Chapter 395 - Episode Forty-One - The King of Destruction (4)

I glanced at Melzef standing at sea.

Thats true, if we dont do something, the whole s.h.i.+p could be crushed.

Its hard for me to fight when I have to worry about both the s.h.i.+p and Melzef.

But at this rate, itll be a little hard to fight.

I want to keep as much distance from Melezef as possible.

Seeing that just now, thats not enough to rea.s.sure me. That thing could destroy a s.h.i.+p in the aftermath alone. I also dont want to be caught by a sneak attack. Just a little more lets see, can you back off to about the horizon over there?

I point into the distance.

In the meantime, are you trying to escape? If thats the case, you can give up and offer the red stone. Im not going to fall for that trick. Im sure the current me can make it from that end to this s.h.i.+p in no time at all.

The half-human form of Melzef says to me.

Ill have him let his guard down a bit more.

This man is quite strong, to say the least.

If he jumps in at full strength, there will be no room for caution.

Ive been found out, huh. Its true, I was thinking a little cunningly. So lets get this straight. Ill buy us some time and let the s.h.i.+p proceed in the meantime. You will accept this duel, wont you?

The sailors behind me shouted.

H-Hey, thats absurd! Its true that the metal magic was amazing, but theres no way we can stall for time against a monster like that.

Youre going to get yourself killed!

Okay, theyve got the act down.

The only thing left to do is to trick Melzef.

Youre being rash, Abel! its alright Abel taking me out here this far, Mea is very happy! So !

Its okay! Even if you kill Abel-chan, he will not die!

Meas eyes turned red as she approached me, but Shame stopped her by grabbing her arm.

I dont think shes acting. I hope Meas okay.

Ill be fine. Ill definitely be back. Shame, Ill leave Mea in your hands.

Okay.

When I called out to her, Shame responded with a slightly choppy tone, which was unusual for her.

How unusual. If it were the normal Shame, the tension would be too high and she would respond immediately.

Sorry, Abel-chan.

Shame continued in a low voice.

What did you just say

Before I could ask again, Melzef answered.

Alright, Im going to keep my distance. But if we decide that enough is enough, I will immediately attack at your own timing. You can choose whether you really want to be the rearguard or just part ways.

The water column burst, and Melzefs figure quickly moved away.

I have to start preparing right away too.

I catch my breath.

Its going to be a tough fight from here on out.

Above all, Im going to use a method Ive forbidden myself.

Trans.m.u.te!

A chunk of Hydeem Magimetal floated outside of the boat and I slowly climbed on top of it.

It was horribly intoxicating.

It wasnt at the level of a carriage or an Ortem or anything like that.

It was three-dimensional, and my vision was shaking all over the place.

In addition, I had to endure the violent vibrations while quickly calculating the coordinates of the metal ma.s.s and my position on it.

The spatial control of the Hydeem Magimetal itself had been enhanced with hints from the floating fortress in the Zeshum ruins, but this was the reason why it had not been used for movement until now.

Tell them to stay away as much as possible. Dont worry, Ill definitely be back!

Thats all I said, and I let the ma.s.s of Hydeem Magimetal move on.

In the distance, I could see Melzef figure turning into grain. It was really only for a moment.

I moved away from the s.h.i.+p and closed the distance to Melzef.

I shut my eyes and struggled to endure the ups and downs.

Good resolve. I guess its mercy that Im picking at you here.

Melzef kicked the surface of the sea.

Here he comes!

Carry!

I created three magic circles and surrounded myself with three Ortems.

As I told Mea and the others, I wasnt going to fight an endurance battle.

Im going to use the full power of my magic to take him down in an instant.

Trans.m.u.te!

The three Ortems lit up, their mouths twitching as they spoke, and a magic circle appeared.

Trans.m.u.te!

This is the quadruple-chanting, Ortem Quartet that went beyond the double-chanting Ortem call.

It was one of the magic techniques against Kudor, but I doubt we have the luxury of time to hold back.

The Hydeem magimetal continued to unfold, covering the surrounding area in a silvery-white color.

I was standing in the middle of a mountain of silvery white that had a radius of about a kilometer.

This is the Abel Castle, a profound technique that uses Hydeem Magimetal.

The magic power will be consumed accordingly.

But the power is immense.

This way, Ill be able to fight off Kudors tentacles.

But then Kudor would probably unleash a spell, so I cant just push it through.

Whats with this ridiculous scale of magic ?

Melzef stepped into the area.

At that moment, the Hydeem magimetal around where Melzef landed transformed, stretching out countless tentacles to attack him.

Wha-!

Melzef stretched out his legs and tried to jump, but he couldnt move.

Naturally, the hydeem Magimetal on the scaffolding melted and grabbed Melzefs feet.

The countless tentacles that stretched out in a curving, circular motion attacked Melzefs body.

Melzef jumped out of the ma.s.s of tentacles, blood pouring from his body.

His face became even redder, the stone on his forehead glowed blue, and his horns swelled.

How did he manage to endure that?

But there was only one kilometer to go.

Melzef is coming toward me, blocked by tentacles.

He jumps between the two tentacles and moves to the tip of the tentacle in an instant, then kicks the top of the tentacle and comes flying at me from the air.

However, a tentacle that extended immediately blocked him.

In the air, Melzef is trapped, but he still kicks the tentacles to escape.

There seems to be a lot of room for improvement, I need to make it able to grab more securely.

You! You never intended to be the rearguard in the first place!

When I muttered, Melzefs face deepened, becoming even more demon-like.

Of course not! I just said Id be with you, and just pitied you! You b.a.s.t.a.r.d father, you can go drop dead here!

Even though Melzef is starting to get covered in blood, but hes definitely closing the distance.

But I could see his limits.

I loosen up on the chase halfway through, daring to lure Melzef out.

Finally, Melzef was right in front of me.

This is the end! Youve been too careless!

Melzef held up his fist.

But the tentacles, which were in perfect position, caught Melzefs limbs firmly.

Wha-!

I wanted to say something to you face to face!

I thrust my wand forward.

Please give me your daughter!

Three Ortems charged at Melzefs left hand, abdomen, and right hand.

Gah!

Melzef groaned and coughed up a mouthful of blood.

The glow of the stone on his forehead weakened, and the expansion of his entire body began to contract.

I released the Hydeem Magimetal that was restraining him.

Melzefs body slammed down on top of the Hydeem Magimetal fort.