Abyss Sequence

Sasa knew that Wu Zechuan would find her a powerful bodyguard, but she didn't expect that the bodyguard would be Yulia.

The 'strongest woman in the world,' the most powerful Engraver on Blue Star!

Possessing eleven Engravings, only two away from Sequence One, but no matter what, she can't advance any further—the 'Limit-Exceeding One.'

However, on second thought, Sasa realized that Yulia might indeed accept an employment offer.

Because the reward Wu Zechuan offered must have been Yan Luo's blood and marrow.

Yan Luo's marrow holds the miraculous power of rejuvenation, and coupled with the blood, it might even help Yulia advance further.

If Wu Zechuan used these two as compensation for employing Yulia, she would surely accept.

Even though she's quite old, Yulia's combat style remains wild.

She wielded a massive chain-saw sword, charging straight at the Abyssal Believers. When she collided with them, just swinging the chain-saw sword would effortlessly tear through their exoskeletons and carve into their flesh.

With just one strike, Yulia could kill any Abyssal Believer standing in her way.

Even an armored vehicle couldn't withstand a single blow from the chain-saw sword.

The chain-saw sword had become an extension of Yulia's body, imbued with Magic Power. Under its magical enhancement, the chain-saw sword was not only indestructible but also incredibly sharp.

Yulia was among the first Engravers on Blue Star. While others had died or fallen behind, she remained at the pinnacle of humanity, from decades ago to now.

Aggressive and wild beyond compare, no matter how much the Abyssal Believers wailed or pleaded, Yulia would laugh and smash the chain-saw sword upon them.

In just half a minute, a dozen Abyssal Believers, along with their protective armored vehicles, became corpses and scrap under Yulia's chain-saw sword.

"Phew!"

Yulia opened her visor, lit a cigarette with a deep drag, and exhaled as she savored the metallic scent of blood permeating the air.

Helena's eyes sparkled as she gazed at Yulia's back, finding her incredibly suave at that moment.

Of course, that didn't mean she wanted to sleep with Yulia; to Helena, such thoughts were too disrespectful.

Yulia had always been Helena's idol, ever aspiring to be like her, standing at the summit of humanity, overlooking the world.

After finishing her cigarette, Yulia tossed the butt into a trash bag, turned, and walked over to Helena's armored vehicle, tapping on the nearly shattered window, asking with a smile, "Young lady, mind giving this old woman a lift?"

Absolutely welcome!

This is absolutely welcome!

Helena nodded repeatedly, too excited to speak.

Yulia opened the back door and got in.

Helena's gaze remained fixed on Yulia until she sat in the backseat. Then she took a deep breath, full of spirit, and said to her team members, "Let's go! Return to Blue Star!"

At this moment, Sasa struck up a conversation with Yulia.

"Did Wu Zechuan invite you to protect me?"

Yulia grinned, "That's right, he hired me with Saint's Blood and Saint's Marrow."

Saying this, Yulia raised her hand, clenching her fist, savoring her current vitality.

Previously, she was like a decaying tree, aware the trunk was hollowed out, yet never falling, merely enduring the pain as her body turned empty.

Just minutes ago, she had already tested against those Abyssal Believers, confirming her strength and vitality had returned.

Though still incomparable to her youth, age's impact remained undeniable; yet now, she undoubtedly stood at her prime.

Having power, uncompromised stamina, and unmatched experience, Yulia even thought she might be able to complete the twelfth Engraving.

As for advancing to Sequence One, she dared not imagine, for only a Second Rank Engraver knows how difficult further Engravings post eight Engravings are.

If she could have obtained Saint's Blood and Saint's Marrow when young, she would've been confident to become Sequence One. But now, as she's old, even with capability, she lacks the time.

At this point, a sense of boredom crept into Yulia.

Throughout the journey, Helena failed to converse with Yulia, cautiously sneaking glances and immediately averting her eyes, like a thief.

Approaching the Crimson No.2 Abyss Entrance, Yulia chuckled, "Helena Sheffield, are you my admirer?"

Helena straightened her posture instantly, loudly replied, "That's right, Ms. Bilukova, I'm your admirer! Since I was a child!"

Almost every Hunter on Blue Star idolized Yulia; she was not only the world's strongest Hunter, but she'd also quelled two Abysses personally, with no Abyss unconquerable before her.

Rumor had it that after the Bright Silver Abyss campaign failed, the United Government consulted with the Hunter's Guild about bringing the retired Yulia to handle the Bright Silver Abyss.

Only after the Bright Silver Abyss quieted following the failed campaign did they abandon the idea.

Before consuming Saint's Marrow, Yulia's health was poor due to long-term smoking which led to lung cancer, undergoing several surgeries; though cancer cells were eliminated, post-surgery complications still tormented her.

At that time, she didn't know how much combat capability remained, and if an Abyss campaign led by her also failed, the blow to public confidence would be severe.

"Want my autograph?" Yulia asked with a smile.

Helena's mind boiled with excitement, unable to stop screaming within.

She bit her lip tightly to suppress any sound, fearing to scare Ms. Bilukova.

"Please, you must... I really want your autograph!" Helena was about to cry from excitement.

The idol she had admired since childhood was now before her, offering her an autograph; Helena's feelings were indescribable with mere words like 'excited' and 'nervous.'

"Then once we return to Crimson No.2," Yulia replied with a warm smile.

"Okay, okay!" Helena nodded quickly, as if fearing Yulia might change her mind.

The convoy safely returned to Crimson No.2, and during the checkpoint's inspection, Helena handed Yulia her personal device, hoping she'd sign it.

Helena had a personalized exoskeleton, but if she fought demons, the exoskeleton would inevitably wear. If Yulia signed on it, the signature might soon wear away.

A personal device was different; Helena could replace it, simply putting the old one at home for collection once she got a new one.

Receiving Yulia's autograph, Helena clutched her device, bouncing in excitement like a little girl receiving a huge stuffed toy on her birthday.

Her teammates could hardly look.

With her eyes moving away from Helena, Yulia chuckled at Sasa, "Wu Zechuan only hired me once, but I plan to keep protecting you."

Sasa paused, then quickly guessed Yulia's reason.

"Because of the Catastrophe-level Demon in Alfheim?"

Engravers above Second Rank need to kill a Catastrophe-level Demon or the Master of the Abyss to further progress, a widely known fact even Sasa knew.

There are few Catastrophe-level Demons on Blue Star, and the Abyss is a valuable resource site. The Hunter's Guild won't organize an Abyss campaign until it's fully exploited.

To hunt Catastrophe-level Demons, going to Alfheim is actually more convenient.

The connection between that world and the Abyss remains unbroken, presenting Catastrophe-level Demons even in the wild.

In the 'Secret Realm,' even stronger demons exist.

Yulia nodded, "I contacted the Lord of Gass City, asked him some questions, and understood that if I want to advance further, Alfheim might be more suitable compared to Blue Star."

With a powerhouse who's reached the Engraver's limit joining the team, Sasa couldn't be happier.

Helena stood beside, dumbfounded, almost fainting from happiness.

Sasa extended her hand to Yulia, smiling, "Welcome aboard, Ms. Bilukova."