Tzeentch's ever-shifting claws clamped tightly around Darth Vader's throat!
Dark crimson Abyssal power surged uncontrollably from Vader's shattered body, turning into streams of blood that madly poured into Tzeentch's clawed arm and were greedily absorbed.
Vader let out a pained, hoarse growl. His remaining strength made him struggle violently, but the claw did not budge, as though it had fused with his neck.
He could clearly feel his life being rapidly drained away.
Tzeentch sensed the power flooding into Its body—more terrifying and violent than Chaos energy, yet gradually stabilizing under the gentle energy emanating from Luke's heart.
Its essence, long constrained by the authority of Chaos, now underwent a marvelous loosening and expansion.
A shrill, piercing cry rang from Its twisted beak, brimming with boundless delight.
"Can you feel it, Vader? This power beyond Chaos!" Tzeentch's voice seemed like countless voices layered together, filled with mockery and triumph. "Such terrifying yet controllable Abyssal power is the greatest waste in the hands of a pitiful fool as arrogant and shortsighted as you! You do not understand how to wield it at all! Give it to Me—that is its finest destiny! I shall surpass Chaos and become a new god of the Abyss!"
Just as Tzeentch immersed Itself in the ecstasy of Its surging power and attempted to drain Vader completely—
"You're courting death!"
A cold roar exploded like thunder. It was Lan!
Lan had been standing guard behind Puni, constantly wary of an ambush from the rift, but he had never expected Luke to be the target.
Tzeentch's sudden appearance and ruthless attack filled him with rage.
Brilliant starlight erupted around Lan. His entire body transformed into a galactic spear that tore through space, crashing fiercely into Tzeentch as It absorbed Vader at a speed beyond thought!
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