Wizard: Starting With the Knights Breathing Method Chapter 3182: 656: Hera’s Return (part 4)

Within Nora, there still exist 36 Mechanical Celestial beings. Under Herman’s command, these beings initiated their assembly sequence, transforming like intricate transformers. Some formed the head, others the limbs, amalgamating into a colossal soldier. In sheer scale, it rivaled the million-mile Supreme True Body. However, its imposing aura was still somewhat lacking. The mechanical visage of this giant soldier bore an uncanny resemblance to Herman himself.

This entity was known as the [Cosmic Celestial], a fusion achieved by combining the power of 36 celestial deities, with Nora's Heavenly Net Master acting as the crucial connection. This innovative function was a recent development researched by Madison. The Cosmic Celestial boasted a battle strength that approached the Supreme level, proving superior to any battle formation orchestrated by eight top-tier powerhouses.

Its chest cavity housed a cannon barrel, stretching a hundred thousand miles in diameter, which was swiftly aimed towards the Sky Dome above. "Cosmic Breath! Fire!" A beam of pure energy, a hundred thousand miles thick and shimmering with a blue hue, erupted from Nora. It sliced through the crystalline barrier, traversing an immense distance of hundreds of billions of miles across the Land of Darkness in mere moments. The beam struck the Supreme True Body of the Lord of Chaotic Star, who was presently locked in combat, causing showers of molten magma fragments to scatter violently.

After regaining its footing, the Lord of Chaotic Star gazed upon its now-shattered chest. "Damn it, Nora still has hidden cards," it seethed. This single, devastating strike inflicted the most grievous injury the entity had sustained since the commencement of the battle. Primarily, as a recently ascended Supreme, it had not yet achieved complete mastery over its formidable powers.

Witnessing this display, Helos swiftly retreated, creating a significant distance from Nora. The sheer power emanating from that cannon was something it had no desire to face directly. "Still underestimated Nora; taking it down quickly is proving difficult..."

The astral world and the Abyss had erroneously assumed that Nora's Heavenly Chopping Army represented the entirety of its formidable might. Little did they realize that Nora's homeland possessed a strength of its own. It was an unexpected turn of events that two Supremes found themselves unable to achieve swift victory.

With the deployment of two cosmic treasures, three high-specification eight-formation map battle groups, and the newly revealed Cosmic Celestial, all three trump cards left by Levi had been unveiled. This strategic reveal finally established a precarious balance within the ongoing conflict.

Should any other level-10 enemy dare to breach Nora's defenses, Wagner and the other stationed powerhouses stood ready to intercept them. Therefore, Nora had become an impregnable fortress, its sole objective being to hold out until Levi could successfully break through the Abyss.

Once the Star Abyss Alliance Army was routed, their collapse would be inevitable, even without a direct assault!

...

Meanwhile.

Within Sauron's private study.

Hera concluded her study of a tome titled "Sauron's Space Analysis." Though not a wizard by profession, as a Supreme being, she found that pursuing different paths could lead to the same ultimate goal, and she had benefited greatly from the knowledge contained within. Seated beside her, the Fallen Star Lord remained in a state of silent contemplation, a posture it had maintained for several hundred years.

Hera then spoke, her voice clear: "Now that the astral world and the Abyss have seemingly exhausted their strongest forces, it is time for us to make our move."

The Fallen Star Lord slowly raised its head, its movements mechanical. "[Sorren Two, prepare to strike!] [Defeat the astral world, eliminate Heavenly Father!]"

Hera remained silent for a moment. "..." Over the years spent in close proximity, she had come to find this artificial intelligence rather endearing. Reflecting on the possibility that it might perish after the impending battle, a sense of reluctance stirred within her.

She carefully returned all the books she had consulted to their designated places. With a gentle touch, she brushed the back of the chair where Sauron had once sat. "Goodbye, Father. You were not a suitable father. You were unfaithful, heartless... you possessed far too many flaws. However, you were an exceptionally competent leader. In that regard, I hold you in deep respect." This was the first time she had addressed Sauron as 'Father,' and it would also be the last. She wondered if Sauron could somehow perceive her words.

After bidding farewell, Hera, accompanied by the Fallen Star Lord, vanished from the study room. All that remained were the vast collection of books and the silent desk. The faint sound of pages turning echoed through the space, as if someone were engrossed in reading, whispering, murmuring, and perhaps even sobbing. It seemed like an apology whispered into the silence.

...

Years drifted by, and eight years later.

In the Land of Darkness.

The two Supremes, the Lord of Chaotic Star and Helos, exhibited signs of mounting anxiety. They had been held in check for far too long, and the two Supreme wills of the astral world were growing increasingly displeased. As beings of dignified Supreme status, possessing a realm unmatched within Nora, their prolonged offensive without a decisive breakthrough was becoming a point of contention.

Furthermore, they had failed to repel the Chaos Emperor. Levi had already penetrated deep into the Abyss, reaching Layer 603! At this relentless pace, it was projected that within five hundred years, Levi could ascend to Abyss Layer 666, effectively turning the entire Abyss Realm upside down. The primary forces tasked with guarding the Abyss would be utterly overwhelmed.

