"See, people, this man was forci--" Before Lucian could finish his accusation, a sudden impact slammed into his face, sending him hurtling backward to collide with the unforgiving surface of the wall.
'Thud'
Eli, seizing the opportunity, hurled Theo's limp body at Carter, knowing full well that Carter would instinctively rush to heal his son, only to face the cruel reality of his tormentor's sadistic game.
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Spitting out a mouthful of blood, Lucian glared at Eli with a ferocity born of rage and indignation. "This is the limit, you damn mortal! Not even the Vampire Queen could save you!" he roared, his words laced with fury as he succumbed to the primal urge to retaliate against the pain inflicted upon him.
"Yes, come at me, bastard," Eli taunted, his smile twisted with malicious amusement as he goaded Lucian like a puppeteer manipulating his marionette.
It wasn't merely overconfidence that fueled Eli's defiance, nor was it the assurance of Adriana's protection in the event of unforeseen consequences.... No, it was the pulsating rhythm of his own blood coursing through his veins, the very essence of his being fueling his unyielding resolve..... Arlyne's blood essence!!
After Arlyne's blood mingled with Eli's, a surge of power coursed through his veins, igniting every fiber of his being with newfound strength. It was as if a barrier within him had been shattered, unleashing a torrent of energy that pulsed through his body, invigorating him in ways he had never experienced before.
He felt more alive than ever, ready to take on any challenge that dared to stand in his way.
"What's really in her blood...?" Eli pondered absently, his mind racing with questions as he deftly evaded Lucian's sudden strike, his movements fluid and effortless.
'Swish'
'Swish'
'Swish'
'Swish'
"Focus on me, bastard!" Lucian's voice boomed with frustration as he watched Eli effortlessly sidestep his attacks, a feeling of humiliation gnawing at his pride.
"Tsk, try harder," Eli chided, clicking his tongue in annoyance before delivering a swift punch to Lucian's gut. The force of the blow sent Lucian staggering backwards, blood spilling from his lips as he doubled over in pain, the impact leaving him reeling.
'Thud'
The onlookers recoiled in shock and horror, their expressions a mix of disbelief and fear. They had never imagined that King Lucian Dawn, revered for his prowess and strength, would be rendered so powerless, unable to even land a scratch on his opponent.
The sudden outburst drew the attention of everyone present, their gazes converging on the newcomer who had just entered the fray.
Eli paused in his tracks, turning to face the newcomer, whose jet-black hair marked them as a distinct figure amidst the crowd.
"How dare you hurt the king of---"
'Thud'
Before the newcomer could utter another word, their head was already bowed, severed from their body in a swift, decisive motion.
"You are not his son, and we don't need every character to show up," Eli muttered, his voice tinged with a hint of annoyance as he retracted Ember, the blade stained with the intruder's blood.
The intruder, a guardian or protector of the king just like how two members showed up when Carter was cornered.
The Vampire Queen herself allowed the intruder as she wanted to gauge Eli's strength and yet here he was finishing him without sweating a bit.... It almost felt like he reached Monarch Rank!!
"Interesting..." Adriana murmured, her expression piqued with curiosity as she observed Eli's swift and decisive actions, noting the extent of his newfound power.
Turning his attention back to Lucian, Eli's voice held a note of finality as he issued his ultimatum. "Call your son now... This is your last warning."
However,
'Thu'
Lucian spat blood in Eli's direction, a defiant gesture that Eli effortlessly dodged.
"I guess it's you being stubborn," Eli muttered, closing the distance between himself and Lucian in a heartbeat. With a resounding impact, he delivered a series of punishing blows to Lucian's face, each strike echoing through the air like thunder.
As Lucian's face contorted under the force of Eli's relentless assault, a sense of dread washed over him, accompanied by a gnawing realization of his own powerlessness against his formidable adversary.
In the midst of the onslaught, Lucian couldn't help but marvel at Eli's inexplicable surge in power. How had this seemingly inconsequential mortal become so overwhelmingly strong? It was a question that gnawed at Lucian's mind, taunting him with its elusive answer.
With each passing moment, Lucian sensed the power within Eli growing exponentially, like a dormant volcano on the brink of eruption. The danger was palpable, casting a shadow of uncertainty over their confrontation.
He knew he had totally messed up because of his useless son. However, he couldn't give up on his son, not because of parental obligation instead he was well aware that once his secret was revealed, it would be the end of him.