Chapter 224: An Appetite For Disaster

Chapter 224: An Appetite For Disaster

Contrary to what some of the Gods assumed, Ira did indeed land within the tainted lands. It was just that walking directly out didnt seem like a good idea to him so he teleported to one of the places he had memories of which he gained from Indras. That place was none other than the site of the battle which wiped out just about every Avarus.

Much like his arrival in the Mortal Realm, Ira stood in the middle of a forest without a shred of clothing.

Damn it, He cursed while waving his hand.

A pile of clothes appeared in front of him before immediately disintegrating. It was clear that items from the Mortal Realm werent allowed in the Divine Realm. A long time ago, those who managed to ascend assumed that it was symbolic in a way, telling those who achieved the impossible to cut all ties with their former home. That lesson was completely lost on Ira, who hurriedly stashed away the Godsteel ring. It may have been due to the divine nature of Godsteel but it took longer to break down.

So what am I supposed to do? Ira asked aloud while looking around.

A lush forest that hummed with pure spiritual energy surrounded him on all sides. The sight of the bloody eradication of the Avarus Lupum was nowhere to be seen, buried undearth the growth and long forgotten by nearly all.Follow current novels at novelhall.comeone carries a scent Ive never tasted before A glowing golden serpent slithered through the air.

Iras eyes flickered as he looked to the flying serpent. It was as long as a tree but almost appeared to be light as a feather as it gently glided in the air.

A talking snake, He muttered. At the moment, he couldnt help but to feel a little peckish. Though Gods didnt need to eat in order to replenish energy, Ira didnt have any real divinity. As such couldnt sit down for a few hours and let his body naturally recover from the divinity. No, the only thing would suffice was the consumption of another source of energy and a potential meal just made its way to him.

Sss...Such a crass term to describe a creature such as me...What a wonderful smell you carry. The Golden Serpent began to circle around Ira with curious eyes.

I need information, snake. Ira stated as he let the serpent examine him.

Ha! You are mis-sss-staken. You are nothing but prey. The Serpents golden scales began to shake in excitement. I only took this moment to savor your scent

Before the Serpent could finish, Iras arm changed into its beast form becoming disproportionate to his body. The beast-like arm covered in black tendrils snatched the snake out of the air and slammed it into the ground before squeezing it until it appeared as if it would burst.

W-wait! Information! You asked for information! I can answer any questions you may have! The serpent hurriedly spat out anything it could to delay Ira.

Its a bit too late now, Ira said with clear indifference. Besides, Im a bit hungry, you see.

The second Ira finished speaking, the serpent was absorbed into the darkened hand of a beast, leaving behind a few scales.

A flash of memories filled his mind and none of them related to the Gods. It appeared that the Gods had little to no interaction with Divine Beasts, or at least, the ones that were serpents. The memories showed him territories that the many type of beasts held reign over with the most powerful being located near a mountain.

Ira leaped up to the top of one of the towering trees and could see his next destination. A nearby mountain covered with a faint fluorescent glow. From what he just learned, the mountain was off-limits to the weaker beasts since the King sat atop it. Instead of going directly to it, Ira decided to find more food on the way.

He dropped down from the tree and shifted into his beast form. A lumbering horned creature with four yellow eyes with its entire body covered in a coat of writhing darkness. The shine of its metallic teeth was the only thing that could contrast the ever present layer of moving shadows.

Ira let out a low growl that vibrated through the air, alerting any and every living creature in the forest that he was coming. He lowered his body and began running forward while spreading out his senses as his search began.

One thing that Ira had to admit was that his ascension gave him an irreplicable sense of freedom. In the Mortal Realm, the feeling of sealing all his power away was uncomfortable to say the least. Now, he struggled not to get lost in the instinctive urge to let loose though it wasnt very hard considering his goals were still fresh in his mind.

The next thing Ira stumbled upon were a group of large hare with luminous blue fur. They tried to run away but they couldnt escape his grasp and half of them were eaten in an instant.

He pushed further in the forest, finding white winged elk who flew away upon discovering him. His arm shot out, stretching to unnatural proportions, and grabbed several of the winged elk out of the sky before pulling them into his body and absorbing them.

Still not enough, Ira growled to himself before increasing his speed, his footsteps thundering throughout the forest.

Great Grandmother! Ira shouted before covering his body with his hands. Please, dont stare so much!

You...Youre not serious are you? Kara dropped her weapons, ignoring Iras comments.

If the Avarus had a relation to her that meant she was obligated to ally with him and face the wrath of numerous Gods. She had no fear toward fighting, but it meant a certain death unless Ira was as powerful as he made himself seen when he threatened the Gods and killed Rythar.

She looked at Ira again who twisted his body timidly upon noticing her stare.

Great Grandmother, show some restraint, Ira whispered shyly, though he intentionally said it loud enough for her to hear.

Lauren...what have you done? Karas face darkened even more as Iras teasing continued.

A few minutes later, the two were sitting across from each other. Kara created a dark grey cloak for Ira to cover himself with and the two began talking. After giving a short summary of how he got involved with the Valkyries, continuing on until the war with the Angels and his subsequent ascension. Kara kept her eyes closed and maintained her silence with unknown thoughts.

I suppose I can rest easy knowing that shes okay, Kara sighed.

Now, I think its time to discuss what it is you plan to do next...Ira. She changed topics while regaining her serious bearing.

Eat the God of Nature, Ira replied plainly. He was no longer smiling as he did before since he was more than aware of the grave nature of his current situation.

...Please try to be serious. Kara spoke as patiently as she could.

I am.

If you were youd understand that Gods arent as easy to kill as you think. I even managed to sever your arm.

I let you. Ira smirked.

Did you really? Kara seemed skeptical but Ira shrugged.

You think I would let you get that close otherwise? Ira flashed a faint grin.

They met each others eyes and neither of them showed signs of stepping down.

Wait Ira suddenly averted his gaze, his brows were pinched together in confusion. If the Angels maintained contact with the Gods, they should know that we have a connection.

What do you mean? Kara inquired.

The Thynne Family Valkyries were practically seen as their own nation back in the Mortal Realm and everyone knew I married one of them. Theres no way the Angels skipped over that detail when reporting to the Gods...Did you really have no idea?

Kara went silent before her eyes flashed in realization. Then...at least some of the Gods already know and they wouldve made plans for it-

She was about to continue when she noticed that Ira was looking past her. She followed his gaze and looked up only to see a bright array of light shining down.

Defend yourself! Kara shouted just before the mountain erupted under a bombardment of blinding divine energy.

A powerful aftershock spread through the forest of Divine Beast uprooting the trees and overturning the soil. Clouds of dust filled the air and then slowly fell, revealing part of a huge crater with no trace of the sturdy mountain from before.

Three Gods were floating in the air by different means, they each surveyed the sight of smoldering destruction without the slightest hint of remorse.