With an abrupt wrench of reality, the group found themselves torn from the chaos of their previous encounter and thrust into a different planet where tranquility reigned supreme. Abadis had transported them to a sanctuary planet, a hidden gem amongst the cosmos where even the air seemed to vibrate with a hushed reverence.
They stood amidst a glade where bioluminescent flowers bathed the surroundings in a gentle, ethereal glow, and towering trees whispered secrets in a language older than time. A nearby brook murmured softly as it wove through the emerald expanse, its waters clear as crystal and untouched by the stain of malevolence.
As they acclimated to this sudden shift in surroundings, a pervasive sense of solace began to weave its way through each of them, as if the planet itself offered a balm for their war-torn spirits. The very essence of this place seemed to resonate with calming effect that was unnatural, one that could soothe the fiercest of souls and offer respite from the relentless storm of their existence.
Looking up there was beautiful blue moon, as blue as the beautiful garden of blue roses that surround the group.
"Ha were is this?"
Ophelia’s eyes widened in awe as she slowly turned around, taking in the ethereal sight before her. They were standing in the center of a vast garden filled with roses unlike any she had ever seen before. The petals were otherworldly shades of blue and purple, with delicate tendrils reaching out like alien fingers. The grass beneath their feet was a deep crimson, almost as if it had been stained with blood.
And yet, despite its appearance, the air here was pure and invigorating, a stark contrast to the poisonous atmosphere of the previous planet. Ophelia couldn’t help but feel both amazed and slightly unsettled by this surreal landscape.
However, she couldn’t bring herself to admit that she secretly enjoyed being in this place. Despite her strong distaste for Abadis, she found herself drawn to its charm and beauty. She despised the entitled attitude of the people here, especially given her own privileged upbringing.
And to add insult to injury, she had blatantly disrespected her best friend, and even going as far as to disrespect her by calling her a slut. Of course, from a man’s perspective and considering her past romantic encounters, it wouldn’t be completely false to label her as such. But even still, being called such a derogatory term was hurtful and not something she wanted to hear.
As Jordan began to take in his surroundings, he couldn’t help but be awestruck by the breathtaking beauty of this place. Despite not being a nature enthusiast, he couldn’t deny the allure of this place. However, there was an underlying sense of unease that he couldn’t shake off. It wasn’t necessarily a bad feeling, but rather a sense that there was something out of the ordinary about this place.
His gaze flicked over to Abadis for a fleeting moment before he reached into his pocket and pulled out a tiny woman, no bigger than three inches. It was one of his wives, Zalana, and as he held her in the palm of his hand he noticed that she was smiling. He studied her closely, even delving into her psyche, and could see that she was being forced into a state of calmness.
From there he placed her back into his pockets, his eyes once again focus on Abadis as he said to himself.
’This group is certainly intriguing, I must admit. Her power is by far the most useful among us. Although Alucard was the only one who could cause any real damage to that slime, his power is incredibly destructive. On the other hand, Albedo’s ability is both lethal and powerful when it comes to long-range attacks. He can also enhance his muscles to rival even the likes of Michellian, making him a physical powerhouse along with Merciless. However, I am able to match their strength with my commands, although I rely more on my intellect and arsenal.’
’Speaking of Merciless, although he has shown some versatility similar to that slime, the slime is clearly superior, but the and and again Merciless is the only one that control that weapon of mass destruction, and let not forget he is also the son of seventh progenitor.’
’However, our primary objective should be focused on the fox, as Lucy has humorously dubbed it. It is her power that will determine our success in this exam. Utilizing my own abilities, I have closely studied and analyzed her, and found out that she holds a formidable gift, one which I would classify as an erasure type ability, a true game-changer.’
’She holds the power to undo any consequences with a single thought, even the grip of death itself. Though considered the weakest among us, she is undoubtedly the most crucial participant in this examination. But there is one unsettling factor: Ophelia… she has a a very sinister aura that constantly surrounds her silently, one that I cannot fully comprehend. And if that was bad enough, a good amount of her memories are impenetrable for some reason, which only adds to my unease - even my advanced clan abilities cannot breach them.’
