The wind is biting, the sky is dark, and the nights in Anzeta Wilderness are always so cold and desolate—but today is different.
The trajectory of the artillery fire cut through the dark sky, weaving a shining and dazzling dense network in the sky, illuminating the earth as if it were daytime, and also illuminating the ferocious faces of the demons in the darkness.
"Boom!"
"Boom! Boom!"
The artillery fire did not stop at all, and the frequency did not even decrease.
This is the current military strength of the Burning Ember Empire.
This battle has been going on for a whole day, but the defenders of the Imperial Wall have not even used up their reserves of artillery shells, and there is still a steady stream of ammunition delivered from the north.
In the raging demonic tide, extremely terrifying smiling faces flashed past.
These tall, bat-winged demons are barely discernible except for their teeth and claws, while the rest are hidden in the darkness, blending in with the shadows.
They are shadow demons, known as the hunters of the night.
It is said that when a particularly jealous soul is pulled into the abyss, it transforms, splits, and recombines with other souls until it emerges as a disembodied body filled with jealousy and malice - this is the shadow demon.
The shadow demons shuttled and flew through the shadows, easily dodging bombardments and entering dangerous minefields.
They flew close to the ground like ghosts, unable to trigger those mines at all. In just a few breaths, the shadow demons arrived in front of the Empire Wall.
"Ouch——"
"Jie, Jie, Jie, you can't stop the abyss."
A series of messy black shadows were swimming on the ground, and the shadow demon's deep and hoarse laughter echoed in front of the fortress, making people feel creepy.
In fact, they are looking for someone to possess.
Rumors of demonic possession are common, often used by ignorant people to explain bizarre or violent behavior. Although most of these cases simply represent madness or insanity, which is usually the work of the Shadow Fiend.
When war comes, the shadow demon will possess the enemy's soldiers and generals, making them fall into doubt and suspicion of their comrades.
In the bunker, Adrovell looked at the black figures and instantly judged their origins, and said eagerly: "That's the Shadow Demon!
We need to find their traces as soon as possible! Otherwise, the consequences will be disastrous! ”
However, at the moment he spoke, within the walls of the empire, the faces of several soldiers had revealed strange smiles that were difficult to detect, filled with a faint black aura.
Doluo looked surprised, but remained calm: "Shadow Demon?"
Adroviel closed his eyes tightly and cast several detection spells in succession. When he opened his eyes again, bursts of starlight appeared in his silver pupils.
He explained seriously:
"This kind of demon is a combination of the power of the abyss and shadow. It can travel through the shadows and possess mortals. It is extremely difficult to deal with unless there is someone"
"Shua——"
Suddenly, a dazzling light lit up, and a new sun appeared in the sky. Hundreds of meters in radius were enveloped in this divine realm-like brilliance.
"No——"
"Ahhhhh——"
"Damn mortals, how could you have such power!"
The possessed soldiers were struggling and twisting on the ground, bursts of black smoke appeared on their bodies, and twisted black shadows wailed miserably.
In the end, with twists and turns turning into powder, the light completely purified these shadow demons, leaving only the possessed soldiers who were at a loss what to do.
"Legendary priest of light."
Adroviel murmured to himself, and then he continued to finish what he had just unfinished.
"Marshal Doluo. I follow your Majesty's will and come to assist."
A woman holding a scepter and wearing a pure white gold-trimmed robe stepped out of the light and nodded slightly in the direction of Doluo to show respect. She is none other than Ingrid, the former honorary bishop of the Amaunata Church and the current court chaplain of the empire.
"Thank you for your intervention, Ms. Ingrid."
Doluo also said hello to her, an ugly smile appeared on his face, even the fangs at the corners of his mouth were exposed.
"You are so polite. This is all for the empire, not to mention that it is my duty to drive away demons."
Ingrid nodded again, showing a polite smile, her beautiful eyes twinkling.
Doro put his hand on his chest and responded: "Of course, it's all for the empire."
Adrovell's eyes widened, he was extremely shocked and felt incredible - the Burning Ember Empire actually recruited a legendary level priest of light!
You must know that such beings are basically pure lawful good people and will never agree with a force like the Empire that has the color of aggression and expansion.
Ingrid also saw Adrovell next to her and said: "You must be the 'Guardian Scale', a righteous man who has been fighting against demons all year round."
Adroville said helpfully: "You are very kind to me, ma'am."
Then, Ingrid turned around, slowly closed her eyes, and gradually floated in mid-air, placing the scepter horizontally on her chest.
When Ingrid opened her eyes again, golden-red fire was already dancing in her pupils.
Looking at the surging demon tide and dense artillery fire in the distance, Ingrid felt so moved that she couldn't help but murmur in a low voice.
"Empire."
A few years ago, during that battle, she was coerced by the emperor and forced to sign a contract to serve the empire for thirty years under the threat of her life.
In the past few years, Ingrid witnessed the development and growth of the empire, saw the new life the emperor brought to people, and also saw the dark side full of blood.
Later, she paid attention to the tragic war in the south and sighed for the people of Fadland who died in the war.
Until now, she was a little confused.
What exactly is right?
The three descendants of the emperor, who claimed to have sacred blood, started a war for their own selfish desires and destroyed countless people's homes.
On the contrary, it was this "Evil Dragon Emperor" who enabled the Anzeta people to live a life without worries about food and clothing and brought them a new order.
Maybe letting the Empire rule Fadland is the right choice?
No matter which choice is correct, there is nothing wrong with destroying demons and resisting the invasion of the abyss.
Instead of thinking about what is the right path, it is better to solve the inevitable mistakes.
"Call"
In the end, Ingrid sighed, choosing to eliminate these distracting thoughts and focus on solving the coming demon.
The priest raised his hand, and the scepter rose into the sky with her movements, releasing endless light, like the sun rising in the dark night.
"Boom——"
The radiant energy gradually gathered, and a golden city wall slowly rose from the ground, making all the demons hidden in the darkness unable to hide.
Even the shadow demon that was still traveling in the shadows and trying to pass through the wall immediately burned, letting out painful roars and vicious curses.
【Wall of Light】
"For the empire, or for this world."
Ingrid was suspended high in the air, staring at the burning demons with cold eyes, and whispered. (End of chapter)