Earth's Greatest Magus
chapter-1958

Sensing the impending danger, Emery instinctively stepped back from Winri, attempting to release his grasp on her. However, to his surprise, the powerful soul of the beast within her resisted, retaliating with scorching flames.

"Dammit… is there a way?" Emery implored Chututlu for guidance, seeking a solution to this perilous situation. The Khaos guardian responded, <We can forcefully break away, but it might kill the host…. Or..>

"Or what?" Emery inquired, his curiosity tinged with uncertainty.

<Let me devour it…> Chututlu's unexpected proposal startled Emery. The divine creature within Winri was a poisonous darkness type beast, evidently a favorite delicacy for Chututlu. Emery hesitated before posing a crucial question, "Can you keep the girl alive?"

Chututlu's enigmatic response was <Let's give it a try.>

Given no other viable option, Emery reluctantly followed Chututlu's lead, utilizing the [Soul Walk] ability to enter the core and confront the formidable divine beast.

Emery's entry into the beast realm plunged him into a surreal and ominous landscape. The dark space was eerily lit by the fiery glow emanating from burning volcanic plains that stretched as far as the eye could see. The atmosphere was heavy with an otherworldly energy, creating an unsettling ambiance in the abyss.

"Where is it?" Emery questioned, seeking guidance from Chututlu.

<Below your feet!>

In an instant, the rocky ground beneath his feet began to fracture, prompting Emery to leap back. As the rocks split apart, a colossal, shadowy beast emerged, stretching an impressive 50 meters in length. It resembled a living lava mountain, emitting a deafening screech that resonated through the otherworldly landscape. The creature revealed two massive pincer arms and an intimidating array of tails.

<You need to kill it… or take out the ruby crystal on its head,> Chututlu's voice resonated, adding an extra layer of urgency and danger to the already foreboding situation.

"What the hell?, what about you?"

The answer he received came in a form of surged of Khaos power.?Before he could fully comprehend the influx of chaotic strength, the colossal beast launched a ferocious assault, forcing Emery into a defensive dance of evasion and counterattacks. With advanced mental strength, he skillfully dodged the creature's onslaught, maintaining a calculated distance.

Faced with the limitations imposed by the beast domain, Emery shifted into his [Twilight Form], a manifestation of his augmented powers. The ethereal transformation allowed him to unleash the devastating [Blade Claw] technique, slashing at the massive scorpion with precision. However, the oppressive heat in the beast realm posed an additional challenge, intensifying with every passing moment.

"I need to finish this quickly!" Emery's resolve strengthened as he propelled himself towards the ruby crystal embedded in the creature's head. In a daring move, he aimed to extract the crystal using his [Blade Claw], but extreme heat came bursting from the crystal melted his claws and seared his body.

"ARRGGH!!!" A visceral cry escaped Emery as he swiftly evaded the retaliatory strike from the scorpion's tail, utilizing his [Blink] ability.

In the throes of searing agony, Emery suddenly felt a surge of cold energy infiltrating the beast realm, providing a welcomed respite to his burning pain. The source of this relief became apparent as Grandmaster Hypotia harnessed her mastery over the law of ice, channeling her frigid power into the core. It was a timely intervention that greatly aided Emery's efforts to withstand the scorching flames.

Embracing the influx of cold energy, Emery deftly employed his [Dao Technique], harmonizing the opposing forces of heat and cold within the realm. As the scorpion creature succumbed to the restraining effects of the newfound cold, Emery seized the opportunity to shatter its poisonous tails.

CRACKK!!

Undeterred, Emery swiftly leaped towards its head, his determination unwavering as he drove new claws into its skull. The guttural shrieks of the creature echoed through the fiery expanse, a testament to its agony as Emery pressed on with the consumption using [Spirit Devour].

Amidst the creature's writhing and the echoing cries, Emery sensed a burgeoning power within his primal core, a source of strength that fueled his resolve to vanquish the relentless foe.

[Soul force has increased by 3 points]

The relentless flames continued their assault on Emery's soul, yet undeterred, he persisted in his devouring efforts. The struggle against the fiery resistance mirrored his determination to retake his lost strength.

[Soul force has increased by 2 points]

[Soul force has increased by 3 points]

[Soul force has increased...]

Each surge of increased soul force was a testament to the strength of the devouring process. The intensity far surpassed his previous experiences, dwarfing the consumption of dark elves souls. Emery pressed on until the scorpion creature lay defeated.

[Successfully comprehend the law of Devour by 1%]

A tinge of disappointment lingered within Emery, overshadowed by the realization that his primal core now teemed with newfound power. As this revelation sank in, an unexpected notification took him by surprise.

[Successfully recovered the law of Space by 1%]

[Successfully recovered the law of Gravity by 1%]

These additional recoveries signaled a step towards mending his fractured primal core. Intrigued and somewhat bewildered, Emery turned to the Khaos guardian for an explanation.

"How did it happen?" he inquired, to which Chututlu responded with a hint of amusement,

<Huh... You dare saying that to me? after taking most of the essence yourself!>

What occurred next left Emery in awe. The flaming ruby, which had adorned the scorpion's head, glowed brightly as it ignited, reducing the creature's remains to ashes. The radiant warmth emanating from the flame created a peaceful atmosphere within the domain, a stark contrast to its previous chaotic nature.

<Time to leave>

Khaos guardian urged, and Emery gradually regained consciousness. As he awoke, he found Grandmaster Hypotia attending to Winri. A genuine smile graced the grandmaster's face as she expressed her gratitude, "You did it... All the poison is gone... thank you."

Emery, intrigued by the events that unfolded, learned that the scorpion's soul belonged to a creature similar to the one he had encountered on Andora—an Abyss creature infused with primordial wisp power, this one was a fire instead of light. Fortunately for Emery, the beast darkness-based nature and prolonged consumption of primordial power rendered its essence highly beneficial for his damaged primal core.

Contemplating this revelation, Emery pondered, "Does this mean I could completely cure myself by consuming more of a similar creature?" The possibility of utilizing the essence of such beings for his recovery opened new possibilities and avenues for his journey of self-restoration.

Emery not only successfully completed his second special task but also unearthed a pathway to his full recovery.