’Contemplating the depths of Ophelia’s mind sends shivers down my spine, reminding me of the first time I confronted my older brother and nearly lost my life. The darkness that lurks within her is both daunting and powerful, causing even me with my strength and high "existence score," as she calls it, to feel uneasy.’
’Out of all of us, Ophelia is definitely not the most normal. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but there’s something about her that creeps me out. Still, I suppose we should count ourselves lucky to have her on our side.’
’Yeah lets just be glad that this is the case!’
Jordan mused to himself.
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Far above, in the cold vacuum beyond the reach of mortal concerns, Zane hovered, his form shrouded in a mantle of scarlet chi that pulsed like a living heart. He floated there, a sentinel amidst the stars, contemplating the aftermath of his recent battle with Merciless. Satisfaction welled within him, a dark and heady brew that warmed his veins as he recalled the ferocity of their fight.
"Merciless."
He mused, the name rolling off his tongue like a promise.
"You truly live up to your name, my young opponent. Your ferocity and determination in battle were impressive, even as a newborn vampire yo right like a experience graduate. I was equally determined to protect myself and responded with equal intensity. It was an exhilarating fight, but I have no desire to face whatever nefarious plans you had plan for me with that clone, that slim chick really tampered with out fight though. And if I am being honest, when you stole my power; for the third time in life, I couldn’t help but feel a twinge of respect and fear for your abilities."
"Haha... HAhaha... HAHAHAh!! I can imagine what Rusa and the vice captain would think if they saw me so overjoyed by a newborn vampire. But it would be such a pity if he were to die. I wonder how powerful he will become in another century? I want to witness that growth for myself. Fortunately, kid, I like your style. You’ve got guts, and I can respect that. That and the fact that we still need you alive. So here’s the deal - I can only do this once a year, but I think you’re worth it. I’ll revive you by transferring your death to one of my clones."
"Even a Michellian vampire, as formidable as you are, would not survive my attack, I know I kill you for sure with that one."
He whispered to himself in the void of space, a smirk playing across his lips.
"Transfer, target, Merciless….
Speaking to no one but himself, he couldn’t help but feel a sense of strangeness in the air. He had used this technique many times before, even saving his teammate Rusa from death at the hands of a weird woman with hazel colored hair and bright emerald green eyes.
"She was a monster, even more dangerous than Sigma-C. That day, H.A.D.E.S. suffered a major setback not just in terms of their pride, but also their manpower. Somehow, this woman managed to infiltrate their base, kill half their soldiers, and steal one of the nine sacred treasures of H.A.D.E.S. It was rumored to be a powerful dagger crafted from the ashes of man the boss referred to as Faust."
"But enough of that, no use worrying about something that happen twelve years ago, although I can’t believe it... haha, no, I was naïve and foolish. The reason why my technique isn’t working is because the bastard is still alive somewhere... somehow! It seems that I failed to fully vaporize all of him."
Zane burst into laughter, completely unaware that he was about to be transported to a different place.
"Hahaha… haaha… ahahahahahahah!!"
"Can someone tell me why this human idiot is laughing like he is some kind of wannabee madman?"
Abadis said out aloud although her focus was on Alucard, he look unbothered by Abadis question, as he answered in similar fashion as Lucy when dealing with Ophelia.
"Forgive him! But this is normal for him, he gets like this everything I beat him half to death in our spars."
Alucard made a remark, prompting Albedo to shoot him a disapproving glare and retort.
"I think you beat him too hard, he clearly has a screw loose."
"Just pass it off as personal skill issues."
Zane’s eyes darted around, taking in the sights and sounds of the unfamiliar surroundings. He couldn’t help but feel a tinge of nervousness as he noticed the others gathered around him, their curious gazes fixated on him. He felt like a stranger in this new place, unsure of what to expect.
As he stood there, he took note of the trees swaying in the gentle breeze, the birds chirping in the distance, and the rustling of leaves under his feet. It was an idyllic scene, yet Zane couldn’t shake off the feeling that something was amiss, he suddenly felt like he was being force to stay calm.
