Chapter 265: The Coup (3)

Chapter 265: The Coup (3)

Suddenly, nasty sorcerous energy erupted from the icy ground, shattering it and floating up.

-Dammit. What annoying energies.

The duo could feel Belphegor and Leviathans presence in the sorcerous energy because the pieces of emotions mixed within made it easy.

Were in the right place, Gi-Gyu announced. The hell king clones and the truth was undoubtedly just beneath them.

Gi-Gyu expanded his senses, sweeping the presidential palace like a tsunami swept a boat.

...

Tao Chen and his 1,000 players were already inside the presidential palace. Gi-Gyu sensed hundreds of different energies crashing into each other and explosions occurring everywhere.

Sparks, embers, and ice shards seemed omnipresent inside.

The two sides were equally matched. Tao Chens army was strong, but so were their enemies. Tao Chens side could have won quickly if not for the many seatholders on the other side.

Gi-Gyu wondered, Can they really do this?

Tao Chen had taken the main entrance with his elites and created diversions on the others. He was the strongest player in his player group, but he had failed to defeat even Botis in the past. He had many players with him now, but still

Bodhidharma asked knowingly, Are you worried about them?

Gi-Gyu smiled, inferring the monks real question.

Could you do it? Gi-Gyu asked.

Bodhidharma nodded. The smile on the monks face revealed how he truly felt. I will destroy the smaller fish in your place, so you go ahead and take down our main enemy.

Gi-Gyu could tell that Bodhidharma wanted to help. The monk knew what Gi-Gyu needed and was only happy with the mission Gi-Gyu had given him.

The truth was that Bodhidharma wouldnt be much help to Gi-Gyu at the moment.

He may be Bodhidharma, but

The monk was nothing more than a Kronos fragment. He was strong in the past; now, he was just a newbie player. If it werent for the skills and magic he had accumulated in his past life and his physical forms strength, Gi-Gyu wouldnt have even brought him.

Wait. Gi-Gyu walked up to the monk and placed his hand on Bodhidharmas shoulder. The invisible thread-like link between them became thicker and more lucid.

Twitch.

Something crawled on this connection to move toward Bodhidharma.

Bodhidharma looked shocked. Soon, he smiled as if he felt much more comfortable and replied, Thank you.

Gi-Gyu replied with a small smile and jumped into the crevice that the sorcerous energy eruption had created. Watching Gi-Gyu disappear quickly, the monk clenched and unclenched his fists.

Gi-Gyu had just given him a large amount of magic, enough to fill the monks body. Moreover, the two distinct energies didnt clash; instead, they swirled inside him in perfect harmony.

Bodhidharma closed his eyes as his power created a small storm around him. It grew until it was as strong as a hurricane. Soon, it calmed down.

The monk had wielded strength much bigger than this in the past, so he could use Gi-Gyu energy with no problem.

I feel so much better now, Bodhidharma looked at the ice wall, which had remained intact. He swung his hands to form the round pattern of a Taegeuk. His magic-filled Taegeuk hit the wall but didnt create a loud explosion. Still, it was good enough to create a small opening for the monk to enter.

Good, Bodhidharma spoke in satisfaction. His accuracy and control in creating this perfect circle were impressive.

Just like that, Gi-Gyu and the monk went their separate ways.

***

After Gi-Gyu had jumped down, he expanded his senses again to study his surroundings.

-What a beast.

Lou's whisper rang in Gi-Gyus head.

You mean me? asked Gi-Gyu apathetically. He had already found the correct path and his enemies' strengths.

-Dont be ridiculous.

Gi-Gyu grinned, aware Lou hadnt called him a beast.

-I cant believe a simple magic injection changed him this much.

Lou was talking about Bodhidharma. Before Gi-Gyu had left him, he gave the monk some of his energy. It was a large amount, but that alone couldn't have done much. After all, magic without skills was like a gun without bullets.

Hes a legend for a reason, Gi-Gyu replied. The word legend described Bodhidharma perfectly.

Tao Chen ordered, Then do not fear them any longer!

He swung the Green Dragon Crescent Blade.

Creak.

A strange sound filled the space, but nothing happened.

Hahahaha! I was impressed by your bravery, which is the only reason I listened. But your arrogance is unfounded! This is a joke! Hahaha Aamon's laughs fizzled out when he looked down.

...? Confusion filled Aamons face.

Fwoosh!

To Aamons shock, its left ankle was gone, and its leg was bleeding like a fountain. It was about to fall but managed to regain its stance.

Tao Chens eyes no longer burned with turbulent emotions. Calmness appeared in them as he gazed at Aamon.

Pssshhhh!

Another grotesque sound was heard.

Kwarrrrh!

Kreeeek!

The demons screamed in pain as their bodies split into two.

[You have demonstrated will beyond your limit to use a skill beyond your limit.]

[You have obtained a new skill: Space Slash.]

Tao Chen heard several system announcements in his head. He was listening to them when suddenly, his eyes wavered.

[You have found a clue about how to rise above your limit.]

[You have gotten one step closer to becoming a ruler.]

[Former Ruler (1/3)]

[You will reach a higher status after meeting all the conditions.]

A ruler?!

Tao Chen!

Tao Chen, who was gaping in awe, opened his eyes when he heard a sudden yell. He was in the middle of a battle, but the system announcement was shocking enough to make him lose focus.

A ruler

Sadly, he didn't have the time to think further about this news.

Im going to kill you! Ill kill you! Aamons original form was descending right before Tao Chens eyes. Aamons player body swelled up as it shed its mortal shell.

Then, the real demon appeared in the presidential palace.

Tao Chen had gotten stronger just now, but he still wasnt sure he could defeat Aamon.

This is no time for despair.

Tao Chen refused to surrender. He grasped his Green Dragon Crescent Blade tighter.

Aamons energy was enough to make Tao Chen take a step back. The seventh Seat of Power, who had once fought Baal, was undoubtedly a powerful enemy.

Tao Chen sprinted forward as he screamed, For the people! For the country!

Aamons giant fist was burning with a humongous flame and heading toward Tao Chen. The heat and the incredible magic overwhelmed Tao Chen.

Just then

Boom!

A loud blast forced both Aamon and Tao Chen to stop. Between the Green Dragon Crescent Blade and Aamons burning fist, a figure had appeared.

Im sorry Im late. Im here to help.

Monk!

Bodhidharma stood between them with a smiling face.