Chapter 92

Chapter 92

A/N: Finally managed to have enough time for this. Hopefully this'll whet your appetites for the future. Do point out any mistakes, as I rushed the PR a bit. Enjoy!

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Khali was once again observing from a good vantage point as the demons were fulfilling her battle plan. Unlike what the elves had done, the demons were not frantically pushing towards the portal. Instead they were drawing the majority of the enemies away from it. As the demons had already used a similar kind of tactic to draw their enemy into their deaths near the volcano, the enemies werent really stupid enough to fall into a similar trap twice. Unfortunately for them, they had no choice for the same reason. The majority of the powerful mages and warriors in the enemy army had died either falling into magma, or cut down by the demons. That left the demons with a vastly superior position magically, and they were taking advantage of the situation by bombarding the enemy forces with spells from a safe distance.

Khali gave a small smile as she saw that the enemy had no choice but to try and engage with the demon army. Once the two armies were mixed in a melee, the demons would be unable to use large scale area magic to cause massive losses at once. That was the thought at least, but the demon army kept pulling backwards, drawing the enemy along and staying out of full contact. Of course an army charging forward moved faster than an army that was backing away, which is why the enemy kept up their chase, seeing that they were getting closer.

Of course it was not Khalis plan to have the demons run for too long, all she needed was for the enemy to bring their forces away from the portal. As soon as they were far enough for Khalis purposes, she led a small group made up of the most powerful demons towards the portal itself. The group was made up of Shazhar and the majority of the Great Silver ranked demons still alive. Their numbers only reached thirty, and their small group made it impossible for the remaining enemy to bring enough numbers to bear against them at once, while the demon elite swiftly cut their way through the confused enemy. To make matters worse, the enemy had been forced into sending their strongest members against the demon army to stop their forces from being annihilated in a hail of magic.

The group rapidly closed on the portal as the remaining enemy just couldnt muster enough strength to stop their progress. The demons cleaved through the enemy like a hot knife through butter and soon surrounded the portal. The mage oriented demons lead by Shazhar focused on trying to shut the gate, while the warriors kept the enemy away, forming a protective circle. Khali on the other hand kept her eyes open for the inevitable and wasnt disappointed. While this attack was meant to stop any further enemy reinforcements by shutting down the portal, the main purpose was to draw out the lost-deity behind the portal.

Here it comes! Khali yelled to get everyones attention when she felt the power gathering around an enemy mage.

The mage had all his veins turn bright blue from the power coursing through, shining so bright that it shined through the armor the mage was wearing. The struggling body of the mage rose up from the ground to float several meters in the air, and they could hear the screams of the mage as his body expanded and transformed. Suddenly there was an explosion of power with dust rising into the air, and black smoke expanded outwards from the place the mage had been previously. The demons could all hear a shrieking call of a bird of prey covering the lands surrounding them, and they had to cover their ears to protect their hearing.

As they looked back up, they could see a majestic form of a demon standing before them. The demon was huge and its appearance draw the eyes of everyone gathered, with a plumed body and vast multicolored wings. Its head was that of a monstrous, predatory bird and its scaled legs and arms bore talons as sharp and deadly as any eagle. The demons feathers kept changing color, but were always extremely bright and radiant, reflecting bright yellows, brilliant reds and rich blues. The demon wore a gold and white robe with several magical patterns and a great golden staff with a living flame at the top. Read latest chapters at novelhall.com Only

The demons following Khali felt that the gaze of the demon penetrated into their very souls, exposing their innermost hopes and fears. The demon radiated dark glory and they felt their movements get slower and sluggish, as fear took hold in their hearts. They noticed that the staff the demon was holding had something moving inside and they could see twisted and screaming faces surface every now and then. The staff seemed to twist the reality around the majestic demon and they could all feel that it was a very bad idea to get close to that staff.

Khali was wholly unaffected as she walked closer to the demon. Well, well, well, if it isnt the Changer of Ways himself. How very brave of you to come within my reach.

They could feel and hear a cackling laughter coming from the surroundings, not from the large demon itself. If it isnt the ruler of Inferno herself. So this is where you were hiding. We were wondering why you didnt show up earlier. Im afraid your subordinates arent doing so well in the war, with their illustrious queen in hiding. Whats the matter? Afraid the Celestial Host wont be able to save you? The voice laughed, knowing Khalis disdain of the Host, and trying to make her angry.

Oh youll find out soon enough. Youll need to try harder than that to make me angry. Khali grinned while pulling out a blood red blade, with several blue veins of power crisscrossing its length.

The laughter sounded again as several other mages around them started going through the same transformation they had seen earlier. Why would I need you angry? I just wanted to savor the moment. Its not every day one gets to slay someone as famous as you.

So this is how you want to play it, huh? Khali said as five other demons exactly like the first one appeared from the smoke created by the transformation. Well, two can play that game. She made a gesture with her hands and slammed her fist to the ground. A five pointed star surrounded her, and a copy of her with the exact same look and equipment appeared at each point of the star. Lets dance! She declared with a smile as the six forms all dashed towards the six huge demons.

The demon laughed. Not me, but my brother. He could observe everything that happened through the eyes of myself and my other brother, and he will happily report what happened to master. You didnt think we had no precautions did you?

Well, well deal with that when the time comes. Khali said fearlessly while ripping the soul of the lost-deity out of the demons body, and shattered it. Of course that glowing orb was only the embodiment of the soul, and the real soul flew into the River of Souls to be judged. Even deities, lost or otherwise, were not immune to the judgement.

Khali looked into Nelehs eyes. It was never about whether we win our not, but what the cost will be. I think the cost just went up. Khali was alluding to Nelehs powers as a Destroyer. If the worst came to pass, they still had that one card left to play.

We better get in touch with Gabriel. Shell want to be here to face the Enemy. I think well need her. Id rather we had a planet left once this is over. Neleh said with a sigh.

Do we really have to? I mean I know you like this planet and all, but is it really worth it when you consider the smug grin Gabriel will have once you ask for her help? Even more so when she knows shell be bailing me out as well Khali whined a bit, eliciting a laugh from Neleh.

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Enter. Gabriel said as she heard the familiar knock.

Asariel, looking as prim and proper as usual, came through the door carrying a message. Another message from Little Flame. She said with a small and knowing grin.

Gabriels face brightened immediately. Ooh, I wonder what surprises she has in store for me this time. She had quite enjoyed Asariels reports once her assistant had returned from her mission. Nelehs antics made her smile every time, and she felt bad that she couldnt go visit in person.

As she read through the message, her face both darkened and got excited at the same time. This was just the sort of chance they needed, but it could also go horribly wrong. At least she now had an excuse to follow her heart. Gather the council and prepare for departure. We know where the Enemy will be going.

Asariel looked up with a sharp gaze. She could read between the lines. So whats the plan?

Ill leave Michael and the others in charge of the overall war. Ill need them to form a front with the Asura War Gods keeping most of the lost-deities away from that world. Hopefully we can keep additional attacks to the minimum, while the Enemy will be lured to go there personally. I think we know enough of his nature that the knowledge about the whereabouts of both Khali and the being who defeated him last time will be too hard to resist. Gabriel replied, already making plans.

Asariel had a small grin too, as she knew where this was going. So well be going in person? She also thought to herself. Please dont even imagine leaving me behind. All the drama Ill be able to see will be priceless!

Yes, gather your gear. Im going to reclaim my rightful place beside my beloved. Gabriel replied, without even noticing that she had answered out loud.

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