Chapter 789: 298: Pursuit (Two-in-One Mega Chapter)_2
Chapter 789: Chapter 298: Pursuit (Two-in-One Mega Chapter)_2
Rein reacted immediately, sensing that the energy fluctuation indicated the spell being cast was undoubtedly a Second-level Witchcraft, different from the Flame Strike previously cast as a first-level witchcraft, its power would be substantially greater.
Moreover, it was likely one of those highly concentrated and difficult-to-evade Second-level Witchcraft spells. Otherwise, there was no need for the Wizard to forego using Magma’s Hand.
Rein narrowed his eyes, making a split-second decision!
An aura of Magic Silver transformed into a Kite Shield enveloped his body as he swiftly charged toward Asimov.
Though the Second-level Witchcraft was powerful, this also meant the incantation time was a bit longer than before.
Additionally, his close-combat damage far exceeded his ranged attacks; to claim victory, closing the distance was the best choice.
Seeing Rein charging at him again, Asimov glanced at him with eyes full of profound implication.
Even as Rein almost reached him, Asimov did not move, continuing to chant his spell. Clearly, Asimov had great confidence in the defensive power of his innate wizardry.
It also proved that the spell Asimov was casting was exceptionally powerful.
Just as Rein swung his Two-Handed Warhammer down hard on Asimov, Asimov’s incantation coincidentally ended.
All at once, Asimov pointed his finger at Rein, and a searing ray as thick as the mouth of a bowl burst forth from the tip, shooting straight at Rein.
In that moment, Rein did not choose to defend but swung the Two-Handed Warhammer, now transformed from Hardened Essence Gold, in a move called “Annihilating Hammer”!
Instantly, both men had immense confidence in their defenses, and at the same time, great faith in their own offensive capabilities.
The speed of light is 300,000 kilometers per second.
The searing ray struck Rein first.
The searing ray hit the Magic Silver shield transformed from a Kite Shield, and although Magic Silver had a very strong resistance to energy damage, it didn’t mean total immunity.
Reducing six to seven tenths of the damage meant there was still about three to four tenths of the force remaining.
And the power of a Second-level Witchcraft targeting a single entity was just too overwhelming.
The Magic Silver shield barely managed to block before a small hole was pierced right through the middle by the ray, and the residual searing beam, with all its remaining might, slammed into Rein’s body.
Right after that, the Mithril carved breastplate was penetrated.
And the power of the searing ray was reduced to less than one-tenth.
But in Asimov’s mind, he believed victory was in his grasp, because even one-tenth of the power of the searing ray was enough to penetrate the flesh of a Great Knight.
Simultaneously, Rein’s warhammer also heavily struck Asimov.
A ring of fire flashed around Asimov’s body and an impact was felt, but it was shattered by the crushing force harbored in the hammerhead.
This caused Asimov’s eyes to flash with panic for the first time!
With a “bang!” sound!
The warhammer, weakened through the ring of fire, struck the rocky armor, that had suddenly formed around Asimov, splattering mud around!
The rocky armor was broken open with a large hole!
Just as the warhammer barely touched Asimov’s body, an invisible Flame Shield flashed around him momentarily, blocking the blow!
“Crack!”
Asimov’s crystal necklace at his chest shattered.
Apparently, the Flame Shield that had just appeared was the protective burst released by the crystal necklace.
This time, although both men landed hits on each other, neither seemed to have achieved the effect they expected.
The force of the witchcraft caused them to distance themselves once again.
And Asimov’s prior certainty of victory had now vanished into thin air!
He stared dumbfounded at the crystal fragments on the ground. Rein’s previous attack had been definitely more than seventy degrees in strength, a very high degree of damage even among liquid wizards.
Furthermore, the opponent’s defensive power was also unexpectedly strong!
Asimov eyed the small hole smoking faintly on Rein’s breastplate, lost in thought.
By now, Asimov knew he could not continue fighting this way any longer.
After casting consecutive Second-level Witchcraft spells, he could distinctly feel the Concealing Witch Array had become ineffective.
The recent energy fluctuation must have spread out.
If he didn’t leave now, there was a high chance he’d be put in a disadvantageous position; not that he feared being surrounded by the empire’s elite, but rather because Mingster, as the provincial capital, was not short of experts.
However, after losing two of his capable subordinates, he still hadn’t taken down Rein, not to mention obtaining that viperous blood.
This made him feel quite unwilling and angry.
Asimov suddenly cast a Flame Strike toward Rein Mansion’s villa, igniting the building instantly, and he himself retreated rapidly.
Rein’s eyes narrowed, feeling his anger ignite in an instant!
Initially, he thought this opponent was strong and had respected that the opponent had not attacked his family to coerce him.
But now it seemed that was not the case!
Rein immediately teleported to the corner of the burning villa, transforming his warhammer into a Dual-Handed Greatsword, and with a swift slash, brought down the burning wall, quenching the flames.
However, Rein hesitated, unsure if the opponent had any tricks left.
If he pursued now, would he perhaps…
At that moment, Viery shouted from the window, “Captain, I’ve already signaled to Neoro and the others; leave security here to us, rest assured!”