Chapter 270
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Chapter 270: The Stars Raced Towards the Horizon
The white “petals” were incredibly pure and dreamlike, engulfing everyone in a breathtaking beauty.
In the most beautiful scenery, Ailsa’s face twisted once again, and black mud kept oozing out.
At that moment, she had lost her previous boldness and passion.
In its place arose a deeply malicious intent.
A scene of extreme beauty and ugliness combined, like a merging of heaven and hell.
Unforgettable.
Those white “petals” possessed a captivating enchantment.
Maryse, in a trance-like state, instinctively reached out her hand to touch the pristine petals.
In the moment her fingers touched the “petals,” they began to ignite, unexpectedly transforming into gas in a very short span of time.
Her entire arm also burst into flames instantly.
“Swoosh!”
In the next moment, Maryse’s arm was completely severed!
If it wasn’t for Bai Yan seizing the opportunity and swiftly cutting off Maryse’s arm, perhaps her entire being would have been engulfed in the scorching flames of the Pure Lotus Fire, leaving nothing behind.
“I…”
Maryse instantly woke up, feeling a sharp pain in her shoulder that made her realize something had happened.
Her face turned deathly pale in an instant!
“My hand, this fella…”
She clenched her mouth tight, her chest rising and falling irregularly.
Angry feelings surged up within Maryse as she glared at the woman not far away, who was even shorter than herself by more than half a head!
The power of her spirit continued to flow out!
“It’s not her fault, but… we do have to kill her!”
Bai Yan gently patted the little one’s head, trying to calm down the feisty little one’s anger.
“I know…”
Almost like a miracle, Maryse’s emotions gradually became calm.
She felt a bit sad, wishing that Mr. Profligate would just go along with everything she wanted.
But he clearly wasn’t that kind of person.
After going through so many things, Maryse’s extreme tendencies started to diminish gradually.
At least now, she could actually listen to other people’s words.
More and more white petals filled the sky, and they started spreading around the Demon Hunt Agency building after burning down separate spaces.
The nature of this flame is completely different from what is seen in reality.
Even the space itself was gradually being destroyed, and if she gave it her all, there was even a possibility that she could directly burn down the barriers of this area’s space.
Bai Yan looked up and slowly spoke:
“We must solve her as soon as possible, otherwise this city will be destroyed… I know for some people this is very difficult, but at least, I hope you won’t stop us.”
“You really need to hurry, I can barely control myself anymore… If I truly unleash my full power, you have zero chance of winning.”
Ailsa murmured to herself, her once clear eyes becoming clouded, as a true danger started to slowly emerge.
“Because I got hurt, my fighting spirit started to uncontrollably emerge… You must keep on putting in effort, so there is a chance to break through the ‘light’ on me.”
Just like a game of make-believe, the battle that just happened is about to come to an end.
The real test is finally here!
Her effort was gradually increasing, and more and more white petals danced in the sky.
What is this ‘three percent’ effort?
It had become nothing more than a joke!
When she couldn’t control herself anymore, those promises had become meaningless.
Ailsa tried her best to control her body and soul.
The golden chain formed by the power of the Heart of Radiance was also starting to weaken.
Almost considered an impenetrable defense, the Distance of the Hearts was as fragile as a piece of paper in a flame.
In an instant, it was breached.
Everyone understood one thing.
Wanting to defend indefinitely was impossible… For now, the only plan was to quickly defeat the target before us!
“Let’s go!”
In Mu Ling’s eyes, there was only determination.
The black aura of death, surrounding the blade and arm, filled the air with fear, despair, and silence…
It was something that came from the Heart of Death!
It was the immense power derived from the concept of “death” itself!
She soared into the air, gathering all her strength from head to toe, and unleashed a wave of dark death from her blade!
This power was extremely terrifying, for even a mere touch could steal one’s life away.
But it only made the glowing red light on the girl’s body slightly fade.
Mu Ling wanted to keep attacking, but she realized that “white petals” had already trapped her, blocking every path ahead!
Meanwhile, Maryse discovered that her Blade of Annihilation had somehow ended up in the hands of Profligate.
