Chapter 799: Man-made (1/2)
GDK 799: Man-made
Aobashi was famous in the City of Shadows not just for her outstanding strength and powerful position, but also for her good looks. Other than a man in the same class she was, like Erebus, an average person wouldn’t even dare to dream of having her.
Aobashi who usually dressed in green had a graceful and attractive-looking appearance. She had all the characteristics of great beauty. But unfortunately, because of her very high status and qualifications, very few men had the courage to pursue a romantic relationship with her.
Oi! This is the woman that Erebus has a crush on! Han Shuo reminded himself. He then smilingly said, “I have way too many women already. Besides, a dictatorial lady like Aobashi isn’t my cup of tea. You have nothing to worry about, Erebus.”
When Aobashi heard Han Shuo’s words, she stared at him with her bright eyes strangely before she suddenly giggled and said, “What are you so afraid of? You really thought that Erebus will believe that there’s something between us?”
Han Shuo laughed and said, “I just don’t want Erebus to misunderstand and feel jealous.”
“I’m not worried. Even if she wants someone else, she will not compromise her standards - I’m sure. Haha, what do I have to worry?” after hearing Han Shuo’s explanation, Erebus recalled that there were plenty of good-looking women in his House of Han and he became unworried.
“But, are you really sure?” said Aobashi in a mischievous smile as though she was determined to crush Erebus’ will.
“Erm… “ Erebus put on a troubled smile and was speechless.
While Han Shuo, Aobashi, and Erebus were cheerfully chatting, Camilla, Rugersey, and Batúk had drawn their lots. Wallace swept his gaze at the trio and immediately loudly said, “Aobashi, Erebus, it’s your turn!”
When Wallace saw that Han Shuo was getting along well with those two Divine Guard Chiefs under his command, not only that Wallace did not feel glad, but he even felt a vague sense of worry. Unknowingly, Han Shuo had influenced many of those close to him. Carmelita, Andre, Erebus, and Aobashi, were all characters core to the House of Sainte. All of them had close friendships with Han Shuo.
To Wallace, this was not at all a good omen!
“Coming!” replied Aobashi. She gave Han Shuo a death stare and a snort before going to draw lots with Erebus.
Wallace, who had been carefully observing the trio, couldn’t help but bunched his brows. He suddenly felt as though he had lost all his loyal subordinates, except Ralph, who will forever be his loyal hound. He couldn’t help but turned to gaze at Ralph standing in the distance. When he recalled that Ralph will lose terrifically, for some reason, he felt deeply uncomfortable.
The results of the drawing were obtained soon. Erebus will fight Camilla, and Batúk will fight Rugersey. Aobashi had the unmarked lot.
Aobashi seemed glad to obtain the unmarked lot. She said, “I’m quite lucky today, no need to waste much energy!” To Aobashi, other than Ralph, no other Divine Guard Chief had nearly enough strength to harm her. As Aobashi was not aware of Han Shuo’s true strength, she included Han Shuo as one of those too weak to harm her.
To Aobashi, although Han Shuo’s strength was extraordinary, there was no telling if he was even Ralph's match. Having fought Ralph for many years, Aobashi knew exactly where Ralph stood in strength. That was the reason why Aobashi had repeatedly reminded Han Shuo to be careful of Ralph.
Aobashi had never had an actual duel with Han Shuo but was aware that Han Shuo managed to injure Portlem back in Celestial Pearl Pharmacy. To Aobashi, someone like Portlem who had only recently stepped into highgodhood simply couldn’t pose her any threat.
Based on the limited information, Aobashi deduced that Han Shuo was, at most, someone who had recently become a mid-stage highgod. She did not think that an expert in this realm could defeat her.
“Well then, instead of selecting another location, let’s just use the same arena for the match,” said Wallace. He then turned to look at Han Shuo and Ralph and said, “If you two are ready, Andre will show lead you to the arena,” Wallace then whistled loudly.
Andre who was not with the party heard Wallace’s whistle. He instructed the House of Sainte divine guards stationed around the area to signal at Wallace from a distance, indicating that everything was ready.
Han Shuo said no word but traveled towards Andre straightforwardly. Ralph followed behind Han Shuo while staring hatefully at his back.
The divine guards needed several days to travel from this region to the battle arena. Han Shuo and Ralph who possessed highgod strengths didn’t need to take that long. Traveling at their maximum airspeed, these highgods guided by Andre took just a few hours to reach the arena.
The few hours spent in the journey was absolutely nothing to these highgods who had spent centuries in cultivation. Andre completely ignored Ralph all throughout the journey but cheerfully chatted with Han Shuo. To Andre, the results had been preordained with no room for a different outcome. It had been very polite of him not to mock Ralph at all in the journey.
There were energy towers around the battle arena that formed intense protective barriers. Those who battle in the arena need not worry about shockwaves and stray energies from their battles injuring the uninvolved or damaging the environment. Most importantly, Wallace and the VVIPs could observe the battle from a safe distance using the sand table. They would gain a clear understanding of the strengths of the Divine Guard Chiefs.
After Andre took Han Shuo and Ralph to right outside the arena, he indicated to the two that they may enter the arena. Han Shuo took the lead in entering the arena. Andre suddenly cried out to remind Han Shuo, “Light injuries are fine, but by all means, do not cause serious injuries or death! My Elder Brother does not wish to have a Chief no longer capable of serving the City of Shadows!”