NOVEL WEB Chapter 26
“Deal with the Diablo Sect?”
Xue Ji tapped her chin with a paper fan and asked, “Master Bai Luo, how strong are they? Are they very powerful?”
She wasn’t worried about this.
Whatever Bai Luo decided, no matter how difficult it was, Xue Ji would do it.
Moreover, this matter was directly related to their Demon Fox Village.
“Hmm…”
Bai Luo thought for a moment and said, “They should be… average.”
Excluding the first four seats who haven’t appeared yet, among the characters that have shown up, the strongest is only at the initial stage of a seven-digit number, easily defeated by the original Cid.
“With your strength now, Xue Ji, it’s hard to say.”
Bai Luo continued, “But in a few years, I estimate the entire Diablo Sect combined wouldn’t be enough to match you alone.”
Upon hearing this, Xue Ji remained quite calm.
She fully understood the terrifying power of the Sacred Domain granted to her by Bai Luo.
However, these words sounded exaggerated to Alpha, who didn’t know the truth.
The Pokémon girl looked incredulously at Xue Ji. She couldn’t see any sign of the strength Bai Luo described in this white-haired fox woman.
“Hey, don’t underestimate me!”
Xue Ji said, “My own strength might not be worth mentioning, but if you include the power bestowed upon me by Master Bai Luo…”
“The Diablo Sect and those so-called Round Table Knights are nothing more than insignificant clowns!”
Xue Ji said this with great confidence. Her admiration for Bai Luo had reached its peak; calling him a god would not be an exaggeration.
“So, you want to experience it firsthand?”
“What?”
Alpha was confused, but then Bai Luo touched the center of the girl’s forehead with his finger.
“Ahh!”
In the next moment, Alpha felt an invisible force pulling her back, causing her body and mind to soar backward.
The girl was startled.
She instinctively screamed out.
At the same time, countless lights flowed past her eyes—these were the sun, the moon, and the endless universe.
Alpha didn’t know how long she wandered in this boundless starry sky.
Perhaps it was an instant, or perhaps it was ten thousand years.
When she realized it, she found herself floating in the universe as if her soul had left her body.
Venus, Mercury, Mars, Earth, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune—all revolved around the Pokémon girl following special trajectories.
And beneath Alpha’s feet, there was a blazing sun radiating heat, like the supreme ruler controlling the most ancient order of the world.
Everything follows its reason!
“Where am I?”
“Your Sacred Domain.”
Bai Luo’s voice came from beside her ear. Alpha quickly turned her head and saw that he was standing shoulder to shoulder with her, overlooking the star chart before them.
“My luck has been good. After the Gray King, I’ve encountered another worthy one.”
The moment Bai Luo met Alpha, he knew that his Power of Authority resonated with the girl.
This blonde Pokémon was the best candidate to become a leader.
“Gold, the noblest color.”
Bai Luo explained, “It symbolizes the predetermined trajectory that everything must follow, controlling the fate force that can sway everything in the world.”
“Fate?”
Alpha’s voice trembled slightly.
If Alpha didn’t understand what fate represented before, being here amidst this starry expanse made her comprehend the terrifying power contained within.
This was the pinnacle of royal authority, the zenith of rulership!
“O Gold King who governs fate.”
“Now, answer me!”
Bai Luo looked at Alpha, locking eyes with the young girl: “Will you serve by my side, dedicating your body and soul to me?!”
“I will.”
Without hesitation, Alpha slowly knelt half down in front of Bai Luo.
“BOOM!!!”
A powerful force of fate surged out from Alpha’s body. This was the Sacred Domain of Gold, the symbol of royal authority.
A golden giant sword materialized in the sky. It was forged from gold, noble and heavy, showcasing the dignity and sanctity of the Authority Holder.
Unlike the Gold King in “K,” Alpha’s sword had emerald-like vines wrapped around it.
They seemed to have merged with the golden sword, making it resemble a magnificent gold tree, with tender leaves and budding flowers, symbolizing vitality and flourishing life.
“Not just fate, but also life?”
The Fate Force of the Gold King was not merely about domination and control but maximally unleashing a person’s potential, guiding them onto the most suitable path.
Now, because of Alpha’s magic power, the Golden Sacred Domain had undergone a transformation.
Pokémon are immortal beings, and so are they in this world.
They represent nature, representing life, which gave Alpha’s Gold Sword additional embellishments of jade green and rainbow gems.
“This…”
Alpha stared blankly at her hands, still overwhelmed by the awe-inspiring power: “How terrifying it is.”
“A new Authority Holder?”
Xue Ji stood aside, understanding Alpha’s feelings at this moment.
Gaining such blessings suddenly would naturally cause panic and unease.