She didn’t understand what was happening, but she knew she couldn’t stop attacking now.
However, Maryse knew very well that her inner powers would have no effect on the girl standing before her.
She could only release some stored magic stones, using “Deep Red – Divine Punishment” to strike at the highest speed.
These magic stones are special alchemical items that have mystical properties.
They have a powerful destructive effect and are quite expensive. However, for someone like Maryse who had enough wealth, acquiring them was an easy task.
Hmm, it had no effect.
There was simply no way to make any changes to the glowing red aura surrounding Ailsa’s body.
It wasn’t that “Deep Red – Divine Punishment” was too weak, but it couldn’t work in the current situation, and Maryse hadn’t mastered it to its fullest potential yet.
If there were dozens of awakened individuals standing opposite her, she would use the power of “Deep Red – Divine Punishment” to make the magic stones shuttle back and forth endlessly, creating a formation-like effect.
This would directly cause continuous damage and trouble to all enemies.
Maryse’s dilemma was that besides the “Blade of Annihilation,” she didn’t possess any other powerful abilities that could be effective against stronger opponents.
However, now this special weapon had been taken away by Bai Yan.
Mu Ling activated “Deep Blue World” and in an instant, a large number of “white petals” burst forth, launching numerous attacks.
Bai Yan once again activated “Deep Blue World,” but even though he and Mu Ling activated it “at the same time,” they couldn’t enter the same “moment” together.
Because they didn’t truly activate it “at the same time,” even if there was a specific moment in the world, humans cannot perceive it synchronously.
They only appeared to activate “Deep Blue World” at the same time.
Once again, the mighty Gungnir and the fearsome Blade of Annihilation!
Bai Yan, this time, faced a new consequence.
He lost one of his legs and was suddenly transported several meters away.
As he landed, a swarm of white petals struck his chest.
The intense heat engulfed his chest, making it disappear in an instant.
He hadn’t even realized the pain yet, but his body had already started to ignite.
Bai Yan, who had trained extensively, demonstrated his adaptive abilities at this moment.
In an instant, he transformed into the form of a slime, splitting his own body apart.
Bai Yan, with only a part of his main body remaining, survived.
As he landed on the ground, he began to regenerate at an incredibly fast pace, as if he were growing back from within.
He discovered that the attacks of the relic didn’t have the desired effect.
White “petals” had been strategically placed along the “path” that the two relics must traverse.
Although they couldn’t completely destroy the Civilization-level Relic, they significantly diminished the power of both relics.
The final blow was delivered by the Queen of the Scarlet Moon.
Everything that came before, was all done by others, paving the way and weakening the red glow around Ailsa.
This red glow isn’t even a specially defensive ability, it’s just a power that naturally comes with being an “Apocalypse” level strong individual…
These glows have a passive defensive effect, automatically helping the strong ones withstand all kinds of threats.
They are an extension and evolution of the “aura” possessed by Crown-level strong individuals.
The aura itself doesn’t have any tangible effects, but the glow has something fundamentally different about it.
Based on the personalities and experiences of different strong individuals, distinctly different “glows” are formed.
This power can become flawed due to negative factors such as the strong individual’s “weakness” and “despair”.
It is because of the extraordinary power of self-evolution through “revelation” and the passive strong power of the “glow” that the extraordinary beings of the Apocalypse level differ significantly from those below the Apocalypse.
When Ailsa’s awareness falters, Bai Yan’s attacks can easily penetrate the glow.
But now, she has ignited her fighting spirit, and this glow naturally burns fiercely, making it difficult to be destroyed.
“Mrs. Ailsa, you are really too strong… Even Mr. ‘World’ couldn’t match your power in his prime, right?”
Weak and exhausted, Alan forced a smile and managed to make a feeble attempt at attacking.
The Fire that Burns Everything could even consume the “white flower petals”, but its damage is continuous.
It is impossible to immediately destroy the red glow.
However, luckily their combat strength was not the most decisive factor in determining victory or defeat.
The person who truly dominates the battle has finally amassed enough power within herself!
The Scarlet Moon had already gathered all of her determination and resolve.
The blood throughout her body surged beneath her fair skin, along with a terrifying power that pulsed within her!
