Chapter 429

As Constantine spoke, he unleashed a powerful dragon fire towards the monster below.

However, the dragon flame was annihilated by countless black tentacles.

The next moment, the body of the Primal Nightmare suddenly expanded several sizes.

At the same time, its rough black skin gradually turned deep red, and then, a high-intensity fireball was suddenly released from the black surface of its body.

Fortunately, its attack speed was very slow, and Leon and the others in the air easily dodged it.

"Magic attacks will also be absorbed by it and then retaliated against."

Claudia said, "That means we can't attack it with any magic-based attacks. That will only make it stronger."

"What about the Primal Power?" Losweiser asked.

"I'm afraid that won't work either. The Knife Trio is still inside this monster's body, so it should also have resistance and absorption capabilities against the Primal Power."

Magic attacks are ineffective, and Primal Power are ineffective.

For a moment, it seemed like a dead end.

After a brief silence, Leon suddenly spoke.

"I still have a way, that really is my last resort."

The three Dragon Kings looked at him at the same time.

You wouldn't be talking about...

"That's right. Since no magical attacks will work, we can only try the most basic physical attacks."

Leon looked at Constantine. "This move was originally meant for you, Constantine."

Old Kang was taken aback. "Leave it for me?"

"Yes."

Leon withdrew his gaze and looked down at the monster that was still devouring houses and streets.

"But the situation is urgent now, so we have to reveal the surprise ahead of time."

"Losweiser, put me down, then take Rebecca and the others to a safe place. I'll stay here alone."

The Queen frowned slightly. "You're going to play the hero all by yourself again."

"No, I'm not trying to be a hero. If you guys stay here, it won't be good for me to perform."

Losweiser continued to stare at him.

After a brief eye contact with his wife, Leon quickly gave in.

"Okay, there is a tiny bit of individual heroism in it. But don't worry, I'll be fine, trust me."

"Leave it to me" and "I'll be fine" are always the words Leon uses to reassure those around him when the battle is critical.

Although this idiot is childish, immature, and loves to play the hero.

But every time he says "Trust me," no one hesitates or doubts anymore.

"You must take good care of yourself, Leon."

"Yes, our daughters are still waiting for us to come home."

Losweiser nodded, slowly descended, and placed Leon in an open space on the street. Then, she and Rebecca and the others retreated to a safe area.

They landed on a tall building, some distance from the battlefield on Leon's side, where the tentacles of the Primal Nightmare couldn't reach them for the time being.

Claudia walked slowly to the edge of the high-rise building and looked towards the war-torn Upper City.

"He's going to use the Gate of Nine Hells, isn't he?"

"Um."

"All nine gates open?"

"Yes."

"But he is not Dragon Race and does not have the Heart-protecting Dragon Scale. If he forcibly releases the Ninth Gate, the powerful energy backlash will destroy his heart in an instant."

The ancient book "The Gate of Nine Hells" was compiled by Claudia and then given to Leon by her master, so she was very clear about the consequences of opening the Ninth Gate.

Moreover, even Claudia, who possesses the Heart-protecting Dragon Scale, only reached the eighth gate.

Unlocking the Ninth Gate requires not only hard work, but also, and perhaps more importantly, talent.

"Heart-protecting Dragon Scale...?"

Silver threads gently caressed the beauty's cheek as she gazed at the black figure, a slight smile unconsciously playing on her lips.

"He has it."

"What--"

After a brief moment of surprise, Claudia immediately understood, "So he survived back then thanks to your Heart-protecting Dragon Scale."

"Yes... so he will win, he definitely will win."

Claudia sighed softly, as if she were thinking of her devoted younger sister.

But now is not the time for sentimentality.

She turned her gaze to the battlefield, where Leon was gradually opening the Gate of Nine Hells.

"Blood Boil, Bone Rush, lightning speed, stars fly, Sun Chaser."

"From the second to the sixth gate, these five moves can greatly enhance the user's physical functions and enable them to make corresponding offensive moves."

"But the seventh and eighth gates are not for attack."

"Seven Gates - Twilight's Blessing, Eight Gates - Reverse Life Radiance. The former is used for defense, and the latter is used to quickly repair the damage to the user's body."

"Both of these moves are setting the stage for the Ninth Gate."

"Because opening the Ninth Gate will cause the energy to backfire on the user, the Twilight's Blessing and the Reverse Life Radiance are needed to alleviate the problem."

