THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC397 Ohema's Origin
If someone had told Klaus that one day he would live a life filled with such pleasure, he would probably have slapped them or, if possible, killed them for telling such a blatant lie. However, now that he was experiencing all the pleasure he could imagine, he couldn't hold himself back.
Ohema was riding him while he worked his way down to Miriam. This was the kind of pleasure he had once only dreamed of but was now living.
Ohema rode him for a while, climaxing three times before Klaus released his 'Star Juice.' Then Miriam, who had already climaxed twice from his oral attention, took her turn. Klaus made sure she felt everything for an entire hour before releasing his 'Star Juice' into her.
Ohema came back next, and he treated her the same way. By the time he had released his final load, Klaus had lost track of how many messages he had received.
However, he was paying close attention to one thing: his first Core. Before he took Ohema's virginity, it had formed to about 70%. Now, after going three rounds with her, he sensed that his core was about 85% formed and still rising.
It was clear that Ohema was an Ascendant, and the essence he was absorbing from her was far greater than what he had received from Miriam.
It seemed that he was no longer the only one contributing to his strength; his women were now making him stronger too.
This, of course, meant he would never stop until he couldn't take it anymore. So for the next 8 hours, Ohema and Miriam exchanged sessions, riding his soul out of him until they were all exhausted. That was true for the two ladies who just couldn't take it anymore, Ascendent or not.
Klaus made sure they got all the juice they wanted while he also got his fair share of their essence. In the end, he managed to form the core to 98%. This meant with just a few more sessions, he would have one Star Core formed, taking him a step closer to becoming a Saint.
They rested for 5 whole hours until they woke up. Klaus wanted to go again, but Ohema stopped her and decided to come clean about some things.
Klaus, of course, doesn't mind giving her the time to tell him her story; after all, the lady sitting in front of him is an Ascendent, someone akin to the Overlords, and even worse, she doesn't smell like a human.
"So, my name is truly Ohema, but my last name is Lunarchild. And from the name, you can tell I have a connection to the moon.
The answer is yes, I am from the Moon, the same moon that shines in the night, lighting this world"
"Wait a minute. You're telling me there are people on the moon, and that you are one of them?" Klaus asked, and even Miriam shared the same question in her expression.
"Yes, I'm from the moon, where 500,000 others like me live... well, they aren't exactly like me; we all have different appearances. But I guess Queenie and I share the same look, though with different hair colors. That's because we're twins, so it's only natural," Ohema began to explain, causing Klaus to smile.
Clearly, she was nervous. After all, having sex with someone and then revealing you're not who you appear to be... could be a deal breaker. But not for Klaus; he had already encountered much more. Her case is just something small for him.
"No need to be nervous, Ohema. Regardless of where you're from, you're already my woman, and nothing can change that," Klaus said, reaching for her hand. She paused for a few moments before continuing.
"Before you ask, we, the Children of the Moon... yes, that's what we call ourselves... have been on the moon for thousands of years. At least, that's what I know. And before you ask, no, we aren't entirely human. I don't know if we once lived on Earth or how it all happened, but we're not fully human.
We are part moon, part human, or at least that's how we feel. If you want to know more, you can talk to my mother when you meet her. She's the queen, after all, and the strongest being in this part of the universe."
"Interesting," Klaus smiled. He already knew Earth wasn't the only planet in the universe, so this didn't surprise him.
"That being said, I'll limit the conversation to me and my immediate family," Ohema said, and Klaus and Miriam nodded.
"So, I'm a twin, and as you already know, Queenie, the leader of the Overlords, is my sister—or at least, that's how I see her," she said, her expression turning sad.
"What do you mean?" This time, it was Miriam who asked. Stay updated through empire
"Well, when we were born, Queenie was different. She wasn't part moon and part human like us; she was something else. But that wasn't the worst part… Queenie doesn't remember us, or rather, she doesn't remember us growing up together.
It was as if every day was a new day for her. I could convince her that I was her sister today, and then I would become a stranger to her again tomorrow. It was a very frustrating experience for me, my mother, and those who were close to us." Tears began to fall as she recalled those times.
"But it wasn't her fault. We tried everything we could but never managed to cure her."
"Sorry to hear that, but I can't help but wonder... the Queenie I met has many people she regards as family. How is that possible?" Klaus asked. "Even Miriam here is her sworn sister, so I just don't understand anything about her."
"I know," Ohema replied, "but it was a shock to all of us. When Queenie turned 15, my mother just couldn't take it anymore, so she brought her to Earth. She planned to see if a different environment would make a difference—and it did.
Queenie started remembering people and things. Because of that, my mother decided to leave her here, to live a life where she could love and remember the people she loved."
"I see. That makes sense," Klaus nodded.
"Yeah, it does. She was able to form bonds and even make many friends. However, it all came crashing down the day the apocalypse descended. It was the day her true form awakened," Ohema sighed.
"What changed?" Klaus asked, growing curious.
"Well, just like me, Queenie also awakened with a special constitution, but unlike mine, my mother called hers a forbidden constitution," Ohema said, and Klaus felt a cold sweat break out on his back.
His mind suddenly reeled, wondering about many things. It drifted back to the time when he helped Queenie enter enlightenment and the mark that appeared when she awakened. It all started to click.
The senior had told him to pay close attention to her and the mark. Back then, he hadn't understood why, but now that he had somehow inherited the Seal of Slaughter and awakened the Aura of Slaughter, everything made sense. Then it dawned on him...
"According to my mother, she had awakened a constitution that, according to some ancient texts, only existed at one point in time. It could only be awakened by a unique type of race called..."
"The Asura," Klaus finished her sentence.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC398 Seal Of Blood
Ohema stared at Klaus for a full minute without saying anything. The words Klaus had just spoken were something even she had been skeptical about saying herself.
Although her mother said those words, they never truly believed it.
They had only assumed it was real because of Queenie's special constitution.
So, hearing Klaus say it came as a shock to her. Klaus, on the other hand, was currently conversing with the senior.
[Now you know why I wanted you to get familiar with the seal. It was similar to your Seal of Slaughter; however, it isn't the same, it's different. Her own is known as the Seal of Blood. It was a part of your Seal of Slaughter, but it was the main law the Asura race practiced. It's very dangerous, and the heavens hate it just as much they hate your seal of Slaughter.] the senior said.
[Yes. But unlike you, she started when she was breaking through to the Saint stage.] the senior replied.
[Indeed, but that won't be long.] the senior suddenly said, slowing Klaus's heartbeat.
[If I'm not mistaken, which I'm not, she has just awakened the Seal of Blood, and because of that, she will be breaking through to the next stage. However, the heavens have clearly noticed her and will do everything possible to kill her during her next tribulation.] the senior dropped the bombshell.
At the same time, Klaus's anger flared, and then—boom—his aura burst, filling the room. Miriam and Ohema immediately turned pale when his Asura Aura was unleashed.
It was both overwhelming and cruel. But luckily for them, just as it came, it immediately vanished.
However, Klaus remained immobile, sitting on the bed with his eyes closed.
"This aura, it's similar to Queenie's own," Ohema muttered.
"You don't mean...?" Miriam asked.
"Yes, it seems Klaus, in a way, shares some qualities of her constitution," Ohema said, frowning.
"What is it?" Miriam asked.
Ohema looked at Klaus for a few moments before speaking. "I met Klaus when he was having his first tribulation."
"Wait, what...? Klaus isn't a Saint yet. So, what are you talking about?" Miriam asked, frowning as well.
"Yeah, well, Klaus is different. When I first met him, he was going through his tribulation to break through to the Ascended stage. Unlike us, he has to face tribulations every time he breaks through.
"I've witnessed it three times already, and each time, it was like the heavens were trying to kill him. He had to endure tribulations that even I wouldn't be able to survive, even in my current state."
"Really?" Miriam broke into a cold sweat.
"Yes. It was very heartbreaking at times, but I managed somehow since I've seen something similar many times. When Queenie became a Saint, I was there with my mother and witnessed how dangerous it was.
It was several times more dangerous than mine. So, that's why I said the two share some similarities," Ohema added, making Miriam fall into deep thought.
After a while, she sighed. The two ladies then returned to staring at the immobile Klaus, wondering what was happening to him.
***
Klaus, on the other hand, was seated, staring at Number Three's smug face as he continued to smile at him despite Klaus asking him countless times why he was there.
When he heard what the senior had said, Klaus's fury exploded for unknown reasons. But before he could come up with an explanation, Number Three dragged him to the strange place where he had met his past selves.
"You don't look happy for someone who just discovered that the Asura race is not dead," Number Three said, maintaining his smug expression.
"She won't be for long if you don't tell me something I can do to save her," Klaus said, clearly not liking what his past self was doing one bit.
"What is there to do? Just have the tribulation with her, and she'll be fine," Number Three said.
"Are you crazy? You want me to enter the tribulation of an Ascendant whom the heavens clearly want dead? Won't my presence put her in even more danger?" Klaus asked.
