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

Chapter 7: Demonical Darkness

...Chapter 7: The Demonical Darkness...

...[.Demonical Darkness]...

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Surprisingly, Kaminou appeared on the battlefield, sending the knights off guard. Their initial assumption that he was not present collapsed due to the burden of his presence. His sight sent waves of fear through the souls of the fighting knights, drawing their attention amidst the chaos of the onslaught he summoned.

Kaminou's crazy smile was as if casting a spell on the knights, momentarily draining their strength from fear. But a select few, unaffected by his unsettling grin, go ahead with a valiant fight against him, while their fellow knights grapple with a relentless horde of monsters. Yuka, Shelina, Ryan, and Rayvin help the knights who are overwhelmed with monsters.

Using her darkness magic, Saishira unleashes her extraordinary skill, Dark Spikes, conjuring sharp thorns that slide towards the target, Kaminou. However, to Saishira's dismay, Kaminou remained unharmed.

In her demon form, Claire, who is used to mana movements and the intricacies of magic, realizes Kaminou's magic and its unsettling source. It is then revealed that Kaminou is using the Invisible Shield skill, a formidable defense invisible to the naked eye. This skill surpassed ordinary magic abilities, which was an evolution of darkness itself.

Although Claire understands her existence, Kaminou's true mysterious magic remains hidden as if shrouded in the deepest darkness.

Undeterred by obstacles, Satoruu, famous for his unyielding spirit, devised a tactical plan. Those who were clever enough to understand his intentions quickly joined forces in an attempt to distract Kaminou.

Taking advantage of the moment when Kaminou's guard wavers, Satoruu seizes a golden opportunity. With his sword that was as sharp as razor and formidable, he pierced towards Kaminou, directing his sharp sword tip towards the impenetrable Invisible Shield.

The power behind Satoruu's attack was great, even without magic, he destroyed his shield. The sharp tip of the blade has the potential to pierce through glass or destroy magic barriers. Satoruu's ingenuity in utilizing his skills, despite his lack of magic, underlines his intelligence and adaptability.

Utilizing the right moment, they did not waste time, releasing their best skills. Viona, the earth magic master, using the Soil Spheres skill, caused three concentric circles of earth to emerge from the ground, hurtling towards Kaminou.

Simultaneously, Claire, channeling her lightning magic skill, unleashed Zap Strikes, sending out a flash of electricity from the earth, pointing right at Kaminou's feet.

Saishira, utilizing the Dark Void skill, pushed a colossal sphere that resembled a black hole, intending to trigger an explosive explosion, swallowing Kaminou in a veil of fog, blocking his vision.

Unfortunately, despite their combined attacks, it proved to be insufficient. Kaminou managed to get up, though with minor injuries, her defense was tense under their relentless barrage of attacks.

Utilizing his magic similar to darkness itself, Kaminou brandishes his staff, conjuring an evil skill known as Dracon Laser. A purplish black laser radiated from the stick, sharpening their position.

Reacting quickly, Saishira intercepts the lasers, setting up a darkness shield to protect them from its destructive path. Lasers endlessly struck the shield, finally breaking through its defenses after a protracted struggle, causing them to fall to the ground, get injured and lose their way.

Undeterred by their injuries, Satoruu gallantly stepped forward, taking on the role of their protector, determined to prevent further attacks. A battle of unparalleled intensity ensued, a dance between the sword and the magic wand, their movements infused with agility and precision.

Utilizing the sword skill given by his uncle, Satoruu's dexterity with the sword forced Kaminou into a continuous deflecting cycle, leaving no chance to counterattack.

However, the clash was suddenly interrupted as a fire bow was fired in the air, separating the fightersthe fire arrows released by Shelina. Utilizing the moment, Yuka, after finishing her aid to the knights, summoned her light magic skill, Stun Flash, to momentarily blind Kaminou.

With the scales now tilted, Kaminou chose to retreat, bringing up the thick fog that enveloped her escape, leaving behind a veil of impenetrable fog.

In a forest, Kaminou managed to escape and landed there after disappearing from the thick fog on the battlefield.

