Chapter 88: Law Annihilation
In a dim corridor, a group of people hurriedly followed behind an old man.
"Stay alert, all of you. Chen Dun, wipe the blood off yourself."
Han Yu glanced at the shield warrior in the team. This shield warrior was carefully nurtured by him, unlike others in the adventure group. Chen Dun had defensive talent and was worth cultivating.
In a derivative world, Han Yu had saved Chen Dun's life, so this shield warrior was very loyal to Han Yu and was his trusted aide.
"This time, Takatsuki Sen rarely summons us. It might be a large-scale battle with the CCG. Calculating the time, Takatsuki Sen should have revealed her father's location. The CCG is about to besiege the manager. We must seize this opportunity.
The enemy contractor is too strong. We need to use the ghouls' power to fight him to the death."
After Han Yu spoke, the contractors behind him flattered him one after another, as if Han Yu had become a great leader. As for his exploitation of them, they all suffered from 'selective amnesia.'
"Boss, Huo Bao has been acting strange lately. He didn't join this gathering either. I'm afraid..."
Chen Dun leaned down and whispered in Han Yu's ear.
Han Yu squinted his eyes, a chill aura surging around him. He gave Chen Dun a meaningful look.
There were still Huo Bao's people in the team. Discussing Huo Bao now was somewhat inappropriate. If it reached Huo Bao's ears, conflicts might arise between the two sides.
"Huo Bao mentioned to me that he recently received a faction mission. He should be doing that now. What good luck. I wonder where the Bronze Tree's hidden exchange is. That's a benefit not to be ignored. I can only wish Brother Huo Bao a smooth mission."
Han Yu's words were well-spoken. At least, there was nothing wrong if they reached Huo Bao's ears.
As Han Yu spoke, he led the many contractors into a dilapidated room.
The room was drafty from all sides, with glass shards scattered on the floor.
"Um~."
Xi Luo Luo, at the very back of the team, raised her fair little hand, as if wanting to say something. This little loli seemed to have been bullied quite badly, having to raise her hand even to speak.
"Hmm? What is it?"
Han Yu turned his head. Recently, the CCG side had been very quiet, so Xi Luo Luo's main mission (2) was already complete.
"Senior Han Yu, I feel something is wrong. It's so quiet here, and there are no Bronze Tree people."
At Xi Luo Luo's words, Han Yu also sensed something amiss.
A biting night wind blew in through the window. The new Bronze Tree stronghold was eerily silent.
"Takatsuki Sen might have secret matters to discuss with us. She said before... Who's there!"
Han Yu's eyes suddenly widened in fury as he stared at a hole in the room's wall. The hole was pitch black inside. As a mage, Han Yu's perception was not weak.
"One, two, three... Seems like one is missing. Looks like they won't fully obey your summons."
Su Xiao stepped out from the dark hole, holding Dragon-Slaying Flash. Moonlight shone on him, and a cold gleam appeared on the blade.
"How are you... here?"
Seeing Su Xiao in an instant, cold sweat broke out on Han Yu's back. He thought of a very terrifying possibility.
"This has nothing to do with me. Someone was carrying out Tatara's orders, far from the stronghold. I helped gather everyone for you. As agreed beforehand, although these people have dubious origins, they are still my 'subordinates.' I won't make a move."
Takatsuki Sen also emerged from the darkness, standing opposite Su Xiao.
Takatsuki Sen wasn't wearing that bizarre bandage outfit. The CCG already knew her appearance, so there was no need to hide her identity.
Another figure stepped out of the darkness—it was Kishou Arima.
Kishou Arima silently watched the many contractors. He had promised to act earlier, and Narukami was already in his hand.
"The Heavenly Father teaches us not to kill. But under special circumstances, the Heavenly Father will forgive me, this priest, haha."
The priest also emerged from the darkness.
"Mr. White Night, these people don't seem like villains. There's even a little girl. Killing them is too much."
Although Arima Shin showed up, he wouldn't make a move. Appearing was just a gesture. As for his words, Su Xiao ignored them outright.
With main mission (3) in place, if he didn't kill the enemy contractors, they would kill him. Striking first was the way to go.
"This is impossible. Absolutely impossible."
