Chapter 1687: Chapter 205: Gods and Demons Appear
Harbank glared at Sheng Xie, his whole body trembling slightly. He knew clearly that in this situation, he could not possibly break through the barriers of Sheng Xie and Xiao Bone. As the golden symbols on the altar grew increasingly brighter, panic rose in his heart. Just then, a cold voice sounded from the direction of the altar, "Since it’s already been opened, why bother trying to close it again?" Upon hearing this voice, Harbank, who had been utterly disheartened, suddenly felt invigorated. His long, resonating howl was filled with joy and expectation.
Boom—, under the terrified gaze of all humans, the blue and red lights enveloping the altar were completely shaken, and in mid-air, the forms of the Divine Dragon and Phoenix vanished simultaneously. Ah Dai and Xuan Yue spewed blood wildly, and Xi Wen and Xuan Yuan simultaneously leapt to catch them. Judging by their aura, they knew that Ah Dai and Xuan Yue had suffered severe injuries.
A mass of black light surged from the entrance of the Demon Realm. No magical beasts appeared; instead, a human-like figure flew out from the entrance. The barrier, which had just been somewhat sealed, was entirely destroyed, and the six golden symbols dimmed without a trace of brilliance. The black figure gently landed on the edge of the entrance. As everyone focused their gaze, they saw a person completely cloaked in armor emanating black light. The armor was exceptionally ornate, with the massive shoulder armor extending downward in six layers. A complex and eerie symbol was engraved upon the chest plate, and a pair of gigantic black wings unfolded behind the armor. This person did not wear a helmet; long black hair cascaded down to the waist, strikingly handsome, with skin so pale that it was like translucent crystal, his eyes closed. A tangible Evil Aura swirled gently around his body. Before this person, all humans felt an overwhelming sense of submission. The immense pressure generated a suffocating sensation. He faced the direction where Ah Dai was situated, a wicked smile curling at the corner of his mouth: "My sword is here, indeed. Very good; I’ve been longing for you." Slowly raising his slender and long hand, he beckoned lightly in the void. The front of Ah Dai’s samurai suit suddenly tore apart. Xuan Yuan and Xi Wen wanted to protect Ah Dai, but they suddenly found that their bodies couldn’t move an inch. A streak of black light flashed by, and an extraordinary object appeared in this peculiar person’s hand—it was Ah Dai’s Sword of Hades. In his hand, the Sword of Hades acted like a docile kitten, not emitting the slightest trace of Evil Aura. With gentle strokes over the sword sheath, the black wings behind him slowly unfolded, and the Black Armor Man slowly opened his eyes. They were eyes without a shred of emotion, as deep as a cold pool, fixated on the Sword of Hades in his hand, saying softly: "My precious, you have finally returned." Raising his hand, he pressed the Sword of Hades against his chest plate. A flash of black light, and the Sword of Hades sank into his chest plate.
"Master, it’s you finally again." Harbank landed heavily on the ground, his giant body prostrate, eyes full of flattery.
When the Evil Dragon Harbank spoke, everyone gasped audibly. Ah Dai cried out: "You, you are Hades."
Hades smiled faintly, saying: "It seems you’ve spent quite a bit of time with my Sword of Hades; there’s a familiar and rather intimate aura about you. How about this: as long as you swear allegiance to me, I will spare the lives of these humans present, letting them become my slaves forever. What do you say?"
Ah Dai trembled violently, feeling his breath become erratic in an instant. Hades’ sudden appearance shattered all his hopes. This formidable opponent before him was one he could never possibly defeat. With some struggle, Ah Dai said: "Don’t even think about it. Even if you kill me, kill all humans, we will never yield to the darkness."
A gleam of approval flashed in Hades’ eyes, calmly saying: "Killing you poses no difficulty. But just now you two surprisingly could endure my strike and live; you have some reason to be proud. For humans, even the weakest beings of our Demon Clan descending into this world would become your area’s strong ones. Resistance is futile."
Xuan Yue struggled over to Ah Dai’s side, glaring at Hades with hatred: "What difference does it make that your Demon Clan is powerful? If you have the guts, go challenge the Sky Gods; what’s the point of flaunting your power in the human world?"
Hades seemed to be touched by a concern, looking up at the sky, a wistful expression on his brow somehow revealed, "The Divine Clan? Someday, I will conquer that place. Heaven and earth, the Demon, Divine, and Human realms will honor only me. Everything will be under my feet. Since you refuse to be my slaves, so be it; you may die then. Collecting your souls is just as effective." His movements were exceptionally slow, his right hand gradually raised, his white palm gently pressed in the direction of Ah Dai. A black hexagram emerged, slowly flying toward Ah Dai and Xuan Yue. As if time had stopped, though everyone present wanted to rescue Ah Dai and Xuan Yue, but somehow none could move, only able to watch wide-eyed the black hexagram approach Ah Dai and Xuan Yue.
Ah Dai felt his body become as heavy as a thousand-weight, lacking even the strength to lift a finger. The sensation of death invaded his nerves, revealing an expression of despair. Qian Qian was by his side all along; though she wished to save him, helplessly, even as a God Spirit Body she was completely suppressed by Hades’ energy, unable to move.