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"I guess this is another one of that woman’s planets right?!"
Zane raised a questioning eyebrow, his searching gaze fixed on Alucard. With his outstretched finger, he gestured towards the distant figure of Abadis. Alucard lips curved into a sly smile as he responded to Zane’s unspoken inquiry.
"Yes that is indeed correct… so if you don’t want to get yeet back into the cold vacuum of space lets be on our best behavior."
At those words Zane place his finger down and commented as such.
"Ohhh scary!"
Zane said with a hint of aloofness, his voice dripping with indifference. On the other hand, Abadis retorted in a similar fashion, matching Zane’s laid-back tone. The air between them was thick with tension and unspoken words.
"Perhaps Merciless has scrambled your brain beyond repair, and you just haven’t notice it yet. But regardless, I’ll frantically search for him. If I can’t find him, I’ll have no choice but to bring him back from the dead."
Abadis said so casually, surprising everyone here.
"Bring him back from the dead, you say?"
Zane’s curiosity was piqued, his eyes narrowing as he regarded Abadis with a mixture of suspicion and interest, he was surprise someone in this group had an ability like him, that can allow them to cheat death.
Ophelia’s jaw dropped as she processed Abadis’ words.
"Wait... wait, you can actually bring people back from the dead? What kind of unbelievable power is that?!"
Her shock and disbelief were evident in her tone, her eyes wide with amazement and confusion. She couldn’t wrap her head around the concept, her mind struggling to process this newfound information. It was almost too much to comprehend. As she looked at Abadis, a thousand questions raced through her mind, but all she could manage to say was one word:
"How?!"
"Do not dare compare me to your lowly group of ants. I possess the power to resurrect the dead, as long as it is within one hour of their passing I can bring them back indefinitely without end, as long as they have perished on one of my planets, although I can bring back myself, and those I considered my teammates, for this work I have considered you as someone relevant at the very least. As such do not interrupt my work, I will bring back the Michellian no problem."
’Now that is unfair… it a better version of my once a month technique for sure.’
Zane’s thoughts echoed loudly in his mind, his inner voice sounding clearer than any other sound around him. Meanwhile, Alucard mumbled to himself, his thoughts jumbling together like a puzzle as he tried to make sense of the situation.
’This woman, hmmm… yeah she sure is something else alright, we are lucky to have her on our side, but then and again, bio users are know for been hard to kill if not straight up impossible in some cases, since they all have means to cheat death so I shouldn’t be be so surprise, but still isn’t this ichor too fucking broken.’
"Hahaha…. you sure know how to amuse your guess Loviatar one."
Michelle commented, however what he said took the group by surprise even more.
"Actually, there’s no need to resurrect him. He’ll be back among the living in about 4-10 minutes, give or take."
"Haa?"
Abadis said.
"…"
Jordan remained silent.
"Hold on, am I not understanding something here? Do vampires have some sort of inherent power to come back to life as well? If so, how can I learn this?"
Ophelia said with a morbid curiosity.
"Nahhh! It’s just an advantage of being from a family that has been around, long before, and since the dawn of humanity. The Michellian and And Loviatar clans have an abundance of knowledge that they use to their advantage whenever they please. It’s quite impressive, and a bit envy-worthy if I am being totally honest."
Lucy said to Ophelia.
"Well the more hands the merrier I guess."
With a faint nod, Alucard remained silent, but his voice carried through the air to Ophelia, Jordan, and Michelle. His words were like a gentle whisper on the breeze, carrying the weight of his thoughts.
But just as everyone was thinking to themselves, something unexpected happen, so much so, Alucard almost had a heart attack.
"Ha…. a child, what is a child doing here of all place, hey kid did they kidnap you or something?!"
Zane suddenly said, his hands rubbing Michelle head as if was some kind of child.
The air became heavy, as Zane felt a flood of terror ran up his spine, as child grabbed his hand, and said.
"Man thing… you have 0.1 seconds to remove your hands off me."
