Yandere Levelling in Her World Chapter 198 199: I'll do it myself

Within a fiery volcanic prison, a blonde goddess with a perfectly curved, alluring body reclined on a throne sculpted from a massive lava pillar, as was her usual state.

Her golden tresses cascaded like liquid gold over the incandescent rock, her full chest rising and falling with each tempestuous breath. Though her long legs were crossed in a display of casual indifference, her visage was contorted with profound disappointment and incandescent rage. She repeatedly voiced her anguish.

"It's impossible that no one answers my summons. I am the goddess, the sole deity! Why am I condemned to this place with these vile demonic entities? They ought to be worshipping me, trembling at the mere utterance of my name. Why does no one heed my call to deliver me from this torment?"

A diminutive, sorrowful-looking imp cautiously approached, bearing a tray. The fruits, which should have been fresh, had succumbed to the scorching biome, reduced to charred, brittle husks. The imp executed a deep bow, its hands quivering as it presented the tray.

The goddess cast a disdainful glance at the ruined sustenance, her eyes narrowing.

"Behold this refuse. You dare present this as an offering? Pathetic little insect."

With a swift, potent kick, she sent the imp hurtling across the chamber. It slammed into the wall with a sickening thud. A whimper escaped it, yet it survived, for imps possessed remarkable resilience.

The goddess rose with deliberate slowness, her full stature now revealed, causing every imp in the vicinity to freeze in abject terror. She was a colossal figure compared to them, her alluring form standing like a living statue of exquisite perfection, while the imps barely reached her knees.

"May this world be damned. May all beings within it be damned. I can endure this no longer. If freedom requires the utter annihilation of this realm, then so be it."

These words dripped with venom as she uttered them. Subsequently, her entire being began to radiate a brilliant golden luminescence. She raised her hands, executing slow, deliberate movements in the air.

Her fingers traced luminous patterns, searing the very fabric of space around her. Her once beautiful countenance contorted violently. Her smooth skin darkened and fractured, and formidable horns erupted from her forehead.

Her alluring curves morphed into bulging, formidable muscles. Her eyes blazed a furious crimson, and her mouth became a maw of razor-sharp fangs. In mere moments, the goddess transformed into a grotesque monstrosity, inducing primal screams of terror within the minds of all the imps.

Though unable to vocalize their fear, they scurried behind rocks and into crevices, trembling uncontrollably as they gazed upon the horrifying transformation.

The monstrous entity unleashed a roar of such magnitude that the very lava around them churned violently. Raising a colossal, clawed hand, it slammed it downwards. A devastating wave of dark energy erupted, shattering the mountain that had held her captive in a deafening explosion.

Debris rained down like incandescent meteors. The monstrous goddess let out a deep, hideous laugh and launched herself through the breach she had created. She ascended into the darkened sky, leaving naught but ruin and smoldering ashes in her wake.

The imps cautiously emerged from their hiding places. Incapable of speech, they initially exchanged wide-eyed, terrified glances, their small bodies still quivering. But gradually, a shift occurred on their faces.

A collective grin spread across their features as they began to leap and bound in silent jubilation. They realized the tyrannical being who had enslaved them for so long had finally departed. Freedom, even amidst the desolation, tasted exquisitely sweet.

Meanwhile, at a concealed Lan base situated within a water biome, far removed from the desolation of Norbata, Meiling stood vigil beside the softly glowing containment cell where her mother, Lan Xinyue, lay in a profound, unmoving slumber. Meiling spoke in a hushed tone, yet her voice resonated with palpable anguish.

"Mother, these past months have been an unbearable trial. This world has become so utterly devastated. I question if any hope for its future remains. Each day brings intensified conflict, greater loss of life, and deepening despair."

Meiling turned her gaze toward the slumbering cell, observing her mother's serene yet unnervingly still countenance.

"Mother, I am so sorry. I shattered our family. My decisions created a chasm between us. I cannot ascertain if things would have unfolded differently had you been present. Perhaps you would have averted this entire catastrophe from its inception. You always possessed the unerring ability to discern the correct path. Oh, how I wish you could awaken and guide me through this darkness."

A solitary tear traced a path down her cheek as she continued her lament.

"Every night, I torment myself with the same query. Was there an alternative? Could I have orchestrated a different outcome, saving us all? Yet, no answer ever comes. Only an echoing silence. You, Mother, would have found a way to save us."

