Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 292 - 293: Xiao’s Thoughts (part 2) [2/10]

"Why are you doing this... you’re clearly a human, why would you join forces with the Abyssal Demons? And... why do you keep trying to kill me... I am the chosen one! The one who can bring peace and tranquility to this world. If I die... this world will descend into chaos and eventually be destroyed by the Abyssal Demons! At that time, the entire Black Rose family will also face destruction! Your actions are foolish... Why... why would you do such a stupid thing... You have betrayed your race..."

Continuously gasping for breath, Xue Tianao kept questioning Xiao, as if he had activated the so-called ’protagonist’ exclusive skill of incessant babbling.

However, in response to Xue Tianao’s words, Xiao was dismissive, and couldn’t help but reveal a mocking smile.

’Why?’ is there even a need to ask...’

’Because I want to protect the most important person to me.’

Recalling that loving and melodious voice, although Xiao remained silent, he had already decisively answered Xue Tianao’s question within his heart. Regarding Xue Tianao’s self-righteous thoughts, Xiao felt nothing but disdain.

The people of the Black Rose family almost grew up in the depths of the Great Winter Forest. For them, Lady Yumo and the Demon Kings in the heart of the forest were perhaps their true companions and family.

As for humans? Just the thought of the human forces that had persecuted them or their ancestors made the members of the Black Rose family grimace in disdain.

It was Lord Yumo who saved our lives,

It was Lord Yumo who taught us knowledge,

It was Lord Yumo who showed us care and love,

...

...

Compared to the heartless human society, Xiao believed that most members of the Black Rose family would choose Lady Yumo, even if it meant betraying their so-called human race. Moreover, Yumo and the Abyssal Demons were not as cruel as portrayed as it mentioned in the church.

Xiao was certain that Yumo would not destroy this world.

Rather, in Xiao’s view, if utilized appropriately, Yumo and the horde of Abyssal Demons under her control could perhaps bring lasting peace to this world, even if it meant living under the terrifying shadow of intimidation.

As for the chosen one?

Even if he could eliminate the Abyssal Demons, Xiao didn’t believe that such an individual could bring any so-called "peace" to the world.

No longer paying attention to Xue Tianao’s blabbering, Xiao unreservedly raised the magical spear in his hand. Directly under Xue Tianao’s terrified gaze, he thrust the spear into Xue Tianao’s mouth, cutting off his tongue and forcibly silencing the chosen one’s babble.

At the same time,

Limo’s sharp claws and Liyu’s blade wings carried an overwhelming aura of destruction and despair as they attacked Xue Tianao’s back.

"What kind of world peace? I don’t care. I just want Lady Yumo to always be by our side..."

So,

Go to hell.

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As the black magic surged around Xiao, the magical spear split open its massive jaws and let out a horrifying roar that sent shivers down the spine.

An eerie black magic circle formed, and countless crystallized black blades made of condensed black magic rained down like a violent storm toward the golden-haired man ahead.

In an instant, everything around Xue Tianao, including the remnants of buildings and scorched trees, turned to ashes and vanished into nothingness.

The countless black crystallized blades pierced through Xue Tianao’s body, erupting with corrosive energy, attempting to dissolve his flesh from within.

Suddenly, Xue Tianao transformed into a bloodied figure, intense pain coursing through the chosen one’s heart like thousands of venomous snakes relentlessly devouring his insides, causing him to let out a heart-wrenching scream.

"Ahhhhh! Damn it!"

However, soon even the right to scream was stripped away from Xue Tianao by Xiao, as his neck was unexpectedly pierced by a crystal.

But that was not all.

After being blasted away by Xiao’s attack, accompanied by the flashing emerald light and the cry of a colossal bird, a swirling gray giant bird suddenly swooped behind Xue Tianao! It engulfed him in a violent storm, tearing at his body with countless wind blades, instantly reducing him to a bloody mess.

And as Xue Tianao plummeted from the sky, amidst the raging blizzard, a roaring snow wolf appeared by his side, opening its massive jaws and biting him fiercely.

Then, Snow Devourer’s eyes contracted, gathering a profound Shadow Power within its mouth.

In the next moment, the power of Shadow erupted, dealing another heavy blow to Xue Tianao...

*Boom!*

Crimson light flickered as the raging flames of fury consumed Xue Tianao, relentlessly burning every inch of his skin, causing excruciating pain and driving the chosen one to struggle madly within the inferno.

Finally, with a further surge of power, Xue Tianao was sent flying like a charred piece of coal, crashing onto the scorched earth not far away.

"Cough, cough, cough!"

Blood and organs spewed out from his mouth once again. As Xiao witnessed this scene, his eyes slightly narrowed.

Despite Xue Tianao unleashing his Third Shackles of divine power and claiming to give it his all, Xiao couldn’t really sense how strong he had become.

However, he could clearly feel the terrifying resilience of this charred man, a resilience even more fearsome than a cockroach.

Dozens of fatal wounds failed to eliminate him, and under the healing power of his divine energy, those wounds quickly closed. For Xiao, the current Xue Tianao seemed like nothing more than a punching bag.

However, obviously, this was not the outcome Xiao desired. Although continuously pummeling this lofty chosen one brought him great pleasure, his ultimate goal remained the annihilation of Xue Tianao. It’s just that this guy’s Powerful regenerative abilities, after unleashing his divine power, took Xiao by surprise.

"Dealing with him seems to require a bit more time..."

And the barrier, amidst the conflict, began to crack...

Casting a sidelong glance at the fissure in the upper barrier, Xiao gradually revealed a Calm expression. Of course, he felt unease, not because Xue Tianao’s subordinates might come to his aid, but because...

Once his aura leaked out, that person would notice the situation here...

’In that case...’

Xiao’s eyes narrowed slightly. As the head of the Black Rose Family, Xiao was indeed powerful and intelligent.