"You have the Lightning Source Diagram, dude. If anyone's going to be in danger, it would be you," Number Three replied.
"Even worse, how am I supposed to pass a tribulation of that scale? I can kill Tier 8 monsters if they aren't at their peak, but Tier 9 and 10? I don't think I can handle them, even if they're made of lightning," Klaus said.
"I know, dummy. Even though you aren't a coward like before, I wouldn't expect you to take on such terrifying monsters. However, in this case, you'll have to do just that," Number Three said, making Klaus want to punch his smug face.
"You can't be serious," Klaus sighed.
"I am very much serious. You have the Lightning Source Diagram, something that contains all the laws of lightning."
"And how is that going to help me?" Klaus asked.
"Very simple, actually. You'll have to use the diagram to trick the heavens into believing you're the one taking the tribulation. Of course, they wouldn't fall for it and would still send down a tribulation at the level of an Ascendant, but their strength would be below Tier 9."
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"You would suffer, but you won't die... I think," Number Three laughed.
"You think?" Klaus arched an eyebrow, hearing his statement.
"Chill, bro. I wasn't known as the Asura God for nothing." Number Three puffed out his chest as he said that.
"I knew it. Only an idiot like you would go around challenging swordsmen like a maniac. If I were that lady, I would've knocked some sense into you," Klaus smiled.
When the senior had told him the story about the [Asura Crazy Sword Strike] skill, he immediately pictured Number Three as the one.
Going around the world, challenging swordsmen to a duel.
He fit the profile all too well.
"You do know calling me an idiot is the same as calling yourself an idiot. We are the same person, dude," Number Three said, smiling.
"I know, but saying it to your face feels damn good," Klaus replied.
"Whatever, and hey, before you say something stupid, know that I didn't lose to her; I let her win," Number Three said, narrowing his eyes at Klaus.
"Whatever you say, dude," Klaus laughed.
"Well, you can ask her the truth once she awakens her memories," Number Three said.
"You don't mean...?" Klaus raised an eyebrow.
"Yes, the same lady who helped me awaken my memories back then is the same lady who had just awakened the seal of blood. Hence why the heavens will be making their move to kill her. Back then, she was known as the Blood Sword Princess... I wonder what moniker she'll take on this time once she awakens."
"Interesting." Klaus smiled
"Come on, teach me the method to fool the heavens," Klaus asked. Number Three extended his hand, and a red orb appeared.
"I've added something extra to allow you to use the Asura Crazy Sword Strike four times. Be sure to use it well. And oh, if she doesn't remember her past after the tribulation, don't force her. It will take some time for the curse to break."
With that, he pressed the orb against Klaus's forehead, making him wake up instantly.
"Klaus..." The two ladies immediately called when he opened his eyes.
"Sorry about that, ladies," Klaus said, planting a kiss on their lips before focusing his gaze on Ohema.
"Tell me, how long does Queenie have before her tribulation?" Klaus asked.
"Three days" Ohema replied.
"Take me to her; we don't have much time," Klaus said, getting out of bed. "Her life depends on it," he added before running off to the bathroom. The two girls looked at each other for a few seconds but quickly followed him.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC399 To The Moon
After taking their bath, Klaus informed Hanna that he would need the bow for another week. Hanna was more than happy to let him keep it. She was focusing on learning Arrow Molding first, so she didn't need the Skyhound Bow.
After that, Klaus went to speak with his mother.
"You're going to the moon, like the actual moon up there?" Klaus's mom asked, looking at him with a puzzled expression. "And you said Ohema is from there?" she added.
"Yes, Mom. Her sister needs my help, so I have to go and save her," Klaus replied.
"How cool! I wish I could go to the moon too." Contrary to what Klaus expected, her next words were quite unusual.
"Well, you can't go now since I don't know anything about that place. But you know me—once I establish myself there, I'll take you on a vacation," Klaus said with a smile.
"You better," she said, straightening his shirt. "And please, try not to seduce your mother-in-law. I know you have a thing for them," she added with a wink.
"It was just a kiss, Mom," Klaus said, knowing that somehow, his mother had found out about his kiss with Cynthia Ross.
"Tell that to your mother-in-law," she laughed before gesturing for Ohema to come over. Ohema looked rather nervous, considering she had been keeping many secrets from her until recently.
"Why so gloomy, love? You've done nothing wrong. You just needed to figure things out, and now that you have, you didn't disappoint. Telling him was the best decision, and know that no matter who you turn out to be, I will always see you as my sweet daughter-in-law," Klaus's mom said, taking Ohema's trembling hands and pulling her into a hug.
Hearing those heartfelt words overflowed Ohema's emotions, and tears burst out, soaking her chest. It took her a few minutes to calm down.
Klaus's mom smiled at her for a moment. "You look much better in your own skin, though your hair could use some work." Find your next read at empire
Klaus could only smile, knowing she meant every word. Miriam and Hanna had become her practice models for various hairstyles, and now that Ohema had joined the mix, he knew she would soon become the third.
"Alright, we need to leave as soon as possible. I have to finish everything there so I can make it back in time for the academy," Klaus said. With less than five weeks left, he still had some time.
"By the way, how are you two going to the moon? Do you have a spaceship?" Klaus's mom asked. Ohema just smiled.
"While we do have ships capable of traveling to Earth and nearby planets, we don't need one for this. I can just open a space rift," Ohema replied.
"Wait, you've been to other planets?" Klaus asked.
"No, dummy. Only my mom and a few others have. But she said those planets are empty. Well, one of them has some inhabitants, but the rest are empty but habitable," Ohema said proudly, making it clear that her mother was not someone ordinary.
"That said, I'll just have to carry you high up and then open the rift," she added.
Klaus turned to Miriam. "Do you want to come too?"
She smiled and shook her head. "I'll stay with Mother. Just be careful up there."
"I will," Klaus promised. "Then I guess I'll see you all later." He began moving towards the door.
Ohema hugged Miriam and Klaus's mom before following him outside.
"Just hold on while I fly us up," she said, reaching for him. But before she could, lightning wings burst from Klaus's back, spreading wide like angel wings.
Klaus's mom's eyes widened as she looked at the wings in the hallway. Moments later, her expression softened with a proud smile as she watched Klaus glance back at her with an amused grin.
"I forgot you have wings," Ohema said before taking to the sky. "Try to keep up," she joked, but before she could finish, Klaus zoomed past her, crackling with lightning.
"Interesting," Ohema said, smiling as she increased her speed.
A few minutes later, Klaus and Ohema hovered above, gazing down at the gleaming cities below.
"Nice view," Klaus said.
"Indeed," Ohema replied. They were still within Earth's atmosphere, so Klaus could breathe normally.
"Is there anything I should know before meeting your people?" Klaus asked. Ohema smiled before speaking.
"First, although you'll be able to breathe normally when we enter the habitable settlement, you won't be able to outside of it. You haven't formed your Saint core yet, so you can't breathe in outer space.
"But don't worry. With me here, I'll just wrap my energy around you, which will allow you to breathe without any trouble.
"Also, the gravity on the moon is much stronger than on Earth, so you'll need to adapt to move freely. That being said, I know you're a monster, so I'm not worried."
Klaus smiled.
"As for my people, they're not unreasonable, but they are highly competitive. Some might cause trouble for you. I don't mind if you put them in their place, but don't go overboard since you're a guest—the first human guest, actually.
"And be aware that there are a few young men up there who once hoped to make me their wife. Since I plan on announcing that you're my partner, I hope they won't do anything foolish. But don't worry, with me around, they won't dare.
"Oh, and the population up there is mostly women—about 70% are female. In my culture, women rule the household, so expect some envious looks. But with me by your side, you won't get the chance to flirt with anyone."
"Already jealous?" Klaus grinned. "Don't worry, I'm only going there for two people," he said, smiling.
"Two people? Who are these two?" Ohema asked, curious.
"My Overlord who needs me, and mother-in-law, of course," Klaus said, his smile widening.
"You... You better not try to charm my mother; she has a soft heart," Ohema pouted.
"Even better—it'll make my job easier," Klaus teased, making Ohema's pout deepen.
"Whatever... I doubt she'd fall for a youngster like you," Ohema muttered.
"Well, her lovely daughter fell for me on the first day, so who's to say she wouldn't?" Klaus grinned. "Anyway, we should get going. I have an Overlord waiting for me."
Ohema nodded and waved her hand. A purple rift suddenly burst open, revealing the void beyond. Klaus's eyes narrowed as he stared into it.
"How cool," he muttered. His eyes gaze into the dark purple depth that has appeared as if trying to see if he can look through. Ohema smiled, watching him.
"You can do the same once you become a Transcendent," Ohema said, noticing the gleam in Klaus's eyes. She could tell he longed for the power to open such a rift.
"Let's go." With that, Ohema wrapped her energy around Klaus, and they vanished into the rift, which closed behind them.