After all, they hadn’t done anything, while Bai Luo had saved their lives and given them a new life.
Being granted power again,
How could they repay such kindness?
Fortunately, Alpha was just as loyal as Xue Ji.
‘Looks like I’ll have to dedicate myself entirely to Master Bai Luo.’
With that decision made, Alpha stopped hesitating.
Pokémon are the most faithful race. Once they recognize someone, even death cannot change their resolve.
“I wish to be your sword and shield, never leaving or abandoning you, following you forever!”
Alpha knelt on one knee, her head bowed low, devout like facing a deity.
No!
The one who saved her, changed her fate, and bestowed such power on her—Bai Luo—was her god!
“In the future, we’re companions, so these elaborate formalities aren’t necessary.”
“No.”
Xue Ji interrupted, both the fox-eared woman and Alpha bowing deeply together: “You are our master, necessary formalities must not be omitted.”
“That’s right, it’s basic respect.”
Alpha was equally serious: “Please don’t refuse our sincerity.”
Alpha’s joining did not make Xue Ji feel pressured.
It was like having believers.
As long as you believe in Bai Luo, we are good friends.
At this moment, Alpha and Xue Ji exchanged glances. Though they had just met, they immediately felt a mutual appreciation.
“Erm…”
Bai Luo was helpless. He actually regarded Alpha and Xue Ji as younger sisters.
Unfortunately, the two women were too stubborn, overly concerned about hierarchy.
Bai Luo had no choice but to say, “If you like it, that’s fine.”
“Next, Alpha, you and Xue Ji will receive my guidance together.”
Soon, Bai Luo replicated the process, creating a limiter for Alpha.
Unlike Xue Ji’s tail ring and wristband, Alpha’s limiter was inscribed on her back by Bai Luo using magic, resembling an exquisite tattoo.
Both had already revealed themselves fully, so Alpha naturally wasn’t shy.
Bai Luo acted swiftly, manipulating his magic and instantly etching an incredibly beautiful tattoo onto Alpha’s snow-white skin.
“Remember, Alpha.”
“The more you use this power, the dimmer the tattoo will become.”
Bai Luo instructed, “When the tattoo disappears completely, your full power will manifest.”
“I will cherish it well.”
Alpha looked at her reflection in the mirror, admiring the intricate tattoo on her flawless skin. Knowing it was personally etched by Bai Luo, she cherished it deeply.
“Erm…”
Bai Luo chuckled awkwardly, saying, “There’s no need to be so fixated. If it wears off, I’ll re-etch it for you.”
“Really?!”
Alpha smiled brightly, her eager eyes making Bai Luo somewhat speechless.
“Cough cough.”
“To Xue Ji as well,” Bai Luo added, seeing this: “If your tail ring gets damaged, I’ll remake it for you.”
‘Being favored by Master Bai Luo makes me so happy~’
Xue Ji valued Bai Luo’s gifts greatly; the restrictive tail ring was her treasure, rarely taken off.
This shared understanding further strengthened the bond between the two women.
As fellow members of Bai Luo’s royal family, they were naturally the closest kin.
Plus, their preferences and values were quite similar. In just half an hour, the two women became inseparable best friends at a speed Bai Luo couldn’t comprehend.
‘Do girls’ relationships develop this fast?’
Bai Luo didn’t know how to comment, only able to say that sisterhood was indeed mysterious.
Later, Bai Luo introduced Alpha to Hong Ye and the others.
Everyone welcomed the new companion warmly.
“Let me offer everyone a small token of introduction.”
After saying this, Alpha activated the power of her Golden Sacred Domain.
An invisible wave enveloped everyone. This was the force of fate, the power Alpha, as an Authority Holder, could bestow upon others.
Additionally, unlike in “K,” where one must become a member of a clan to gain blessings,
The power of the Gold King has great universality.
You can choose to become a member of Alpha’s clan, or you can remain outside, without affecting the development of potential.
What Alpha did was simply maximize the extraction of each individual’s talent.
As the old saying goes, everyone has their place.
There are no absolutely useless people in this world, only those who haven’t found their place or path.
The role of the Golden Sacred Domain is to guide people, helping them discover their strengths.
“Well.”
As the golden light faded, Alpha nodded satisfactorily.
This was her first use of the power of fate.
As for the results,
They were quite good.
“What happened just now?”
“I don’t know.”
“Sister Alpha glowed.”
“Then what?”
“It ended.”
“……”
Alpha’s Sacred Domain didn’t grant anyone overwhelming power.
Talent extraction isn’t something that happens overnight.
It’s a subtle influence.
As the children grow, they will notice their improved learning abilities and find things they enjoy more easily.
Guiding people and leading them to their destined paths.
