Chapter 586 - 317: Facing the Tyrant Directly (Part 2)
"Don’t worry, Princess Dongni, you can start now."
"Alright."
As Princess Dongni tore open the Third Level Fireball Technique scroll in her hand, a fiery ball larger than a fist appeared out of thin air and burst into flames, rushing towards Raine.
What shocked all the Dwarf Elders present was that, facing a Third Level Flame Spell, Raine showed no reaction for a short while.
He neither drew his shield nor unsheathed the Emperor’s Dual Warhammers from his waist.
Only when the fireball was about to reach him did he raise his right hand, palm facing the fireball.
Hmm?
What’s he planning to do?
Is he really going to block it with his bare hand?
All the Dwarf Elders nearby, including Elder Balin, thought Raine might be taking too big a risk.
"Bang!"
The fireball struck Raine’s palm, and his steel-like right hand quickly clasped it!
Amazingly, before the fireball could explode, he crushed it into extinction.
A barrage of sparks sprayed out between his fingers, resembling fireworks.
But strangely, the expected explosion sound did not occur.
It was as if a skyrocket went off with a whoosh but no boom, like a dud.
Wow!
This was a Third Level Spell and also the most powerful among the Third Level Spells, the Fireball Technique, which got extinguished like snuffing a flame!
The three Dwarf Elders who had just met Raine all widened their eyes in astonishment!
Elder Balin, witnessing this scene, simply chuckled and stroked his long white beard, as if he already knew Raine had some tricks up his sleeve.
And Princess Dongni, who tore open the scroll, equally widened her eyes in disbelief at Raine.
She wasn’t doubting Raine’s ability to block it.
But wasn’t he supposed to use a shield to parry it?
Then let the fireball explode and take a step or half a step back from the impact.
That would be the normal situation!
Snuffing out a Fireball Technique with one hand???
What’s going on!
"Mr. Rein, there’s no need for further testing, I believe you have the power to face the Legendary Eye Demon." At this moment, Princess Dongni regained her composure, showing a faintly self-mocking smile as she put away the subsequent spell scrolls and expressed her admiration.
"Thank you." Raine nodded slightly, smiling.
Ever since acquiring the Balrog Flame Demon bloodline, Flame Spells have become almost ineffective against him; the just used Third Level Spell Fireball Technique was no different from drizzling rain to him.
In fact, even if it were Fifth Level or Sixth Level Flame Spells, the outcome wouldn’t be any different.
"Grandpa Balin, I wish to represent the royal family and participate in this action." At this point, Princess Dongni playfully suggested to the nearby Grand Elder.
"This...." The smile on Elder Balin’s face froze, his brow furrowed as he shifted his gaze towards Raine.
Hmm?
Raine looked somewhat troubled towards Elder Balin.
Not that he lacked confidence in defeating the Wandering Eye Tyrant ’Zergelos,’ the issue was bringing along a princess from the Dwarf Kingdom seems unnecessary; what if something happens to her?
"Mr. Rein, I can protect myself, and as a High-tier Priest, I should provide some assistance to your endeavors."
"Even though you may not need it, I believe the elders would appreciate my shield."
...
The next morning.
As the first ray of sunlight, filtered through the curtain’s gap, reached the bedroom, Raine’s eyelashes fluttered slightly before he opened his eyes, revealing a pair of incredibly bright pupils.
After a restful night, Raine was feeling better than ever.
Following consecutive battles and repeatedly using teleportation the day before, especially the last time bringing back four Dwarf Elders and a princess, Raine felt mentally drained.
But after this deep sleep, all fatigue vanished, as if ironed out like wrinkles in clothes.
Raine opened the door to see a familiar graceful figure already leaning half-against the door frame, waiting for him.
"Meredith?"
"I heard you’re going to slay the Wandering Eye Tyrant ’Zergelos’?"
Upon hearing Meredith’s question, Raine immediately understood her intent.
Before Raine could respond, Meredith continued, "I’ll go with you, I’m more familiar with the Underdark."
"Additionally, ’Zergelos’ has many minions, clearing them will require substantial effort, you can leave those tasks to me."
"Alright! But try not to engage in battle with Zergelos."
"Sure!"
...
Half an hour later.
In the small meeting room on the third floor of the castle.
By the time Raine arrived, conversations were already in progress.
Leonore, Harold, and Chandler had already gathered, chatting and laughing with Princess Dongni, Grenum, and the four Dwarf Elders.
"Raine is here."
When Raine and Meredith appeared at the door, the discussions immediately ceased, and everyone smiled at Raine.
"Is Miss Meredith joining?" Leonore asked with a smile, glancing at Meredith behind Raine.
"Yes, Meredith is quite familiar with the Secret Path and can handle the outer scouting."
"That’s certainly beneficial."
"Shall we head out now?"
"Alright!"
A moment later, a blue flash followed, and everyone vanished from the Olsen Clan Castle.
When their figures reappeared, they had arrived in a dimly lit, moss-dotted cave.
"We’ve arrived."
Having transported so many people at once, Raine felt a slight throbbing at his temples, a small symptom of excessive spiritual power consumption.
"Drink this, also remember to use the necklace to recover spiritual power. When we go back, I’ll perform the teleportation." Leonore surveyed the area and promptly handed Raine a bottle of azure potion.
In fact, had Leonore not been unfamiliar with the Secret Path, she would have performed the teleportation.
"Thank you, Your Highness." Raine accepted and, after uncorking the bottle, quickly drank the High-Level Spiritual Recovery Potion.
At the same time, he wore the sapphire necklace, an Elemental Star, given by Leonore last time.
While Raine was recovering quickly, Leonore didn’t remain idle and swiftly took charge.
"Miss Meredith, please keep an eye on the entrance."
"Harold, Chandler, let’s start clearing some of the outer creatures."
"Your Highness Princess Dongni, Elders, please conserve your energy and refrain from attack."
...
Raine waited for his spiritual power to fully recover while watching the colorful spells strike ahead.
Though the minions under Wandering Eye Tyrant ’Zergelos’ were quite formidable, whether it be Ogres or Undead Giants, they were nuisances for most adventurer teams.
However, for Leonore, Harold, and Chandler, it was hardly troublesome.
The three High-tier Transcendent Casters working together, let alone tackling Two-headed Giants with a Challenge Level of seven or eight, could easily blow apart adversaries exceeding a Challenge Level of ten.
The substantial damage to the minions naturally drew attention from deeper within the cave.
"Roar!!!"
A visible shockwave surged from the deeper passage, carrying dignity and poise that made everyone’s expression turn serious.
"It’s coming!"
"We’ll handle the minions. As for Zergelos’s body, Raine, you..." At this point, Leonore’s sea-blue eyes showed a hint of concern as she glanced at Raine gripping his hammer and shield.
"Rest assured, follow the plan."
At that moment, a thickening red glow emanated from the deepest passage as a massive spherical creature with a diameter over six meters, nearly filling the entire corridor, floated and surged out!
Although everyone knew the Legendary Level Eye Demon mutation, Wandering Eye Tyrant ’Zergelos,’ was coming, seeing it in person caused the faces of Leonore, the three High-tier Mages, and the Dwarf Elders to darken.
The spherical body had a bone-like surface, covered with eye stalks of varied lengths.
Its enormous single eye glowed intensely red.
Especially with the oppressive domain aura unique to legendary creatures...
Such a monster...
Can Raine really withstand it???