In a field made of pure white grasses where a few ladies with beautiful features could be seen harvesting some strange-looking oranges, the space above them cracked, and two people emerged.
They immediately recognized the lady, but when their eyes landed on Klaus, their expressions changed. Suddenly, some powerful aura could be felt moving toward the white-orange field.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC400 Klaus on The Moon, Chaos
The moment Klaus and Ohema emerged from the rift, a completely different world with a whitish-silver with a more hue environment appeared around them.
Their surroundings had changed, and the air... ah, the air. Kent immediately felt a surge of heat come from his back as the Second Paragon Star diagram activated.
Klaus felt it immediately—the spiritual energy in the air began to flow into his body. But that wasn't all; he sensed something else.
< This feeling is just like when I used the Blood Star Moon Transformation technique back in the Demons' Abode. Senior, what do you think? >
[It seems your unusual physique is revealing its true nature. First, you awakened a new talent, and now, it has formed a connection to the moon, allowing you to absorb energy several times faster,] the senior said, and Klaus nodded inwardly.
His attention shifted away from the stares he was receiving and the formidable aura of ten people approaching him.
< At this rate, my first Star Core will form before I leave here,> Klaus thought with a smile, then began to survey his surroundings.
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"How medieval," Klaus muttered as he glanced around, meeting the curious gazes of those using their senses to inspect him.
"They're all powerful warriors, Klaus. Don't underestimate them," Ohema cautioned, her eyes narrowing as she looked into the distance.
"Looks like we have visitors," Klaus said, smiling.
"Looks like it. Just don't do anything drastic," Ohema said before guiding them down. The moment Klaus touched the ground, he felt powerful auras locking onto him.
"Your people seem much more aggressive than mine," Klaus remarked.
"We're not exactly peaceful, given our living conditions," Ohema replied. "I'll explain everything later."
Anticipating that Klaus would want more details, she made sure he knew she would share the full story in due time. Klaus nodded, and then the ten figures arrived: nine Sovereigns and one Transcendent.
"Princess, welcome back from your journey," the Transcendent said, bowing.
The Transcendent was a woman, and, in fact, eight of the figures who came to greet Ohema were also women, with only two men present. This made Klaus realize why Ohema had said that hers was a matriarchal race.
"Elder Caelia, it's nice to see you again," Ohema said, then turned to Klaus. "This is my husband, Klaus, and I brought him to meet my family. By the way, is Mother around?"
The moment the surrounding women heard Ohema's words, their jaws dropped in shock. Clearly, they thought they had misheard.
The Princess of the Lunar Race had just announced that her husband was a human, and if that weren't unusual enough, he was merely a Grandmaster. Surely, they must have heard wrong.
"Princess, did I mishear, or did you just say this intruder is your husband?" Elder Caelia asked, narrowing her eyes at Klaus.
"Intruder..." Klaus muttered, amused by how they chose to address him. He wanted to respond, but perhaps sensing that Klaus's words would only escalate the situation, Ohema interrupted.
"First of all, he is not an intruder since I brought him here. Second, he is my husband, and I don't need your validation. Now, if you don't mind, we will be on our way," Ohema said, taking Klaus's hand.
Before they could move, Elder Caelia spoke again, halting them.
"I'm afraid I cannot allow this intruder to enter our home... I hope you understand, Princess," Elder Caelia said, narrowing her eyes further at Klaus.
Klaus, who was holding back laughter, felt Ohema's body shudder. He was now witnessing a new side of her—a side that seemed to become angry over something small it seemed.
Realizing he needed to step in before her temper flared, Klaus spoke up.
"You call me an intruder; why is that? From my point of view, you're the ones living on my moon, yet you don't hear me calling you intruders," Klaus said with a smile, stepping forward.
"Humans are not allowed here. Turn around and leave," Elder Caelia said, pointing at him.
"Oh... and what if I don't want to leave?" Klaus asked, still smiling.
"Then we will make you," one of the Sovereigns said.
The ten figures were the guardians of the region where Klaus and Ohema had appeared. While Ohema might be their princess, in their domain, they had the authority to act as they saw fit.
In their eyes, Klaus, as a human, was an intruder, and their duty was to protect their land from anyone who was not moon-born.
Klaus didn't say anything immediately. He first looked at Ohema and asked, "Do you mind if I scare them a bit? I promise I won't kill them." His question made Ohema raise an eyebrow.
"Are you sure?" she asked, worried.
"They're the ones you should be worried about." Klaus smiled, then turned to face the ten Moon Guardians.
"Although I'm not the violent type, I don't have much time to entertain your antics, so I'm going to put you all to sleep," Klaus paused. "Maybe you'll be able to resist somehow. It will all depend on your mental strength."
"Klaus, don't do anything extreme!" Ohema panicked as she sensed Klaus's cold aura seeping out.
"Don't worry," Klaus replied before a wicked smile appeared on his face.
Suddenly, his eyes turned red with hints of darkness. He raised his hand, about to activate the third face on the bead—the Face of Starvation—when suddenly, his surroundings flickered, and he found himself standing in a new place.
A garden, to be precise. But unlike the white field he had just come from, this place was filled with lush green plants, much like those on Earth. Their vibrancy and nourishment immediately calmed Klaus.
Then he sensed it. The rate at which energy was entering his body had increased dramatically this time. A few seconds later, he felt something forming in his soul sea, and his consciousness entered it instantly.
There, he saw his first Qi sea swirling with a reddish-green hue, exuding a much more potent energy that filled his body.
Suddenly, he heard a voice speak.
"Congratulations on your breakthrough, intruder." Klaus's eyes snapped open as he turned to see someone who looked exactly like Ohema. She had the same body shape, height, and facial features.
However, her dark-silver hair was even longer than Ohema's. Klaus immediately recognized who she was. The aura around her was more than enough to tell him she was several times stronger than both Ohema and Queenie combined.
[Brat... this woman is very dangerous. It would be in your best interest to be a respectful human instead of an arrogant Paragon,] the senior warned, making Klaus regard the woman with further caution before a small smile appeared on his face.
He moved forward, and when he was just a few steps away, he said, "Mother-in-law, isn't it a bit extreme to call your son-in-law an intruder?"
Ohema's mother narrowed her eyes, and a small smile appeared on her lips. "So, you are Klaus Hanson."
"The one and only," Klaus replied, his smile widening.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC401 Messing With His Mother-In-Law
Ohema's mother looked at Klaus for a full minute before gesturing for him to come and sit down. She was watering some flowers when Kent suddenly appeared. Of course, it was she who used the power of the void to teleport him into the Garden.
"You are much bolder than I thought," Klaus's mother-in-law said, looking at him curiously.
"I must say, I never expected my mother-in-law to be this good-looking. Makes me wonder if I picked the right one," Klaus said with a smile that mirrored hers.
"Ohema was right—you are very shameless."
"It comes with the job," Klaus replied, glancing around to see if Queenie or Ohema was nearby.
"She is on her way. And if you're wondering about my other daughter, she is in seclusion, preparing for a breakthrough," the mother-in-law said.
"Then I guess I came at just the right time." Klaus sighs in relief
"You came at the right time?" the mother-in-law asked, her expression curious. Clearly, she wanted to know why he was there. Klaus's appearance had startled her, but she was well aware of his relationship with Ohema.
She understood Ohema's situation—how she would never reveal her true identity to Klaus until she broke through the barrier preventing her from awakening her constitution. So, seeing him appear on the moon was unexpected.
But now, sensing that he might be there for a different reason, she was taken aback.
"Nothing too serious, Mother-in-law, so you don't have to worry," Klaus said, noticing the look on her face.
If he were to drop the bomb without Ohema present, who knew how she would react? The woman in front of him was a formidable force, after all.
Klaus wasn't about to tempt her despite the shameless need to play with her as they waited for Ohema.
Of course, the mother-in-law wasn't convinced and wanted more clarity.
Thankfully, a voice entered the lush garden before she could ask for further explanation.
"Mother, I need your help. I think those goons of yours have done something to Klaus..." Just as Ohema was finishing her sentence, she stepped into the garden, and her eyes landed on Klaus, who was looking back at her with an amused expression.
"Klaus, when did you get here?" Ohema asked with a sigh.
"A few minutes ago. Mother-in-law was kind enough to save me from hurting your people," Klaus replied with a smile, standing up to take Ohema's hand before returning to his seat. He then made her sit on his lap, causing her mother's face to twitch.
Klaus, of course, noticed this and smiled. "Nothing to be jealous of, Mother-in-law. There's more where this came from."
"Tsk, who is jealous of what?" the mother-in-law chuckled. "Now, are you going to tell me why you're here, human?"
"Mom, there's no need to be rude to my husband," Ohema narrowed her eyes at her mother when she referred to Klaus as "human" instead of using his name. Enjoy more content from empire
"Oh... are you protecting your little husband from me?" she asked.
