am-books Chapter 273
Chapter 273
Chapter 273
The Dragons left to chase after the demons. Left on his own, Mu-Gun set off directly towards the Centrion Mountain Range. This mountain range stood proudly at the heart of the Avalon Continent. While not as expansive as the four grand mountain ranges encircling the continent, it claimed the title of being the highest one within its borders.
The Centrion Mountain Range held an abundance of underground resources, earning its reputation as a resource haven. The Pamar Empire owed its current position to the wealth amassed from extracting valuable resources within these mountains. Consequently, the Pamar Empire exercised stringent control over the Centrion Mountain Range.
Yet, no one could have foreseen that the headquarters of the Demon Church resided within the Centrion Mountain Range, harboring the presence of the Demon God. The proverb, "It is darkest under the lighting," proved fitting for this unexpected twist of events.
Upon reaching the Centrion Mountain Range, Mu-Gun paid a visit to Ricael Hicarion, the Commander of the Centrion Mountain Corps responsible for overseeing the region.
Welcome. But why has Gods representative come to this shabby place?
Although Ricael held the noble status of a knight in the Pamar Empire, he extended utmost courtesy as he inquired about Mu-Gun's purpose for the visit. Amid the chaos caused by the descent of the Demon God and the summoning of legions to bring ruin upon the Avalon Continent, Mu-Gun, as the representative of God, stood as the savior destined to rescue the continent.
Indeed, with Mu-Gun's remarkable feats gaining widespread recognition, the entirety of the Avalon Continent held him in reverence as God's representative. Their collective hope rested on Mu-Gun's shoulders, for his triumph over the Demon God and the salvation of the Avalon Continent.
Mu-Gun's standing in the Avalon Continent surpassed even that of the Pamar Empire's Emperor. Given this elevated status, it was only natural for Ricael to treat Mu-Gun with the utmost politeness.
I have received information that the Demon Churchs headquarters is within the Centrion Mountain Range.
Are you speaking the truth? Ricael looked at Mu-Gun in disbelief.
It is reliable information. Speaking of which, is there perhaps a place you are suspicious of?
Well, as far as I remember, there isnt any place particularly suspicious. Still, I really cant believe it. The rangers of the Centrion Mountain Corps are heavily monitoring the area, so I cant believe that the Demon Churchs headquarters was built here.
Although the Centrion Mountain Corps rangers are outstanding, it would not have been easy to notice the group's movement worshipping the Demon God. In any case, seeing that the rangers did not catch on to their movements, the Demon Churchs headquarters is likely located in a hidden place that is not exposed to the outside world. Mu-Gun replied.
Rather than just a hidden place, I think it is likely located in an unthinkable place, like deep underground.
Certainly, if it was hidden deep underground, no matter how outstanding the rangers are, it would have been hard to find them, Mu-Gun said in agreement.
Thats probably the case unless they knew in advance.
Then, as you said, we would probably have to search deep underground. Mu-Gun opined.Updated from
Do you have a way to search deep underground? Ricael asked worryingly.
With the earth spirits, it would be possible to search even if it is underground.
Ah! The earth spirits! That would probably work. Then, is there anything else that our Centrion Mountain Corps can do to help?
I would like the Centrion Mountain Corps to check whether there are any entrances leading underground around the mountain range, Mu-Gun replied.
The surroundings instead of inside the mountain range? Ricael tilted his head, seemingly not understanding.
-I will try to send the spirits to check.
Please do.
Nordic summoned the highest-ranked spirits under his command to explore the subterranean passage. These towering earth spirits, resembling giants clumped with soil and rocks, ventured fearlessly into the underground tunnel.
The underground passageway presented a labyrinth of forks, obscuring the correct path, fortified with diverse magic arrays to deter intruders. Yet, the intricate maze posed no challenge for the earth spirits. Assigned to specific forks, the high-ranked earth spirits adeptly navigated and explored each route. Their innate power neutralized the magic arrays strategically placed along the underground passage.
The underground passage resembled a bewildering maze, stretching out in lengthy paths and branching into numerous directions. For ordinary humans, navigating such a labyrinth could lead to getting lost. However, the earth spirits remained undeterred by the confusing underground maze. They relied on the memory of the ground's flow, beyond the passage visible to the naked eye.
