Ch-16 < Boss battle >

One of Gujarat's largest cities, once bustling with a population of one million, now had only a few hundred survivors, all trapped in a cage of wind.

High atop a mountain in Gujarat, a girl stood, her eyes cold and unforgiving, green energy swirling around her as she continued to unleash destruction.

She is the herrscher of wind.

Rocks tumbled down from the mountain, crashing into the human settlement below, the barriers she erected preventing anyone from escaping the deadly zone.

"Die, you filthy scums !" she screamed, her voice filled with hatred as she watched the people below.

The girl was perched on a strange Honkai beast floating in the sky.

The beast was a monstrous creature, a hundred meters long with a deer's body, leopard prints, and a peacock's head.

Two dark, rugged horns jutted from its head, and a snake-like tail extended over ten meters. Waves of green energy, dense with Honkai power, gathered around her, feeding her strength.

The survivors in the city looked up at the mountain with a mix of fear and hopelessness. They were trapped, their fate seemingly sealed by the powerful entity above.

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Meanwhile, at the MOTH base in Rajasthan, Kevin eagerly awaited the supplies Mobius had sent, especially the flesh of the Honkai beast Vishnu. When the package arrived, he quickly tore it open and placed the flesh into the system.

**"Congratulations, Host, for placing the flesh of Vipralopa-Class Vishnu in the system."**

**Rewards:**

- 20,000 system points

- *Gluttony* - an ability to steal the powers and abilities of those he devours.

The system then prompted,

*"Host, do you want to combine the powers of all Honkai beast data you possess more effectively using the authority of fusion?"*

YES / NO

Kevin's eyes widened at the offer. "What? Does that mean those genes weren't fully absorbed into my body?" he asked, bewildered.

*"Yes, Host,"** the system replied.

*" The system was able to provide partial abilities from the Honkai beasts, but they didn't significantly increase your powers."**

Kevin didn't hesitate. "Okay then, I click 'Yes.'

As the fusion process began, Kevin felt a rush of energy coursing through his veins. His cells rejuvenated, and he could feel his body becoming more powerful, more controlled. The ability to manipulate Honkai energy became second nature.

While he was donning his armor, Elysia entered the room. She come near Kevin, with gentle she helped him adjust the armor.

Kevin couldn't help but admire her, noting how she seemed like a virtuous wife in this moment, her careful attention touching him deeply.

Elysia smiled, a hint of mischief in her eyes. "it's not every day I get to see you all dressed up in armor."

Kevin chuckled, but his expression grew serious. "Elysia, remember, you can't use your Herrscher powers. If the machines detect you, it could lead to distrust and more trouble from everyone ."

Elysia nodded, her face calm. "I understand. I'll be careful."

As Kevin finished preparing, Elysia stepped back, her eyes meeting his. "Good luck, Kevin," she whispered, leaning in to kiss him softly on the lips.

The kiss was tender, a moment of calm before the storm. But as they pulled away, Kevin found himself unsatisfied with just a brief touch.

He pulled Elysia back, their lips meeting again, this time with more intensity.

The kiss deepened, their breath mingling as they savored the closeness, a rare moment of intimacy amidst the chaos. Kevin's arms wrapped around Elysia, holding her close.

As Kevin kissed Elysia, she pulled back slightly, her breath warm against his lips.

She gently placed her hand on his cheek, her expression tender and full of concern. "Just come back safely," she whispered, her voice tinged with genuine worry.

Kevin nodded, his heart swelling at her care. "I will," he promised, his voice steady.

There was a brief pause, and then a mischievous glint appeared in his eyes. "How about we do the last thing lovers do?"

Elysia's cheeks flushed a deep shade of pink. She glanced away shyly before looking back at him. In a voice barely above a whisper, she responded, "After you defeat the Herrscher... I'll do it."

Kevin's heart skipped a beat at her words, a mixture of anticipation and warmth flooding through him. He smiled, leaning in to place a gentle kiss on her forehead. "That's a promise I'll hold ," he murmured.

Elysia smiled back, her blush deepening, but she held his gaze with a newfound determination. "Just make sure you come back in one piece," she said again.

With a final, tender kiss, they parted, the weight of the upcoming battle heavy on their minds.

The evacuation of people near Gujarat was complete. All those who could be saved had been moved out of the immediate danger zone.

