Chapter 93: Chapter 93: Evolving Subordinates

Skills:

- [ Active: Doombringer Fortification (C) Hellfire Dive (C), Earth Manipulation-12(D), Azure Ghost Blade (D), Venomous Ripper (D)]

- [ Passive: Blazing Purge (D), Predator's Instinct -23 (E), Health Regeneration -4 (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) ]

"Master, these were the best fitting combinations so far. You need to gather more skills to upgrade the rest," MANAS reported, noting the slight displeasure in Aengus's demeanor.

Aengus shrugged, his expression indifferent. "It's fine... I can manage for now." He won't be able gain anymore skills in Demon Land anyway. All he Could absorb were the Demonic Abilities.

Then, he moved deeper into the dark forest, the dense canopy above casting eerie shadows on the ground. The forest seemed to respond to his presence, the air growing colder and the silence more oppressive. His muscles rippled with suppressed power, ready to be unleashed on whatever demonic creatures crossed his path.

Butler Yu and the lesser demons trailed closely behind, their eyes filled with a mix of caution and eagerness. Even though Aengus had intentionally slowed his pace to accommodate them, their effort to keep up was evident.

Ahead, Aengus spotted a large group of demonic creatures. A grin spread across his face as he realized that the hunt was about to begin.

[ Appraisal: ]

[ Hellfire Wolf ]

[ Rank: Lesser Demon ]

[ Abilities: Hellfire Control ]

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"Perfect!" Aengus grinned, his eyes gleaming with anticipation.

Before him, nearly a few dozen Hellfire wolves prowled in packs, their eerie black flames flickering ominously, casting shadows across the darkened terrain. These creatures were ferocious, their very presence capable of turning lesser beings to ashes within seconds. The flames that wreathed their bodies were most intense around their heads, as if their very thoughts burned with a malevolent fire.

His subordinates, standing a short distance away, watched the scene with growing apprehension. The Hellfire wolves were legendary for their deadly power, and the thought of facing them filled the men with dread. Yet, as they nervously glanced at their lord, Aengus, they couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration.

He stood fearless, exuding a calm confidence that made them want to stand tall by his side. But they knew all too well that their power was insufficient to fight alongside him in this battle.

Butler Yu, once a fish-scaled humanoid demon, was now an intriguing amalgamation of his former self and the Hellfire Wolf. The other demons watched in rapt fascination, their eyes wide with a mixture of fear and awe. They had never witnessed such a transformation before.

As the process concluded, Aengus activated his Appraisal skill to inspect the results.

[ Appraisal ]

Name: Yu Elvedaro

Species: Hellfire Gillian

Rank: Lesser Demon

Abilities:

- Hellfire Control

- Water Breathing

Aengus surveyed the new form of Butler Yu with satisfaction. The demon now bore the head of a Hellfire Wolf, while his body was a blend of scales and fur, creating a fearsome and unique appearance—a true hybrid of two formidable species.

The surrounding imps and lesser demons gaped in amazement, their respect for Aengus deepening with each passing moment. The newly transformed Yu Elvedaro, now a tall and muscular demon, stepped forward and bowed deeply before Aengus.

"Thank you for this precious gift, my lord. I vow to serve you wholeheartedly."

"Rise!" Aengus commanded, his tone indifferent but commanding. "I expect nothing less of you," he added, reinforcing his expectations.

"Now, send the others one by one, and make it quick. We are not done yet."

"Yes, my lord," Butler Yu responded, his voice filled with reverence.

With a nod, the Crocodile demons stepped forward. Aengus performed the synthesis once more, transforming them into Double Hydras with Hellfire control and the explosive strength of Lesser Demons. The fish-scaled demons also underwent transformation, becoming Lesser Demons similar to Butler Yu.

In total, Aengus now commanded ten Double-Headed Hydras and six Hellfire Gillians. The newly transformed demons bowed in respect and gratitude, their worship of Aengus evident.

"Rise," Aengus said, a grin spreading across his face. "This is just the beginning!" His eyes gleamed with ambition as he prepared to push his power and influence even further.

He examined the last of the half-dead wolves corpses and moved forward to put them to good use.

Activating the long-forgotten skill [ Monster Breeding ], he transported the half-dead bodies into the dimensional space for reproduction.