However, he had not had time to rest, Saishira followed him from behind and attacked him. The sword of darkness and the wand of darkness clashed, resulting in shock and astonishment to Kaminou.

"The dark magic user can see other users who use dark magic, you should know the basis of this magic" Saishira said, his tone cold.

Just like what Saishira said, dark magic users can indeed see other dark magic users. This is because there is a special skill called Dark Vision, which can see people using dark magic. A lucky Kaminou has not been too far from the battlefield, making Saishira aware of her whereabouts.

"Enough!" Kaminou's voice echoed with anger and frustration.

"It's none of your business!" his shout, his tone contained insubordination.

Shocked and annoyed, Kaminou confronts Saishira, her voice laden with a mixture of distrust and resentment.

"Didn't you want your parents back?!" kaminou asked, a hint of disbelief coloring her words.

"For what?" Saishira interrupted in a cruel tone, cutting off Kaminou's words. "Death has been determined. After all, it was impossible to resurrect them using magic that was unknown to the evidence."

Saishira's grip stiffened on her sword, a vivid manifestation of her annoyance. However, behind his vexation, the deep sadness mixed with the anger that had arisen within him, forming his cold and merciless attitude.

Without giving in, Saishira urged, "I'd rather let them go than have to desperately resurrect them, that's still no clear evidence."

His words carried a poignant mixture of confidence and sorrow, revealing the depth of his inner turmoil.

Saishira's attack continued, his sword cutting through the air with relentless determination.

"After all," he said, his voice contained pent-up pain, "I come from a different world. While my territory might not have magic like this world, I can guess the death of my parents is far more horrible and cruel than your parents."

Amidst their fierce battle, their exchange of words continued, a testament to their ability to maintain focus even in the midst of the fierce battle. Each attack and maneuver showcased their sharpened dexterity and skills, as if they were engaged in a delicate sword dance.

"The darkness that lurks in both worlds is similar to iceberg." Saishira explained, his sword was expertly parried by Kaminou's wand. "Surface, it may seem ordinary, but the deeper we dig, the deeper the layers become deeper and more complicated, beyond what is on the surface."

Their clashes continued, each movement executed with precision and grace, but their words weaved a complicated understanding amidst the raging of their battle.

"I'm fed up," Kaminou murmured, her voice tinged with resignation, as she thought of trying to escape again.

In accordance with his intentions, Kaminou disappeared once again, disappearing into the thick veil of fog that enveloped her.

Saishira, relying on Dark Vision once again, goes to great lengths to track down Kaminou's elusive existence. However, to his dismay, Kaminou dodged his pursuit, this time managing to slip away.

"The magic .. it has an essence that exceeds ordinary dark magic. Maybe I should never underestimate her again." Saishira muses, realizing that the magic used by Kaminou transcends the limits of conventional dark magic.

With this newfound understanding, he decided to approach their next meeting more carefully, acknowledging Kaminou's strength.

As the conversation flows casually, Satoruu finds himself at Claire and Saishira's house, engaging in casual conversation with Yuka and Saishira.

However, he notices that Claire is not present prominently, her absence leaving a void in a familiar environment.

"Hei Saishira, what do you think of homosexual relations?" ask Satoruu all of a sudden.

"That's very disgusting" said Saishira, bluntly without hesitation. "I mean, why would someone, like a man, date themselves considering that their partner is also a man?"

"Let me be labeled as homophobic, while they'll be considered normalphobic." Saishira is seen noting something in her book.

Yuka chuckled and said, "That's a good idea. While they have a strange relationship and they label us as homophobic, we can label them as normalphobic."

In the middle of small talk, Satoruu excused himself, claiming to need to use the bathroom located near the kitchen. Stepping into a small tiled room, he leaned over the sink, splashing water on his face, trying to freshen up.

But in a twist of fate, the mirror before him became a harbinger of unexpected restlessness. As Satoruu stared at his shadow, a terrifying transformation occurred.

For a moment, his own face was replaced by a sinister silhouette, reflecting his resemblance. The silhouette emitted a terrifying light, its sharp red and blue eyes locked onto Satoruu's eyes.

The wide and evil grin engraved on his face made Satoruu's backbone tremble, an unsettling presence lurking within the confines of the mirror.

