Mystery of Otherworldly Waves: Blood Moon [Volume 1] [END]

Chapter 22: The End of the World?

...Chapter 22: The End of the World?...

...[.The End of the World?]...

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With a sly grin, Kaminou retrieved the gemstone from his pocket, DemDark Artifact with incredible strength.

..."DemDark Artifact, activated!!"...

In an instant, Satoruu's body jolted, his control lost. The ominous aura of darkness emitted by the artifact ensnared him, rendering him motionless and lacking autonomy.

Satoruu's form shifted back to a silhouette reminiscent of the early mastery of Demonical Darkness' magic. The Demonic Dragon standing by his side simply vanished. His eyes blazed with a deep red hue, no longer showing his heterochromatic uniqueness.

The artifact has the monstrous ability to manipulate Demonical Darkness magic, effectively enslaving Satoruu's existence.

"Is this really the end of all hope?" Claire's voice trembled with despair, her words filled with despair.

The world falls into a deeper abyss as darkness envelops everything, an ominous manifestation of Kaminou's dangerous ambitions. It becomes clear that his passion for power far surpasses the souls of Satoruu and Yuka.

"Ha! Didn't you see it? We will stop at nothing to achieve our goal!" Daevin proclaimed, a sense of pride swelled within him as he watched Kaminou act.

However, in a shocking turn of events, Kaminou viciously exploits his control over Satoruu's body, thrusting his sword directly into the Daevin. The betrayal sent shockwaves to everyone who saw it.

"Ke–Why …?" Daevin's voice trembled with heartache, his question hanging heavily in the air.

Kaminou's voice was filled with malice as she coldly replied, "I no longer need you. My goal goes far beyond the awakening of my parents—I want more power!"

With those incriminating words, Daevin's life was annihilated by Kaminou's betrayal. As Daevin took his last breath, the artifact seemed to absorb the remnants of his magic, amplifying his own evil power.

Without the slightest bit of regret, Kaminou heartlessly threw away Daevin's lifeless body, no longer needing his presence.

"Satoru! Why are you doing this?!" Yuka's voice trembled with grief, her desperate plea resounding in the air.

Unable to understand the fact that Satoruu is under the control of the artifact, he wants an answer. "Please, give me a sign if you're still inside!"

Meanwhile, Satoruu remains motionless, his body is merely a puppet manipulated by the evil grip of Kaminou. His expression blank, without recognition, his gaze unfocused as if lost in the void.

Like an evil man, Kaminou moves Satoruu, preparing to launch an attack on his unsuspecting comrades.

However, in a stunning display of agility, Saishira quickly intercepts Satoruu's attack, preventing him from injuring their group.

"You've all come this far, haven't you? Sorry, I'm late." Saishira skillfully turned his sword as he took a defensive position. "I can't believe you're holding that weird gemstone, Kaminou."

With a dark magic aura that seemed different from usual, Saishira enveloped herself in a mysterious shadow robe. His face was covered in a hood, he revealed his true identity as the "Knight of Darkness".

"Wait, so you're the mysterious traitor who betrayed us?! You're a fucking …!" Kaminou's astonishment was very obvious, unaware of the fact that the mysterious figure behind the black robe was none other than Saishira.

..."Give me your power, Netivy Darkness."...

In response, the shadow wings that resembled the wings of a phoenix materialized, emitting a pitch-black and crimson aura.

Sensing the challenge, Kaminou takes control of Satoruu's body, forcing him to unleash a wave of similar power. From the form of Satoruu, dragon wings appeared, different from Saishira's wings, emitting a deep red color.

Thus, a battle between Satoruu and Saishira, called the "SvS" (Satoruu versus Saishira), has taken place. Their clash takes place amid the darkness of the enveloping world, despite the fact that it is still early morning.

"Everyone, we can't lose! Let's face those monsters once again!" Ryan's commanding voice gathered the others, sparking their resolve.

While Saishira wrestles with Kaminou and Satoruu, the remaining members of their group unleash their collective power on the vile creatures inflicted by the wave. Together, they fight valiantly, fighting to rid the world of this menace.

