Chapter 390 Gloom Shadow (2/2)
A trace of doubt flashed in the Gloom Shadow's mind as he innately detected some danger — But it was too late.
Suddenly from all directions, countless of tentacles emerged out of nowhere and bound the Gloom Shadow tightly.
This… Nether Tentacles? What are they doing here?
The Gloom Shadow was startled by the tentacles that sprung out in the shadows. As a creature from hell, how could it not know the Nether Tentacles? The Nether Tentacles were one of the hardest to deal with within all of hell. Some Demon Lords even used them to safeguard their own homes and they would perform much better than demon guards. And to the Gloom Shadow who was an expert in assassinations, it naturally didn't wish to meet such an opponent because alike itself, the Nether Tentacles were also semi-incorporeal beings. Not only that, they held a special ability which other semi-incorporeal beings were envious of and that was, once these tentacles wrapped onto their prey, struggling would even be difficult, not to mention counter-attacking!
And this was the truth. Although the Gloom Shadow tried to escape, the tentacles from all directions wrapped onto him tightly which it couldn't even budge… Damn it, what exactly is this young human? How could he summon a demon?
Before the Gloom Shadow figured out an answer, Rhode darted swiftly in front of it and lifted his long sword.
Witnessing the chilly sword blade in Rhode's hands, the Gloom Shadow's eyes suddenly shook.
The next moment, Rhode's sword pierced deeply into its body.
”—!”
The Gloom Shadow let out a shrill scream, but Rhode didn't let loose. Instead, he abruptly let go of his grip from the sword hilt and retreated backwards.
”Swish swish swish!”
The instant Rhode leaped backwards, a few arms suddenly fell from above and grabbed onto his afterimage. Right now, there were a few more similar human-shaped figures beside the Gloom Shadow. However, as compared to the Gloom Shadow, these creatures formed from the shadows had much slower movements and their build was much smaller. At this moment, they transformed into a wall of shadow and surrounded Rhode. Not only that, they're even forming the top layer in order to devour Rhode entirely.
Rhode wasn't unfamiliar to these creatures at all. When he faced the Demon Worshippers on High Cliff Village, he had met these creatures — Shadow Devil. The lowly Shadow Devil could be considered to be the creation of the Gloom Shadow. However, these Shadow Devils that appeared before him were only just created and hadn't reached their fully grown state which he had met on High Cliff Village, so there were huge differences in their strengths.
But, it was too late.
Scanning the Shadow Devils surrounding himself, Rhode clenched his teeth as he initially planned to finish off the Gloom Shadow as fast as he can, however, he didn't expect that its reaction was equally fast. The Gloom Shadow knew it was one step into death's door, so he burst out in powerful strength and began to create Shadow Devils desperately. Rhode who released his sword previously to avoid attacks was currently empty-handed and totally unable to fend against these creatures.
He's dead!
A trace of excitement glittered in the eyes of the Gloom Shadow as its critters had completely surrounded Rhode. In fact, it only took five to six seconds for the transition from Rhode's attack to the Gloom Shadow's counterattack. As the speed was too fast, even the Nether Tentacles couldn't react on time. This was the best opportunity to entirely finish off this human! Once he's dead, there won't be any more threats!
The Shadow Devils encircled Rhode without any hindrance. Only a moment was needed for this human to be dead!
Of course, it wasn't that the Gloom Shadow didn't suspect Rhode's identity — However, in this crucial life and death situation, who even has the time to care! I'm not an idiot like the Parasites. My safety is the main priority now!
”Eh?”
At this moment, suddenly the Gloom Shadow detected a dazzling white light emerged in front of it.
From the start, it seemed like a feeble spot of starlight within the pitch-black skies. However, almost abruptly, it burst into a radiant glory as bright as a sun.
”—!”
The flawless, white radiance ripped the Shadow Devil's encirclement. At the next moment, it punctured the body of the Gloom Shadow.
What's this
The Gloom Shadow stared in shock at the pure, white sword that was pierced into its body as it sensed the force of incredible holiness. At this moment, this force felt like a surging volcano erupting in its body and its illusionary body had stopped moving like an empty, frozen shell. Along with this bright explosion, a ray of bright, glaring radiance fissures glutted its body.
”No…!!”
The Gloom Shadow lifted its head and screamed grudgingly before his body was utterly cracked into bits and disappeared within the holy flames.
”Hu…”
As the Gloom Shadow disappeared entirely, Rhode withdrew his striking posture and wiped off the sweat on his forehead. He retrieved his Crimson Blade from the ground and at the same time gesturing in mid-air. Soon, the silver sword and the surrounding Nether Tentacles swiftly disappeared without a trace. What replaced them were two cards hovering in the air before returning to Rhode's hand.
It's such a hassle battling these demons.
Rhode applied pressure onto his temple. In the game, the most troublesome battles were always with the demons. These bastards were sly and scheming, however, were also much easier to be dealt with than devils — At least the attacks of the demons were trackable, unlike the devils which Rhode would need to rely solely on instincts and experience.
Suddenly, at this moment, Marlene's scream sounded from behind Rhode.
”Mr Rhode, there's something wrong with the ritual!”
”What's the situation?”
Rhode turned around hurriedly and witnessed the complex ritual circle releasing an odd magical radiance. Not only that, he sensed a force of energy precipitating in the air. As he scanned the surroundings, the frantic Black Robes had retreated.
”Has the defense barrier been deactivated?”
”Yes, it is!”
Marlene seemed to understand Rhode's intentions as she hurriedly retreated and swiftly answered. She extended her arms and quickly gestured while chanting softly. The magical light ball between her arms slowly began to enlarge and at the same time, Rhode extended his left hand and summoned the Black Hound. Upon hearing Rhode's whistle, the Black Hound immediately darted towards the ritual circle. Meanwhile, Rhode turned around and gave an order quickly.
”Everyone, prepare to defend. Lize, cast your barrier!”
”—!”
At this moment, Marlene sang her final incantations and pushed her arms forward with force.
Accompanied with an ear-deafening rumble, a beam of glorious magical light exploded from between Marlene's arms as it projected towards the ritual circle in spectacular significance.
”Bam!”
Explosions sounded.
The magical radiance blended with the exploding flame sparks into one and this powerful force of energy flushed into the air.