Chapter 555 21. Underworld: Blood Dawn
The death of "Vulcan" Vulkan announced the complete collapse of the rule of the first line of conquerors in the vampire world.
However, despite suffering a tragic defeat, the remaining three of the four general-level commander clones in this world are actually not dead. Iceman will be imprisoned as a prisoner on Paradise Island in the Lord's World, and Storm Girl will become Mason's prisoner.
The most miserable little fairy, Hope, is still in a state of superposition of "life and death". Her future fate depends entirely on how Mason's thoughts will change.
Putting aside the battle situation at the Scarlet Fort, the situation at the Arctic base was quickly brought under control, especially when Charles was captured while driving the black armor that defeated the Omega-level mutants head-on at high altitude. Although the mutant clones were resentful, they did not dare to show it anymore.
These guys have a very tenacious will to fight. Only one-fifth of the total number of veterans in the entire base were captured alive. The others died in the hunts of Alpha Sentinels and Vampire Assassins. Most of those who were captured alive were seriously injured and unable to commit suicide. He can only become a prisoner.
This victory greatly shocked Mystique in K-Men.
She saw with her own eyes how the powerful conquerors were defeated by Team K and the vampires. Even though they called for support from the headquarters, they did not receive any reinforcements, which made her feel that they had been abandoned by the headquarters.
But compared to thinking about the strategy of the headquarters at this time, there are more important things in front of you.
What should she do now?
Once she secretly sends the message is exposed, with the methods of these guys now, the result waiting for her will not be good.
However, Mystique's dilemma did not last long, and soon a "good Samaritan" helped her solve this trouble.
"Ruiwen!"
Scarlet Fenrir's heavy footsteps alerted the resting K-men, and the deep voice of the second barrel sounded from the cockpit of the armor. He said to Mystique, who was lowering her head and shaking her body:
"Return to Scarlet Keep immediately! Mason wants to see you."
"Huh? Why?"
Mystique looked miserable, but the captain beside her, Psylocke, asked:
"Riven performed very well in this battle. She helped us. Why does Master Mason still need to..."
"She knows what she has done."
Ertun jumped out of his power armor, moved his wrists, and said to the mutant recruits in front of him:
"This is not a problem you need to consider! Remember the agreement between Mason and you. In the next fifteen days, you will be responsible for collecting the recruits who have fled around the world.
After half a month, the new recruits who have not been gathered by you will be regarded as the prey of the aliens in this world.
Your work pressure is very heavy, recruits, so I think you should pay more attention to yourself. ”
After saying that, Er Tong made a gesture, and the vampire girl Selena, who covered her face with a hood, stepped forward and took out the handcuffs. Mystique had no intention of resisting and just let the handcuffs fall on her wrists submissively.
This scene made the rest of the K-Men look at each other, but soon some smart guys realized what was going on.
They watched Mystique being taken away by the two barrels, discussed a few words in a low voice, and then headed to the blocked lower level of the base under the leadership of rookie Psylocke and Storm Girl.
Commander Erbuk was right. It was a difficult task to gather and convince the Conqueror recruits to join the K-Men in half a month. They had no more time to waste.
"Charles, you stay here to stabilize the situation and cooperate with the K-Men team to recruit new recruits. I will leave a team of hunting sentries to assist you and report any situation in a timely manner."
Ertun led Mystique out of the base. While communicating with Charles, he looked up at the black armor that was still swimming in the air.
This armor codenamed "Dragon of Victory" is not a traditional armor model. Its appearance is more like a combination of the "Vulture" heavy wing and Fenrir armor.
It is not made into a stupid bipedal robot shape, but adopts a bionic design, making the black armor flying around look like a mechanical bat with its wings spread out.
The mechanical wings and three pairs of ailerons used to absorb energy are particularly huge, making it extremely powerful when it flies up.
This design obviously can no longer be used in close combat and ground combat, so this set of Victory Dragon armor has now become a war weapon for fire support and key breakthroughs in the armor system of Team K.
In addition to the beam-focused main gun used for anti-omega energy, Charles and Mason frantically installed all the current long-range weapons and explosives of Team K, increasing its firepower to an extremely exaggerated level.
This is all the kiter's own choice.
This third-tier villain in Gotham who wants to live a good life but is forced to occupy a place in the grand story of K-Squad has always been able to find his own position.
Alas, as I get older, I am no longer suitable for fighting and killing. It is better to play a supporting role to be more likely to successfully reach the finale.
"Hey, did you see that shot just now?"
Charles laughed loudly and said in the communication:
"The one I fucked was an Omega-level mutant! Did you see the expression on his face at that time? It doesn't matter if you didn't, I recorded it!
I will have material to brag to my son when I get back.
Oops, this is definitely the most glorious moment in my magnificent yet fruitless villain career. Without further ado, let me appreciate my heroic debut once again.
You go back, I'll have no problem leaving this to you.
However, this armor still needs fine-tuning. The parameter design of the energy conversion module is too conservative. The shot just now almost caused the engine to stall. I have to quickly make an upgrade blueprint to avoid wasting the boss's time. ”
After saying this, before Er Tong could reply a word, he saw Zha Kang wiping his mouth with a handkerchief and emerging from the dissipated mirror dimension with an afterthought on his face.
