Village Head's Debauchery

Chapter 1003: The Mysterious Cloaked Figure's Power Revealed



A look of realization appeared on Seth's face. "So you were sent here by the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City?" he asked, his voice filled with curiosity.

The cloaked figure misinterpreted this as Seth being startled by mentioning the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City.

"Yes. Since you recognize us then--" the cloaked figure began, but Seth swiftly interrupted him. "The Divine Artefact is now under Paradise's protection. We don't need your compensation," he responded firmly.

Protection? The cloaked figure couldn't help but feel his lips twitch behind his mask. It would have been better if Seth had been straightforward and admitted that they were also interested in the Divine Artefact.

How else could they protect it without utilizing it?

As Seth prepared to attack the cloaked figure, Orion's voice resonated through his mask, "Don't capture him yet. Let's use this opportunity to test the strength of the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City's gods' chosens. We can also draw out more if they are still hiding."

"Okay," Seth responded, inwardly nodding in understanding. He realized this was the most efficient way of gathering more information from their opponents before capturing them.

Seth swiftly added, "However, I will return it under one condition."

The cloaked figure, searching for what to say next, exhaled in relief upon hearing Seth's words. As expected, the mysterious individual took his words to heart but merely put on airs to avoid looking like he was giving in too quickly. It was reasonable; he was in their territory, with several people observing their interaction.

"I am willing to handle any condition as long as it's one the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City can manage," responded the cloaked figure, his tone filled with confidence.

Below, Eleanora, Lakul, and the leaders of their respective Runaway Cities couldn't help but frown upon hearing Seth's words.

Was Paradise afraid of the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City?

They couldn't help but feel a pang of disappointment in their hearts because, for a moment, they had thought that Paradise possessed more unfathomable strength than the Journeying Jaguar Runaway City and the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City.

However, it appeared that wasn't the case. As an overpowering sensation of weakness and defeat filled their bodies, Seth's voice sounded again, surprising them.

"I am interested in the strength of the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City, so its gods chosen can help satisfy my curiosity. You only have three chances to attack me. If you can defeat me with three attacks or severely injure me, I'll hand over the Divine Artefact to you. However, if you cannot, you'll suffer the same consequences as the Trekking Flamingo Runaway City," Seth stated, hovering out from the half-oval forged from molten lava and closing the distance before the cloaked figure. "You may begin."

The leaders of the Sleeping Fox Runaway City and the Wanderlust Travelling Tortoise Runaway City couldn't help but feel uneasy as they observed the scene.

Emperor Greroth narrowed his eyes at the mysterious individual hovering in the sky, a deep frown etched on his face.

Everyone within earshot could sense the unmistakable arrogance in Seth's voice, including the cloaked man to whom these words were directed. A fierce expression appeared on his masked face.

"Alright. If you're that curious, I'll show you what it means to be gods chosen of the Wandering Wolf Borough Runaway City," the cloaked figure responded, "I just hope you don't go back on your promise."

Seth nodded firmly, "I'll keep my word. You have nothing to worry about."

The cloaked figure nodded back. Without uttering another word, he surged towards Seth. His hands emerged from his cloak, revealing surprising paw-like appendages with long, glinting claws.

Blood Rampage Fury - Savage Claw!

A gleaming, bloodlike paw resembling that of a savage beast materialized behind his own, lunging its sharp claws towards Seth's throat with deadly intent.

Ding!!

The cloaked figure's smile faltered as Seth's skin resisted his technique. The invisible beast's claws pressed against Seth's neck without drawing blood or causing injury. In fact, it felt as though he had struck a solid piece of metal.

Without hesitation, he immediately withdrew his hand and retreated, increasing the distance between himself and Seth. Behind his mask, he stared at Seth in disbelief.

He had just employed a Rare Rank Technique of the Wolfkin Race, designed to penetrate and tear through an enemy's vital organs with a single grip. Despite its simplicity, it was known for its effectiveness and immense power.

"Two more chances. I advise you to take this seriously if you truly want to retrieve the Divine Artefact," Seth said, his tone indifferent.

Upon hearing this, the cloaked figure's expression contorted into a scowl, his lips twitching. He reached into his cloak and drew out a small dagger. Its edges were sharp, but what caught Seth's attention were the visible spinning gears and intricate conduits running down to its handle-a Gearweaver dagger.

When he unsheathed the dagger, he activated his Devourer's bracelet, channelling Vylkr energy into his veins. "Boost," he commanded.

Instantly, the surge of Vylkr energy within him tripled and continued to rise. It erupted from his body, enveloping him in dense, swirling strands of vicious Vylkr energy. Though not as visibly massive as Commander Edmar's, the ferocity and overwhelming pressure it exuded far surpassed it.

"Energy Level - 2,104 BEM!"

As the cloaked figure approached Seth, his newly attained energy level became apparent.

This unfolding scene dispelled those below's doubts about the cloaked figure's strength.

Instantly, the cloaked figure arrived before Seth and thrust his Gearweaver dagger towards his throat.

The cloaked figure's smile widened as the Gearweaver dagger penetrated Seth's skin, embedding its blade deep within his neck.

'I have you now,' the cloaked figure thought.

Bang!!

He intensified the surge of Vylkr energy flowing through his body, channelling it into his Gearweaver dagger and Seth. Since Seth wasn't a gods' chosen, the Vylkr energy would begin devouring his insides, consuming him from within until all that remained was a shrivelled

corpse.