"That's right. Klaus is my husband. I have given my purity to him, so you must show him some respect... Mother," Ohema's voice faltered as she said the last word. Clearly, raising her tone to her mother was a mistake.
But she wanted to stand up for her man after all.
However, when she saw the look on her mother's face, a cold sweat ran down her back. But when her mother spoke, the words were unexpected.
"Are you telling me you have found a way to break the barrier and awaken your Poison body?" she asked, making Ohema sigh.
"I didn't find a way. Klaus here helped me after I grew tired of failing to awaken it. I opened up to him, and well, he helped me," Ohema said with her chest puffed out. She was clearly proud of her man.
"How did you do it?" the mother-in-law asked, turning to Klaus.
"You know, the good old penetration," Klaus replied with a smile.
"What is that supposed to mean?" the mother-in-law asked, narrowing her eyes at him.
"You know... I used my d*ck to penetrate her tiny ho-"
"I get it," the mother-in-law cut him off before he could finish. A small tint appeared on her cheek mirroring the own on Ohema's own cheek.
"But how are you still alive?" she asked. She clearly knew what should have happened after Klaus took Ohema's purity. So why was he still alive?
"I'm special, I guess," Klaus laughed, clearly enjoying the situation. With Ohema present, he knew her mother wouldn't do anything extreme. Of course, Klaus also understood that if she truly wanted to, she would have acted long before now.
But she didn't have the time for such actions. Her focus was on the fact that her daughter had left home with a Virgin Poison body and returned with a fully awakened True Poison body.
She was already aware that Ohema was no longer a virgin, considering she was sitting on her husband's lap, defending him. That much was obvious.
What truly baffled her, though, was that Klaus—the man who had risked his life in breaking her virginity—was completely unharmed.
That was something she needed answers to, but Klaus had no intention of revealing the truth. He knew Ohema, not her mother, and he wasn't about to explain that he had a special physique that allowed him to take her daughter's purity without dying from poison.
"Ohema, you shouldn't have beaten up the guardians like that. They were just doing their job," Ohema's mother said, changing the subject, knowing she would confront her daughter later and demand answers.
"You need to go and apologize," she added.
"They called my husband an intruder," Ohema said with a pout.
"Technically, he is an intruder. But instead of making a good impression with your husband's arrival, you've caused chaos rather. You'd better go and set things right," her mother said, giving her a stern look.
"Fine, I'll do it later. Now, where is my baby sister? Klaus is here for her," Ohema said.
"Why does he want to see her? You know she's preparing to break through to the Void stage," her mother replied.
"That's exactly why he's here," Ohema said, standing up. "Sister needs his help before it's too late. We don't have much time to waste, Mother."
"And why is that?" her mother asked stubbornly.
"Because the heavens are trying to kill your daughter during her upcoming tribulation, and I'm the only one who can save her," Klaus said, standing up as well.
"What?" the mother-in-law said, rising to her feet too.
"You heard me, mother-in-law. I know you know what I'm saying is true, so please take me to Queenie. She doesn't have much time," Klaus added.
"Follow me." Surprisingly, the woman's love for her daughter overcame her stubbornness. She began leading the way, with Klaus and Ohema following.
A few minutes later, they arrived at a cave-like dwelling, similar to the immortal caves Klaus had used in his past life.
As soon as they entered, Klaus's smiling face met Queenie's, who was absorbing a beast core. When their eyes met, shock spread across Queenie's face.
"Klaus, what are you doing here?" she shouted.
"You kissed me and ran, so I'm here for more," Klaus said, smiling. Beside him, his mother-in-law's jaw dropped, shock written all over her face.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC402 Right To It
All over Lunarville, news of a human entering their world spread like wildfire. Many grew uneasy at the thought of someone who wasn't one of their own coming to their homeland, especially as the husband of their princess.
It was mind-boggling. They couldn't comprehend it. They knew that the planet their home illuminated at night was inhabited by beings who resembled them.
Those humans ventured to their home, the Moon many years ago. However, back then, without the means to leave the safe zones, the Moon People never approached them.
Then, fifty years ago, the apocalypse struck, and they began to evolve. They soon discovered the true horrors that made parts of the Moon unsafe to explore and why anything not born on the Moon was branded an intruder.
But this intruder hadn't just entered their home—he had come as the husband of their one and only princess.
"Clearly, I must be hearing wrong. You meant to say there is an intruder who isn't a lunar beast but a human here on the moon, and the Princess even introduced him as her husband?"
Inside a magnificent building seemingly made from moonstones and rare gems, a young man with striking features, silver-green hair, handsome facial structure, and an athletic build spoke, or rather declared, while clenching his fist.
"Yes, brother, I was in the Orange Field when they appeared. The Princess returned with a husband," the lady said. She was one of the fairies picking oranges when Klaus and Ohema arrived.
In Lunarville, just like on Earth, when the spirit qi descended, the monsters on the moon mutated and became known as Lunar Beasts. For some reason, these monsters were far more dangerous than those on Earth.
Perhaps it was because the moon had a denser spirit qi than on some parts of Earth.
Because of this, the moonborns made it their cardinal duty to secure their borders, ensuring nothing breached their settlements. Therefore, anything not moonborn was considered an intruder.
Klaus was an intruder, but that wasn't the most pressing concern. What truly troubled them was that their Princess had taken a human as her partner.
"I need to see Father and Mother. I can't let some random human take my woman," Lycos said, the bones in his fists nearly breaking.
"You should be careful how you use that tone in front of Mother," his sister said, annoyedly looking at him.
The moon race is ruled by women, so the men hold little power. Even in marriage, the women are in charge.
Of course, in some households, the women fulfill their duties diligently. Lycos, who had wanted to make the Princess his own, was displeased with the recent development.
"You better watch your mouth, Morila; I am the strongest here, remember," Lycos said, glaring at his sister.
"Strongest here, maybe, but a mere Grandmaster has taken your future wife. So maybe you're not enough." With a laugh, Morila flew away, delivering yet another jab at her brother.
"What?" Lycos nearly passed out upon realizing his rival was only a Grandmaster. Furious, he stormed out.
Meanwhile, as many were still coming to terms with the sudden appearance of a human in their world, Klaus was now staring at Queenie's shocked face. She could hardly believe what she was seeing.
"Y-you... How did you know I was here? And how were you able to get here?" Queenie asked, firing off a series of questions.
"Love can take you very far, my Overlord. I couldn't sleep after that gentle kiss, so here I am," Klaus said, smiling as he turned to his mother-in-law with a warm expression.
Hearing that her daughters were now involved with a single man—an outsider and a weak one at that—she couldn't stand still.
Queenie, on the other hand, only knew them as benefactors who were aiding her in her breakthrough to the Void stage.
For some reason, knowing them as benefactors was enough for her memory to hold. She no longer forgot them after a day. Yet, no matter how hard they tried, she could never recognize them as her family after a day, even after hours of persuasion.
Understanding them as strangers was sufficient for her, though she felt undeniable resentment towards the moon, which appeared to be at the root of her condition—or so Klaus had learned from Number Three.
According to Number Three, Queenie was cursed, rendering her unable to remember blood relatives or anyone possessing a specific type of blood.
Klaus did not know precisely what type, but after consulting the senior, he learned that anyone with blood blessed by the moon would be forgotten by Queenie after 24 hours. The senior explained that it was related to the Asura race and the heavens.
The heavens blessed their people through the moon, while the Asura race channeled their power through the blood moon. Despite sharing a similar channel, the two powers were antagonistic toward each other.
When the heavens had the chance, they cursed the Asura bloodline. Consequently, Queenie, who has the Asura bloodline, would forget anyone with a moon-blessed bloodline whenever she was near the moon. But now, Klaus had found the cure.
It was undoubtedly a complicated situation, but Klaus was in the mood to tease the Overlord for a while. After his time with Ohema, he gained some benefits and felt rather content.
Queenie, however, was not amused. She stood up and pulled Klaus aside, speaking in a hushed tone.
"Seriously, Klaus, what are you doing here? Even though these people are helping me, I don't fully trust them, and I don't have the power to protect you from them—especially the beautiful one," Queenie said, casting a sidelong glance at Ohema's mother, or rather, her mother, whom she could not remember.
"You do know they can hear you, right?" Klaus whispered back, grinning at Queenie, who was acting childishly at the moment.
The two looked at Ohema and her mother, who was watching them, and gave guilty smiles. Klaus was amused by the concern on Queenie's face; she was worried about his safety.
"There's no need to be on edge, Queenie; I'm here today because your sister brought me," Klaus said, pointing at Ohema. Stay updated through empire
"My sister?" Queenie turned to look at the woman whose face mirrored her own and frowned.
"Don't worry. The heavens have cursed you, making remembering your family and the moon people impossible. But once I'm done with them, they will learn to stay away from you," Klaus said, smiling.
"That being said, how close are you to breaking through?" Klaus asked.
"Y-you… what did you just say?" Ohema's mother interjected, walking toward them with a frown.