This is the power Alpha commands—the Mandate of Heaven!
Above the Foggy Forest, a white orb of light enveloped everyone as they quickly flew through the air.
The Foggy Forest is located in the Misty Mountains. Due to the perpetual cover of purple toxic fog, it is rarely visited by humans, earning it the nickname Foggy Forest.
In the past, explorers from the kingdom ventured deep into it, never to return.
Over time, various legends began circulating in the kingdom, depicting the Foggy Forest as a monster-infested no-man’s land.
“Is this where we will settle in the future?”
Alpha and Xue Ji hovered on either side of Bai Luo, while Hong Ye led the children looking down at the mountains and forests below.
At the beginning of the flight, the children were a bit scared.
But as time passed, coupled with their trust in Bai Luo, they gradually began to enjoy the sensation of soaring through the skies and overlooking the vast lands below.
“The toxic fog in the Foggy Forest serves as an excellent barrier.”
Xue Ji nodded inwardly: “This facilitates the concealment of our base.”
“Indeed.”
Alpha also thought the Foggy Forest was a good location: “But how do we deal with this toxic fog?”
Having Sacred Domains, they naturally feared no mere toxins, but the children couldn’t withstand it.
The Beast People’s physical prowess was formidable, but even they could only endure the toxic fog longer than humans.
“Let’s go down first.”
Bai Luo brought everyone down from the air.
A gentle starlight enveloped everyone, preventing them from being eroded by the toxic fog.
“Ah?”
Suddenly, Alpha sensed nearby life forms.
These were monsters, creatures living in the Foggy Forest.
With a casual gesture, Alpha unleashed powerful magic, transforming it into a golden snake that probed deep into the dark forest. With unstoppable force, it dragged out a strange-looking giant beast!
“Boom!”
With a thunderous roar, Alpha used her magic to firmly pin the giant beast to the ground.
“One-thousandth?”
Xue Ji tilted her head curiously.
“One-hundredth.”
Alpha shook her head: “Wasted a lot of magic.”
Here, the one-hundredth refers to one percent of Alpha’s magic after being sealed by the limiter.
The power of the Sacred Domain was too overwhelming for Alpha to control.
Her talent was comparable to Xue Ji’s, and she was constantly seeking advice from Bai Luo on magic manipulation techniques along the way.
Bai Luo didn’t hold back, sharing all the methods he knew for controlling their magic.
This knowledge was extensive, and achieving SR-level magic control would require at least ten years of diligent study for the original Xue Ji and Alpha.
Fortunately, the talent activation worked on Alpha herself.
Xue Ji also accepted Alpha’s talent development without resistance.
This was why they could quickly master various skills.
According to Bai Luo’s estimation, in three to four years at most, they would catch up to Cid and surpass him successfully.
Cid, after all, was human, and humans have limits.
Alpha and Xue Ji’s qualifications were originally not inferior to Cid’s; they just lacked his vision and perspective.
But now…
Bai Luo would broaden their horizons, so they wouldn’t be confined to such a small place anymore.
“This monster seems a bit strange…”
Xue Ji approached and examined closely, quickly discovering the issue: “No resistance to poison? Ah, I see!”
“Did you find something?”
Alpha, being too young and often under her aunt’s protection, lacked experience.
“It doesn’t make sense for this monster to lack poison resistance.”
Xue Ji analyzed: “Living organisms are closely linked to nature. Animals in swamps, animals in deserts—they all have characteristics corresponding to their environment.”
“Monsters in forests filled with toxic mists lack organs to resist toxins?”
“There are no antidote herbs either.”
Realizing this, Alpha understood: “These monsters are not natural products; the toxic mist appeared suddenly!”
Evolution is a long process. If the toxic haze in the Misty Forest had existed naturally, the plants and animals here would have evolved corresponding features.
As a Beast Person and the most knowledgeable Demon Fox clan, Xue Ji was very clear about this.
“Something caused the environmental changes here.”
“What is it?”
Unable to guess, the two women could only look to Bai Luo.
“It’s a dragon.”
“A Mist Dragon.”
Bai Luo directly revealed the identity of the opponent.
Closing his eyes slowly, Bai Luo’s intangible magic instantly spread in all directions.
“Hmph.”
Suddenly, Bai Luo opened his eyes: “I’ve found you!”
“Roar!!!”
In the darkness, a pair of pale green animal eyes abruptly opened.
The earth trembled at that moment, and terrifying magic transformed into a tangible storm, ruthlessly flattening and crushing the surrounding trees.
A massive body, with dazzling white scales that shone brilliantly even in the dim forest.
This was a dragon, a fearsome existence standing at the top of the biological chain even in the Shadow World!