Fall of the Behemoth was followed up with cheers reverberating throughout Vermaris, overshadowing the previous despair with hope. It was just a small victory and just the beginning of a grand invasion.
Even if people volunteered to fight for their home and fight beside him, there was no denying the reality.
Moment the evacuation process began, moment people found out about the inevitable fate through whispers and the moment that huge Behemoth showed up, people's morale started going downhill, creating a hopeless reality.
That's why this small victory was important. Out of all the different methods occurred to his mind, Theon chose this method with high risk but zero casualties, indicating to the people that its not hopeless as it seems.
He wanted to prove all that followed him to this point that he can actually deliver them victory. And he wanted to prove it to himself too. Rather than riding on the coattails of Adrians past accomplishments, he wanted build something for himself starting from now.
Then, the ground started shaking once more, signaling the arrival legions of monsters across the realm. Theon and Rod started making their way towards the wall The moment they stepped on the top, Packs of giant Hounds started appearing from the crack who immediately started pouncing and scratching on the wall.
If the behemoth had crumbled down the walls, Hounds would have run wild in their insanity, causing chaos and countless lives. But now, the scenery is no different from a bunch of puppies trapped in a doghouse. Long range weapon users did not show any mercy, bathing the already muddy floor of sector 1 with mana bullets, arrows and blood.
Stop,
Theon gave an order to conserve their resources as hounds have already lost their spirit and most of their kin. Remaining hounds started running towards the crack, guided by instinct and fear.
According to their tactics, monsters emerging from this point on will be more intelligent. Its time to break the formations and move on to stage 2.
As per the previously given orders, long range weapon users took positions, preparing for the air born threats.
"I guess it's about time we move to stage 2" Kleines asked rubbing his shoulders. He looked a lot calmer now.
"Yup, monsters will come pouring through the crack. We just have to keep them contained until all four zones are filled with them. Take your men and direct the monsters through the streets while ambushing them and thinning their numbers. And then hold them in that zone. When all four are completely filled, I will light the bastards up"
He turned towards Elara, "How is the situation with mana veins?"
Elara sighed,
"Once the monsters are gathered, mana circles etched to the zones will gather the demonic energy from the monsters and direct it towards the underground vein. The circle is heavily reinforced with holy magic, so it won't disappear. How the hell did you design that ridiculous circle?"
Theon started scratching his cheek. "Well, I had some help "
Elara narrowed her eyes,
"Mm hmm? You know? Why don't you come to the magic tower with me? We have all sorts of equipment, and I would love to crack your head open and find out about all those weird things happening with you" She stated while grinning.
"Whoa whoa, aren't we moving a little bit fast? How about some coffee first? I know a great place with the most delicious apple pie in Ignisborn kingdom. Wanna go?"
Theon asks while bringing his face a little bit too close.
Hmmp, who wants to go anywhere with you? Elara pushed him back with a red face and flew towards her zone.
Theon gave a troubled smile and looked towards Kleines and Rod, both of whom had wide smiles reaching towards their ears.
"You know, when she used to tease you back in the day, you would usually ignore her. We thought two of you would make a good match, but you always had that edgy and anti-social personality. It's just refreshing to see that things have taken 180 degrees turn."
"All right, enough kidding around, you know what will happen from now on right? Things will turn hectic. This strategy will determine the final outcome." Theon spoke with a serious face for the first time.
"I provoked that bastard so that he would not recognize the strategy, but if he actually showed up I have to take them down whatever it takes. Theresa chance we might not walk away from this unscratched."
Theon took a deep breath and spoke sincerely," Good luck, and don't die, if things get hopeless, just leave, screw the strategy and get yourself to safety."
Kleines smiled and spoke, "we are all survivors Adrian, we will survive and get the job done, so do what you have to do."
Things were silent for a while until Rod clapped loudly to get their attention. "Now that we are done with the serious business, wanna be on most monster kills? he asked while grinning.
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Back at Demon realm,
World of the damn, land of eternal night, plane darkness and death. The demon realm is known by many names throughout literature.
Some say that the realm is surrounded by poisonous fog, making it inhabitable. Some say that the land is so barren that you can only see endless desert without any vegetation. Some say that the realm is filled with lava pits, making it no different than a mythical hell.
All those statements have factions of truth, but neither were right. It's true that demon realm is a land of eternal night. Sun does not shine on this world. It s said that sun god never forgave the fallen god or rather the demon god for his betrayal and vowed that sun will not shine upon any land that marked by his existence.
Both demons and monsters only ever experience the night sky sometimes filled with stars.
At the heart of the demon realm, near the palace of the demonic rulers, monsters and demons could be seen gathered, bearing witness for a historical moment.
A giant glass-like ball could be seen above the sky, portraying the scenery of the downfall of a human kingdom.
Inside the demon king palace, A young man sitting on a throne could be seen. He had black eyes and golden irises. White hair cascaded down his shoulders. Two demonic horns could be seen on either side of his head.
There were seven different people sitting beneath him. The seven great generals of the demon realm.
Each of them, equal to the other, each of them portrayed the epitome of nobleness, arrogance and reverence towards their newly born ruler,
Except for one of them who was reeling from anger. Reason for that was a blond-haired human who thwarted his plans ruined the tribute he planned for his ruler right Infront of the whole realm, dragging his name through the mud.
But there was actually another reason he was angry. It was the human's statement.
"Tell me, Zeroth, do you enjoy watching your pets get butchered while you sit in your little hell hole? Or are you waiting for your King to hold your hand before you show your ugly face?
Keep hiding, you bald headed disgrace, my sword will eventually reach you"
This statement was broadcast throughout the whole realm. And furthermore, due to some static interference, parts of the statement kept echoing for whole 2 minutes.
"Ugly face, Bold head"
"Ugly face, Bold head"
"Ugly face, Bold head"
For Zeroth who actually happens to be bold due to an incident that happened few yeas ago, his hair face were sensitive subjects. A deafening silence engulfed the realm. And then it was broken by the demon generals who were barely able to keep their composition and started laughing. Even "Azrael" who said to have never laughed in his life, was smiling slightly.
This only fueled Zeroth's rage, He got up from his seat and kneeled before the demon king,
"My liege, an impudent bug has dared to question our grand mission and stood on our path. Allow me to go to the human realm and bring his head for the crime of disrespecting your majesty."
He heard a faint chuckle.
"I don't care for an ant's perception of me Zeroth. There's no need for you to answer this clear provocation."
Although Zeroth was unsatisfied, he could only bow his head. He was also a little bit confused. Usually when they ask the king for something, he would not refuse nor give any reply. It was like little things like this never held any interest in him. But today he was a bit different.
"Ah your majesty, you are as graceful as ever. But are we really going to ignore that scum and let them insult us?"
Demon king gave a rare smile. "I never said that, his tricks and tactics are quite interesting. Maybe I should check him out myself"
This single sentence took everyone by surprise. Before anyone could respond, the demon king disappeared in a flash of light.
While travelling towards the crack, demon king's thoughts were not of the war any glorious mission, but something else entirely.
"So, Adrian. You're really gone. This world will be a boring blank canvas without you. Let's go have a look at what you left behind."