For some reason, Queenie, who was supposed to be shielding Klaus, moved and hid behind him instead. Klaus simply smiled.
"You heard me, Mother-in-law. I'm here to cure your daughter and my soon-to-be wife," Klaus said with a smile that made his mother-in-law's frown deepen.
"By the way, Queenie, how long until your breakthrough?" Klaus asked again.
"In two days," Queenie replied, holding onto Klaus's hand. She looked fearful of the woman standing before her.
[It's a natural reaction. The woman possesses a very powerful bloodline, which causes the curse to weigh down on Queenie when she's near. And now that her aura is starting to leak, it seems to be affecting her even more,] the senior spoke before Klaus could ask.
"Why don't we do it now?" Klaus declared, forming a hand seal. Queenie's expression shifted.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC403 Preparing for another Tribulation
Queen Lunara stood there, gazing at Klaus as he continued to form hand seals. It wasn't just her—Queenie also stood there, watching him as if she were witnessing something forbidden for the first time.
The only person who seemed to be taking it well was Ohema.
Of course, she had seen Klaus's madness many times, so she was somewhat used to it. Klaus was simply an entity that nobody could fully understand.
"Don't sweat it, Mom. He's just that weird; you'll get used to it," Ohema said, a proud smile on her face.
"What do you mean?" Queen Lunara asked.
"If he says he can cure his sister, then just trust him. He will do it," Ohema said.
"I'm not talking about that... What did he mean when he said they should have the tribulation now?" she asked, narrowing her gaze at Ohema.
"He knew Queenie has an Asura constitution, Mom, and because of that, he has reason to believe the heavens would try to kill her during her tribulation... But don't worry, he won't let that happen."
"And you trust him?" Queen Lunara asked.
"Of course, he is my husband, after all. But even if he wasn't, He not only saved me, but he also gave me a cultivation technique that I can use to cultivate the Poison Body." Ohema said with a smile
"You two should talk after he helps Sister." She wanted to hide some things, but she knew her mother. The woman could be unreasonable at times, so she had to say something while pushing the rest onto Klaus.
Just as the mother and daughter were having their back-and-forth conversation, Klaus formed the last hand seal. A red rune appeared in his hand, glowing red like blood. Explore stories on empire
He turned to Queenie, who was silent, looking at him with many questions. But today, Klaus wasn't about to answer any questions.
He was about to make a very difficult decision that would determine her fate—or, more accurately, their fate.
After all, while he didn't know it yet, he had found yet another Star light. Depending on Queenie's decision, Klaus might be one step closer to achieving the goals he had set before entering his first reincarnation, or he might fail before he even began.
It all came down to one important question.
"Queenie, do you trust me?" Klaus asked, no longer teasing or playing around.
The question was vital for what Klaus wanted to do next, so he had to ask. If she didn't have complete trust in him, he wouldn't be able to proceed, which, in turn, would mean Queenie would face death in her upcoming tribulation.
Klaus needed her complete trust. Even though they barely knew each other, he was certain she was someone crucial to him. His third incarnation as the Asura god confirmed this, so he had to do whatever it took to save her.
The important question, though, was whether Queenie trusted him enough. So he asked and waited for her response.
Queenie stood there, staring at Klaus without blinking. It took a full ten minutes before she finally blinked and spoke.
"For some reason, I feel like I can 100% trust you, which is both scary and shocking. And for some reason, I also feel like I should tie you down and give you a good beating.
"It feels like something I've wanted to do for a very long time, even though we've only known each other for a few days," Queenie said, making Queen Lunara and Ohema raise an eyebrow.
'Just a few days, and you've already kissed him?' That was the question running through their minds. But they kept quiet, waiting to hear her decision.
"I don't know who you are, Klaus, but deep down, I know I can trust you completely, even with my life. So, I'm going to follow my heart and trust you.
But if I die trusting you, my ghost will haunt you every single night."
Klaus smiled upon hearing her answer. Queen Lunara and Ohema did the same. Her response was amusing, despite the tense situation.
"Mother-in-law, I suppose you have a place where we can have the tribulation?" Klaus turned to Queen Lunara and asked.
"Of course, but you're not planning on having the tribulation with her, are you?" she asked.
"Of course not," Klaus smiled. "She will be sitting this one out while I handle the tribulation for her," he added, leaving everyone, including Ohema, stunned with jaws hanging open.
"You are not serious, Klaus; this is a tribulation for an Ascendant. You can't handle it at your current level," Queenie said, her face tense.
"You said you trust me completely, so let me handle this. The heavens and I are like best buds; this will be a breeze," Klaus laughed before turning back to his mother-in-law.
"Kindly take us there and ensure nobody disturbs us until I give the order," Klaus said. He was about to gamble his life and didn't want these moon people to cause trouble for him.
"Are you sure?" Ohema asked, worry etched across her face. "If something happens to you, I won't be able to face your mother," she added.
"Don't worry, love, I will be fine," Klaus said reassuringly, then looked at his mother-in-law.
She sighed and waved her hand. In the next moment, they were standing atop a towering mountain structure. Klaus quickly glanced around, taking in the scenery.
"Looks like humans have a long way to go if they want to achieve space travel," he muttered.
It felt like a world of humans all around him, unlike how the human scientist had described it to be. To them, the moon was just dust condensed somehow.
It was said one couldn't breathe on the moon, but Klaus was breathing just fine, and the spiritual qi he was absorbing was surprisingly potent.
If he were to spend a year there, he could form all nine Star Cores without using external energies like cores.
The place was truly made for cultivation. Of course, it had its own challenges, and Klaus planned to learn more about them later.
"Your last tribulation—how many stages were there?" Klaus asked, turning to Queenie.
"Six stages," Queenie replied, making Klaus nod thoughtfully.
[Brat, if you join her in the tribulation, it will become something entirely different. Don't waste your time by knowing how her previous one went. Just brace yourself for the heavens' cruelty. The tribulation of an Asura Born is no joke.]
Klaus sighed, then turned to Ohema and her mother.
"Whatever happens, don't enter the tribulation. Even if my life is at stake, do not interfere." The mother and daughter nodded. Klaus nodded back. In the next moment, they vanished and reappeared 20 kilometers away.
"Are you ready?" Klaus asked, turning to Queenie.
"I am, but are you sure about this?"
"Don't worry; when I'm done, the heavens will think a million times before setting their sights on you," Klaus smiled. "Sit in a lotus posture and release all defenses around your soul," he instructed.
Queenie obeyed, doing as she was told. Klaus extended his hand, letting the blood-red rune merge with her forehead.
The moment the rune entered her forehead, the sky darkened, and tribulation clouds began to form. Klaus looked up and smiled.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC404 The Tribulation Started
Klaus looked up as the clouds began to darken more and more. He knew the heavens wouldn't hold back in trying to kill him this time. Continue reading on empire
But he didn't care; he had only come to take what belonged to him. If they wanted to bless him with tribulation runes, who was he to refuse?
[Okay, brat. Thanks to forming your first Star Core, your Star Qi reserve has increased greatly. Just try not to die, and when this is all over, you will reap great benefits,] the senior responded, sounding pleased.
Suddenly, Klaus felt 70% of his Star Qi drain. At the same time, a massive Tribulation Prison filled his soul sea. Now, he could sense that he could store all the lightning in the heavens inside.
After all, he had expanded the Tribulation Prison to cover an area approximately 30 square kilometers wide. It was large enough to help him store a vast amount of lightning beasts.
***
All over the Moon, or at least in the safe part where 500,000 moon-borns resided, people began to notice the tribulation clouds forming in the distance.
"Look, someone is facing their tribulation. But who?" someone said, gazing toward the clouds.
"Judging by the intensity, I'd say it's someone at the Sovereign stage or maybe even the Transcendent stage," another person commented.
"I can even feel the danger from all the way here. Whoever they are, I think they are stronger, definitely a Transcendent"
"I haven't seen clouds this dark before. Is this truly a tribulation" an older woman said, her voice trembling slightly.
"Makes me wonder what kind of person has invoked such a tribulation."
All over the moon, many were speculating about who was about to face their tribulation. However, no one moved in the direction of the tribulation ground.
Of course, not many knew that the Queen's youngest had returned to face her tribulation. As far as most were concerned, the Queen's daughter had long died from an illness when she was just 14.
The Queen had told them that when she brought Queenie away to Earth. Back when there wasn't any spiritual Qi in the air, the moon people had their own way of reaching Earth undetected.
This of course raises the question: was Earth truly that vulnerable?
They managed to come and go without the humans noticing them. Had they wanted to, they could have subdued Earth before the military even noticed.
Earth was vulnerable, a truly pathetic situation considering that billions in taxes were spent to ensure Earth was defended from any form of threat.
Ohema and her mother standing 20 km away, continued to watch the tribulation ground, where Klaus could be seen cupping Queenie's cheeks.
"What is he doing?" Queen Lunara asked. It was clear she didn't like that Klaus monopolized both her daughters.