Once the Star Abyss Alliance Army suffered defeat, the Abyss Will would find itself isolated and vulnerable, inevitably facing a slow, agonizing demise. This was precisely the fate that had befallen the Nightmare Will.

"We ascended together; we cannot afford to delay any further," Helos declared abruptly. The Lord of Chaotic Star, however, harbored lingering concerns about potential self-destruction and remained hesitant. This hesitation persisted until a direct command descended from the Abyss Will.

"At all costs, annihilate Nora!" The Abyss Will ceased its internal struggle, its power intensifying like a fiercely burning underground fire. For a newly ascended Supreme like itself, the very act of ascension entailed a significant loss of self. However, if it did not commit its full power now, defeat in the Abyss would inevitably lead to its demise regardless.

Helos shared the same grim realization. For these Supremes, defeat was tantamount to death.

For safety reasons, Nora couldn't bring herself to accept the surrender of a Supreme.

However, a few Level-10s were still granted a chance to pledge allegiance as a means of survival.

Its divine power also ignited, the offensive onslaught intensifying.

With the two Supremes locked in a desperate struggle, the fragile balance shattered, and the Dark Ancient Tower sustained a grievous blow from the Lord of Chaotic Star's punch, a deep fissure creating.

Having endured for three hundred thousand years, this was its first taste of such a severe wound.

The Frost Witch declared with an unfeeling expression:

"Everyone, ascend!"

As the Supremes fought with all their might, they knew that without this fierce resistance, they couldn't possibly hold out until Levi's return.

Meanwhile, on the other side.

Herman's controlled Cosmic Celestial was in a dire state, an arm missing and a gaping hole in its abdomen, ravaged by the encroaching darkness.

"Divert one-fifth of the Nora Sky Net's energy!"

At the Heavenly Net Master's command, countless mechanical creations halted their functions, their lights ceasing, some even dismantled for parts! Their collective energy was channeled through the Sky Net to the Cosmic Celestial. This infusion allowed the Celestial to barely mend its damaged form and re-engage the Lord of Chaotic Star.

The Heavenly Chopping Alliance Army marched forward victoriously, the Emperor steadily advancing, consuming the Abyss. At this critical juncture, Nora was compelled to fight tooth and nail. If they could overcome this challenge, a clear path forward awaited!

Inside Nora.

Another shadowy figure emerged.

Crowned and cloaked in darkness, he announced:

"I have arrived to offer my aid to all!"

Wagner ignited his spiritual force, his aura eclipsing that of the Four Emperors.

His connection with the Shadow Will had deepened significantly.

He sensed that with more time, he could ascend to the Supreme realm, though at that point, he might cease to be the sole entity known as Shadow Wagner.

Whether he remained that way was irrelevant.

He had already witnessed the dawn of a new era.

He felt confident he could hold the line until the arrival of the new worlds.

A mere glimpse was sufficient!

Beyond the powerful guardians stationed at Nora's crucial locations, an ever-increasing number of Level-10s streaked through the darkness like a meteor shower, forming intricate arrays to bolster the Supreme-level battle.

Should they become caught in any stray attacks, they risked immediate demise.

Yet, as long as Nora stood, the Underworld would persist.

They held the promise of a tomorrow, a chance for a next life.

Thus, they feared nothing!

Witnessing the sea of Level-10s resembling scattered stars.

Helos bellowed:

"Great Technique — Absolute Darkness!"

The essence of darkness transformed into a vast ocean, crashing against the defensive barrier erected by the ancient tower, the gyro, the Cosmic Celestial, and Nora's formidable allies.

"Earth Chaos Sky Star!"

The Lord of Chaotic Star unleashed its ultimate technique, a power reserved for the astral realm. With the combined might of the two Supremes, the barrier quaked violently, and more cracks spiderwebbed across the ancient tower and even the small gyro.

The Level-10 battle formations continuously rotated.

This was to ensure that no powerful ally suffered grievous injury or succumbed unexpectedly.

Nora's Will materialized once more, emanating a faint white light that sliced through the oppressive darkness like a meager matchstick, counteracting the encroaching dark sea. Miraculously, with their combined efforts, the barrier held.

This turn of events utterly crushed the resolve of the two Supremes.

"How is this even possible?!"

They redoubled their efforts to ascend, casting aside all regard for their own lives.

It appeared they were intent on bringing Nora down with them in a mutual destruction pact.

"Destroy the astral world! Destroy the astral world!"

Mechanical voices reverberated across the chaotic battlefield.

The Fallen Star Lord, its Demon Body adorned with celestial patterns, charged directly at Helos.

Bang! Caught off guard by the sudden onslaught, Helos was sent flying.

Concurrently, a blindingly brilliant Sword Qi, imbued with the essence of life and death, etched a deep scar onto the Demon Body of the Lord of Chaotic Star. As demonic blood gushed forth, the Golden-haired Female Swordsman descended regally from her elevated position.

Both the Lord of Chaotic Star and the inhabitants of Nora stared in utter disbelief.

"Hera? Fallen Star Lord?"