A disdainful smile gradually appeared on her face, as if she was looking down upon everyone around her!
“Accept the challenge from the powerful conqueror who is stronger than me, on behalf of the king!”
This was the Queen of the Scarlet Moon’s most powerful strike in her entire life!
A thirst for blood surged up within the Scarlet Moon, as if she was more greedy than ever before.
Her eyes were filled with desire, wanting to drink blood and taste that forbidden flavor.
Everything in her field of vision turned black, leaving only a few individuals with a vibrant crimson aura in her eyes.
A horrifying blood-colored flame had gathered in the palm of her hand!
This strike was unstoppable, with immense force!
She transformed into a blazing meteor, instantly breaking through countless “white petals”.
Even though her body was scorched by many “petals”, she paid no attention to it at all!
This would be a dazzling display of lifelessness!
Her body had started to burn, soon to be reduced to ashes and completely destroyed!
However, after Babel Tower members joined forces to attack, Ailsa’s “glow” had become extremely faint.
Moreover, she had already been injured by the Blade of Annihilation, and her physical body couldn’t hold on much longer.
The final and most powerful strike from the members of Babel Tower!
Should be sentenced to death!
Ailsa’s face suddenly showed an unfamiliar and wicked smile.
This smile was so strange and twisted, it made everyone feel like they were trapped in a freezing cold cave, their blood frozen solid.
“You guys are still too weak!”
She extended her hand with calmness, effortlessly blocking the Scarlet Moon’s self-sacrificial strike.
Indeed! From the very start, the “Demon of Justice,” who had never actively defended, now began to actively defend herself!
Flow of Heart – Vajra.
Unmoving Radiant King!
She was one of the pioneers of Flow of the Heart, and at the same time, she brought forth all the greatness of the technique.
This partial manifestation of “Unmoving Radiant King” possessed an indestructible defense, even surpassing Tao Wu!
“I lost.”
The Scarlet Moon quietly acknowledged this fact.
Her body was engulfed in flames. Even though she possessed the greatest physical strength among the residents of Babel Tower, she could not withstand the destructive power of these flames.
The Scarlet Moon’s existence would soon be completely erased.
However, just before her imminent demise, a surge of power unexpectedly coursed through her.
A miracle unfolded!
She could feel an incredible surge of power growing within her.
The Scarlet Moon had no idea where this strength came from.
Until she heard a voice in her mind.
[This is the power that belongs to you.]
That voice… It felt so familiar…
The Tactical Card known as Endless Angry, which was once most suitable for the “Rogue Red Moon,” was now being utilized by Bai Yan for the Scarlet Moon.
When the user experiences more pain, the power grows stronger!
A person on the edge of death would unleash their greatest power!
At this moment, the Scarlet Moon was nearly consumed by the radiant flames, her form resembling fragile white petals. Just moments from death, her rising strength reached a level never before seen.
However, it still wasn’t enough.
Yet, it wasn’t enough to break through true “invincibility.”
Ailsa was extraordinarily powerful!
At this instant, Ailsa was no longer exerting just three percent of her strength.
Her power continued to rise, and with her active defense, even the current Scarlet Moon could not break through the shield surrounding her.
Once again, the voice in her mind spoke.
[Queen of the Scarlet Moon, this is the potential that was always meant to be yours.]
Within the Scarlet Moon’s heart, a peaceful feeling emerged. In this moment, there was no despair—only calm.
The overwhelming thirst for blood slowly began to fade.
Beneath the dark shadow of her eyes, her gaze became distant and emotionless. Her breathtaking beauty captivated all who looked upon her. Dressed in a gown of black and red with delicate black diamond earrings, the languid Blood Demon King made her presence known to the world.
Potential… Fairy Tale Demon King!
From the Blood Demon King’s body erupted a power unlike any “Crown” had ever held. In embracing her potential, her foundation surged to the level of the “Apocalypse” in an instant!
Moreover, on the verge of death, she was capable of unleashing a power far greater than before!
The overwhelming surge of magic, incomprehensible to many, finally took form, becoming the ultimate last-ditch effort.
“Boom!”