"Are you jealous, Mom?" Ohema teased, looking at her mother with a smile.
"Tsk... I just want this to be over and my daughter safe," she muttered, slightly clenching her fist.
"Looks like you are jealous, Mom, but fear not. Klaus will save her, and since he said she would be cured of her situation, he will ensure she was cured," Ohema said, taking her hand.
"You really trust him, huh?" Queen Lunara asked, looking at her daughter. Ohema was their agent on Earth, building an empire that their people could depend on once they invaded Earth.
"I do, Mom, and you should too. But even if you don't, just wait and watch. I am sure by the end of this tribulation, you will be impressed and might even beg him to join the moon race. Of course, he is already part of us, considering he has claimed the princess," Ohema teased.
"And he is on track to claim yet another," she added with a grin.
"You... When did you become this shameless?" Queen Lunara said, looking at her daughter with a bewildered gaze.
Ohema smiled and looked toward Klaus. "He is a bad influence, I guess," she muttered with a smile.
Whoosh! Whoosh!
Suddenly, seven figures appeared up ahead and landed beside the queen and her daughter.
"Grand Elders," Ohema said, paying her respects. These seven women were all Ascendants and each a striking beauty.
"Princess... Queen," they also paid their respects before shifting their gazes to the tribulation.
"Is that—" one of them, named Zeloria, began to ask.
"Yes, that is my daughter, Queenie. She has returned to face her tribulation," Queen Lunara said, looking at Queenie and Klaus, whose foreheads were now touching.
It made her wonder just what the white-haired bastard was doing.
"Who is that youngster with her? Is he the intruder... I mean, the human who returned with Princess Ohema?" another, named Nyselle, asked, staring daggers at Klaus.
"Yes, and he is not just any mere human; he is my husband," Ohema said, asserting her claim. She did not like how they were referring to her husband.
"Wait, is he facing the tribulation with her? He is merely a Grandmaster."
"My husband is not a weakling, Grand Elder Ylthia," Ohema said, staring at the elder with her purple-silver eyes. It was clear she did not appreciate the way they were looking down on her man.
"Don't get me wrong, Princess, but aren't you being a bit naive to think a mere human can handle the tribulation of an Ascendant?"
"I know my man. He is better than all these so-called men on the moon," Ohema fired back.
It was evident there was tension between her and Grand Elder Ylthia. Ohema did not like her, and from Ylthia's tone, it was clear she did not accept that Ohema had chosen a human.
"Enough," Queen Lunara interjected before things could escalate further.
"We are all here to watch, so why don't we remain silent and watch? Whether he survives or not has nothing to do with your bickering."
"Sorry, Mother."
"Sorry, my Queen."
The two fell silent and turned their attention to the tribulation ground, where Queenie was now sitting in a lotus posture.
"Klaus, I know you said you can handle this, but an Ascendant's tribulation is no joke. You might not be able to withstand it," Queenie said.
"Relax, I came prepared," Klaus said, and with a thought, the Lightning Source Diagram appeared, hovering above Queenie. It formed a transparent barrier around her.
It is the method he would be using to mask her from the heavens. Although a tribulation meant for an Ascendant was approaching, it would be directed at his level. However, in Klaus's case, the heavens would not respond lightly.
As a paragon, this was an opportunity for the heavens to eliminate him. So, despite his efforts to deceive them, the tribulation that would descend was likely to be at the level of a Sovereign or, worse, a Transcendent.
Klaus, of course, would soon discover this the hard way.
"No matter what, you must not come out of this barrier," Klaus said. Although reluctant, Queenie nodded at his words.
"Good. Now, watch how I handle the heavens," Klaus said as he stepped forward. Just as he had anticipated, the heavens began to focus on him instead of Queenie.
Suddenly, the sky roared, and like a powerful tide, the clouds parted as thousands of lightning monsters poured out.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC405 Started with Sea of Monsters
The monsters began to pour out, painting the sky with their hordes. A single glance was enough to tell that these monsters were Tier 6. The heavens were indeed tricky, but recognizing Klaus's nature as a paragon, they unleashed their full force right from the start.
[Brat, are you ready?] the senior asked from within his soul sea.
Klaus replied with a smile.
[Then be prepared, because although the heavens were forced to tone it down, these monsters are not weak. In fact, they are at the level of Tier 7 monsters.]
[Good. However, even though these monsters are far more powerful, the tribulation runes are rich in energy. Absorbing them will greatly benefit the formation of your next core,]
The senior advised, making sure Klaus understood the underlying implication.
Since the tribulation was meant for an Ascendant, the energy it contained was suitable for someone of that level. This meant that if someone like Klaus, who was only a Grandmaster, absorbed it, he would gain energy sufficient for an Ascendant.
Of course, this posed a disadvantage for Queenie, who was meant to be the one absorbing the runes.
But Klaus knew better.
Given that her nature as an Asura would awaken once the tribulation was over, she wouldn't need that energy.
Her growth from then on would come from absorbing the blood of the monsters she defeated. That would be how she would evolve moving forward—as a true Asura.
She would have to rely on blood or resources containing sufficient blood qi. Of course, a good slaughter was exactly what she needed every day.
"Here we go," Klaus said before forming a hand seal.
The next moment, a large dark hole swirled ominously above, covering a wide area. Klaus decided to call it the TPP (Tribulation Prison Portal).
As soon as the TPP appeared, it began swallowing hundreds of monsters pouring out of the tribulation cloud. Those that were trying to move a few meters away from its deep dark maw were being sucked in by an invisible force.
However, not all were caught by the TPP; some managed to evade its maw and headed toward Klaus. Some flew toward him, while others moved on the ground.
Klaus didn't even need to look at them as two sets of Viper Piercing Needles appeared. He had ordered these through Madam Fei after delivering some monster bodies to her. A set of Viper Piercing Needles, among other spirit weapons, had been included in the order.
The needles merged, forming two 64-inch thick, pointed Void Piercing Needles. One started piercing through the monsters on the ground while the other worked in the air.
"What is that a black hole?" Queenie suddenly asked. Klaus turned to face her.
"I call it the TPP, Tribulation Prison Portal. I am trapping the lightning for later use," Klaus said with a smile.
"You what?" Queenie raised an eyebrow.
"You know, there is no better gift than the one from the heavens", Klaus joked.
Under normal circumstances, a cultivator could only absorb so much, so most of the tribulation runes would go to waste. Their body can only take much before rejecting the rest, regardless of the stage of the tribulation.
This was why the senior made him start storing them for later use. With the monsters trapped in the tribulation prison, he would later be able to absorb it or, in his case, use it for various purposes.
Streams of runes soon began entering his body, making Klaus smile with satisfaction. He couldn't believe the heavens would bless him so soon after becoming a grandmaster.
The Void Piercing Needles were doing their relentless work, piercing through the heads of the monsters to ensure none came within 2 km of him, whether on the ground or in the air.
"Is it just me, or is that human trapping the monsters?" one of the Grand Elders, Zyrana, said, watching closely as hundreds of monsters were swallowed by the dark maw of the swirling hole.
"He is indeed trapping the lightning monsters. But how is that even possible? Where is he storing them? Is that perhaps just a technique that kills the monsters as they enter the dark hole?" Grand Elder Ylthia asked, clearly taken aback.
Ohema, who, perhaps due to an unspoken grudge with Grand Elder Ylthia, smirked and said in an arrogant tone,
"My mere grandmaster human husband is not so simple, huh? You haven't seen anything yet."
Her prideful words even made her mother, who was trying her best to understand the nature of Klaus's TPP, look at her as if expecting more answers.
They all were. The seven Grand Elders stared at her with a gaze that demanded answers, but Ohema had no intention of revealing her husband's secret. Grand Elder Ylthia, however, was not about to back down.
"Although you say he is your husband, remember that you are a Princess of the Moonborns, and it is your duty as a spy to inform us of any potential threats to our race. This human seems to fit that profile."
Ohema narrowed her eyes at Ylthia, ensuring the elder felt the weight of her gaze.
"I am not your spy, nor did I ever agree to your absurd idea of gauging the strength of humans and invading them.
"And before you even think of threatening my man, know that aside from my mother, none of you can take me on, and even if you did, I would not go down alone."
Her aura began to seep out, making the seven elders' eyes widen in surprise. They could sense she meant every word she said. But Ohema wasn't finished; she turned to her mother.
"Mother, or should I call you Queen? If you do not warn them to stay away from Klaus, I will make it my mission to destroy this place. In this life, only one person matters to me, and that is Klaus, my husband."
With those words, Ohema vanished and reappeared 10 km away, leaving shocked expressions on the faces of her mother and the seven elders, who, for some reason, began to feel a deep, inexplicable fear.
They could feel that going further with their threat will mean certain doom for them. It was the kind of invisible feeling one just couldn't understand. Continue your journey with empire
Even Queen Lunara could feel it. It hung over her, telling her not to anger her daughter any further.