Despite the efforts, many civilians and soldiers had fallen, and the atmosphere was heavy with the weight of loss. Now, the moment of reckoning had arrived.

As Kevin prepared to leave, a group of soldiers gathered to see him off. They stood resolute, their faces marked by hope and desperation. "Everyone, I'll be back," Kevin assured them, his voice filled with determination.

"Sir Kevin, I'm rooting for you. Defeat the Herrscher!" a young soldier, called out, trying to keep his voice steady.

Kevin gave him a reassuring nod. "Of course. I'll be on my way then." With a final glance at the gathered troops, he climbed into a jeep and headed toward the epicenter of destruction.

As he approached the designated area, the jeep was battered by fierce air currents. "Damn, this wind is annoying as hell," Kevin muttered, feeling the oppressive force trying to slow his progress. He followed the trail of Honkai energy, his senses sharp and alert. The path led him to a mountain, where he finally found the source of the chaos.

Atop the mountain sat a girl with glowing green eyes, perched on a majestic Honkai beast with the body of a deer, leopard spots, a peacock's head, and two dark, rugged horns. Her expression was one of disdain and arrogance.

"So here you are," Kevin said, his voice cold and determined.

The girl sneered, her eyes narrowing. "Hmm, a worm dares to approach me. How amusing."

"You will fall here," Kevin declared, his tone unwavering.

The Herrscher of Wind laughed mockingly. "Stop your delusions, human. Your story ends here." With a flick of her wrist, a massive wave of wind was unleashed from the beast toward Kevin.

Kevin's forcefield absorbed the impact effortlessly. He felt the familiar surge of energy as lightning crackled around him, his hair standing on end. In an instant, he moved at lightning speed, disappearing from sight.

"Boom!" The impact of his punch sent the Honkai beast flying, its defenses shattered. The Herrscher herself was thrown several meters back, her arrogant expression replaced with shock.

Kevin darted forward, aiming to finish the beast. But a powerful tornado began to form, the wind whipping violently around the creature. "What the hell are you going, insect?" the Herrscher shouted, her voice tinged with anger and desperation.

She unleashed a barrage of green blades, sharp as razors, but Kevin dodged them effortlessly, his movements a blur.

The Herrscher's eyes widened as she lost sight of him. Panic set in, and she quickly raised a wind shield, barely in time to block Kevin's next attack. The force of the impact sent shockwaves through the air. For the first time, Kevin's attack had been stopped. He gritted his teeth, momentarily surprised.

Suddenly, a powerful gust of wind struck him from behind, courtesy of the Honkai beast. Kevin stumbled but quickly regained his footing. "Maybe I should take care of the beast first," he muttered.

He summoned several fireballs, each one crackling with intense heat. "Fireball!" he said, launching them toward the beast and the Herrscher. The sky lit up with a series of explosions as the fireballs collided with their targets. The Honkai beast roared in pain, its body scorched and charred, while the Herrscher of Wind began to heal her wounds.

"She relies heavily on the Honkai beast," Kevin mused. "If I can separate her from it or disable it, she might lose her composure and taking it down will cut her strength significantly."

Kevin then made a plan. He formed a spear from a concentrated ball of fire, the intense heat distorting the air around it. Just as he was about to hurl it, the beast, driven by a primal instinct to protect its queen, charged at him.

"The beast took the bait."

Without hesitation, Kevin concentrated a massive amount of fire magic into his fist and delivered a powerful uppercut.

"Baaang!" The punch connected with earth-shattering force, sending shockwaves through the surroundings and even pushing Herrscher away.

The Honkai beast was launched into the air, crashing down hard onto the ground. Kevin wasted no time. He gathered an even larger ball of fire, compressing it until it was a small, dense orb. With a final push, he shot it toward the beast.

"Baang!"

The explosion was deafening, and the beast let out a final, agonized roar as the fireball tore through it, leaving a gaping hole in its body. The once-mighty creature lay still, lifeless.

Kevin turned his attention back to the Herrscher of Wind, who was still reeling from the onslaught. The air was thick with the scent of burnt flesh and ozone. He could see the fear in her eyes, a stark contrast to the arrogance she had displayed earlier.

She gritted her teeth, furious. "You... you dare !" she screamed and large amount of honkai energy surge from her body.

A/N~ do you like the fight. Do comment.