Abyssal Chronicles

Chapter 296 - 297: Whispers (part 2) [6/10]

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On the other side, when Yumo saw the approaching golden light, her eyes swiftly narrowed in response. Her whole body trembled, and then she fell into a strange silence.

She involuntarily stopped running and stood still, gazing at the Son of Destiny who was charging directly toward her with intense hostility and determination.

"Y-Yu... Sister Yu?!"

Seeing Xue Tianao suddenly unleash a tremendous and terrifying divine power, rushing toward them like a raging storm, Mengxi was already shaken, feeling a surge of pressure.

And upon seeing Yumo standing frozen in place, Mengxi’s anxious emotions skyrocketed, reaching a state of urgency.

Xue Tianao appeared suddenly, and in such a powerful manner, completely exceeding Mengxi’s expectations. Not to mention, this stud male was charging toward them at full force.

’Could it be that he had realized Yumo’s identity? Is that why he wanted to target Yumo? Damn it! Although Yumo’s acting can’t fool me, it should have been enough to deceive Xue Tianao! How did he expose it?’

’In addition, this power? Is it divine power?! And such intensity?!’

In the midst of feeling the continuously surging divine power coursing through Xue Tianao’s body like raging waves, a sense of gravity occupied the beautiful lavender eyes of Mengxi. If it were the previous Xue Tianao, charging toward Yumo, Mengxi would probably be delighted and applaud, as that kind of Xue Tianao was simply seeking death.

Although Mengxi knew that Yumo was extremely powerful, the current Xue Tianao was completely different from before. He emitted a powerful aura that almost reached the High Eighth Tier. Combined with his Powerful divine power and the ability to restrain Abyssal Demons, even Sister Yumo might be in danger...

The thought filled the silver-haired girl’s lavender eyes with extreme worry.

"Sister! Yu... Sister Yu?!! What are you doing?! Move quickly!"

As Mengxi anxiously called out the black-haired girl’s name, she tried to pull Yumo’s arm, attempting to snap her out of it and quickly evade Xue Tianao’s attack.

However, no matter how Mengxi tugged, Yumo remained motionless like a statue, fixed in place.

Seeing Yumo inexplicably entering a state resembling a statue, staring intently at Xue Tianao without any response, Mengxi nearly jumped in anxiety.

"Sister Yu!! What are you doing?!"

"It’s dangerous right now"

"Please, move!"

If it were the usual situation, facing a motionless Yumo in a statue-like state, Mengxi had ways to bring her back to her senses with the right stimulation...

However,

It was too embarrassing to do such things in front of Xue Tianao. And now, there was no time for that...

Helplessly, Mengxi gritted her teeth and directly unsheathed the sword at her waist, positioning it in front of Yumo. Clearly, the silver-haired girl wanted to use her own strength to block Xue Tianao’s attack. Of course, her Mid-Sixth Tier power would be a foolish dream to confront the High Eighth Tier.

Therefore,

Although Mengxi adopted a defensive posture, she quietly released her protective holy aura.

Mengxi relied on her "Miracle."

Once she was in danger, the "Miracle" would erupt. The divine power used to protect herself should be able to temporarily withstand Xue Tianao’s attack...

As for what would happen next, if Yumo remained stunned in place...

Mengxi truly didn’t know what to do.

However,

For now, Mengxi had to take a step forward and accept the consequences.

With this in mind, Mengxi revealed a determined gaze, and a rapid surge of silver-white light flowed around her.

Compared to the overwhelming aura of the High Eighth Tier, Mengxi’s holy aura fluctuations were like gentle breezes, utterly powerless against the massive rock in front of her.

However,

In that very moment, just as Mengxi was about to clash with Xue Tianao, an unprecedented chill rushed through her heart, causing the silver-haired girl, who had previously shown no fear, to suddenly reveal a look of terror. Her light purple eyes began to tremble involuntarily.

"What... what is this?"

However, what frightened Mengxi was not the approaching Xue Tianao, but the cold aura coming from behind her.

"Yu... Yumo?"

Ignoring the imposing attack from Xue Tianao in front of her, Mengxi turned tremblingly to look behind her, at the black-haired girl who seemed almost unfamiliar.

" Sister... Yu?"

At this moment, the black-haired girl had already snapped out of her daze. Although she didn’t emit any powerful energy, the faintly discernible terrifying pressure sent chills down Mengxi’s spine, causing her to break out in a cold sweat.

The beautiful deep blue eyes of the black-haired girl gradually took on a reddish hue, becoming eerily and strangely beautiful.

The loving smile that used to grace her face was gone, replaced by a dark and dreadful expression. Warmth disappeared from her eyes, replaced by an endless killing intent.

Ignoring Mengxi’s exclamation, Yumo walked straight ahead, toward Xue Tianao.

"That... divine power... holy spiritual power..."

Facing the increasingly approaching golden light, Yumo repeated these words mechanically. As she spoke, the crimson power of Shadow slowly overflowed from her. The "deceptive veil" that suppressed the power of Shadow could no longer hold it back.

Strange voices echoed inside Yumo’s mind at this moment.

[Kill him!]

[Kill him!]

[Kill him!]

[Kill him!]

[Kill him!]

[Kill the Chosen One, tear him apart, shatter his body, and completely annihilate his soul!]

[Because...]

[He...]

[Is our enemy.]

[Anyone with divine power is our enemy! It is our duty to eliminate them...]

Like demonic whispers, these words incessantly resounded in Yumo’s mind. With each word, a multitude of negative emotions such as murderous intent, hatred, and resentment spread uncontrollably within her, gradually engulfing the girl’s sanity.

A tinge of bloodlust appeared in her crimson eyes, and a faintly crazed smile formed on her lips. Even Mengxi couldn’t help but shudder at that eerie smile.

"Hehe~..."

’The one who possesses divine power’

’You must…’

’Die…!’

In the next moment, a burst of crimson Shadow Power erupted from the black-haired girl’s body.

Countless bloody-colored butterflies instantly filled the sky, enveloping both Xue Tianao and the surroundings.

At that moment, Xue Tianao’s expression changed abruptly.

"What... the hell is going on?!!"