Xu Jian (sarcastically, as he wiped his hand):
"What do you want me to say? Yes, I killed her... bursting into hysterical laughter. You should've seen how her head exploded—ah, truly, what a delightful sight."
Arthur (angrily):
"This is madness, Xu Jian! Killing is necessary only when required—but you enjoy it. That's not normal."
Xu Jian slowly stood up and leaned against the wall:
"Relax, man. A few extra bodies here and there won't hurt. Remember… every piece on the board plays its role."
He wiped his chin and slicked his black hair back. His presence was terrifying—like a demon risen from hell.
Arthur (firmly):
"Xu Jian, you're consuming everyone. This isn't chess anymore. You're destr—"
Xu Jian, ignoring him as he walked toward the door:
"You've played your part."
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The battle erupted between Xu Jian and the mastermind, who had transformed into a full-fledged demon, revealing his power. The air was thick with immense energy and destruction. The ground shook beneath them.
With his usual mocking smile and confident gaze, Xu Jian said coldly:
"Where is the strength you're so proud of? Is this all you've got?"
With a flash of speed, Xu Jian soared through the air, grabbed the demon with both hands, and lifted him high. Then, he delivered a thunderous punch that sent the demon crashing down into the rubble, shattering the earth beneath him.
Xu Jian hovered in the air, his black hair billowing in the dark aura around him. He laughed maniacally:
"Hahahahaha! I know you're not the type to fall easily... but it's fun watching you suffer."
Suddenly, the demon struck back with a surprise move. He pulled out a massive blade wrapped in dark energy and drove it into Xu Jian's shoulder, unleashing a horrifying scene.
He tried to rip the blade out and strike again, but Xu Jian caught his arm in an iron grip, dark aura surging through his hands.
From afar, Li Wei and Arthur watched the battle with tense expressions. They rushed toward the scene, but Xu Jian released a crushing wave of energy that pushed them back.
Xu Jian declared with conviction:
"Stay back! This is my fight. No one interferes!"
At that moment, behind Xu Jian, a massive fiery entity began to take form—shaped like a legendary knight holding a flaming sword. Its aura was equal to the fires of hell themselves.
The demon, surprised and furious, shouted:
**"What is this?! Your secret weapon? Do you have more?!"
Xu Jian, with a cold smirk, replied:**
"Maybe... Let's see if you're worthy of it."
The flaming figure charged at the demon, unleashing a symphony of destruction. At the same time, Xu Jian himself began landing blow after blow on the demon—each punch stronger than the last. Each strike cracked the earth, sending shockwaves through the forest.
Watching in awe, Li Wei muttered to himself:
"What madness is this...? He's destroying everything around him... Is this really the Xu Jian I know?"
The forest was filled with ash, fallen trees, and air saturated with the scent of fire and devastating energy. This wasn't just a battle—it was total annihilation, defying nature itself.
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In the shadows of the ruined forest, a mysterious figure appeared. He stood at a distance from the chaos, perfectly concealing his energy. From his pocket, he pulled out a burning scroll and began reading it in a low voice, as if reciting a secret message. When he finished, he smiled cryptically and whispered:
"Master... the plan has begun."
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Elsewhere, Arthur watched the battle from afar, trees crashing around him from the overwhelming force. He spoke with growing tension:
"My God… this isn't a fight—it's pure madness. If we don't intervene, we'll lose control completely!"
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Back in the arena of destruction:
Xu Jian began to feel exhaustion creeping in, but the gleam of madness still controlled his eyes. His body pulsed with power, surging forward despite the strain.
Xu Jian shouted:
"You think I'll stop?! Come on—show me EVERYTHING YOU'VE GOT!"
The demon, hiding in the rubble, replied in shock:
"What is this madness?! Your aura is spreading everywhere. Have you lost your mind?! You're playing with fire—you'll destroy yourself before you destroy me!"
Chapter: Hellfire
"But the devil barely finishes his words before Xu Jian appears in front of him, suddenly, delivering a direct punch with all his strength that sends the devil crashing into a massive tree, which collapses under the weight of his body."
The devil, stunned: "How did you know my location?"
Xu Jian, smirking sarcastically: "My absolute domain doesn't allow anything to hide from me. I see everything, even behind me. And when I shattered my domain into fragments, I was enjoying watching you expose yourself moment by moment."
He pauses for a moment, then adds confidently:
"Even that treacherous stab in my shoulder... I could have avoided it, but I wanted to enjoy things more. Now, it's time to end the game."
The strange weather:
Xu Jian grabs his majestic sword, and in a decisive move, cuts his hand, letting the blood drip to the ground as he begins chanting strange incantations... A terrifying aura rises, lightning strikes the earth from the sky, tongues of flame whirl wildly, and the blood mixed with energy forms a massive magical circle.
The observers:
The scene terrifies everyone. The soldiers fighting each other stop, overwhelmed by the terrifying aura engulfing the place.
