Subsequently, Urd Geales, leading a multitude of vampires, departed from that location, leaving Ky Luc behind to guard Ferid Bathory and Kru
Subsequently, Urd Geales, leading a multitude of vampires, departed from that location, leaving Ky Luc behind to guard Ferid Bathory and Krul Tepes.
They were bound to crosses, in preparation for the commencement of their punishment.
After rendering their ultraviolet protection ineffective, intense flames ignited upon their bodies, accompanied by continuous screams of agony.
From a distance, vampires not belonging to Urd Geales's lineage witnessed their usually supreme queen reduced to such a pitiful state. They couldn't help but lament the queen's current predicament, a sight they would never have dared to imagine under normal circumstances.
Along with the vampires, Yūichirō Hyakuya and the others watched in astonishment as Krul Tepes and Ferid Bathory's bodies were consumed by the intense flames.
At that moment, Aoki, who had been sitting silently in his seat, opened his eyes. Upon witnessing Krul Tepes writhing in agony under the sun torture, a ripple of emotion stirred within him.
However, he quickly regained his composure, recognizing that this was not the time for such sentiments. He turned his gaze towards Yūichirō Hyakuya, noticing the latter's somewhat vacant stare fixed upon Krul Tepes.
Approaching Yūichirō Hyakuya, he posed the question: "What course of action do you intend to take? Will you depart from this place, or will you endeavor to rescue those two individuals?"
Aoki entrusted the decision-making authority to Yūichirō Hyakuya, for he was certain that Yūichirō Hyakuya would undoubtedly opt to save Krul Tepes and Ferid Bathory.
As anticipated, after giving the matter due consideration, Yūichirō Hyakuya declared, "We go to save them!"
Yūichirō Hyakuya then directed his gaze towards Crowley Eusford, who stood nearby, and inquired, "Is there a viable method to rescue them, Crowley Eusford?"
Crowley Eusford, after a brief period of silence, responded, "Well now, I truly didn't anticipate that you would choose to rescue those two individuals. However, it matters little. While we might stand a chance of overcoming that individual if we were to engage him simultaneously, it would be prudent, Yūichirō Hyakuya, to first subdue the Seraph of the End residing within your body. Let us proceed to Ferid Bathory's mansion."
Osaka, Ferid Bathory's Mansion
Under Crowley Eusford's guidance, the group arrived before Ferid Bathory's Osaka mansion. It must be stated that Ferid Bathory possessed an undeniably extravagant residence. A mansion of this scale could likely only be afforded by European nobility; it was incredibly luxurious, exuding a distinct medieval aesthetic.
The group expressed their awe at this remarkably beautiful structure, a rare sight in these tumultuous times, with only Mikaela Hyakuya and Aoki maintaining a vigilant awareness of their surroundings.
Suddenly, Aoki halted his steps, his gaze fixated intently upon the mansion's entrance.
"There are vampires inside," Aoki stated calmly. The moment these words left his lips, Yūichirō Hyakuya and the others instantly tensed, their gazes locked onto the mansion's entrance, the very spot where Aoki's gaze was directed.
From behind, Crowley Eusford observed Aoki without uttering a single word. Although currently under the influence of Aoki's Sharingan genjutsu, this control was limited to information pertaining to Ferid Bathory's plans; all other aspects remained unaffected.
Therefore, upon hearing Aoki's declaration regarding the presence of vampires within the mansion, Crowley Eusford couldn't help but marvel at Aoki's extraordinary strength.
However, even individuals possessing such formidable power could be vanquished by even stronger entities, such as Krul Tepes, who was currently enduring excruciating torment at the hands of a superior being.
At that precise moment, the mansion's entrance was slowly pushed open, and a vampire of middle age emerged from within.
"Ding!"
Fuola Honte:
Identity: Tenth Progenitor of the Vampires
Personality: Unknown
Skills: Unknown
Combat Power: 6935 points
Overall Assessment: S-level
With the vampire's data flooding his mind, Aoki's previously tense expression relaxed. A tenth progenitor; even with his incomplete recovery, Aoki was confident in his ability to defeat such an opponent.
"I'll handle this," Aoki declared, summoning Yogitsu and gripping it firmly in his hand, before stepping forward.
Behind him, Yūichirō Hyakuya and the others discreetly retreated, well aware that Aoki would not pass up an opportunity to engage in combat with a vampire noble. His prolonged period of recuperation necessitated the release of pent-up energy.
Only Shinoa Hīragi approached with a hint of apprehension, inquiring, "Aoki, are you certain your body is in optimal condition?"
Aoki assured her that his physical state was perfectly sound, before launching his assault.
The instant he surged forward, Yogitsu's blade became enveloped in a brilliant white electrical current, transforming the weapon into an electrifying and visually striking electric blade.
Subsequently, Aoki and the vampire noble, Fuola Honte, engaged in a fierce and protracted struggle. Although Aoki refrained from employing any specific techniques, after more than ten exchanges, Fuola Honte found himself struggling to maintain his composure.
"What manner of human is this? His strength is truly formidable!" While grappling with Aoki, Fuola Honte's expression turned grave.
He then noticed Crowley Eusford standing alongside Yūichirō Hyakuya and the others, immediately shouting, "Crowley Eusford, the thirteenth progenitor, retainer of the seventh progenitor, Lord Ferid Bathory! Hasten to my aid in subduing this individual; his strength is far too overwhelming!"
However, Crowley Eusford responded with a slow and deliberate shake of his head.
At that moment, Fuola Honte finally understood. Crowley Eusford's alignment with the humans was deliberate; he had knowingly abandoned Fuola Honte to his fate.
Therefore, Fuola Honte resorted to employing Ferid Bathory's name as a means of intimidation.
"Crowley Eusford! You have betrayed the vampires and allied yourself with the humans! I shall report this transgression to Lord Ferid Bathory; he will never forgive your actions!"
Upon hearing Fuola Honte's attempt to leverage Ferid Bathory's name to exert pressure, Crowley Eusford let out a chuckle.
"Oh my, I believe you will not have the opportunity to relay this information to Lord Ferid Bathory. And, to be frank, the individual who issued the order for your demise was none other than Lord Ferid Bathory himself."
Upon hearing this revelation, Fuola Honte finally grasped the truth: Ferid Bathory had never intended for him to depart from his mansion alive. However, it was now too late; he was about to meet his end at the hands of Aoki.
Ultimately, Aoki seized an opportune moment to strike, disarming Fuola Honte and swiftly severing his head with a single, decisive blow.
With his head severed by the cursed gear, Fuola Honte's life came to an abrupt end. As his body gradually dissolved into ashes, Aoki's combat power successfully increased by 1500 points, reaching a total of 15460 points, and he was granted another opportunity to select a reward.
Aoki opted to acquire a new skill, for the same rationale as before: Should he choose to upgrade his Susanoo, his current capabilities would be insufficient to fully wield the complete Susanoo.
As for the skill Aoki selected, it now served as one of his ultimate trump cards; if deployed at this juncture, it would likely result in the immediate destruction of Ferid Bathory's mansion.
Following the resolution of the conflict with Fuola Honte, Aoki's demeanor remained devoid of significant emotional fluctuations.
Turning calmly towards Crowley Eusford, he simply stated, "It is concluded. Let us proceed swiftly; considerable time has already been squandered."
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