Why must the devil be Defeated?
Chapter 447 - 437 That must be arrogant

Chapter 447: 437 That must be arrogant

Jerome’s anguished howl, as if piercing directly into everyone’s heart, plunged the entire scene into dead silence.

Everyone watched in utter shock as Shane mercilessly crushed Edel’s neck underfoot, killing him instantly, and they felt their hearts trembling.

"He... he really killed Duke Lusica’s son?"

"That’s the son of a duke!"

"How could he dare?"

"Oh my God..."

In that moment, whether commoners or nobles, all were shaken by Shane’s brazen actions.

Having killed the son of a duke - and not just any son, but the sole heir, the only one to carry on the family name - this grudge was monumental.

"I’ll kill you!"

Jerome roared hysterically, unleashing magic at Shane without any restraint.

In an instant, countless flames of Flame Magic, like an inferno intent on destroying everything, bombarded Shane.

This was no ordinary magic, but a feast of Upper-level Magic.

Unlike the ignorant Edel, Jerome was a duke, albeit of a line with blood now diluted, a descendant of the Royal Family, still possessing to some extent the Blood of the Brave, with a Level well above seventy.

A pure Mage, he had mastered "Magic·Fire" to Level 7, which allowed him to use Upper-level Fire Magic.

Now, Jerome had utterly lost all reason, chanting spells in a roar-like tone, releasing Upper-level Fire Magic towards Shane.

Against this, Shane performed just one action.

"Grant·Dispel."

Just like before, Shane stood still, uttering a short spell to activate the Granting Magic of Dispel.

Instantly, the incoming Fire Magics were either scattered into countless sparks or exploded on the spot, driven by Shane’s Magic Power, not one touching him.

In this manner, Shane methodically dissolved every spell Jerome unleashed, causing the plaza in front of the Beizut Family home to burst with flames, sweeping across, scattering, and exploding - a magnificent sight.

"Charge! Go, kill him! Kill him!!!"

Jerome roared, causing the knights of the Lusica Family to tremble uncontrollably, ultimately clenching their teeth and charging towards Shane with a cry.

"Good, this is more like it."

Watching this scene, Shane’s lips curled into a smile. Far from fearful, he was instead gripped by the urge to break free from all constraints and relish a good fight.

Had this been the past, Shane would not have wanted to draw so much attention to himself.

Acquainted with every trick in the book, Shane was well aware that the more conspicuous his actions, the more likely he was to attract trouble and become the focus of unwanted attention.

This would inevitably expose the fact that Shane was a Hero.

Therefore, Shane despised playing the fool while being the tiger, yet he did not mind keeping a low profile.

That is, unless someone provoked him.

Should that happen, Shane knew well that he was not the kind of rational protagonist who could calmly consider his actions in the pursuit of a greater cause.

He was impulsive, proud, sometimes brazen, and prone to quick temper.

That is why Shane had said more than once that he was not cut out to be the protagonist.

Yet, as it turned out, in life, when faced with many situations, if one refuses to compromise, then one must be bold.

Only when you are sufficiently bold and strong can you afford not to compromise.

Keep a low profile?

That’s not impossible.

But from the moment you’re unwilling to compromise, keeping a low profile becomes a luxury.

Moreover, now that many already knew his identity, and because of his relationship with Luoqi and others, he could no longer hide his fame. It was time to instill fear so that others would think twice before provoking him or those close to him.

If Moro truly feared him, she wouldn’t dare to target Tielle.

If the Lusica Family feared him enough, they wouldn’t let their son touch someone close to him.

Even now, this man called Jerome had not once apologized for his son’s actions, but had come demanding accountability—an indication that their fear of Shane was insufficient.

Furthermore, from the moment Shane had prepared to marry Luoqi, he had already planned on establishing his power.

After all, Shane’s future bride was the Human Race’s most beautiful woman, favored by the Divine Race, a treasure of the Kingdom, and a Goddess in the eyes of the people. If Shane harmed such a person without demonstrating his capabilities and instilling awe in others, he would undoubtedly face endless troubles.

With this in mind, Shane had been ready to make a statement of his power.

His battle with Harvis had been an opportunity to do so, but it had been unfortunately interrupted.

Now...

"Since you all insist on rushing to the firing line, I’ll use you to make an example."

Magic Power surged around Shane like a storm.

"Granting·Flying."

Shane, about to be overwhelmed by the knights, rose into the air, coming to rest above You Lin.

Everyone instinctively raised their heads to look at Shane, standing atop the dragon’s head.

