95 - Radak Blackstone

Deterred by the menacing flames, the group had already retreated to the side, and Patti was screaming.

"Magic transformation... This is magic transformation."

The once slightly lean youth had completely transformed into a creature with a lion-like head, a back covered in bone spurs, limbs resembling beast claws, dark red skin, and eyes that gleamed with a fiery red light. The only chain binding his body was the one on his right leg.

"It's all your fault, Temis. It's all because of you." Brock exclaimed in panic.

Lynn raised his hand and pressed the nearby alarm bell.

A piercing alarm immediately echoed throughout the room, and the tightly closed laboratory doors swung open. Several armored guards rushed in, with Korman leading the way.

Upon seeing the half-human, half-beast creature on the examination table, Korman couldn't help but curse.

"Damn, another defective product rebellion..."

Korman then gave a stern glare at Lynn and the others, but he was not unfamiliar with this situation. While the monster was still bound by iron chains, the guards quickly drew the crossbows from their waists.

Swish, swish, swish.

The sound of arrows piercing the air filled the room. The arrows made of magic wood burst upon hitting the experimental subject's body, creating bloody holes all over.

However, this kind of attack didn't seem to have much effect. Instead, it drove the creature into a frenzy. The chain binding its right leg snapped, and the half-human, half-beast monster dragged the heavy examination table toward the crowd.

"Everyone, get out of the way." Korman's forehead was covered in cold sweat. Even he didn't dare to face this head-on. He could only watch as the massive examination table crashed into the crowd. Several guards who couldn't dodge in time were knocked down and trapped under the table, their fates uncertain.

Then the half-human, half-beast creature charged forward. Its footsteps were incredibly heavy, and each step made the sound of shattering floor tiles continuous.

"Embrace your imperfections..." Korman was also ignited with anger. He swung his massive axe blade and clashed with the beastly claws.

Bang.

The tremendous collision force caused Korman to retreat three or four steps in succession.

Losing a test of strength to a defective product made Korman's face hard to look at. Without waiting for the half-beast to charge again, he took the initiative to step forward. His powerful right arm swung in a circle, and the axe blade, which cut through a graceful arc, struck the half-beast's shoulder.

Sshing.

The sound of the blade tearing through flesh was clearly audible as it sank in. Crimson blood splattered onto Korman's face. However, just as he was about to pull out the axe blade, he realized that it was stuck in the creature's muscles and bones.

The half-beast displayed a pained expression on its face, but its left claw firmly held Korman's body. Then a burst of scorching flames suddenly surged from its body and engulfed Korman.

"Natural magic? How is this possible?" Korman's face was filled with astonishment. Natural magic was something that could only be mastered by a magic user who could perfectly merge with a certain bloodline, just like him.

But no matter how surprised he was, he couldn't change the current situation. The searing high temperatures quickly approached.

"Cursed, damned." Korman cursed, quickly releasing the axe blade from his right hand and kicking the half-human, half-beast creature. He barely avoided the assault of the flames.

However, having lost his handy weapon and needing to guard against the occasional bursts of flames, Korman instantly found himself at a disadvantage.

Not far away, some guards hesitated, holding crossbows but not daring to attack. Someone recklessly wielded a heavy sword, trying to help, but the half-beast creature slapped him away.

Seeing the guard's gruesome fate, Brock and Patti immediately abandon their thoughts of assisting. They were both afraid of harming Korman and feared that the monster would redirect its fury toward them.

Roar.

The half-beast creature roared to the heavens, then suddenly opened its mouth, gathering a scorching flame within. Korman, cornered and unable to escape, faced the oncoming flames.

At that moment, three Magic Missiles whooshed through the air, striking the creature's head and knocking its aim off. The fiery column barely missed Korman, hitting the wall and leaving a deep dent.

The one who launched the attack was none other than Lynn. He understood that this situation could escalate, but valuable magic users like Korman couldn't die, or they would certainly face punishment.

The disturbed half-beast creature turned its gaze toward Lynn, but before it could act, it felt the ground beneath it soften. Its body sank abruptly.

Passing by the Death by a hair's breadth, Korman was filled with a bit of ferocity. He swiftly approached, brandishing a dagger. His movements were rapid and agile. In the blink of an eye, he reached the creature's side and thrust the dagger into its back.

The half-beast creature immediately cried out in pain. Its strong right arm slapped Korman to the ground, but just as it prepared to continue the pursuit, annoying Magic Missiles flew at it again and struck its somewhat deformed right leg.

Korman didn't miss this opportunity either. Rolling forward, he charged at the creature once more. With a sharp dagger, he left a deep scar on the creature's abdomen, causing blood to flow.

Under Lynn's continuous interference, Korman quickly regained control of the situation.

Guard after guard from the castle arrived, and with the combined efforts of the three magic users, the half-human, half-beast monster was soon subdued.

Korman, covered in wounds, spat and gave the lion-like head of the experimental subject a fierce kick. Then, he looked toward Lynn and the others. However, before he could speak to reprimand them, a gloomy voice resounded.

"Can someone tell me what in the world is going on?"

As the words fell, a man dressed in a black robe, with a gaunt face and a group of apprentices, walked in from outside. His eye sockets were hollow, and his dry skin made him appear skeletal.

Despite standing there, he emitted no aura or visible signs of life. His eyes were filled with an eerie stillness, sending shivers down one's spine.

Upon seeing his arrival, Korman's body trembled imperceptibly. It seemed like he was filled with fear.

"Lord Radak..."

Everyone on the scene, including Korman, respectfully lowered their heads and greeted the man.

The newcomer was none other than the ruler of this castle—Lord Radak Blackstone.

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