Despite the labyrinthine nature of the underground passage, the earth spirits maintained unwavering clarity regarding location and direction by relying on their memory of the ground's flow. Navigating through the tunnels, which alternated between branching into multiple paths and leading to dead-ends, the earth spirits successfully pinpointed the center of the underground passage.
Without hesitation, the earth spirits proceeded directly along the central route. However, during the process of dismantling the magic array through manipulation of the land, the highest-ranked spirits abruptly halted. Their pause was prompted by the detection of immense demonic energy emanating from within the underground passage, surpassing the level of energy within the earth spirits' capacity to handle.
Certain that the colossal demonic energy belonged to the Demon God, the highest-ranked earth spirits swiftly relayed the critical information to Earth Spirit King Nordic. Without hesitation, they turned and tried to retreat from the underground passage.
Where are you going? At that moment, a wave of demonic energy surrounded the underground passage along with a creepy voice.
The highest-ranked earth spirits tried to escape using the earths energy, but for some reason, it did not work. They panicked and looked back.
A human, leaking an immense amount of demonic energy, shrugged and said, Its no big deal. Its just that I have taken control over the space with my demonic divinity.
The highest-ranked earth spirits surged toward the figure. Yet, before they could reach the individual, colossal Dark Demonic Hands materialized from all corners of the space, ensnaring them. Despite the earth spirits' attempts to break free from the grasp of the hands, the Dark Demonic Hands, comprised of dark flames, proved relentless and unyielding.
Dark flames exuded by the Dark Demonic Hands enveloped the Earth Spirits, igniting intensely. Slowly, the earth spirits started to dissolve within the embrace of the dark flames. In moments, they vanished without a trace, leaving behind no remnants.
Baal's countenance, despite extinguishing all the earth spirits, did not radiate a sense of triumph. His strength had not completely returned. While he effortlessly vanquished the earth spirits, he still lacked the power necessary to confront God's representative and the Dragons. The demons summoned through the Hellgates persisted in generating vengeful spirits for Baal to absorb, but their pace fell short of the speed required.
The recovery process indicated that it would take a minimum of three days for Baal to regain his full strength. The pressing issue arose from the fact that the earth spirits had already exposed his location. While uncertain, the likelihood was that God's representative and the Dragons were likely hastening towards Baal at this very moment.
Hmm, since things have turned out like this, itll be better for me to move myself and absorb some vengeful spirits.
With Baal's location already unveiled, remaining within the Centrion Mountain Range was unnecessary. Baal deemed it more advantageous to relocate and initiate attacks, generating vengeful spirits for absorption before the imminent arrival of God's representative or the Dragons. The chosen target for this offensive move was the nearby Pamar Empire's Imperial City.
The Pamar Empire's Imperial City boasted the Avalon Continent's largest population. Moreover, numerous individuals from neighboring territories sought refuge within its walls amid the demonic invasion, believing the city to provide a stronger defense against the onslaught.
Consequently, the Imperial City found itself teeming with a population far surpassing its usual numbersan ideal situation for Baal. The greater the populace, the more vengeful spirits that could be harvested, hastening the process of regaining his strength. By targeting the Imperial City now, Baal anticipated a swift accumulation of countless vengeful spirits. To achieve a similar result, attacking numerous other territories would have been necessary. This strategic move would enable Baal to reclaim his full strength in a single, potent assault.
While acknowledging the likelihood of God's representative or the Dragons arriving beforehand, Baal remained confident in achieving a satisfactory level of strength recovery. With the decision made, Baal immediately exited the Demon Church's headquarters.
Upon Baal's emergence from the underground, the wind spirits tasked with monitoring the Centrion Mountain Range detected his movements. However, the Great Demon God Baal, anticipating the presence of these spirits, extended dozens of Dark Demonic Hands.
Ensnared within the grip of the Dark Demonic Hands, the wind spirits vanished amidst dark flames. Having effortlessly evaded the spirits' surveillance, Baal unfurled his dark fiery wings, soaring towards the Pamar Empire's Imperial City.