"What's up with those eyes of yours?!..." Lucius subconsciously took two steps back in fear, his hands trembling. It was like he was staring into an endless abyss full of mysteries unsolved and yet to be solved. His very soul felt bare before Jefferson's silver eyes.
Meanwhile, Jefferson quickly analyzed every single piece of information that his omnipotent eyes were showing. His focus was mainly on the predicted combat sequence of his opponent as that would be something handy in the battle.
Name: Lucius Noctis
Race: Demi-god
Origin:
Ability: Shadow-ice(A special combination of shadow and ice abilities)
Strength: 6,500
Agility: 7000
Endurance: 6000
Intelligence: 5,512
Potential Abilities:
Shadow Spear Barrage - Projectiles of darkness and ice; deadly and near-invisible.
Eclipse Armor - A defensive shell of solidified shadows reinforced with ice, providing increased resistance and stealth.
Frozen Abyss - Can create an area of darkness that saps heat and strength from those within, severely weakening them.
Iceborne Regeneration - Slow healing over time while in darkness or low temperatures.
Current Threat Level: B+
Potential Threat Level (Unlocked Abilities): A+
"I guess this means he hasn't fully tapped into his divine power even though he knows he's a demi-god," Jefferson thought
- Predicted Combat Sequence:
Shadow Strike - Immediate left feint followed by a low right sweep with his ice-covered leg.
Dark Frost Uppercut - Rising uppercut cloaked in freezing shadow to target Jefferson's jaw.
Rapid Sidestep - An evasive maneuver to reposition to Jefferson's blind spot, preparing for a follow-up.
Shadow Spear Barrage - A quick volley of shadow-ice projectiles from his left hand aimed at Jefferson's torso.
Eclipse Armor Activation - Reinforcing his defenses, covering himself with shadow-enhanced ice plating.
Frozen Abyss Trap - Generates a small freezing aura on the ground around him to sap Jefferson's agility.
Frost Lunge - Dashes in with a concentrated ice punch aimed at Jefferson's ribs.
Double Backstep - Quick retreat to evade counters, creating distance for regrouping.
Iceborne Feint - Fakes vulnerability to lure Jefferson into close range.
Frozen Shadow Assault - Unleashes an unpredictable barrage of shadow-ice energy in close proximity.
"A weak Cerberus and a pitiful Ferryman is nothing to boast of" Cronus replied
"Great!" Rex facepalmed "Coming from a guy who kept on telling me how mighty the Cerberus was"
"What's the matter, Rex?" Seraphina asked as she noticed his worried expression
"Nothing..... I'm just worried about Brenda and Magnus, how are they now?"
Seraphina pointed in a certain direction where some Ladies were, including Lyra "They're all under treatment by the medical wards"
"Great.....um...how about you?" Rex asked
"Me?"
"Yeah, I mean... the clone you replaced yourself with..." Rex asked again. If Seraphina was here as a registered student in the school... then it meant that the clone that had been under surveillance by her father's guards would be blown...
"They got it out of school immediately after the attack.... the emergency defenses don't affect those outside the school"
Rex let out a small sigh of relief, nodding. "Good. I'd hate for your cover to be blown because of all this chaos."
Before Seraphina could reply, the lights within the safe house flickered, dimming for a moment before stabilizing. Rex frowned, his instincts kicking in. This was no ordinary fluctuation.
"What's going on?" he muttered, glancing around the crowded space. The nervous energy among the students was palpable; whispers rippled across the room as some huddled closer together, their faces etched with worry. Lyra, still in the medical ward, was channeling her healing abilities into Magnus, her expression one of deep concentration.
"Harbinger, do not get too comfortable. The barrier around this safehouse has weakened."
"Cronus?" Rex replied inwardly, feeling his pulse quicken.
I suggest thou readiest thyself, this is no mere shield failure."
"Of course!"
Rex clenched his fists, bracing himself. "Seraphina, something's off with the barrier. We may need to be ready to defend ourselves."
Her expression tightened, understanding instantly. "If this place falls, we're the last line of defense for everyone here. We can't let the assassins reach them."
Just then, an announcement blared from a hidden speaker in the ceiling, crackling with static before Jefferson's steady voice cut through.
"Attention. To all registered personnel and students in the safe house, maintain your current positions. Do not leave the barriered area. I repeat, do not leave the barrier."
"Stay here, huh?" Rex muttered, glancing around the room with a mix of frustration and unease.
"Thou art not one to be held by the confines of a cage, Rex," Cronus remarked dryly.
Rex smirked. "Exactly what I was thinking."
Before he could make another move, Seraphina tugged his sleeve, a look of determination flashing in her eyes. "You're not planning to listen to Jefferson, are you?"
Rex shook his head. "Not exactly. Something's up with the barrier, and if it's the assassins, we'll need to take action from outside.
Suddenly, shadowy figures began to emerge inside the safe room, each radiating dark energy from their body. Rex and Seraphina had already prepared themselves to launch an attack, but before they could even act... Lightning struck down fiercely on each of the assassins, paralyzing them on the spot.
"Hello, students! Don't worry...you're all safe" Arris appeared, his hands still buzzing with lightning energy as he spoke.
"Great! Now I got more XP thieves" Rex facepalmed.
"It's Captain Arris!" Some staff instantly recognized him as they ran to meet him but he just ignored them and then asked "Who's in charge of maintaining this barrier?"