Li Wei, trembling: "What is Xu Jian doing? Is this part of his power?"
Arthur, shouting angrily: "There's something unnatural here… this power... it feels more like a destruction ritual than a battle."
Climax of the chapter:
Xu Jian raises his head, his eyes glowing red as the intense energy surrounding him forms a sword of lightning and fire. He looks at the devil and says in a roaring voice:
"This is the end… prepare to die."
At that moment, the earth starts shaking, the sky fills with black clouds. A shadowy figure watches silently from afar, whispering to himself:
"It seems the real battle has just begun. The Honored One will love this scene."
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Apartment – Midnight
Xu Jian tosses in his bed, Arthur's snoring filling the room. Suddenly, a massive wave of power shakes the apartment, shattering the window and causing the floor to tremble. Xu Jian wakes up in extreme tension, his features shifting instantly, rage igniting in his eyes, and his energy surging uncontrollably.
Xu Jian: "Who dares?!"
He unleashes his absolute domain, filling the room with suffocating energy. A strange figure appears in the shadows wearing a dark cloak. Xu Jian dashes like a lightning bolt, grabbing the figure and dragging him away. A fierce battle begins between them. Though powerful, the intruder manages to land a punch, but Xu Jian blocks it with his wrist, grabs the intruder's hand with deadly strength, about to deliver a crushing blow.
Melina from afar: "Stop! My god, I hesitated, he's completely enraged!"
She rushes toward the fight, but before she arrives, Arthur intervenes in an astonishing move, blocking the final blow and jumping at Xu Jian, grabbing him by the neck and unleashing a light electric shock to calm him—though it costs him dearly.
Arthur, angrily: "Are you kidding us?! What kind of stupid move was that?!"
Melina, with a calm smile: "I think I underestimated you both. You're worthy of fighting by my side. Tomorrow, our mission begins."
Arthur, sarcastically: "Tomorrow?! You break into our apartment, attack us, then tell us about a mission?! You little—!"
Before he finishes, a girl emerges from the darkness, restraining Arthur with strange silver hair that glows with a mysterious power.
Arthur, angrily: "Petty fights?! You break into our apartment and expect us to calm down? This is ridiculous!"
A massive burst of energy erupts from his body, a terrifying lightning aura forcing everyone back. Melina smiles, her eyes shining with excitement.
Arthur, pointing at the girl: "If that ant doesn't leave, I'll kill her right here without a care."
Melina, angrily: "Ant?! No one's ever dared insult me like that. Let's see who the real ant is now."
She rushes at Arthur in fury, but suddenly the Guild Master appears, ending the brawl with overwhelming authority.
Guild Master: "Enough. This nonsense ends now!"
Arthur restrains himself with difficulty, takes a deep breath, then carries the unconscious Xu Jian toward a new room.
Arthur, coldly, to the master: "Thanks."
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Next day – Guild Headquarters
Xu Jian, with a mocking laugh: "Didn't I tell you she'd be a stubborn whore?"
Arthur: "Indeed, you were right."
Xu Jian, grumbling: "Damn her. I was having a nice dream and she ruined it... damn it."
Arthur, laughing: "What a fool!"
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Front yard – New Team Meeting
Xu Jian and Arthur stand before an elegant man with the looks of a Spanish prince. His cold eyes scan them.
Xu Jian, thinking: He looks like one of the noble families. A prince.
Dikasius, with a small bow: "It's an honor to work with you, gentlemen."
Xu Jian, nonchalantly: "Alright, let's go. I'll find something fun in this mission."
Everyone heads toward the royal carriage. The tense aura between them promises more chaos and drama.
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Chaotic moment:
In a tense moment, the animal pulling the carriage goes wild. No one can control it. Suddenly, Xu Jian leans halfway out of the carriage to check what's happening, only to see a demonic woman flying, her face strange, disfigured, and covered in blood, surrounded by a terrifying aura.
Xu Jian doesn't hesitate, jumps toward her with a direct punch that sends her flying.
Xu Jian, mockingly:
"Oh darling, I know you're excited because there's a handsome man in the carriage."
Demoness: "Who are you?"
Xu Jian, in a confident, terrifying tone:
"Should the dead ask the name of their killer? You'll know me soon in hell… why rush?"
Demoness, seductively:
"Mmm… men like you excite me. Why not become my pet?"
Xu Jian's response is shocking—he launches a deadly attack that nearly ends her life instantly.
Xu Jian, angrily:
"No one has ever said something like that to me... I am the Honored One! Don't you know who I am?!"
A terrifying scream erupts from him as he releases all his power in one go. The atmosphere grows heavy and charged with energy.
Demoness: "What is this power?!"
At that moment, Xu Jian uses his unique technique, "Time Reversal," reversing time by two seconds for the demoness. To her, he seemed to vanish, rushing toward her. Suddenly, she feels something strange.
Demoness, panting: "What is happening?!