Lady Hel (Part 2)

Standing on top of the wall, observing the Queen who is currently under relentless attack by them, it makes me wonder, is this how war generals feel?

Watching everything from afar, devising plans, and identifying opportunities that can be seized. But there are so many threats, that they choose to wait for the next chance.

Like when Rayven disrupted the Queen's vision using dozens of exploding arrows before William and his three friends, along with Sheila in the sports car, could drive the car directly through the raised high ground caused by Rio's thrown hammer.

Or when that hammer successfully struck the Queen's head, making her dizzy, and Celine could use her knight's power to stab the Queen's chest.

They could have done it all if not for that damn Mech that kept interfering.

Who would have thought that the Mech turned out to be the Queen's child?

We had our suspicions ever since we saw them working together. Especially when the Mech looked like a little child, constantly waiting for orders, gazing at the Queen like a child looks at their mother.

That's also why they didn't want to attack it.

There's no way we take a child's life, right?

I know that he is no longer a child, but a massive Mech of destruction and darkness. However, just imagining that a child might be inside, hurt and suffering because of us, makes me feel sick.

Not to mention Sarah has already destroyed its chest like that, and now she can't do anything to it after hearing the distorted cries of a child.

It's like a nightmare.

"Then why are you just sitting comfortably on top of the wall?"

Of course, I'm contemplating how to face the monster in front of us.

She is completely unharmed and, in fact, disturbed by their attacks.

I can't just use the previous waves either, considering the Queen might survive. And now, they are close to her.

It could be them who drown, not the Queen.

"So, you're just going to sit here and do nothing? You know you have Glory. And basically, you can do anything, right?"

Be patient, I'm currently thinking of the best way to face it.

I wonder what legendary creature I could create to help me, or what power from which god I could use to confront it.

I really wish I could use the power of Zeus.

However, that's electricity. What's the use of electricity against something like smoke?

Once again, it's them who could get hit and die from electric shocks.

Hmm, but at least now I understand better how to use Glory. Who would have thought that I could harness broken powers like those of gods or legendary creatures?

'As long as the power is not part of magic.'

Now I get it.

The meaning of that sentence is the power used through mana.

Glory cannot create powers like that.

But outside of mana, Glory can certainly do it. If many people knew about this, Alterra could fall into a great chaos.

"It's a pity that those who possess mana don't use it," said Z.

Isn't it fair, though?

Just imagine being an ordinary human but having to face an Angel or Demon at Tier 10. Although I myself don't know what Tier 10 is like exactly, I imagine it's somewhat similar to what we're facing now.

Ordinary humans facing this much smoke?

Even before advancing to attack, they would die from inhaling CO2.

"So, is that why you created a face mask?"

Of course.

Do you think I want to die foolishly from suffocation?

"Didn't you see the five people inside that car entering the smoke and seeming to be fine?"

I looked over there, observing as the sports car entered the thick black smoke before reappearing in a different location, distracting the Queen with an electric rifle.

They're crazy.

Z raised an eyebrow.

I am too.

But!

I still value my life, and of course, I still cherish this handsome face.

Just imagine my face all dry, covered in dust, dirt, and etc. Do you think I could easily win over three women who are so famous if they were on Earth?

"That's more like fog, Zent."

Fog, smoke, vapor, whatever it is, I won't step into it.

"Why don't you use the power of the wind god, like Zephyrus?"

I have a much better idea.

"I have a bad feeling about this."

My heart raced upon hearing it.

Because the Queen is now formed from smoke, fog, vapor - whatever it is, which, in my opinion, is a little foolish because once it's pushed by the wind, 'poof,' she disappears. Why not just create a massive tornado and grind her inside?

That Mech also wouldn't be able to stop it, right?

If the tornado is only below EF5 (size of a tornado), of course, it won't stop them.

"You want to create an EF6 tornado?!" Z shouted with a furrowed brow.

No, no.

That massive Mech, far, far! Heavier than an Abrams (Tank). While EF5, from what I've read, can't lift it. It's still a matter of debate, but that's not important.

What I want to say is, we need the biggest tornado humanity has ever seen, maybe even the biggest in this world!

Just imagine an EF100!

"Do you want to die?"

I laughed upon hearing that.

I'm kidding, of course not EF100. Maybe just EF7... 8?

Z sighed deeply, holding his forehead and shaking his head slowly. "Do whatever you want. Don't blame me if you go overboard."

With that, I stood up, observing the dark gray sky which, for some reason, looked so serene.

My favorite sky atmosphere.

Not even three seconds later, when Glory had shone brightly, storm clouds formed. Clouds that were much darker, larger, and certainly more frightening. They were terrifyingly black, accompanied by flashes of lightning and deafening thunder.

I spread my arms, enjoying the strong gusts of wind that almost made me fly.

"EVERYONE, RETURN TO THE KINGDOM!"

Without waiting any longer, especially after the air felt heavy, they hurried back, paying no attention to the Queen who now looked confused while gazing at the sky. Wondering, what other crazy things I might do.

Oh, you have no idea how crazy I am, Queen.

With power like this?

I will bring to life all my imaginations when listening to music.

AHH! THAT'S RIGHT!

MUSIC!!

Just like before, I created large subwoofers on the right and left sides of the kingdom, this time without spotlights, lasers, or fog. Just a resounding melody that I'm sure will make me look far more dominant than the Queen.

The bass started to sound, shaking the kingdom like a war drum. Music played, a tune so dark, frightening. But at the same time, it sounded alluring.

Of course, not forgetting to add one final touch.

Slowed down.

A large force field was created, protecting the kingdom under a transparent dome, where I could hear Celine shouting my name, asking me to join them inside.

I looked over there, giving her a warm smile, hoping it would make her feel calm.

"What you want to do now, Z?" The Queen growled, continuing to spread the black smoke.

"What else? Of course, to destroy you."

"Why can't you see me happy with my child!?"

"Happy? Look at your child in that state. Do you think he's happy?"

"IT'S YOU ALL WHO MADE HIM LIKE TH-"

"Do you want us to turn a blind eye? Let you act recklessly towards other races and use their souls to resurrect your child? That's what you want to do, right? Your reason for seeking a new energy source is just a distraction.

What you really want is to resurrect him through the sacrifice of others. But, can't you see it? He's suffering. You're bringing him back through dark magic that you don't even understand.

What will you do if his soul becomes tainted and can no longer rest peacefully? Have you thought that far ahead?

I'm sure you haven't."

Four large tornadoes slowly formed, causing the Queen to panic, feeling the air becoming heavier and pulling her in four different directions.

Oh, if you're wondering how I can talk to her from such a distance, I've already created a microphone in my face mask.

I can feel the ground starting to tremble strongly, unable to withstand the power of the four winds pulling and destroying. The ground beneath the tornadoes, which haven't fully formed yet, is already being sucked in.

The uncomfortable feeling in my chest resurfaced, telling me that I have been using Glory excessively and will reach my limit.

Do I care?

No.

Why should I care when I can see my imagination with my own eyes?

Moreover, I can feel it, feel the impending destruction that will happen soon. I can feel the adrenaline rushing so fast, with my heart beating rapidly.

Once again, I feel like I've just been born into this world.

"I told you, didn't I?"

The four tornadoes are now fully formed, creating a massive earthquake, and the sky is completely covered by the storm.

"I'm just the medium."