65: The Awakening of spirit and a deep hidden desire {part-2}

Void was getting continuously hit; each strike from Opal and Vellora brought him down. Every move reopened the wounds that had already healed. Opal grabbed Void's hand and threw him into the corner, summoning a spear—not the usual one, but a demonic weapon: the Naraxes.

Before they could go any further, Opal suddenly snapped back to her senses. Without fighting Void any longer, she disappeared, leaving him behind.

"Damn…I really feel like quitting being the responsible guy and becoming Ajay again… the ruthless, cold-hearted monster with no feelings…" Void murmured, to which Lumi responded from within, "Don't you dare change, Void. You're walking the right path. The personality of Ajay may have the strength to overpower the emotional outbursts, pain, and suffering you're going through, but…"

I know you want to know more about what happened there, but for now, let's return to the present timeline…

When Opal approached Aziel, she had already broken free from her control. Her expression darkened everyone around her. Vivienne, Alfrin, Celine, Vannessa, Sophie, Vexia, and Lora all watched the two of them intently.

Her walk had changed—what was once tense had now become melancholy. The Naraxes glowed ominously, emitting a wild aura. The presence of Vellora even made Ignis come out.

"I see... so all this time, a wolf was hiding in sheep's clothing!" Ignis smirked, narrowing his eyes as he locked his gaze on Opal. His flames glowed as if preparing for an unexpected fight.

"Sister…spare…me…I… Give me one more chance…please…I'll show my worth…please…spa…" Aziel crawled, trembling like an insect after being struck by someone. Before he could say any more, Opal slammed her foot into his face.

"I gave you one task—to bring me his rights! But you, pathetic male villain, have no understanding! You're just a failure destined to follow behind a woman!" Opal started kicking Aziel repeatedly as she spoke. Each kick, each scream from Aziel sent chills through the sea on the M.V.

"I… I'm so… sorry… ple… please… yes… more… please… beat… Please… beat me more…" Aziel began laughing as if enjoying it, horrifying everyone who witnessed it. Before Opal could go too far in her attack, Shuri entered, using her light blade. Behind her, Charles, the elf from before, and Aelius joined in.

"All this time, I thought I was the only one who… doesn't value lives, but by the grace of the goddess, I found you," Shuri said, clashing her blade with Opal's. She was giving a tough fight, even as she mentally called out…

"Void…come out… I thought you'd corner her, but I don't want to fight her… please come back… I've lost my chance to get Norton and Samuel on my side… please don't ruin Aziel's chance… Aelius is here; I don't want to look weak…"

The battle escalated as the fight between 2nd Rank Opal Earlborrow and 8th Rank Shuri Lux intensified. Seeing her fight, Aelius and Charles joined in too. The fight took flight, and though it seemed one-sided, Opal was gaining the upper hand despite facing two light magic users and one blood artillery user, Aelius.

She seemed to be knocking them both down in the worst way possible, a wicked smile spreading across her face. Pure terror and fear spread over the battlefield. This fight was no longer about a seat in the Elysian Sovereignty—it was about personal desires, something forbidden. Yet, the authorities did not intervene to stop the chaos.

The senior members of the council watched, but they were merely spectators, observing their new competitors. Everyone's eyes were calculating—some were just chilling, others waiting for their heirs to join the battle.

"Ma'am, the list is about to be released. Everyone you predicted is in line, but I'm concerned about Void's rank. It seems Shuri is trying to rank up, and after her, Charles and Aelius are ranking up too."

"Hmm…I don't think so. Shuri is fighting for Aziel. Her main goal is to keep him safe, not to defeat Opal! And…" A woman responded, her tone confident. She wore an overcoat similar to Void's, tugged over one shoulder. The upper buttons were open, revealing her bosom slightly. She had a masculine build and exuded an air of authority.

Meanwhile, the battle was shifting the ranks, but before it could change everything, Shuri was on the verge of passing out. Charles was cornered, as was Aelius. The Raiju, if you remember, entered to help Shuri. Fortunately, she was able to give Opal an equal fight. There was no stress as she endured the battle—this Raiju was 1st Rank.

Their fight escalated to a different level. The Raiju was giving Opal a tough challenge. "I don't know what you're after. I ignored you, thinking you'd calm down eventually, but it seems you had a big plot hidden behind that face of a bullied sister."

Opal's eyes were calculating as she fought the Raiju, whose name was… "Raora Panthera, a weirdo born in the Panthera family. Of all the Raijus, you are the most unusual. Your focused and serious nature… Do you see yourself as Void?" Opal asked, her words carrying a weight of melancholy and seriousness.

"Wow…? How detailed of you…? But I'm sorry, I have no intention of revealing my personal details! Roar of Izanami!" A lightning weasel-like beast charged toward Opal.

"Huh…? Do you see yourself above him? Know your place!" With a growl, Opal tried to strike the beast, but the attack was so strong that her Naraxes was destroyed, sending her flying backward from the impact. A huge blast followed.

"Looks like the event has finally ended…" Raora said, letting out a sigh, thinking the fight was over. Before she could relax, she felt a deep cut and a strong hit filled with negative aura. Suddenly, she started receiving deep cuts, bringing her to her knees.

"Open your eyes, idiot, and start thinking with your brain…" Opal said, walking towards her. "Sadly, I didn't get Void… but I guess if I lose here, I'll still get what I want, hehehe…" Opal thought, letting out a devilish chuckle.

But before she could continue fighting, she passed out, having been stabbed by Shuri. That's when the announcement was made: "The names and ranks of the Elysian Sovereignty have been decided!" The voice echoed across the island.