I should have realized it earlier… The moment I arrived in this new universe, I felt something different—an energy coursing through me whenever I believed or prayed. It wasn't magic or any normal force; it was something deeper, something divine.
After analyzing myself with my skill, I began to understand its nature. I studied it relentlessly, even during my downtime from training. I refused to let this discovery go to waste.
Flashback
Time: Midnight
I stared at the particles swirling in my palm, their glow pulsating in harmony with my thoughts.
"Only one more… I just have to combine the basic fire element formula with the particles," I muttered.
This energy was unlike anything I'd encountered. If I could harness it, it would give me an undeniable advantage in the future.
Finally… after twenty-five failed attempts… I did it. I merged my faith with my authority, and for the first time, I understood its structure. Now, I had to take it a step further—to create something unique, something entirely my own.
Flashback End
I used this energy to craft several spells, each more powerful than the last. And now, it was time to unleash my strongest creation.
"Disintegration!" I roared, sending a devastating surge of holy magic toward Veldanava.
Veldanava chuckled, his expression amused. "It seems you're the first to discover it. More importantly, you've learned how to use it. Hah—"
Byooooom!
A massive explosion of holy magic filled the sky. The sheer force of the attack sent shockwaves rippling through the atmosphere. Yet, as the dust cleared, Veldanava stood untouched.
He pulled out a handkerchief and dusted off his robes, completely unfazed.
"As expected from my creation… Kuahahaha!"
3rd Person POV
The sheer force of the holy explosion should have left some kind of mark, yet Veldanava remained immaculate.
Feldway refused to let frustration take over. The holy magic flowing through his body condensed into his sword—the very sword gifted to him by the Creator himself. Without hesitation, he lunged forward, his weapon radiating divine light.
"MELT SLASH!" Feldway roared as his blade made contact.
Veldanava merely smirked. With a flick of his wrist, he deflected the attack with minimal effort. The force of the counter knocked Feldway back several meters.
Feldway POV
Damn it! He deflected that so easily! Just how powerful is he?
No. I can't start doubting myself. I need to wipe that smug expression off his face. If I keep using the spells he taught me, I'll never surpass him. I need something original—something even he wouldn't expect.
Should I replicate a technique from another world? Maybe something I learn like Takwando, Muay Thai or Judo…? No, that won't be enough.
I have to create something new.
Before I could act, Veldanava chuckled. "Time's up, Feldway. Your free turn is over. Now, it's my time to test your discovery."
His hand began to glow. No… not just glow. It was surrounded by the same holy particles I had just discovered! How?! He merely witnessed my attack once!
The density of his energy was overwhelming. I wouldn't survive against it.
I had to act. Now.
"Activate—Castle Guard!" I shouted.
To be continued…