanding, she silently vowed:

“I must repay the Savior tenfold for all he has done for me. I will remain his blade, cutting through the darkness of night.”

[Nightsaber.]

[You have done very well.]

[In the future, you will face monumental challenges, navigate crises, and uncover paths through despair. Master your new powers without delay.]

After these words, the Savior, Bai Yan, vanished into the shadows.

Mu Ling slowly rose to her feet. Her gaze, filled with unwavering admiration and trust, followed his departure.

“Understood,” she whispered resolutely.

Without hesitation, she turned and disappeared into the darkness. In the blink of an eye, she was gone, leaving no trace behind.

The gates of Herendor stood silent, as if nothing had transpired.

Back at the villa, Bai Yan returned to find Sylve diligently practicing spells. Each movement and pronunciation was precise.

After some adjustment, Sylve had grown more ambitious and disciplined. Though lacking in talent, her determination had become her defining trait.

Bai Yan appreciated hard work, and her transformation from “useless” to “competent” was undeniable.

Observing her efforts, he allowed himself a brief smile, though it was unintentional.

Sylve noticed her mentor’s return and immediately stood to bow respectfully.

“Mr. Moriarty, I am practicing magic. Is there something you require?”

“You’ve done well,” Bai Yan replied, shaking his head. He dismissed her and retreated to his room.

Sylve, relieved, noticed a pastry left on the table—a small gift from her mentor.

In the solitude of his dark

room, Bai Yan took out his

phone. Opening the Operator

list, he tapped on

“Nightsaber’s” profile.

“So, you’ve been promoted to

Crown, my Nightsaber,” he

murmured.

Excitement coursed through

him. The accelerated

progression of his second

playthrough of Babel Tower

was evident. He recalled the

struggles of his first run, where

he lacked a single Crown-level

ally during the First Doomsday

Crisis.

Now, however, the situation

was vastly different. With

sufficient early accumulation,

the later stages of Babel Tower

promised to be significantly

easier.

Yet, an inexplicable sense of

unease lingered in his mind.

Would the challenges of this

second playthrough mirror the

first, or would they escalate

beyond imagination?

Pushing the thought aside, Bai

Yan shifted focus to

evaluating Nightsaber’s newly

acquired strength.

Opening Nightsaber’s updated

character card, he reviewed

her attributes, skills, and

abilities in detail.

Her power was undeniable, a

transformation so significant it

bordered on the unimaginable.

However, her “Awakening

Soul” enhancement had

become ineffective, requiring

new materials for further

upgrades.

With anticipation, Bai Yan

tested her abilities, immersing

himself in the sheer force of a

Crown-level transcendent.

Every movement, every

sensation, reflected a new

pinnacle of power.

From manipulating internal

organs to folding steel like

paper, her physical capabilities

were unparalleled. Her

perceptive abilities extended

beyond human limits,

capturing the faintest sounds

and movements within her

vicinity.

The “Deep Blue World” and

“Dimension of Darkness”

abilities further cemented her

as an unstoppable force. The

former froze time; the latter

provided an escape into a void

beyond reach.

Bai Yan couldn’t help but

marvel. With her current

strength, Nightsaber alone

could dismantle the Demon

Hunt Agency in Tatsumi City if

ordered.

As dawn approached, Bai Yan

prepared for the Babel Tower

meeting. The ten-day

preparation period was over,

and the time had come to

expedite the integration of

major families.

Standing in the dim dining

room, Bai Yan contemplated

the future. Nightsaber’s growth

signaled a new chapter in their

journey, but challenges lay

ahead—challenges that would

test their limits and redefine

their destiny.

And so, with determination

etched into his heart, Bai Yan

awaited the next move.