As they fought against the relentless monster attacks, an imposing wave boss figure finally appeared a colossal—goblin, wielding an axe that could destroy the ground with a single blow.

Dividing their efforts, Viona undertakes a daunting task of luring giant goblins with her Earth Golem. The massive construction engages the boss, distracting him and forcing him into a grueling confrontation. Meanwhile, others strategize, looking for loopholes to exploit and weaken formidable foes.

Amidst this chaos, the duel of Satoruu and Saishira raged, their swords clashing with resounding power. Each strike landed with precision, a testament to their unwavering strength and determination. No fighter showed any signs of lethargy.

Satoruu uses the Piercer Spikes Void skill, unleashing an elaborate skill maneuver aimed at entangling and stabbing Saishira inside a spinning ball. However, Saishira cleverly reversed the attack, obliterating the ball with a barrage of Dark Spikes.

Their battle remained a fierce clash between darkness and darkness. Yuka desperately wants to save Satoruu from her suffering, but she finds herself paralyzed by the weight of indecision, unsure of how to intervene in their dark duel.

"You want a confession from Satoruu, don't you?" Claire interrupts, breaking through Yuka's numb mind.

Pushing her, Claire urged, "Then give everything. If you truly love her, find a way to make her feel supported. Staying silent will not solve anything."

Mither, after completing her own task, adds to Yuka's growing determination. "Pray without effort is futile, so is effort without prayer. Therefore, give everything. Satoruu needs you."

Yuka's mind wanders back in time, as Satoruu valiantly fights against the giant minotaur, a creature Saishira raises as a test. He had been watching her closely, feeling powerless to help her.

Gazing at the hilt of his sword, Yuka gripped him tightly. "You're right. I have become a burden, unable to contribute anything. But I have to overcome that. I must be someone who can help Satoruu!"

A newfound determination developed within Yuka, the inner light within her shining brightly.

Mither's voice echoed with authority as she issued her direction, "The only power that can defeat darkness is light. Therefore, you must face Satoruu in battle."

Yuka nodded in agreement, her resolution unyielding. He is ready to fight, driven by his new determination.

..."Give me your power, Angelical Light."...

Yuka's voice resounded with determination as her magic surged. A brilliant white wing, similar to the angel wings, stretched out from his back, manifesting his role as a heavenly power that stood against the encroaching darkness.

The trio now stood locked in a fierce confrontation, their movements transcending the limits of mortal beings. Their clash resounded with the unrelenting clash of swords, steel symphonies echoed throughout the battlefield.

Suddenly, rain fell upon them, drenching their bodies as they continued their intense struggle. The arena was flooded by the cleansing torrential rain, the water mixed with their sweat and determination.

Satoruu released the Dark Beam, pushing a powerful laser-like energy into the ground. Fortunately, Yuka and Saishira manage to dodge the destructive onslaught.

But even more amazing moments happened. Kaminou ordered Satoruu to summon the Demonic Dragon. Appearing in the form of a shadow, the Demonic Dragon aligned itself with Satoruu, who remained under Kaminou's control.

In a cruel fate, Saishira finds herself unable to defend her temporary wings, forcing her to engage in battle without their help.

"If that's the case, I entrust Satoruu to you. I will block the Demonic Dragon," Saishira ordered to Yuka, her voice full of determination. "My own strength is not enough to bring up Oscuro Phoenix, a creature similar to the Demonic Dragon."

Thus, Saishira distracts Demonic Dragon, forcing him to engage in battle with him first. As the two took their positions, Saishira closed her eyes in concentration.

"Relying on strength and intelligence, right, Satoruu?" inward Saishira, reminiscing about Satoruu's words.

The moment Saishira opened her eyes, a subtle change became apparent—the difference seen in her gaze. His pupils turned into vertical slits, an indication of the new strength he had.

With unparalleled speed, Saishira gracefully dodged every attack unleashed by the Demonic Dragon, her movements precise and unyielding.

The heightened state of consciousness allowed him to anticipate every move of the dragon, as if driven by an innate survival instinct.

"If I cut off his wings, I should be able to land them." Saishira devised a careful plan, pondering each movement carefully and strategizing.