No force in the heavens or earth could compare to this. The city trembled ever so slightly. The Demon Hunt Agency building instantly collapsed. The unimaginable power of magic obliterated the nearly invincible red radiance!
She succeeded!
However, despite incarnating as the Blood Demon King and amplifying her power with boundless rage, the overwhelming white flames could not be stopped.
With her triumph came the realization that the Scarlet Moon would no longer remain in this world.
The Scarlet Moon remained calm, as though floating in mid-air, her form gradually burning away within the white flames.
“I never knew that death could feel this way.”
The Scarlet Moon’s voice echoed through the air—there was no fear, no resistance. Only a quiet sense of relief and freedom.
Amidst the ruins, all eyes were fixed on the same spot within the swirling smoke and dust. No one dared to let their guard down.
Had it ended…?
“Not yet.”
Ailsa’s voice rang out once more.
Once again, the minds of all present screamed for escape!
The girl had not fully perished.
Her broken form remained in the world.
Though she had lost both legs and her right arm, she floated in mid-air, her body missing half of itself. From the shattered parts, an endless stream of black mud began to emerge.
The newly opened red glow was about to restore itself.
Even in this broken state, should she unleash her power, there was a high likelihood that… this city would be wiped from existence in an instant, leaving no trace.
“Ailsa.”
The girl paused, her expression showing a hint of surprise.
That voice… So familiar.
An important voice…
Who could it be…
She looked at the pure white youth before her, seeing the soft smile on his face.
The ring on his hand glowed with brilliance.
It was their symbol of love.
The Stars Raced Towards the Horizon.
In that instant, they drew closer and embraced warmly.
“Let’s finish, Ailsa.”
The power of the heart is the power of mutual understanding. When two hearts are closest, their strength is at its peak.
With all his might, Kessel held Ailsa’s fragile body.
“Love” was Ailsa’s one weakness.
The mind power, which normally would not affect someone so strong, had an unexpected effect at this moment.
Because he wasn’t the only one making the final decision.
“Um… Let’s call it a day, Kessel.”
At that moment, she regained her awareness, appearing untouched by the dark mud that surrounded her.
A gentle kiss.
“Be wary of the ‘Rainbows.’ Not all of them are the same. Any ‘Rainbow’ other than the ‘Heart of Radiance’ may not be trustworthy…”
“I ‘saw’… your next opponent could be the Pupil of Chaos’ Chosen for Eternity—the demon who once escaped from me…”
The girl smiled, looking at the boy in front of her, just as she always had.
“Good luck to all of you.”
Slowly, she faded away amidst the flowers.
Those white “petals” bloomed, their harmful power fading as they slowly vanished.
Kessel stood, surrounded by an endless shower of white flowers, silent and still.
A faint smile formed on his lips.
The pure white youth remembered so much.
Those were the cherished memories held deep within his heart.
“Hello, brave traveler, what is your name? And why have you come to my fortress?”
“I came hoping that you all would join me… As for my name, I don’t know what I was called before. I was once a nameless slave, but now I will be called Ailsa…”
“Why?”
“Because Ailsa is the name of a hero.”
“But I’ve never heard of a hero named Ailsa before.”
She smiled.
“Now you have heard of me… and from this moment on, people will remember my name.”
Alan quietly observed this scene, saying nothing. The other members of Babel Tower remained silent, including Bai Yan. Only Alan let out a soft sigh.
Mourning is something only close friends and family can truly experience. For strangers, it is enough to just be there, listening in silence.
Yet, regardless of the situation, he had to show great respect for such an extraordinary person.
Because of their efforts, many people today lived in peace and happiness. The unnoticed sacrifices, the inevitable tragedies—everything they did carried meaning.
Gazing at the beautiful and enchanting legend fading away, Bai Yan felt his heart flutter ever so slightly.
The girl had been like a star racing towards the horizon.
Her brilliance was overwhelming! No one could match its shine!
In the pages of history, she had left behind an extraordinarily magnificent chapter. And then, she departed from the world’s view in the most glorious manner!
But, the star did not disappear with her departure.
Because… her name would live on, forever remembered by the people!