Bathed in everyone’s gaze, Shane looked down upon Jerome, his Magic Power climbing higher and higher, summoning gales and dark clouds, and continuing to soar.

"Such... Such terrifying Magic Power...!"

Many were stunned.

Including Jerome.

Including everyone in Vivian’s Team.

Naturally, this also included Nadura, who had been watching everything unfold.

Then...

"——By the vast Magic Power, call upon the celestial Aurora——"

Shane began to chant the magic spell.

"——Tears of Heaven, Star Rain, the bright expanse of sky, now ready to shine upon the Earth——"

The chanting echoed in all directions, entering the ears of everyone present, spreading throughout the heavens and earth.

"——Heed the summons——"

"——Accept the command——"

"——With the shining sword of glory, deliver Judgment upon the people——"

Shane’s terrifying magic power surged forth from his body, bursting into the night sky as streaks of light.

Then in the night sky, twinkling stars began to appear.

Terror enveloped the entire arena.

"He... what is he trying to do...!?"

"What kind of magic is that...!"

"Such a frightening pressure...!"

"Not good! Run!"

"Run!"

Everyone present began to panic.

Some screamed and ran.

Some trembled and fell to the ground.

Some were utterly clueless about what to do.

Some hadn’t even reacted yet.

"Wait...!"

"Shane!"

Even Vivian and Tielle realized something was terribly wrong, and they hurriedly spoke up, trying to stop what was happening.

But by this time, it was too late.

"————Descend, stars————"

Shane, with an indifferent voice, pronounced the Judgement.

"[Aurora Meteor Shower]!"

The Upper-Level Celestial Magic, and the most powerful Star Rain spell, appeared once again after it had obliterated the entire Galuo Li Family and nearly destroyed the Kingdom Knights the last time.

The people of the Royal Capital would never forget this day.

Because on this day, the myriad of stars fell from the sky, wreaking havoc upon the land.

...

"What... what is that?"

"Look over there!"

"Meteors...?"

"Gods above..."

At that moment, everyone in the Royal Capital’s streets, alleyways, and inside buildings saw the meteor shower in unison.

Meteor after meteor descended from the sky, crossing through the night sky in the stunned gazes of all, trailing long luminous tails and leaving beautiful trajectories before they hurtled towards the Noble District.

"Boom!"

The first meteor crashed onto a building near the center of the Noble District, pulverizing the structure to bits.

"Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!" "Boom!"...

Following closely, one after another, the meteors fell, setting off a series of thunderous roars.

The earth started to shake.

Dust and sand began to rise.

Buildings were destroyed one after another.

Areas were smashed to ruins.

People watched these events unfold before their eyes, screaming at the strong earthquake and cowering in fear from the oncoming avalanche of dust.

They were horrified, panicking, screaming, numb, not daring to believe what they saw.

And the knights and adventurers who had experienced the Battle of Artlu Canyon, looked upon this scene as if haunted by the psychological shadows of the past, frantically crying out in fear.

"It’s it!"

"It’s the same meteor shower!"

"Galuo Li was destroyed by this!"

"The Kingdom Knights were almost wiped out because of it!"

"Here it comes again! It’s back!"

This was chaos.

A commotion not unlike the Cosmos incident.

Many who ran out of the Noble District watched the ongoing devastation, feeling the raging sandstorm and terrifying earthquake, and had entirely lost their minds, tumbling and crying as they desperately scrambled outwards.

Among those who had come to the Royal Capital for the suitor selection, some were desperately fleeing, and others who were luckily not in the Noble District looked at the destructive scene with shivering hearts.

At this moment, they had but one thought in their hearts.

"Is this Divine Punishment?"

Yes.

It was Judgement.

Although not a true disaster summoned by a god, it was Judgement delivered by a Hero called by a deity.

Divine Practitioners had already knelt down to pray.

Officials from various countries and races also broke out in cold sweats out of sheer fright.

This included Jiasinta, Harvis, Rocque, and others, who were all lost in shock, unable to extricate themselves.

"What in the world is going on? What is happening!?"

Anxi, who was hurrying towards the Noble District, was nearly going mad.

"...!"

Liya also clasped her mouth in the carriage, her eyes full of shock.

As for Luoqi, leading the Holy Sword Knights, a sense of urgency gripped her heart as well.

"It’s over, it looks like he’s truly angry this time."

Luoqi had no choice but to abandon her own knights as she transformed into a gust of wind, rushing into the Noble District.

This night was doomed to madness.