"She is always a quick-tempered person. Let me go talk to her," Queen Lunara said, also vanishing only to appear beside Ohema, who immediately turned her back on her.
"I am not here to fight, it's your sister's Tribulation after all" Queen Lunara said touching her shoulder. "Talk to me", She added.
Ohema did not say anything for a few seconds. She sighed and then said,
"Not until a few days ago, the humans have no idea we exist. So no matter the danger we are in here on the moon, we cannot just choose to invade them.
"Sister will soon be on the same level as you after her breakthrough, which means if we evade them, many will die. So Mom, for her sake, talk to the grand elders because if they don't stop that lofty pride and choose to do anything stupid, they will doom us all."
Ohema said, looking toward Klaus, who was just standing and talking to Queenie while the monsters poured in. The tribulation runes are also pouring into his body, fueling his second Qi Sea.
"Then what should we do" Queen Lunara asked, her expression serious.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC406 Lightning Leviathans Descended
The tribulation cloud was still thick, churning ominously as monsters made of lightning continued to pour out.
The TPP was still absorbing them, significantly reducing the burden on Klaus. The Void Piercing Needles were efficiently killing the monsters both in the air and on the ground, causing streams of tribulation runes to flow into his body like a waterfall.
His body was absorbing so many tribulation runes that his second qi sea started surging with energy, forming faster than before. It was being filled with so much energy that the core was developing more rapidly than Klaus had ever anticipated.
He wasn't concerned about how quickly the second Paragon Star diagram was forming the core; his concern lay in how fast the space inside his Tribulation Prison was filling up.
[This is a tribulation for an ascendant, without a doubt. The number of monsters emerging will only increase as time passes. However, since you've begun forming the second Star Core, once it is complete, the prison can be further expanded, creating more space for you to capture additional monsters.]
[Then you can divide your soul strength between handling the tribulation and absorbing the runes from the monsters within your soul sea. Of course, you can also let the dragon, which is currently undergoing its upgrade, absorb alongside you.
This way, the more monsters pour in, the more energy you absorb. Once you manage to form the core, you will regain your soul strength, which will be highly beneficial.]
Klaus moved to sit beside Queenie. "I'm going to start cultivating now," he said.
Queenie nodded. She could only nod and observe since there was nothing she could do but sit back and watch Klaus handle everything.
Klaus formed a series of hand seals that had no noticeable effect on the outside. However, internally, inside his soul sea, the monsters trapped within the tribulation prison began bursting into runes that flowed into the second qi sea.
Another stream of runes entered the dragon, now encased in a large cocoon as it was undergoing an upgrade, a transformation that would make it even more powerful.
Externally, the Void Piercing Needles continued their relentless task of killing the monsters for him. His mind was controlling them, making sure his senses stayed sharp now that he had divided his attention.
***
Ohema and her mother stood watching Klaus with different expressions. Pride was evident on Ohema's face, while shock was written all over her mother's. She was indeed stunned.
Earlier, her mother had asked Ohema how they could move forward, considering that in a few years, living on the moon would no longer be an option. Life was not easy for them, even though they were stronger than the people on Earth.
They had planned to invade Earth and claim it for themselves, but from what Ohema had just shared, that was no longer an option.
When her mother asked again, Ohema simply told her to keep watching Klaus. However, she asked her to observe not as someone who was saving her daughter, but merely as a Grandmaster stage expert facing the tribulation of an Ascendant.
When she did, she understood what Ohema meant. Klaus was defying all logic to an extent that even she, the strongest person on both Earth and the moon, couldn't comprehend.
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"If you want our people to have a place to live in the coming years, then you will have to form an alliance with Earth and hope they accept it. Of course, if Klaus manages to save Sister, then it will be simpler for you.
But if you even attempt to use hostile force against them, then I hate to inform you, Mother, you and our people will lose," Ohema said with a calm expression.
Rumble! Rumble!
At that moment, the heavens roared, and the tribulation clouds grew even more ominous.
"The first stage is over; here comes the second stage," Klaus said, standing up.
He gazed up at the clouds and waited for the second stage to reveal itself.
He didn't have to wait long before something huge emerged from the clouds, instantly filling the tribulation ground with a heavy presence.
Soon, the creature made its full appearance: a 150-meter-long Lightning Leviathan. As its massive body unfurled, Klaus felt his movements being restricted. The heavens were trying to bind him.
"Tsk," Klaus smirked, a small smile appearing on his lips.
Suddenly, a crescent-shaped item materialized and began hovering behind him. His second spirit weapon, the Crescent Arc/disc, had appeared.
It spun behind him, and without wasting any time, the two Void Piercing Needles that had managed to eliminate the remaining monsters zoomed forward, bypassing the TPP and reaching the Leviathan.
The Crescent Arc also moved, and before the Leviathan could get within the range of the TPP, all three weapons pierced through its body, killing it instantly. The runes swirled around and then, like a waterfall, began pouring into Klaus's body.
"Damn, what a bunch of rich tribulation runes. I want more," Klaus shouted, and the heavens responded to his challenge.
From the tribulation clouds, dozens of Leviathans started to appear. Klaus's smile widened. He knew he was in for a feast.
More tribulation runes for him to consume.
The Void-Piercing Needles went to work, as did the Crescent Arc. Klaus's mind was focused on controlling them to strike quicker and more efficiently.
However, not all of the Leviathans were being killed. Some entered the TPP, and immediately, they were transformed into runes, which were then absorbed into the second star core inside his soul sea.
It was forming faster than Klaus had anticipated. The runes he was absorbing now were several times richer in energy than those from his tribulation.
Klaus quickly realized that if he played his cards right, he could form multiple cores before the tribulation ended. He was making progress, albeit slowly.
Time passed, and hundreds of Leviathans continued to emerge from the clouds, but Klaus, who had already cultivated the [Sage Mind] technique to the third stage and the [Unshakable Mind] even further, was hardly exerting any effort in his attacks.
He simply stood in front of Queenie, hands behind his back, controlling the spirit weapons with his mind. Meanwhile, the second Paragon Star Diagram was handling the absorption. It was all going easy for him.
However, to those watching, this was something they never expected. Klaus was just a mere human in their eyes, yet somehow, he was facing the tribulation of an Ascendant with a finesse that suggested he wasn't even concerned with the heavens themselves.
"Naturally, I wouldn't say anything. But how is it possible for a mere Grandmaster stage cultivator to do this? Is there no logic in the world anymore?" Grand Elder Ylthia muttered coldly, her gaze fixed on Klaus, her thoughts not friendly at all.
But for now, she held her tongue, as the tribulation continued.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC407 Three Levels of the Tower Descended, Second Star Core formed
Inside Klaus's soul sea, the second qi sea was gradually forming as more tribulation runes were being absorbed, both from the ones Klaus was directly taking in and those coming through from the Tribulation Prison.
At this point, one could say it was more like tribulation rune farming rather than a heavenly tribulation for an Ascendant.
Klaus was making it look so effortless that those watching, with the exception of Ohema, were in disbelief. It was hard to stay composed, considering the anomaly causing such an event.
Just a few weeks ago, these individuals had gathered and planned to invade Earth and seize the planet for their race. This was because only a fourth of the moon was habitable. The remaining three-quarters were inhospitable.
Their living space was shrinking as time passed. Like Earth, the moon had its share of monsters. But unlike Earth, the monsters here were far more vicious.
Perhaps due to the dense spiritual qi on the moon, the monsters were significantly stronger than most found on Earth. Because of this, the moon's inhabitants wanted to relocate. They needed a planet instead of a moon; then again, the moon was their home.
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But they needed a safer space. Although their manpower was limited, with Ohema included, they had eight Ascendant stage experts, one Void stage expert, and several Sovereigns. This gave them a great deal of confidence.
However, their reality was shattered by the person currently handling the tribulation for an Ascendant. They needed to rethink their plans, or else things wouldn't go well for them if they made any foolish move.
Who knew how many people like Klaus were hiding on Earth?
Rumble! Rumble! Rumble!
The heavens rumbled, and when the last Leviathan was sucked into the TPP, the dense, dark clouds of the tribulation began to churn.
"The third stage is coming, also this is where I always start to suffer," Queenie said to Klaus, looking very worried. Indeed, she was. This was where the heavens always played their trick.
"I am fine, my Overlord. You just have to sit down and let me handle it for you," Klaus smiled.
"But things might get ugly from here onward, so if you can't watch, you can start reciting the mantra I showed you. That will calm your mind."
"You are taking this rather easily. Aren't you scared?" she asked again. Truth be told, she had been thinking of Klaus ever since she kissed him and ran off.
She had been thinking about what to do when she broke through and returned to Earth. Of course, that was shattered when Klaus appeared on the moon.
Currently, she doesn't know what to do. So she just sat there like a child, following every arrangement Klaus made without uttering a single question. Of course, her heart was beating rather fast just looking into his eyes.
