Chapter 92: Chapter 92: Hunt Begins

[ Name: Aengus Degaro ]

[ Occupation: Baron of Dark Valley, Demon Servant ]

[ Race: Half-Human Half-Demon ]

[ Bloodline Lineage: Beelzebub (Partial-Royal) ]

[ Special Trait: Energy Converter (Artificial) ]

[ Level: 21 ]

[ Class: None ]

[ Age: 18 ]

[ Strength: 200 ]

[ Agility: 221 ]

[ Defense: 225 ]

[ Mana: 25,352 /30,352 ]

[ Nether Energy: 5,000 /30,352 ]

[ Attribute points: 0 ]

[ Skills: ]

- [ Active: Doombringer Fortification (C) Inferno Leap-59 (D), Earth Manipulation-12(D), Azula Sword Strike- 35 (E), Paralyzing Breath-10 (E), Shadow Step -9 (E), Razor Claws - 6 (E), Netherhorn Burst (E) ]

- [ Passive: Blaze Guard-8 (E), Fire Serpent's Digestion -5 (E), Predator's Instinct -23 (E), Health Regeneration -4 (E), Minotaur's Outburst (E) ]

[ Special skills: Monster Breeding (Level-1) ]

[ Demonic Abilities: Gluttony of Darkness (Basic), Darkness Pulse (Basic), Darkness Veil (Basic), Darkness Haki (Basic), Heart of Darkness (Peak), Blood Regeneration (Basic)]

[ Unique Skills: Appraisal (Basic), Skill Absorption (Mythic), Universal Synthesis (Ultimate) ]

As Aengus led his followers through the ominous dark forest, the atmosphere grew heavier with each step. The forest was a vast, foreboding place, filled with wild demonic creatures lurking in the shadows—an ideal battleground for Aengus to test his newfound power and build his army.

The lesser demons following him, their crocodile heads bowed low, whispered among themselves in hushed tones, their voices tinged with fear and curiosity.

"Butler Yu, where is Lord Aengus taking us?" one of the demons dared to ask, his voice barely above a whisper.

Butler Yu, walking with a sense of pride and arrogance, shot them a stern look. "Lord Aengus is taking us to make us all powerful," he replied, his tone dripping with superiority.

"Make us powerful? But how?" The demons exchanged puzzled glances, their confusion growing.

Butler Yu's eyes narrowed in annoyance. "Hmph, are you doubting Lord Aengus' capabilities now?" he growled in a low voice, his gaze piercing through the group.

The demons immediately shook their heads in denial, their fear evident. "Uh, N-No, we don't dare," they stammered, desperate to rid themselves of the accusation.

At the front, Aengus remained silent, his mind focused as he led them deeper into the forest. His presence exuded an intimidating aura, one that kept even the boldest of demons at bay. This was not the same man they once knew—something had changed within him, something dark and powerful.

Within Aengus's mind, MANAS spoke, her voice gentle yet concerned. "Master Zero, you do realize that your personality is turning colder day by day, right?"

"Yes. What of it?" Aengus responded, his tone casual, almost indifferent.

"Nothing, Master. Do you not want to change this Heart of Darkness?" MANAS inquired carefully, aware of the delicate nature of the subject.

"No. I am fine. I can't afford to be distracted right now," Aengus replied sharply, his voice taking on a strict and harsh edge at the mention of changing the heart.

"As you wish, Master," MANAS conceded, though she harbored her own concerns. In the depths of her consciousness, she noted the growing influence of the Heart of Darkness on Aengus. It was clear that it was taking root, leading him down a darker path.

"I will have to replace it sooner with a more suitable skill," she thought to herself, her resolve firm.

[ Synthesis complete ]

"Master, you can now review your evolved skills. They should aid you further in your journey ahead," MANAS announced, her voice returning to its usual calm and collected tone.

Aengus nodded and took a look, but he could feel their power from his soul already.

Inferno Leap -59 (D) + Netherhorn Burst (E) → Hellfire Dive (C); A destructive skill that could used for jump or clash with combined ferocity of Netherhorns.

Paralyzing Breath -12 (E) + Razor claws - 6 (E) → Venomous Ripper (D) ; With each strike of claws it has effect to paralyze the opponent. Duration depends on target's resilience and body condition.

Azula Sword Strike- 35 (E) + Shadow Step -9 (E) → Azure Ghost Blade (D) – A spectral sword attack infused with blue flames, unleashed after a stealthy, ghost-like approach.