Surprised by the unexpected sighting, Satoruu instinctively retreated, his back hitting the surface of the cold bathroom wall.

In an attempt to regain his composure and dismiss the frightening encounter as a trick of the mind, he mustered up the courage to face the mirror once again.

To his relief, that sinister silhouette had disappeared without a trace. However, as Satoruu looked into his own eyes, a bewildering revelation appeared. The light blue iris of her uniform had undergone a shocking transformation.

His left eye now has a striking crimson red color, while his right eye retains a more familiar medium blue color.

This strange change left him perplexed, leaving an indelible question mark hanging in his mind.

In the atmosphere of the now-silent living room, Yuka and Saishira stayed behind, their contrasting nature making the atmosphere uncomfortable.

Yuka, radiating warmth through her light magic and friendly disposition, finds herself in stark contrast to Saishira's cold demeanor and her dark magic.

They secretly yearn for Satoruu's return, recognizing his unique ability to ease the discomfort that envelops the room.

In a timid voice, Yuka gathered up the courage to start a conversation. "Anu, Saishira, what do you think of Satoruu?"

Saishira, her voice carrying her cold nature, responds to Yuka's question. "I think he's someone who deserves respect for his persistence in acting. He does not give up easily. Someone who does not give up easily will certainly get the expected results and appreciation from others."

Saishira's concise yet intelligent observation reveals admiration for Satoruu's tireless determination. While his words were less warm, it reflected the appreciation for Satoruu's steadfastness and the potential rewards he could generate.

"Indeed, I feel the same way," Yuka replied, finding solace in perspective with Saishira, which helped ease her anxiety.

With Satoruu's timely return and cheerful questioning, a feeling of relief enveloped the room. The mere presence of Satoruu breathes life into a once-silent space, infusing it with bright colors.

Approaching Satoruu, Yuka was captivated by the sudden change in her eyes. He was shocked by the enchanting transformation he had noticed earlier.

Satoruu, offering a gentle smile, acknowledged Yuka's intelligent observation.

...New visual illustration of Dreyl Satoruu with heterochromic eyes created from Picrew. Credit to the owner....

"You're observant as well, huh?" he said, appreciate the attention.

However, despite his warm demeanor, Satoruu himself remained puzzled by the mysterious changes to his eyes. The cause behind this contradictory color change eludes him, leaving him grappling with an intriguing mystery.

Yuka, who was about to touch Satoruu's eyes, was suddenly interrupted by a thunderous sound from the door that opened forcefully. His hands instinctively retreated, hidden behind his body, as he turned his attention to the source of the commotion. None other than Viona, accompanied by Shelina, who returns after their fun adventure.

Saishira, exhausted engraved on her face, put a hand on her forehead, expressing her disappointment. "I told you before, knock on the door before entering. And you opened it up so hard, it could've caused damage, you know this house is old enough, right?"

Apologizing, Viona replied with her deep and tomboyish voice, hinting at the importance of her unexpected arrival. "Sorry about that. I have something important to share, something you may not know."

Viona's sudden interruption and cryptic speech tickled everyone's curiosity, spreading a veil of intrigue throughout the room. Their attention now shifts from the mysterious transformation in Satoruu's eyes to the notice Viona has, making them want to uncover the secret that has brought her to their doorstep.

Following Viona's revelation, the group's attention quickly turned to an abandoned cave located in the western region of the kingdom. The cave, once used for mining purposes, has attracted Viona's interest due to its potential to hold not only crystals but also potential treasures or artifacts.

Gathering around the royal map, Viona shows the location of the cave, marked by a striking red cross. "It's a bit of a journey because we're in the heart of the kingdom, but I'm sure it's worth the effort."

Considering the history of the abandoned cave, Saishira interrupts with pragmatic advice. "It's not far from the kingdom, but it's neglected. We get our weapons ready, there might be monsters in there."

Approving Saishira's proposal, the group diligently prepared their weapons, ensuring they were well equipped for any possible encounters. With careful anticipation, they began their expedition towards the cave.

