EPHS-Chapter 656 Battles Unfolding

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Hōng Lóng!

Two figures shot out from the massive fireball and hovered in the void, facing each other in confrontation. It was Grayfia and Frayfia.

"Grayfia, do you know? I hate you," Frayfia said, her gaze icy as she stared at Grayfia.

"Why?" Grayfia asked, her expression equally cold.

Ever since their first encounter in the Underworld, the other had shown hostility towards her. Despite being just a duplicate, Grayfia couldn't fathom why this replica harbored such hatred and animosity towards her.

"Don't you understand? Of course, you wouldn't. Because you're the real Grayfia, and I'm just a replica in your eyes," Frayfia retorted bitterly.

"From the moment of my creation, everything about me exists only to replace and mimic you. My body, my soul, my personality, my Magic Power, even my fabricated memories— everything is just a copy of you, all meant to perfectly imitate your existence. So, do you understand now, Grayfia? I hate you! And I hate the Holy Bible God who created me!"

Frayfia's voice dripped with endless coldness and hatred as she stared directly at Grayfia.

Slightly shaken by her counterpart's words, Grayfia came to understand that the other indeed had valid reasons to resent her.

However—

"You're truly pitiful," Grayfia remarked, looking at the replica opposite her.

It wasn't meant as a mocking remark; she was merely stating a fact.

Though a surge of chilling intent emanated from her, Frayfia managed to suppress it.

"Yes, my fate was sealed from my birth. But it doesn't matter, because I have come up with a good idea."

"Since I can't exist as my own being, since everything about me is a copy of you, then I'll just kill you. Once I eliminate you, I can take everything from you. Then, I will be the true Grayfia!"

"So, for my sake, please die, Grayfia!"

With a cold arc forming at the corner of her mouth, Frayfia unleashed a spell toward Grayfia.

With a cold snort, Grayfia also unleashed her magic in response.

A mere imitation is just that— an imitation. Though pitiable, Grayfia felt no obligation to sympathize with her!

…

Hōng Hōng! Hōng Hōng Hōng!

On another battlefield, Rias and her women were locked in fierce combat with several of Sirzechs' other Peerage members.

Rias, Akeno, and Venelana besieged MacGregor, engaging in a dazzling array of magic spells. MacGregor, Sirzechs' former Bishop, controlled two bishop pieces, making him a formidable opponent. Despite Rias and her group having the upper hand in numbers, defeating him proved challenging.

Next to them, Yubelluna, Walburga, and Raynare battled against the enemy's two Pawns, Enku and Beowulf. Though the enemy Pawns held lower ranks, their strength was formidable. 

Enku's body was engulfed in blazing qilin flames, and he traversed the void with ease, leaving behind a trail of scorching waves wherever he went. Yubelluna, Tosca, and Mihae could barely fend him off, constantly employing their Sacred Gear abilities to withstand his onslaught.

Walburga and Raynare teamed up against Beowulf, but the self-proclaimed strongest Pawn in the Underworld lived up to his reputation. Even with the two bloodthirsty and twisted women coordinating their attacks, they struggled to overpower him, leaving Walburga and Raynare frustrated.

However, it wasn't just them; similar situations unfolded on other battlefields.

Sitri Sona led her Peerage against one of the enemy Rooks, Bahamut. The enormous monstrous fish swept through the void, surrounded by countless streams of water. 

No matter how Sona and her group attacked, their efforts were thwarted by the water currents surrounding Bahamut's body, greatly reducing their effectiveness. On the other hand, Bahamut's attacks proved devastating each time, forcing them to endure hardship after hardship.

Huā Huā Huā...

As Bahamut circled back into the void, Sona and her women immediately ceased their attacks.

"Defense!"

Having discerned some of the giant fish's attack patterns, Sona and Shinra Tsubaki quickly deployed layers of defensive magic and barriers.

As expected, the next moment, Bahamut let out a low roar, and then thousands of water bullets surged toward Sona and her Peerage.

Hōng Hōng Huā Huā!!!

"Ah...!"

These water bullets packed tremendous force, rivaling real cannonballs. The defensive magic formations and barriers deployed by Sona and her women flickered frantically. Among them, Nimura Ruruko and Kusaka Reya had their defenses shattered, crying out in agony as they were sent flying backward.

"Ruruko! Reya!"

"Madam President, leave it to me!"

Sona's expression shifted, and a swarm of bats flew toward the direction where Nimura Ruruko and Kusaka Reya had been knocked back, accompanied by Valerie's voice.

Watching the enormous fish whizz past them, Xuelan's gaze turned icy as she clenched her teeth. "Continue the attack!"

...

Hōng Lóng!!!

A massive explosion erupted in the air, and Xuelan and Isabela, blood trickling from the corners of their mouths, shot out from the blaze.

"What formidable power."

"So, this is the strongest Rook..."

Gazing at the Giant engulfed in flames, both women understood the gap between them and their opponent, feeling a bitter smile forming in their hearts.

They still had a long way to go...

Just as Surtr prepared to press their advantage, a dozen flaming wheels flew towards them. 

Hōng Hōng Hōng! 

All of them exploded on Surtr.

It was Koneko-chan and Kuroka!

Locking eyes, Xuelan and Isabela's eyes ignited with fierce determination once again.

Even if they weren't a match for their enemies, they had other reliable companions.

For their master, for this world, they couldn't afford to lose!

With a surge of Spirit Qi, Xuelan, and Isabela charged forward once more...

...

Qiāng Qiāng! Qiāng Qiāng Qiang!

Sparks flew as Irina, Xenovia, Karlamine, and Siris attacked the enemy Knight, Okita Souji, together.

Karlamine and Siris shared the Sacred Gears, Demonic Sword Creation - Sword Birth, and Holy Sword Creation - Blade Blacksmith with their master. Irina and Xenovia wielded the legendary Holy Swords Excalibur and Durandal's Holy Sword.

The girls were always confident in their swordsmanship. Not only were they on par with their peers, but they also didn't pale in comparison to master swordsmen. However, what frustrated the four of them was that their opponent managed to hold their own against all four of them!

"I've had enough! Make way!" Irina, feeling annoyed after failing to make progress, shouted and leaped into the air...

Knowing that Irina was about to unleash her ultimate move, Xenovia, Karlamine, and Siris quickly retreated. In the air, Irina swung her sword.

"Excalibur!"

A dazzling light burst forth as Irina unleashed a massive beam of light toward Okita Souji below.

Drawing his blade with lightning speed, Okita Souji assumed the Iai stance.

"Blade Draw!"

The sword flashed, and Okita Souji's Longsword returned to its sheath. However, a towering sword qi shot out, slicing Irina's light beam in half, with the remaining sword qi continuing to pass over Irina's head.

Watching her silky hair drift down, Irina's eyes twitched, feeling a chill run down her spine...

To be continued...