Strongest Necromancer System Chapter 748: The Valkan’s Territory

Back in their younger days, Gina had fallen deeply for Jason, who was merely a mechanic and the offspring of a chef. She remained oblivious to his royal lineage or the vast array of siblings and kin he possessed. Yet now, as this truth unfolded before her, Gina often pondered whether she could truly withstand such immense royal burdens. She had strived tirelessly to transform into a woman who would bring glory to Jason, though a nagging uncertainty always lingered deep within. But in this instant, a fountain of bliss welled up from Gina's heart upon receiving Farlow's commendation! The reality that an actual King lauded Jason thanks to her efforts filled Gina with the certainty that she was truly on the correct path!

Gina offered her thanks to Farlow for his gracious praise, and he nodded while directing her to enter and catch some rest. He would stand guard for the initial shift, rousing her when it was time to rotate. With a nod of appreciation, Gina bid one last goodnight before retreating to slumber.

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Come morning, Farlow and Gina pressed onward through the forest anew. The night prior passed without incident, free from spirit beast assaults, allowing them a simple breakfast before departing smoothly. Leading the way, Gina tracked the Spiritual Energy permeating the surrounding air. Every spirit unwittingly dispersed this energy into the natural world, akin to mana, acting as a signal for Spirit Arts practitioners to detect nearby presences. The mightier the spirit, the more potent its aura, enabling users to pinpoint formidable ones by trailing that intensity. Currently, Gina pursued the most dominant Spiritual Energy, steering clear of lesser emanations, confident it would guide them directly into Valkan territory.

Growing nearer, Gina sensed Farlow's tension mounting with each passing moment. They had entered a strangely hushed forest expanse, devoid of any ordinary wildlife, a clear sign of the mighty spirit's domain.

"According to our intel, the Moon Dew Fruit trees lie beyond the swamp area, merely a few hundred meters ahead. We ought to seize the fruit before the Valkan detects us, so—"

DOOM!

The words halted abruptly from Farlow as an overwhelming pressure crushed down upon him! He whipped his head sideways, spotting razor-sharp claws mere inches from slashing his face! Though he moved to raise a shield, Farlow realized he was too slow, clenching his jaw in fury. A fierce blast struck him, hurling him aside via a tremendous wind surge! Gina materialized from the flank, her hand extended like a blade, chopping down at the assailant—but the creature evaded her wind slash by coiling in a whirlwind, vanishing only to rematerialize across the clearing! Gina quickly checked on Farlow, confirming his safety, then fixed her gaze on their adversary!

GROWL~!

A sleek, black tiger-esque beast prowled with refined poise that masked the immense power radiating from it, which Gina keenly sensed! Its eyes gleamed deep blue with swirling Spirit Energy, claws carving deep furrows into the soil at every step! Towering enormously, it surpassed twelve feet in height effortlessly! From its lofty perch, it glared down at Gina with disdainful fury as it bared its teeth, forcing her to steady her nerves amid the vortex of Spirit Energy encircling it!

’This must be the Valkan. I expected strength, but this is absurd. Its Spirit Energy dwarfs anything I’ve encountered.’

Though merely TITAN Rank I, the beast's overwhelming Spirit Energy signified a vast leap in its prowess. Gina shared this trait, leveraging her Sagehood and Spirit Energy to surpass her rank's limits, yet battling such a monster promised no simple victory!

’Foul mortals... You dare to enter my domain? My territory? I shall rend your skin from your bones and feed it to the crows of my forest.’

Shock rippled through Gina as the beast spoke, revealing far greater might than anticipated! Speech in spirits emerged only after centuries of existence! Age granted them mastery of mortal tongues! Thus, the Valkan's fluent Elven speech marked it as ancient beyond measure! Gina assumed a combat pose, summoning winds to forge countless blades encircling her. A tense hush blanketed the forest as opponents assessed one another, until Farlow burst from concealment, surging ahead!

"I’ll give an opening!"

Farlow bellowed, invoking his Sage powers, as the Valkan thundered in pursuit with a mighty roar! Its claws raked the air, birthing five wind blades that streaked toward Farlow like lethal swords! He dodged nimbly, slipping beyond the talons to unleash a wind burst at the beast's visage! The Valkan barely flinched, spinning to lash out with its elongated tail, aiming to batter Farlow aside!

WOOSHH!

Farlow evaded, but astonishment gripped him as the tail's swing birthed a colossal windstorm, forcing him to shield his face while tumbling backward! Trees ripped from roots, the forest itself seeming to rage from that single strike! Nearly cleaving the woods asunder with its tail alone, the beast fueled Farlow's wrath as he somersaulted midair, thrusting his palm forth! His Sagehood cleaved the raging winds apart, seizing control to retaliate with his own ferocious gale! Even the mighty Spirit Valkan staggered back several paces! The world shuddered as tempests ravaged the woods, razor-sharp wind shards shredding trees before hurtling at the Valkan! Effortlessly, it shattered the onslaught, then lunged anew, its form igniting in azure radiance!

SLASH!

Now, the Valkan hurled a Spirit Energy surge directly at Farlow, compelling him to dive low as it streaked unscathed through the trees! Spirit Energy's uniqueness stemmed from its wielders' precision! A hallmark was striking one foe amid thousands without collateral harm! Despite Farlow's superior strength, the Valkan's dual Sagehood and Spirit Arts neutralized his edge completely!