Chapter 53

He roared, almost in tears.

Shido was already starting to regret listening to Kotori and stirring up their hatred.

After all, the expressions on their faces right now seemed to say, "We'll kill you within three days and scatter your ashes!"

"Oh, so that's what you think of me? I really Shido your safety, Shido. After all, if you get knocked out, no one will be able to save Lingmeng and the rest of the Spirits."

"Is that so? By the way, is this protective shield really okay?"

"Don't worry, anything from Ratatoskr is guaranteed to be top-notch!... Probably?"

"What do you mean by 'probably'?! So you just see me as a tool after all!? (ノ)"

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The scene returns to Lingmeng is now wielding her Elemental Spirit, fighting back against the DEM Wizard who are attacking her.

Although the sounds of enemies being knocked down could be heard from time to time during her attacks, Lingmeng's already dwindling stamina was decreasing at an alarming rate.

"Ha ha ha~ How come you guys are like mosquitoes, I can never get rid of you!"

Looking at the still large number of Wizard in front of her, Lingmeng let out a sound of despair.

Just as she was grumbling, several Wizard ambushed her from behind, knocking her to the ground.

"Holy crap! A sneak attack? How despicable!"

She made intimate contact with the ground, Lingmeng winced as she touched her slightly sore buttocks.

Although it might sound a bit vulgar, Lingmeng actually thought it felt pretty good...

"Sigh~"

Looking at Kannazuki lying on the ground, Shido being besieged by three groups in the distance, and the Wizard floating in the sky, Lingmeng let out the heaviest sigh she had in twenty-four years.

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"Once this last wire is cut, the Bomb will stop completely..."

In the heart of Tengu City, Origami, wearing Realizer, and the others around her, also wearing Realizer, stared with grave expressions at the disassembled object that revealed its complex wiring.

They knew that although this thing looked small, it contained enough power to make the city of Tengu City disappear from the world map.

After rushing to the city center, Origami quickly met up with the people sent by Ratatoskr.

The Bomb buried underground was located using special instruments.

To prevent the Bomb from exploding suddenly, Origami and her friends wore Realizer as bomb suits.

Once everything was ready, Origami and the people sent by Ratatoskr immediately began the bomb disposal work.

After several minutes of effort, and with the knowledge in their minds, Origami and her friends finally cut all the wires connecting the Bomb, leaving only the last two wires, one red and one blue.

Looking at the two lines in front of her, Origami did not hesitate at all. After recalling the bomb disposal knowledge she had learned in the army, she...

With a "snap," the red wire on the Bomb was cut.

At the same time, the Bomb that was just shining white light on the screen suddenly went out, indicating that it no longer posed any threat.

"Yes! Mission accomplished perfectly!"

Seeing that the Bomb had been defused, the people of Ratatoskr high-fived each other, their expressions filled with excitement.

"Call..."

She let out a soft breath, Origami the sweat from her forehead, and looked as if she had just gone through a great battle.

However, it's normal for her to act this way.

After all, even though he was a member of AST and had undergone very rigorous mental training.

However, when faced with a situation that threatened the lives of the entire city, the feeling of having other people's lives in her hands made her somewhat nervous.

(Shido should still be with his sister. I'll go visit her tomorrow.)

Thinking that Shido might be resting right now, Origami decided to leave so as not to disturb him.

After all Shido had already completed the task he asked her to do, so she had no reason to stay here any longer.

Besides, she also needed to hurry home to print out the photo album of Shiori that she had taken not long ago, and put each photo into her specially made photo frame.

So, Origami walked home without saying a word.

On her way home, the thought of being able to make all sorts of requests of Shido (not too outrageous) filled her with a sense of exhilaration.

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"Commander! The Bomb has been completely defused!"

"Great job, well done!"

Kotori, aboard Fraxinus, smiled happily as she watched the staff bowing to her in front of the big screen.

But the next second she immediately picked up the Microphone and shouted at Lingmeng on the rooftop.

"Lingmeng- nee! The Bomb has been Origami Ratatoskr!"

"Go ahead and unleash your true power! Let these ignorant fools witness just how terrifying you are as the Strongest Spirit!"

The sound of the Kotori echoed across the high platform.

"!!!"

Upon hearing these words, which seemed like a lifeline, Lingmeng's eyes, which had been almost dim, instantly brightened.

(I, Qian Lingmeng, have waited so long for this moment!)

"Oh!"

Lingmeng sprang to her feet, raised her Elemental Spirit, and shouted coolly at the DEM members.

"Foolish mortals! Are you prepared to face divine punishment for blasphemy?"

Chapter Forty-Eight: How Lonely It Is to Be Invincible

"Gaga gaga..."