"Did you eat him?"
Er Tong raised his eyebrows and said:
"Mason said before that you might become a pica. I thought he was joking. Didn't I expect you to be serious? Come on, John, you are already a scumbag and a bastard. Please don't add more to yourself. Terrible attributes.”
"But I gotta tell you, that guy tastes good, like triple spicy chicken wings, but I guess you don't care about that."
Zha Kang curled his lips.
He stretched out his hand and drew a circle, creating a portal leading to Scarlet Castle and burped again. As a result, a burst of energy flames erupted from his mouth and almost burned Er Tong's hair.
The guy hurriedly covered his mouth and swallowed the flames in his mouth with difficulty. Then he stared at Mystique who was being escorted, and gestured to the second barrel and said:
"Tell Mason for me that I am willing to let Amelia go free. I am getting tired of it anyway, but I do need an assistant. I think Ms. Raven, who can change a lot, would be good.
If he decides to kill this little cutie, why not leave it to me to reuse? ”
These words made Mystique shudder. Although she didn't know what Zha Kang planned to ask her to do, just thinking about it would make her scalp numb.
"That's enough!"
Ertong snorted and said:
"Xiao Zha has already said hello to us. Your life will not be so easy in the future. Please restrain yourself."
After saying that, he took Mystique into the portal in front of him and returned to the dome tower of Scarlet Castle in an instant. Looking out from here, he could see several burning cities in the distance in the dark night.
That was the aftermath of the battle in which the vampires under Emilia's command were destroying the conquerors in several nearby cities. It seemed that it was not over yet, but the fact that the countess had not asked for help meant that their tactics were advancing smoothly.
"Jason, Mason asked you to escort Mystique to his office. He will be back in a moment, and representatives from the Lord World will also be back with him.
The Countess invites her guests to attend the execution of the traitors of this world in the early hours of tomorrow morning.
There are still a few hours until the ceremony starts, so you can take a break. ”
Barbara's voice sounded just right, announcing that Ergong's duty in the war was completed.
The Scarlet Knight nodded, took off his bucket helmet in a relaxed manner, and sent Mystique to the office to hand over to little Iris and Black Wally who were doing homework there.
Although these two little guys from the Lightning family really want to follow Jesse Quick and Wally West to kill people and set fires, but considering that they have to go to school on time tomorrow, their homework must be completed.
how?
Do you think becoming a speedster means you can skip class? Facing an elder who is faster than the two of them, the two little speedsters will considerately advise you to give up this bad plan.
Being spanked by a speedster is not an enjoyable experience.
Ergong, who had helped little Iris solve a math problem, opened the door and walked out. He was about to take a rest, but as soon as he went out, he saw Selina, a hooded vampire girl, leaning against the wall, waiting for him.
This iceberg heterosexual girl looked at the Erbong in front of her. She had seen the power of the Scarlet Knight with her own eyes during the previous battle at the base.
Those killing skills that have been honed over thousands of times are constantly being used in the hands of Ergong. The two Johnny guns made by Mason are dancing in the dark, and the flying bullets often pierce the enemies that are constantly appearing. The scene is both cool and elegant, making the vampire girl I felt fascinated for a while.
She knew Jason Todd was a powerful man.
But it wasn't until the always low-key Scarlet Knight showed his killing fangs that she realized that this man who always covered his face with a barrel helmet was much more powerful than she had imagined.
"Are you okay?"
Jason looked at his temporary assistant and asked.
Vulcan, the God of Fire, had killed many vampires when he launched the Flame Extinction. If he hadn't taken action in time, Selena might not have been able to escape.
Flame and light are always the natural enemies of vampires. They, creatures born in the night, cannot enter the world under that light.
"I'm fine."
Selina opened her hood, revealing pale skin. There were still some burn marks on her neck, but they were already healing after returning to the Scarlet Keep.
"You have always said that you are the weakest in your team?"
The girl with blood-colored pupils couldn't help but ask:
"Are you sure that everyone else is stronger than you?"
"Let me correct you."
Er Tong, who was in a leisurely state, shrugged, put his hands in his pockets, and walked towards his room while saying:
"My original words are that I am the one with the slowest growth rate in the K team. It does not mean that I am the weakest. Although I am very mediocre in terms of absolute strength, if it is a life-and-death battle, I am confident that I can fight with everyone. One game for one limit.
Except, of course, Mason.
That guy has too many hidden tricks, and I don’t know how many generations of countermeasures plans I have made, so I have no confidence at all against him. ”
Miss Selina nodded.
She followed Er Tong silently. Seeing this incomprehensible man about to open the door and say goodbye to her, she bit her lip, flipped her hair and said proactively:
"The guy named Constantine who is having an inappropriate relationship with Ms. Emilia told me that you are very interested in me? The battle is over now, so do you want to go out for a drink?"
"It seems you like strong men?"