"Even so, almost all practitioners only manage to open up to the eighth gate."

"Perhaps they are limited by their talent, or perhaps they dare not gamble with that desperate strike."

"And Leon is not of my Dragon Race, yet he is going to open the Ninth Gate? This is truly something to look forward to."

Claudia slowly let out a breath, watching Leon about to unleash the Ninth Gate, and continued,

The last page of * The Gate of Nine Hells * contains this passage:

On the distant battlefield, the man stood still, like an immovable king.

"After traversing the nine levels of hell, everything returns to nothingness, and heaven is within reach—"

Red steam slowly rose from under his skin, and what flowed in his veins no longer seemed to be blood, but rather deep red magma that was clearly visible.

Lightning was like an old friend to him, still by his side even now.

As dusk fades and the afterglow disappears—

He leaned forward slightly, like a lion preparing to pounce.

The Primal Nightmare immediately sensed the immense power emanating from Leon and unleashed a sky-covering tentacle at him.

Leon was also waiting for this moment.

He pushed off the ground with his right foot and shot out, a surge of power spreading around him, his overwhelming fighting spirit seemingly capable of crushing everything.

"The deep darkness was his the Only One armor—"

The crimson steam transformed into a lion, charging towards the terrifying monster.

"Therefore, the Ninth Gate of the Nine Hells, this technique is named—"

The roar of the raging lion shook the world.

"Night Armor!!"

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Listing out all nine skills proves that I didn't slack off and just copy other people's skills.

Finally, the use of a homophone is also a tribute to "Naruto," the anime that accompanied me throughout my youth.

Thank you all for your support! This chapter is a full 6,500 words! Now we will officially move on to the next stage!

There's no time to reminisce about the vanished empire; what follows is a super comedy about the Melkwy family's love-hate relationship and the father-daughter dynamic!

1. You two are kissing right after starting a new book?

All the moves of the Gate of Nine Hells are based on physical techniques to strike the enemy, and the Ninth Gate is no exception.

Judging from the movements, 'Night Armor' is just a very ordinary flying kick.

But the disruptive power it contains is beyond everyone's comprehension.

Even Claudia, who had integrated the ancient text "The Gate of Nine Hells," was seeing someone actually use the "Night Armor" for the first time in his life.

The dazzling red lion charged toward the Primal Nightmare with overwhelming force.

Crimson steam billowed along the way, like a shortcut to hell.

Everyone was watching this final blow through the Imprint Stone.

At this moment, Leon carries not only the expectations of the Lionheart Society, but also the expectations of all the people of the empire.

So he has to win, he absolutely must win!

Intense energy surged through Leon's limbs and bones, causing crushing pain in every meridian and bone.

Especially the heart.

Without Losweiser's Heart-protecting Dragon Scale, Leon would probably be dead on the way.

Just before he was about to kick out the 'Night Armor', the silver Dragon Scale on Leon's chest burst forth with the most dazzling light.

The soft light illuminated Leon's resolute face, as if its original owner were standing beside Leon.

The power surged outwards, and the powerful shockwave lifted Leon's bangs. In a daze, a hint of relief and tenderness flashed across his stern eyes.

"Thank you, Losweiser."

A crimson lion pierced through the nightmare, and in an instant, the wails of countless wronged souls echoed throughout the empire.

Centered on the Upper City, the aftershocks of the explosion continued to spread outwards.

The firelight illuminated the night, as if the sun had risen early.

Constantine, standing in the distance, narrowed his eyes slightly, gazing at the ravaged battlefield.

"Is this the power of the Ninth Gate...?"

Upon hearing this, Claudia seemed to realize something, turned to look at Constantine beside her, and then earnestly reminded him,

"Did he say that this move was originally meant for you?"

Lao Kang:?

"Then I suggest you reconsider your relationship with him now." The beautiful woman also had a cunning mind.

Constantine snorted and flicked his sleeves. "It's just a physical technique that will backfire. It's nothing to worry about."

Being stubborn is the consistent style of the Dragon Kings.

Claudia smiled without saying a word.

"Leon!"

After the Night Armor ended, Losweiser spread her dragon wings and flew directly to the battlefield.

Claudia also transformed into a dragon and flew over with Rebecca, Martin, and Nacho.

Constantine was left alone again, bewildered in the wind.

"... I hate the Empire."

At this moment, Lao Kang was on his way running.