As the group went deeper into the cave, their exploration bore fruit as they discovered a collection of precious, shimmering crystals illuminating the dimly lit passageway.

However, amidst their progress, Satoruu's attention was fixated on the strange structure of the cave walls. Sensing his doubt, the others stopped and turned their eyes towards him, waiting for an explanation.

Saishira broke the silence, her voice tinged with curiosity. "Is something wrong, Satoruu?"

Satoruu stepped forward, pulled towards a certain part of the cave wall. His eyes were focused attentively on the surface in front of him.

With a gentle touch, Satoruu traced the uneven walls of the cave, noting the subtle curves, slight differences between the two sides. His mind raced, pondering over the possibility of this disorder hiding a hidden path.

Keeping touching the wall, Satoruu shares his invention with the group. "There is a noticeable difference in depth between these two sections of the wall. It's like there's a hidden corner."

His words hung in the air, and a sense of anticipation filled their surroundings. The group collectively acknowledged the potential significance of these findings.

Satoruu, determined to uncover the secrets within the cave, retreats further from the wall.

"Try looking for a button or something. There may indeed be a secret passage hidden within these walls," he suggested, sparking curiosity that propelled them forward.

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Within the confines of the dungeon, Claire's contemplative thoughts echoed, emphasizing the vastness of the mysteries of the world.

"There are many mysteries in this world, even I who are a demon race and have lived for 42 years also still do not know all the answers to the mysteries of this world," said Claire, inwardly, looking for something in that room.

As a member of the demon race with more than four decades of existence, he admits that there are still many unanswered puzzles, teasing his curiosity.

Crossing the room, his eyes scanned the surroundings, looking for something important. Between the spacious rooms, his attention was fixed on a solitary podium placed in the middle, decorated with a book, seemingly waiting to reveal his secret.

Approaching the podium, his anticipation increased. However, before he could investigate the contents of the book, a tremor suddenly shook the ground under his feet. The room trembled, indicating that a hidden mechanism had been activated.

Fearing for her safety, Claire quickly retreats, seeking refuge in a hidden room, ensuring her presence remains hidden from reconnaissance.

"I'd guess. We also have to pay attention to the details of this cave," said Satoruu, coming from the direction of the origin of the vibration of the land.

With the rise of Satoruu and the rest of the group, it became clear that they had played a significant role in triggering the secret passageway inside the cave.

Realizing their familiar faces, Claire steps forward from her hidden refuge, revealing herself to the group. A mixture of shock and curiosity crossed their expressions, prompting Saishira to voice her questions, seeking an explanation for her presence.

Claire replied nonchalantly, her attitude calm as she casually acknowledged their presence. Then, with a flash of curiosity in his eyes, he replied to their question, inquiring about their own purpose of venturing into the depths of the cave.

"What book is that?" satoruu asked, aware of the book on the podium.

Curiosity piqued, Satoruu directed his attention to the book that caught his attention on the podium. Realizing the importance of the contents, he offers it to Claire, allowing her to investigate his secret ever since she discovered it first.

As Claire begins to peruse the book, the group gathers, eager to uncover the knowledge contained within its pages.

To their surprise, they discover that the book details the legend of the Demonic Dragon, an extraordinary being that possesses incredible power and significance.

The pages revealed that Demonic Dragons belonged to the dragon type of demon race, a different category in the dragon hierarchy in this world other than the monster-type dragons. More interestingly, it is revealed that Satoruu himself had killed this legendary dragon during the summit of their fight with the Death Wave.

The revelation of the Demonic Dragon's unique magic, known as the Demonic, adds another layer of intrigue to the already formidable creature. Satoruu absorbs this information, understanding that this magic is exclusive to Demonic Dragons and cannot be used by any other creature.

However, the book also uncovers a dangerous blend of Demonic magic and dark magic, giving birth to a terrifying magic known as Demonical Darkness.

Unlike ordinary magic that harnesses Mana energy, this forbidden art derives its power from a mysterious source called Afterlife energy, adding a frightening and ominous dimension to its abilities.

"You already know about me, huh, Satoruu?" An extremely heavy voice rang out in Satoruu's ears, as if it was in his mind.