Ertong laughed. He opened the door to the room, shook his head and said:
"What a coincidence, I also like strong women, Selena, your appearance does attract me, but your previous performance is still a little far from my standards.
But that’s okay, you still have plenty of time to catch up.
Forget it today, the situation facing Team K is not optimistic now. I think I should seize the time to rest and wait for the next mission. ”
"Pa"
The closed door was locked by Miss Selina. Under Ergong's surprised gaze, the vampire girl blinked and asked in a low voice:
"Another Selena lady told me that I resemble a lady named 'Talia'. It is said that she has some unknown past with you?"
"Don't mention her in front of me!"
Er Tong's expression changed and he scolded:
"I hate that ambitious woman."
"Really?"
The vampire girl glanced down, licked her lips, pushed the two barrels into the room and locked the door. She said:
"But your little brother doesn't seem to think so. Proper entertainment is necessary for a warrior. Jason, I admit, it has been a long time since a man who attracted me so much has appeared.
There are still three hours until dawn.
I feel it is necessary for me to take this little time to reiterate to you that as the captain of an elite vampire warrior, I am not as weak as you think. ”
——
Three hours later, the dawn of the vampire world.
In the square of Scarlet Castle, hundreds of black wooden stakes have been erected by vampire warriors who have returned from the battlefield. These handsome men and beautiful women who have returned alive all bear traces of war, and the clothes they wear The bat-suit-like suit made the gray bat, who came to watch the ceremony as a representative of the world of lords, look strange.
"Is this going to burn people?"
Queen Justice, who took back her child, teased the little one's nose and said happily:
"It is said that the screams of vampires when they are set on fire are the sharpest among all the alien species, but the vampires over there have been dormant since I grew up, and I have never seen the scenes of them being tortured. Oops, why are you crying? ?”
"Maybe it's because the baby was frightened by the scary words spoken by his scary mother?"
Mason said quietly with an expressionless face:
"Do you think it's really appropriate to say this in front of your children?"
"That's what we Amazons are like!"
The Queen felt paralyzed for a moment when faced with the crying child, but she still retorted forcefully:
"It is tradition for an Amazon warrior to execute his first enemy at the age of twelve, and my children must also receive this education.
He can't be a coward who cries when he sees someone burning a vampire, hey! Mom orders you not to cry! You don't look like an Amazon! ”
"This won't work! You don't know how to take care of children!"
Catwoman, who had been working as a wet nurse for the past few days, couldn't stand it anymore. She took the crying child from the Queen of Justice's arms, whispered comfort and rocked it a few times.
The child stopped crying immediately.
This scene made Queen Diana clenched her fists in anger, and she once again felt that her child was about to be taken away.
"So, this is why I don't agree to let Diana take care of the child."
The gray bat who was watching this scene whispered to the expressionless Lord Chao beside him:
"Diana is used to war. It will take some time for her to regain peace. During this time, it would be much better to leave the child to you or me than to leave him on Paradise Island. What do you think?"
"I totally agree with you."
The serious Dachao nodded and answered seriously:
"As I said last time, the first half of the year belongs to you, and the second half of the year belongs to me. Diana just needs to visit him three times a week."
"It's about to begin, it's about to begin!"
Harley, who was holding a popcorn bucket next to Mason, excitedly stuffed snacks into her mouth. Quinn on the other side also picked up a camera and prepared to film the scene of the traitor vampires being tortured.
Countess Emilia was standing in front of everyone. In addition to the guests from the Lord's World, representatives from various forces in this world were already here.
A vampire butler in a formal dress used a special instrument to accurately measure the angle of the first ray of sunlight at dawn. Then, with a low and eerie accompaniment, the elders of the vampire families who had surrendered to the conqueror were led one by one. Come up.
They yelled, cursed or begged for mercy, but this could not change their outcome.
The Countess had given them a chance.
"This is the last night of the old era and the first dawn of the new era. The sad and hateful beggars will leave our world forever with their masters.
Their sins will be paid for in the washing of the sun.
The tainted order will be restored and our world will embrace the future.
That's the future I chose. ”
Ms. Emilia took a glass of blood wine from the vampire servant next to her, and briefly but very powerfully declared the victory of the Expulsion War to the people looking behind her.
When the first ray of golden sunlight fell through the lens of the Scarlet Castle and turned into a golden sword, piercing the chest of the first vampire traitor and setting him on fire, the Countess sneered and threw the wine glass in her hand to the ground.
In the screams of the traitors who turned into burning torches in the sunshine, the accompaniment suddenly became majestic.
The broken crystal wine glass seemed inconspicuous in it, and the spilled wine was more like the flow of blood to wash away the filth.
"Pa"
Mason was the first to applaud.
It's like a signal.
The next moment, applause and cheers resounded here. In the name of victory, the medieval aliens who had regained their own world began to celebrate the arrival of a new day together with their "distinguished guests".
The war is over.
Not only has the war in the world of lords come to an end, but the world of vampires, which has been driven by the conquerors to pay too much for this war that does not belong to them, can finally enjoy the peace in the turbulent era.
It doesn't come easy.
So cheers. (End of chapter)