At that precise moment, an unrelated woman entered the chamber. The woman offered a slight, respectful bow.

"Lady Meiling, we have deliberated upon your proposal with great care. Although some harbor reservations, we shall not oppose your decision. If it is your resolve to lead us back to Norbata, then we shall follow. If this journey ensures we reclaim the esteem due to us as members of the Lan clan, then we stand ready."

Meiling pivoted to face her fully, conveying her gratitude with a subtle nod.

"Good. I am pleased most of you concur. They possess superior scientists and doctors there. They can provide assistance to mother. They can aid all of us. This is a necessity for our people and for ourselves. We cannot remain in hiding indefinitely while the world collapses around us. We must re-emerge as the Lan family, not in isolation, but in our rightful place."

The woman offered a nod in agreement.

"You speak the truth, Lady Meiling. Our people have endured sufficient hardship. A new sanctuary could reignite our hope."

She began to depart but paused, turning back to face Meiling. Her voice lowered, adopting a tone as though she were confessing a forbidden secret.

"There is one more piece of information I must convey. They have located Lan Xue."

Meiling's eyes widened in astonishment. This name had not been uttered in her presence for an considerable time. She had fully presumed Xue would have perished by now.

"Lan Xue? Are you absolutely certain? What is her condition? Inform me of every detail immediately. Where on earth did you find her?"

The woman faltered, her gaze falling to the floor for a moment. Meiling moved closer, her insistence palpable.

"Do not omit anything. I require all the facts. How is Lan Xue? Respond with clarity."

Finally, the woman responded in a hushed tone.

"Well, it could be described that she is not mentally sound at present. She incessantly claims angels will descend to annihilate us all. She repeatedly asserts that the final reckoning is imminent. This she shrieks at anyone who approaches. Her mind appears shattered by whatever experiences she has endured. During our patrol of the vicinity, we encountered several gangs engaged in drug abuse, and Lady Xue was among them."

Meiling's countenance soured instantly. Deep within, she acknowledged that the angels were no longer mere legend, yet hearing it from Xue still struck a painful chord. Nevertheless, Xue was the least of her present worries. They faced more significant challenges.

"Thank you for conveying this to me. However, our focus must remain undivided for now. We must prepare for our departure. Let everyone ready all our transport. Load the necessary provisions and ensure the secure containment of the sleeping cell for mother. We shall evacuate at the earliest opportunity."

The woman presented a salute.

"Immediately, Lady Meiling. I shall personally oversee the arrangements."

The moment the woman exited the chamber, a loud, chaotic alarm erupted from the exterior. Cries and the sounds of hurried footsteps permeated the air. Meiling found herself questioning the source of the commotion, turning her head towards the entrance momentarily.

"What is that cacophony? Is there an issue occurring outside?"

She glanced back towards the sleeping cell, where her mother, Lan Xinyue, was supposed to be housed. To her utter dismay, Lan Xinyue had vanished without a trace. The illuminated sleeping cell now stood completely vacant.

Meiling's heart sank momentarily upon observing the empty containment unit.

Concurrently, sirens began to wail intensely throughout the entire facility. Red alert lights pulsed erratically in every direction. Meiling's heart pounded as urgent dispatches echoed over the public address system.

"An entity is approaching our position at extreme velocity. It is colossal. It has already demolished multiple structures. Prepare for engagement, everyone."

Meiling gazed intently at the vacant cell where her mother had been just moments prior. A mixture of dread and bewilderment churned within her, yet she compelled herself to maintain composure. Elevating her voice, she issued new directives.

"Maintain vigilance. Whatever is approaching, we shall confront it as one. Fortify the perimeter. Locate mother at all costs. This may very well be our final stand before reaching Norbata."

The base descended into an organized pandemonium as personnel scrambled to their assigned stations. Meiling cast one last glance at the empty sleeping cell, whispering under her breath.

"Hold on, mother. I will find you, no matter where you are. I refuse to let anything impede our progress now. I will not permit anything to prevent me from returning to my beloved!"

Outside, the sirens continued their piercing lament, and the very ground began to tremble as the rapidly advancing threat drew ever nearer. The atmosphere grew heavy, as if the entire Lan base held its breath in anticipation of the impending events.