The usually calm Han Yu lost his composure, his lips trembling as he stepped back two paces.
"If I don't resist, I probably won't die, right? Wuwu~."
Tears welled up in Xi Luo Luo's eyes. With a plop, she sat down on the ground. She was a worker, and her combat power was pitiful. In the hands of these monsters before her, resisting or not made little difference.
The contractors surrounded by Su Xiao's five-man group were filled with despair. Aside from Su Xiao, the other four were powerful plot characters—big bosses in their eyes, the kind guarding the final level.
As for Su Xiao, he was a monster who could solo big bosses.
They were surrounded by four big bosses and one freakishly strong 'contractor.' This feeling could only be described as utterly delightful.
It was like a B-rank ghoul being surrounded by over a dozen special investigators.
"Takatsuki Sen, you ****."
Han Yu's face twisted as he offered 'warm regards' to Takatsuki Sen's ancestors.
"I suddenly feel like killing someone."
Under Han Yu's barrage of 'greetings,' Takatsuki Sen's face turned ashen. The red eyes of a ghoul appeared.
At this point, Han Yu no longer cared whether Takatsuki Sen would make a move. Venting his anger was undoubtedly satisfying. The combination of Su Xiao + Kishou Arima + the priest made their escape impossible.
Moreover, a large group of ghouls in red robes surrounded them nearby—ordinary Bronze Tree ghouls.
For the ghoul faction contractors, this situation was the absolute dead end, one that even luck couldn't overturn.
"Leave no one alive. Move out."
After Su Xiao spoke, everyone present except Arima Shin charged at the ghoul faction contractors.
"Frost Nova!"
Han Yu raised his staff high, roaring as he unleashed his ultimate move.
"Boom."
A ring of ice-blue light expanded outward, instantly sweeping over Su Xiao and the others.
Crack, crack~.
A layer of ice shards spread over Su Xiao, a chill creeping through his body.
[You have been attacked by 'Frost Nova.' Since 'Frost Nova' is a spell-type skill, your passive ability 'Absolute Magic Constitution' activates, negating 40% of this spell's damage.]
[You have been affected by 'Frost Nova's' slow effect. The slow effect lasts 5 seconds.]
It had to be said, Han Yu's attack was very powerful—not only wide in range but also carrying a slow effect.
Su Xiao's stamina attribute was a full 10 points, and with the damage reduction from 'Absolute Magic Constitution,' the damage he took was not high.
He suddenly exerted force throughout his body, scattering the ice shards. Blue-white electric arcs covered the surface of Dragon-Slaying Flash as Su Xiao quickly charged at Han Yu.
Han Yu was definitely an ice mage. Su Xiao wanted to experience what was different about the 'Shadow of Law Annihilation' when fighting a mage.
Seeing Su Xiao charging at him, Han Yu gritted his teeth. A ball of energy gathered on his staff. With a swing, a fist-sized energy sphere shot rapidly toward Su Xiao.
Su Xiao, mid-run, tilted his head to dodge the attack.
"Ice Tendrils."
Han Yu pointed his staff at Su Xiao. By now, Han Yu had no intention of escaping. He only wanted to kill Su Xiao and take someone down with him.
A chill spread from under Su Xiao's feet, and his steps came to an abrupt halt.
"Crack, crack, crack~."
Several ice tendrils sprouted from the ground, wrapping around one of Su Xiao's calves like vines.
Su Xiao reversed his grip on Dragon-Slaying Flash and slammed the hilt hard against the ice tendrils.
With a shattering sound, the ice tendrils broke apart. Su Xiao's strength was 15 points, and the ice tendrils couldn't withstand his heavy blow.
"Ice Heart Arrow."
A crystal-clear ice arrow formed in front of Han Yu. This guy was like a spell cannon, firing one skill after another.
The ice arrow flying toward him was not slow. If Su Xiao didn't break free from the control, this arrow would surely hit.
"So this is a mage? No wonder they hold such a high status. Interesting."
Su Xiao's pupils contracted. His super dynamic vision captured the ice arrow's flight trajectory. With one slash, he shattered the incoming ice arrow. Ice crystals scattered, appearing especially poignant.