Saishira urged forward, steadily advancing towards the soaring Demonic Dragon. However, as he approached his wings, the dragon retaliated, launching an attack that prevented Saishira from reaching his target.

Undaunted, Saishira quickly adapts, turning her dark sword into a spear with calculated precision. With a decisive throw, the spear found its target, piercing the Demonic Dragon's left wing and causing it to spin downward.

"The Dark Melee Weapon does serve for close combat, but it does not limit its potential as a long-range weapon" Saishira explained, explaining that his explanation was laced with a strong belief in his calculations.

Meanwhile, Yuka fought Satoruu in an intense fight, exerting herself to the maximum. He believed that his own light magic could match Satoruu's dark magic.

However, at the critical moment when the opportunity to strike appeared, Yuka found herself unable to land a blow against Satoruu. His heart ached as he desperately wanted to attack her, but his doubts proved fatal. Out of guard, he falls victim to Satoruu's attack, falling forcibly to the ground.

As confusion and sadness overwhelm Yuka, a realization pops into her mind.

"Why .... why can't I …?" Yuka's voice trembled as she pondered the source of her hesitation.

And then it came to a realization.

"Is it because I can't force myself to hurt her …?" Yuka questioned herself, her words contained a heavy truth.

Indeed, Yuka had no heart to hurt Satoruu. Devoured by grief, he remains unable to watch as Satoruu is controlled by Kaminou, torn between his love and the terrible circumstances they face.

At that moment, Claire quickly intervened, intercepting Satoruu's attack ready to attack Yuka.

"What are you doing, Yuka?" Claire's disbelief was evident as she looked for an explanation.

Yuka, overwhelmed by grief, could only reply with a broken voice, "A–I can't …."

Tears welled up in Yuka's eyes as her trembling hand found its place above her heart, the weight of her emotions weighing on her.

"Come, Yuka! Hold on for a second! I'm absolutely sure we can save Satoruu!" Claire unites, trying to ignite a glimmer of hope in Yuka once again.

Saishira appears victorious, having defeated the Demonic Dragon.

"It seems like he would indeed weaken if Satoruu was his enemy. After all, she's his girlfriend." Saishira admits, understanding the depth of Yuka's emotions.

"Claire! Let's end this!" saishira orders, giving Yuka time to reflect.

Now, the stage had been set up for the pinnacle of their epic clash. Satoruu and Saishira release their Dark Beam, the forces of darkness colliding with the thunderous impact.

However, this confrontation served as a mere distraction. Unbeknownst to Kaminou, Claire has positioned herself behind him, preparing to deliver a decisive attack.

However, unexpected events happen. Satoruu suddenly stopped his Dark Beam and quickly maneuvered behind Claire.

"Wait, Claire!" Saishira stops her Dark Beam, stunned by Satoruu's sudden teleportation.

...TSS!!!...

Blood spilled from Kaminou's body as the sword pierced through his heart. Like a boomerang, Satoruu who was under Kaminou's control stabbed him with deadly precision. At that moment, Kaminou's death was completely real.

"Well?!" Saishira's astonishment is evident when she witnesses Kaminou getting stabbed.

Joining Saishira, Claire lands gracefully, her lightning magic allowing her to move as fast as lightning. He took a moment to catch his breath.

"It takes a very good time. But luckily, I managed to do it successfully," Claire said, a sense of satisfaction emanated from her.

It is revealed that Claire possesses lightning magic, giving her the ability to teleport quickly like a lightning strike. This explains how he intervened, ensuring that Satoruu himself gave Kaminou a fatal stab.

"Wait, it's that simple?!" Saishira still struggles to believe the turn of events.

"But yeah, my lightning magic can't be used as well as other magic. I'm training less and perfecting it, so my mastery is diminished" Claire continued, highlighting the limitations of her magic.

The weather changed, the rain changed with the return of sunlight. The morning light bathed them once more.

Saishira now holds the DemDark Artifact, once held by Kaminou, keeping it from falling into the wrong hands.

"It's over …?" Yuka's voice weakened, her magic fading slowly.

Satoruu, Yuka, and even Saishira succumbed to exhaustion, their bodies succumbing to the tension using such powerful darkness and light magic.

...~Connect~...