The Unveiling of Power

“Mofimod, as I said before, this armor was equipped to seal my own magic. I can’t control that power yet, so it causes a lot of trouble for those around me. However, now… I might have to cause a little trouble for everyone again…”

Domu was currently bowing his head, but his deep, magnetic voice now resonated with a palpable sense of fury.

“Oh? Lord Domu, are you perhaps going to unseal this armor and fight me with all your might? Hahaha, yes, that’s right! If you kill me, you can escape this magic energy barrier and save these innocent people!”

Though he sensed a sudden, dangerous shift in Domu, Mofimod felt no fear. Instead, he shouted back with a surge of excitement.

He yearned to witness the true strength of the man before him.

‘But Domu, no matter what power you hide, you can never defeat me. I will utterly crush you, making you willingly disappear from Princess Soronna’s side.’

Had Soronna used [Scrutiny] to observe the Rotten Dragon Blade in Mofimod’s hand at that moment, she would have discovered its energy signature was nearly on par with the unsealed [Divine Suppression] she had once seen on Domu.

Furthermore, if Dora were to touch the Rotten Dragon Blade and complete its analysis, she would realize that the weapon in Mofimod’s hand was no ordinary sacred artifact.

It was, in every sense of the word, an item possessing immense power, categorized as a World-Tier Item within the “Tears of the Goddess.”

[Rotten Dragon Blade] [Seal Released]

[Rarity: World-Tier Item]

[Item Type: Weapon]

[Effect: Can suspend the life state of all matter within range (including non-living matter), absorbing and storing it as Undying Souls. Based on the absorbed Undying Souls, the user can consume an equivalent amount to resurrect when on the verge of death. It can also absorb the souls of deceased dragons, and by consuming an equivalent amount of Undying Souls, summon those dragon souls as familiars. The familiar’s level will be identical to its state at the time of absorption.]

[Note: Ever heard of a Dragon Heart? No? Haven’t you played DOTA? While unrelated to this item, remember that Undying Dragons truly exist, for this very blade was forged from the heart of an Undying Dragon!]

Indeed, this entire drama of the Demonic Dragon’s Vengeance had been orchestrated by Mofimod.

His objective was to use the Undying Dragon Soul, summoned via the Rotten Dragon Blade, to destroy the magic energy barrier device outside the arena while he and Domu were confined within for their duel.

This would trap both himself and Domu in an inescapable space, forcing Domu to choose between his own safety and saving the commoners.

Given that Princess Soronna, with whom Domu shared a close bond, was among the commoners, Mofimod was certain Domu would seek a way to escape the barrier.

Due to the unique properties of the magic energy barrier, Domu would then be compelled to choose between sacrificing himself or killing Mofimod.

However, if Domu chose to sacrifice himself to let Mofimod save the commoners, Mofimod would opportunistically stop him, offering to sacrifice himself instead so Domu could save everyone.

But as a condition, Domu would have to leave Princess Soronna’s side.

Conversely, if Domu chose to duel Mofimod and kill him, Mofimod would certainly make Domu realize the immense gap in their strength. He would then gleefully and mercilessly defeat Domu.

As the victor, Mofimod would still demand that Domu leave Princess Soronna’s side as the price of his defeat. By then, Domu, having realized the disparity in their power, would surely no longer have the face to remain by Princess Soronna’s side.

As for the Demonic Dragon? Please, that was something Mofimod himself had summoned. He possessed hundreds of methods to ensure a perfect curtain call for this Demonic Dragon’s Vengeance.

“No, I do not intend to kill you, Mofimod, for you are not my enemy.”

Domu, who had kept his head bowed, slowly shook it. Then, he gently raised his right hand, extending a finger to tap the air before him several times.

“What kind of joke are you playing? If you don’t—!”

Upon hearing Domu’s words, Mofimod felt utterly mocked. He roared in anger, but before he could finish, Domu’s next words cut him off.

“This barrier seems to block all power within, including the special force you refer to as [Weakling’s Retreat]. I will soon unseal this armor, and that unique power will then concentrate entirely within this barrier. It might affect you, Mofimod. While I’m not sure how much harm it will cause you, I will try my best to control it.”