When Lingmeng said those words in a very serious tone, all the Wizard at DEM were stunned.

And just as fittingly, three black crows flew overhead, uttering the classic, awkward caws from anime.

(Wow... what cheesy lines!)

This is the most genuine thought in the minds of the Wizard at DEM regarding Lingmeng's words.

"Huh? Was what I just said too melodramatic?"

Seemingly realizing that her words sounded rather childish to outsiders, Lingmeng was quite embarrassed.

As for why she said that, it's simply because she thought it sounded cool...

"Hmph, all you can do now is put on airs!"

A Wizard said this.

The next second, she led more than a dozen Wizard to attack Lingmeng.

"Ah, so all Wizard like you are Long Ming? No matter what I say, you all act like you're deaf."

Lingmeng sighed in annoyance as she watched the Wizard flying towards her.

Just as the Wizard's Light Sword was less than a meter away, Lingmeng's wounds began to heal rapidly, and blue lightning continuously crackled around her.

"Xinei!"

The Wizard shouted so enthusiastically that a dozen Light Sword rained down upon them.

"Heh--" Lingmeng's lips curled up slightly, revealing a fearless expression.

The next second, the dozen or so Light Sword that should have pierced through Lingmeng's body all passed right past Lingmeng, as if they had struck the projected image instead.

"What!? ×N"

Upon witnessing this magical scene, not only the dozen or so Wizard who were looking towards Lingmeng, but even the Wizard watching from the sidelines were utterly astonished.

"I'll tell you, this is how you use a sword!"

As soon as she finished speaking, the Elemental Spirit in Lingmeng's right hand suddenly turned into light and disappeared, and was replaced by a black and gold longsword.

A red light emanated from the blade of the longsword, and deep red flames erupted forth.

Lingmeng assumed a slashing stance, took a deep breath, and unleashed a series of stylish sword techniques.

"Behold my Fire's Delight!"

In an instant, before the dozen or so Wizard could react, they were all struck by Lingmeng's sword.

After being slashed, extremely hot flames erupted from their wounds and instantly engulfed them.

"Ahhhhhhhhhh..." xN

The dozen or so Wizard cried out in pain as their bodies were burned by flames.

Then, the aroma of roasting meat wafted over, and the previously agonizing screams gradually subsided.

As the flames finally died down, a dozen or so humanoid charcoal figures fell from the heights to the ground.

He used the power of time to restore his body to its pre-battle optimal condition.

He uses the power of lightning to stimulate his muscles, unleashing tremendous strength.

He used the power of darkness to make his body intangible.

He used his gold-making abilities to create a weapon that was no less powerful than Ellen's sword, "Caledfwlch".

By imbuing the sword with the power of fire, this series of coordinated Lingmeng.

Simply put, Lingmeng has gone from being a regular player to a cheater.

The atmosphere suddenly became dull.

"Knowing full well that I can already use my abilities, why do I still want to be the first to stick my neck out? How foolish!"

Without the slightest hesitation, she swiftly brought down her knife, Lingmeng no remorse as she looked at the half-dead people on the ground.

Why? Because Lingmeng felt they didn't deserve sympathy.

Their complete disregard for the lives of ordinary people in their pursuit of her capture was enough to make Lingmeng lose all patience with them.

Although AST sometimes attacks themselves, they are still very principled and never affect ordinary people, always putting the lives of the masses first.

This is why Lingmeng engages in peaceful communication with AST, but resorts to violence against DEM.

"Ah... this..."

Seeing their colleagues lying on the ground, seemingly on the verge of death, the remaining Wizard broke out in a cold sweat.

Before they captured Lingmeng, they had already told Isaac that Lingmeng was the gentlest elf who would never harm humans, except for the Hermit.

It is precisely because of this that they dare to act so arrogantly towards Lingmeng, who is the Strongest Spirit.

However, it's clear that Lingmeng's current behavior is completely different from what Isaac described; she's like a completely different elf.

The stark contrast made them all swallow hard.

"Haha, now it's your turn!"

Shifting her gaze to the remaining Wizard, Lingmeng half-closed her eyes, her expression incredibly "kind."

Run! You'll definitely regret it!

Driven by instinctive fear, the thought of running away crossed their minds.

Immediately afterwards, as if it had all been planned in advance, the Wizard of DEM all turned around and fled quickly.

"Escape? That's certainly the wisest choice. But... do you think you can escape!?"

She suddenly opened her eyes, and a powerful Mental Power instantly burst forth from Lingmeng's body.

It flew swiftly toward the Wizard of DEM, aiming straight for their brains.

And so, as if someone were forcibly controlling their brains, the Wizard of DEM all stopped in their tracks for some reason.

Although I desperately wanted to escape, my body was completely out of my control.