As Satoruu absorbed this knowledge, a deep and resounding voice penetrated his mind, confirming his realization that the Demonic Dragon, referred to as the DemDra, was indeed aware of his discovery.

Following that voice, Satoruu finds himself guided by DemDra into a mysterious dark room that seems to stretch endlessly, representing the unfathomable depths of the human soul.

In the darkness, DemDra appeared, revealing the distinctive face of the dragon that glowed red in his eyes. His heart emitted a hint of light, proof that his existence still existed and did not vanish despite Satoruu killing him. In astonishment, Satoruu asked for the light emitted from the heart of DemDra.

"The light came from my magic, placed in my heart as a sign that my soul was still there" DemDra said with a very heavy voice.

The light emanating from DemDra's heart serves as a symbolic representation of his magic, proof of the dragon's presence that persisted long after his death at the hands of Satoruu. The depth and resonance of DemDra's voice confirms its true nature as a majestic creature of myth and legend.

Satoruu was shocked by DemDra's statement. Just as expected, DemDra did not die, but his soul moved to Satoruu's body when Satoruu killed him.

As Satoruu processes the revelation that DemDra's soul resides within him, his astonishment mixes with his newfound understanding.

While Satoruu felt a mixture of shock and curiosity, he remained calm, unafraid of the dragon's presence. With each step he took back, an aura of darkness enveloped his feet, an indisputable manifestation of the potent magic that was now flowing through his veins.

The fusion of the Demonic Dragon's soul and Satoruu's existence creates a unique relationship, interweaving their destinies in a way that neither can fully understand.

"Satoruu ..., Satoruu!" saishira's shout woke Satoruu from his mind and regained consciousness.

"It seems, this is not a good time to daydream" Saishira continued, hinting at something that might have a worse impact.

Realizing that now was not the time to reflect, Satoruu refocused his attention on the current situation.

Saishira's words carry a hidden message, suggesting that they face a threatening threat with potentially dire consequences.

The sudden roar of the monstrous creature shattered the silence in the basement, leaving everyone goosebumps.

"Cave Dragon" Claire said, closing the book.

Cave Dragon, a formidable monster-type dragon tasked with guarding the depths of the cave, reveals itself in all its intimidating glory.

Forgetting the mysterious relationship with DemDra for now, Satoruu's instincts appear, urging him to confront Cave Dragon and secure their escape from dangerous depths.

Drawing on the depths of her dark magic, Saishira unleashes her skill, Dark Void, hoping to cripple their formidable foe.

However, to their dismay, Cave Dragon remained unaffected by Saishira's powerful attack, his immunity rendering the attack futile. Awareness dawned on them that defeating these creatures would require more than their usual tactics.

"Satoruu, you're the smartest person among us all, what's the plan?" saishira asked, admitting Satoruu is indeed very smart in terms of combat tactics compared to all of them.

With Cave Dragon temporarily held back by Earth Wall Viona, the group was stalling for precious time. Satoruu's mind raced, analyzing the situation and looking for a quick solution.

Drawing inspiration from Saishira's previous meetings, Satoruu's keen observation led him to a breakthrough. He realized that Cave Dragon's affinity with darkness and its relationship with the depths of the cave provided clues about its vulnerability.

Satoruu's eyes sparkled with a newfound determination as he shared his insights. "The answer lies in the nature of the Cave Dragon itself. Because caves are usually associated with darkness, our solution is light."

Turning to Yuka, the bearer of light magic, Satoruu urges her to unleash her powers completely. "Yuka, use your light magic at its highest level. We can blind Cave Dragon with your light."

Yuka nodded, obeying Satoruu's orders. Yuka emitted a brilliant light, as bright as a star.

"Nova!" yuka chanted a spell.

The radiance from above the cave appeared, blinding the Cave Dragon. But it also affects Saishira and Claire who have dark magic. Fortunately, they do not see the light directly, they protect their eyes because they already know what will happen when faced with light.

Because Claire is a demon, the light effects of Yuka's magic are easy for her to stalk. With a combination of darkness and fire, Claire and Shelina attacked Cave Dragon. The huge scythe slash of darkness and the fire arrow, inflicting an extremely impactful effect on the Cave Dragon, yet the Cave Dragon could still rise.