Domu was unaware of the true strength of the colossal black demonic dragon outside. Yet, regardless of the dragon’s power, Domu resolved to face it in his strongest state.

He intended to release the magic power suppressed by [Divine Suppression], dedicating all his might to defeat the audacious, corpulent dragon that dared to threaten Soronna.

However, if he released [Divine Suppression], the uncontrollable [Dark Valkyrie’s Majesty] would inevitably spread. But now… there was no time to worry about such things.

“Do you truly believe that by unsealing your power, you can surpass a demigod’s strength? That even the aura you emanate could easily harm me? That’s utterly ridiculous, Domu!”

Domu’s words made Mofimod feel profoundly underestimated. It was true that this magic energy barrier contained all power, meaning even Mofimod’s full [Weakling’s Retreat] would not affect anyone outside, but would instead concentrate entirely on Domu.

The reverse was also true. But… Domu… did he truly believe he possessed power capable of surpassing Mofimod?

“Stop jesting, Domu! If you want to save them, then kill me! Just kill me! The barrier will automatically dissipate! Come on!”

Mofimod watched Domu still tapping his finger in the air and cried out with a surge of agitation. Even the demonic dragon, perched atop the magic energy barrier, seemed to hear Mofimod’s shouts.

It angrily spewed forth intense flames from its maw, enveloping the entire stage and preventing the crowd outside from seeing what transpired amidst the roaring inferno.

However, to Mofimod’s utter bewilderment, Domu merely turned his head to glance in Princess Soronna’s direction, then looked up at the rampaging demonic dragon on the magic energy barrier.

Finally, his helmeted gaze settled upon Mofimod.

Despite the helmet, Mofimod felt as though he perceived a hint of apology in Domu’s gaze. Apology? Why? Mofimod didn’t understand, but this confusion lasted only a moment.

The next instant, Mofimod was suddenly assailed by an incredibly terrifying will, devouring his spirit and flesh. This will forced Mofimod uncontrollably to his knees on the stage.

Simultaneously, the veins and blue tendons on Mofimod’s neck and forehead abruptly bulged. Had it not been for his immense willpower, Mofimod felt certain he would have already fainted.

No… this feeling, worse than death itself, was precisely because of his powerful willpower. If anything, Mofimod wished he could simply pass out immediately.

Fear, reverence, adoration—a myriad of complex emotions intertwined in Mofimod’s mind and heart. He yearned to worship, to submit. These thoughts ceaselessly flooded Mofimod’s consciousness.

Domu looked guiltily at Mofimod, who knelt before him. He hadn’t realized that [Dark Valkyrie’s Majesty], when fully unleashed against a single person, could possess such immense power, reducing even the demigod-level Mofimod to this state.

Speaking of which, he felt truly sorry for that green-haired villain from last time, too… Gazing at Mofimod, whose expression grew increasingly contorted and whose neck veins seemed on the verge of bursting, Domu silently whispered an apology in his heart.

“This… urgh… what… Aaaargh…”

Mofimod, relentlessly tormented by the terrifying will, trembled uncontrollably as he knelt. His once cold face was now hideously distorted, his eyes tightly shut as he struggled in agony.

His powerful willpower continuously fought against the dreadful will in his mind, causing his veins to bulge. Yet, even in such torment, he managed to stammer out to Domu before him.

“It will be over soon, Mofimod. Please endure for just a moment longer. [Seven Deadly Sins Armament – Pride’s Aegis]!”

Domu spoke gently to Mofimod, who knelt before him. He then removed his [Divine Suppression] and immediately activated the Dark Valkyrie’s innate skill, [Seven Deadly Sins Armament].

A suit of jet-black armor, emanating a dense aura of darkness, silently materialized upon Domu’s form.

Mofimod, still struggling against the will in his mind, instinctively opened his eyes upon hearing Domu’s words. However, the sight before him made him forget his pain in an instant.

Instead, his eyes widened dramatically, and his heart filled with shock. It wasn’t because the holy knight, originally clad in pure white full plate armor, had transformed into a warrior in jet-black armor radiating a potent dark aura, but because… Mofimod found himself unable to comprehend… Domu… was actually… was…?