Now, she started to understand some of the perverted things Nari used to tell her. She cursed herself for not paying attention to them more. Thankfully, Klaus wasn't making any moves on her yet, so she could only hope things would work out in the end.
"Don't worry, I won't die until I kiss those lips," Klaus said with a smile, making her heart nearly shatter.
'His smile is contagious,' she thought.
Suddenly, the base of the lightning tower appeared, bringing with it a terrifying will that declared the heavens were not happy about what was happening. However, they couldn't bypass the rules imposed by the Lightning Source diagram.
It was shielding Queenie's presence despite her invoking the tribulation. Right now, it was a tribulation for an Ascendant, but it had to adapt to a Grandmaster with too much karma attached to him because he was a Paragon.
A very complicated situation for the heavens. Klaus wasn't just manipulating them; he was also defying them openly.
They could feel it. The Paragon they aimed to kill was growing stronger. However, they couldn't do anything but follow the rules of the tribulation and hope his luck would run out.
If they were to go against the rules, it would cause more harm than good. Of course, they could choose to take that risk and use any means necessary to kill Klaus, but doing so would cause too much damage.
Who knew how many of their own would perish in their effort to kill one person? But was Klaus just an ordinary person?
This was the question that led the heavens to play a new game against him. Klaus was about to witness their cruelty, using sheer numbers to try to kill him without breaking any rules.
Since Klaus had found a loophole, they had found one to exploit as well.
Of course, their loophole was within Klaus's calculations.
They were about to send a horde of monsters made of tribulation runes. But funnily, Klaus also needed a large number of tribulation runes himself. In a way, it was a win-win-win-lose-win situation for Klaus.
He would win because his loophole was working. The heavens would also win because they found a way to overwhelm him with their numbers. Then he would win again because the tribulation runes would continue pouring in.
It was their loss, as they couldn't stop what they had started. In the end, Klaus would win because he capitalized on the cruelty and whims of the heavens.
Rumble!
Doors and windows opened in the tower, and like a waterfall, monsters began pouring out. The heavens made their move, sending out the first level of the tower and unleashing thousands of monsters.
Klaus smiled and transmitted to the senior.
[Okay, brat.]
Klaus clapped his hands together and began forming hand seals. A second later, the Bell of Harrows appeared, covering Queenie. This startled her briefly.
"Relax," Klaus said with a smile before taking out his last Spirit Weapon, the Razor Disc. At the same time, his eyes turned red—the Eye of Malevolence had been activated. His aura began to surge.
He then started channeling energy into the Bell of Harrows.
Ding!
The Bell of Harrows rang, and like a sonic wave, a surge of powerful sonic waves burst out. What followed were crumbling monsters turning into tribulation runes. Klaus was starting to get serious.
The Razor Disc surged forward, slicing through the monsters as if they were made of butter.
Inside his soul sea, the runes were surging into the second qi sea, rapidly getting absorbed as the Core slowly began to take shape.
The first core looked like a small star with rings of asteroids around it; the second was forming similarly. The core of the second one was star-shaped, with rings slowly revolving around it as they took shape.
The Dragon Cocoon was also receiving its share of the runes. Klaus didn't know how much it needed to fully upgrade, but he knew that once it did, he would be unstoppable, even in front of sovereigns.
The three Spirit Weapons were doing the killing, and the runes were flowing in like a river.
Five minutes into the third stage of the tribulation, the second Star Core was formed.
The heavens regretted their move, so they made another. The tower descended further, and the second and third levels opened simultaneously.
Klaus smiled.
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THE LAST PARAGON IN THE APOCALYPSEC408 Sea of Colossal Lightning Monsters
"Are those knights?" Klaus muttered, gazing up at the sky, which was filled with thousands of tribulation monsters, chains, and knights wielding swords.
"This is ridiculous," Klaus said, unable to believe his eyes. The first level of the tower was unleashing monsters—thousands of them pouring out as if there was no end.
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The second level was raining down chains that, according to the senior, were both lethal and full of energy. Of course, Klaus focused on the energy-rich aspect; he needed it to form more cores.
Two cores had already formed, and the third was beginning. Despite the continuous flow of monsters emerging from the tower, they stood no chance against the TPP. It was drawing them in like a magnet or a black hole.
In a sense, it did share similarities with a black hole, swallowing them while the second Paragon Star Diagram did its work. The formation of the third core was already underway, and Klaus felt a surge of happiness and strength.
His body was now filled with energy, and as the four spirit weapons continued to move at the command of his thoughts, more runes flowed into his body.
However, the third level, now raining down knights wielding swords, caught Klaus off guard. The last time the third level had taken action, it was chains that emerged. Yet today, these figures, although similar, appeared to him as knights.
[Brat, I have expanded the Tribulation Prison to 60 square kilometers; you can now extend the TPP to cover a wider area.]
The senior, of course, ignored him. Klaus knew he was concerned about karma, but to him, karma was the least of his worries.
"I need to stretch my limbs," Klaus said, forming a hand seal. The TPP expanded slightly, now covering half of the tribulation ground and leaving the other half for the spirit weapons.
The two 64-inch Void Piercing Needles were doing their job, piercing through the bodies of the monsters as if tearing through the void.
Naturally, this was how the needles were meant to work, or more accurately, it was the nature of the technique—the Void Piercing Needle. Klaus didn't know if he would ever fully master it, but for now, he needed it for the tribulation, and it was working wonders.
The Crescent Disc was the same, zipping through the monsters as if there was no tomorrow. Klaus wasn't using any technique for it; he was simply spinning it, and like the moon, it sliced through the monsters as easily as tofu.
The last one was also doing its job. The Razor Disc was similar to the Crescent Disc, but it moved in the horizontal direction, unlike the Crescent Disc, which moved and killed in a vertical format.
"Let me stretch my limbs a bit. I'll be back soon," Klaus said to Queenie, who was encased in the Bell. Klaus wasn't concerned about her safety, considering she wasn't visible to the heavens.
However, covering her with the Bell of Harrows, which released sonic attacks, made him feel better inside.
His lightning wings burst open, and a spear appeared in his hand. Before anyone could blink, Klaus was in the air, slaying monsters. Trails of lightning and tribulation runes followed him.
"I've seen many things, but this is just unbelievable," Queen Lunara said, looking up at Klaus as he drove his spear through the monsters, bursting them apart as if they were made of balloons.
"You think I would fall in love with just anyone?" Ohema smiled, watching Klaus decimate the heavens like some kind of lightning god.
He was a bath of lightning, and monsters kept bursting apart everywhere he passed.
"How strong is his mental strength? How can he be controlling four spirit weapons and still fighting in close combat at the same time?" Queen Lunara just couldn't believe her eyes anymore.
"Like I said, Mother, if you don't want the moon race to perish, it would be best to seize this opportunity and form a strong alliance with the two down there.
"Queenie might recover from her situation if Klaus manages to pass the tribulation—of course, I know he will. So when it happens, you can form that alliance, which I know will be easy considering you are her mother and also his mother-in-law.
"Trust me, you don't want to listen to those grand elders who think they are above everyone," Ohema said.
"You make it sound like he holds some influence in the human world. Weren't you the same person who said only your sister and her friends hold that much power?" Queen Lunara asked.
In truth, Ohema was sent to Earth to blend in and start building an empire for them while keeping an eye out for potential threats. Of course, knowing that her sister was the strongest on Earth, she knew she had to influence her somehow.
But that all changed when she set her eyes on Klaus. Back then, she was just curious, but after spending just a day with him, she started to fall for him.
Then it happened. Now, she doesn't want her people to fight with Klaus's people, as that would be bad for both sides.
Of course, her mother can be easily swayed. The Grand Elders, on the other hand, are a different story. They don't want to ally with the humans; they want to rule them. So they planned to attack, which was a better strategy than a few months ago.
Even the queen supported it, but things are different now.
"Klaus doesn't have much power at the moment, Mother, but give him a few years, and you will see. That being said, Queenie will be on the same level as you once she breaks through, and knowing Klaus, she will become several times stronger than you in just a few years.
"So, Mother, use this tribulation as an eye-opener to talk to those seven. If they don't want retribution, they should start crafting a speech that would convince those two to ally with them.
"I hold enough influence down there to ensure our people transition to Earth without much difficulty. After all, that was why you sent me there in the first place," Ohema said to her mother before turning to Klaus, who was moving through the air, killing lightning monsters like Craxy.
Her mother looked at her, then at Klaus, and then at Queenie, before sighing. If she was being honest with herself, she knew what her daughter said was the truth.
There are 500,000 of them on the moon, and if they were to go to war with the humans, they would incur too many casualties, which, in the end, would be disastrous for them.
After all, a moon-born can only birth one child, and that's all—unless, of course, you manage to birth twins like she did.
She needed to be queen and make sure her people got the best. After casting a sidelong glance at the proud Ohema, she disappeared and reappeared beside the seven Grand Elders. It was time to make a decision.
Of course, the tribulation continues.
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