In the midst of the fight, Satoruu felt a strange thing. Shelina's fire arrow became blue with still having the essence of fire, like a blue flame. Again and again, Satoruu thought, The darkness and the fire combined created a blue flame.

As Satoruu finds the answer, Satoruu advances towards Cave Dragon intending to attack him, but he asks Claire and Shelina to use their magic towards his sword.

Satoruu cast a spell, combining darkness and fire magic to create an extraordinary blue fire magic.

..."From the soul that has been swallowed up by the darkness and fire that ignites the soul, the supernatural fire power that conflicts the soul is born."...

...Indonesia: indone:...

...("From the soul that has been swallowed up by darkness and the fire that kindles the soul, is born the power of supernatural fire that confines the soul.")...

..."Soul Fire!"...

Utilizing the blue fire magic, known as Soul Fire (soul fire), Satoruu unleashed a devastating blow that could cripple Cave Dragon.

The sight of Satoruu triumphantly defeating the Cave Dragon with his newly discovered Soul Fire magic left everyone dumbfounded. Saishira, who was filled with curiosity, inevitably asked how Satoruu obtained such incredible magic.

When individuals die, their souls are destined to be categorized into two realms, light and darkness, based on the choices they make in life. Darkness is often associated with malice. The fire element intensified the soul force enveloped in darkness, giving them a blue flame that surpassed ordinary flames.

Much to their surprise, the Cave Dragon was revived once again, seemingly having a double life force. Unceasingly, he continued his attack until a dark green-haired man, named Kaminou, appeared.

Kaminou used magic that seemed stronger than darkness, and with one strike, she obliterated the Cave Dragon, making the cave chamber into ruins. His sudden appearance shocked them, making them wonder how he got there.

Inevitably, they find themselves forced to confront Kaminou, who suddenly appears as an unexpected enemy. He had been seen as an enemy of mankind, as he had helped monsters during the devastating Death Waves that occurred a year ago.

However, it soon becomes clear that defeating Kaminou will not be as easy as they expected. Their most powerful attacks shattered easily under his power, serving as proof of his overwhelming magic power.

The depletion of the Mana energy, the source they relied on to cast spells, was a significant challenge. As the Mana energy reserves shrank, so did their own strength, leaving them vulnerable and approaching their limits.

Just when they found themselves in dire straits, a voice echoed within the mind of the internal Satoruu—monologist Demonic Dragon.

"You've reached your limit, why don't you try my powers?" asked Demonic Dragon, instigating Satoruu.

His deep and weighty tone urged Satoruu to utilize his great magic. With no other choice left, dire circumstances force him to heed the advice of the dragon.

Satoruu cast a spell, obediently following the Demonic Dragon's orders.

..."From the depth of darkness, where light fades into oblivion and the fury of the Demonic Dragon's soul ranks, emerged a power that surpassed even the darkest abyss!"...

...Indonesia: indone:...

...("From the depths of darkness, where the light faded into oblivion and the fury of the Demonic Dragon's soul raged, there emerged a power that surpassed even the darkest abyss!")...

..."Demonical Darkness's."...

His sword emitted a sinister purplish black aura, while his hands were covered in swirling shadows. Satoruu's gaze locked onto Kaminou, his eyes filled with deep anger as magic began to move.

The once calm clouds overhead turned into a brooding canopy, forming a swirling formation as if responding to a magic call. Shadows spread across the cave floor, enveloping Satoruu in a cloak of darkness rising from the ground and enveloping his hands.

The gradual awakening of this magic left everyone speechless dumbfounded. The enormous aura of darkness emanating from Satoruu was visible to the naked eye, leaving Yuka and Shelina with a mixture of worry and astonishment etched on their faces.

And then, as if from the depths of darkness, his entire body was shrouded in shadows, turning it into a silhouette. Only her glowing red eyes and evil smile danced across her face, revealing her open white teeth, remaining visible. His nails turned sharp as if they were claws ready to attack.

"Is this what 'the Dark Side of a Savior' is all about'?" saishira and Claire asked at the same time.

...~Connect~...