NOVEL NEXT Chapter 56: Lust Goddess's Sanctum
The goblin's short sword came down in a vicious arc, aiming for Leon's shoulder. Leon, feeling the surge of mana within him, sidestepped and deflected the blow with his katana. The force of the impact sent vibrations through his arms, but he held firm, using the momentum to spin and deliver a counterattack. His blade sliced through the air, aiming for the goblin's side.
The goblin twisted its body, narrowly avoiding the lethal strike. It retaliated with a quick thrust of its short sword, aiming for Leon's midsection. Leon parried, the clash of metal ringing out, and used the opening to step inside the goblin's guard. He delivered a powerful elbow strike to the goblin's face, sending it reeling back.
Leon pressed the advantage, his katana a blur of motion. Each strike was precise and powerful, the mana enhancing his speed and strength. The goblin, though fast and strong, was beginning to falter under the relentless assault.
But then, the fiery red aura surrounding the goblin grew stronger. Its speed increased to an unfathomable degree, its movements becoming a blur. Leon found himself pushed to a position of despair as the goblin's strikes came faster and faster, each one barely blocked or dodged. He was struggling to keep up, his stamina waning once more.
The goblin's short sword whistled through the air, each swing a deadly blur.
Clang-!
Clang-!!
Clang-!!!
Leon was forced to parry and block each and every of the goblins attack, he could feel his muscles screaming, the goblin only got faster and Leon knew that it's only a matter of time before things got out of hands.
Leon's instincts and the [Goblin Intuition skill] were the only things keeping him alive. He was forced on the defensive, his katana a flashing shield against the relentless onslaught. The goblin's newfound speed was overwhelming, each clash of their blades sending shockwaves through his arms.
Leon knew he had to end this quickly. He took a deep breath, focusing his mind. His assassin's instincts kicked in. He visualized the goblin's possible paths of attack and willed daggers to appear in his hands from his spatial ring. With precise calculation, he threw the daggers into the three different paths the goblin might follow.
The goblin, reacting to the sudden threat, subconsciously moved into the path Leon had anticipated. Prepared for this moment, Leon surged forward, his katana aimed with deadly precision. As the goblin moved to dodge the daggers, it exposed its flank.
With a swift, fluid motion, Leon's katana sliced through the goblin's side, leaving a deep, gaping wound. The goblin howled in pain, its movements becoming frantic and desperate. Leon didn't let up. He followed through with a series of rapid strikes, each one finding its mark.
The goblin stumbled back, its fiery aura flickering as it struggled to maintain its strength. Leon saw his chance. He stepped inside the goblin's guard once more, delivering a powerful upward slash that severed the goblin's arm at the elbow. The severed limb fell to the ground, the goblin screaming in agony.
Leon didn't hesitate. He lunged forward, his katana piercing the goblin's chest. Blood sprayed out, coating his blade and arm. The goblin let out a final, gurgling roar before collapsing to the ground, dead.
Leon stood over the fallen goblin, breathing heavily. The rush of battle slowly faded, replaced by the ache of his injuries. He wiped the sweat and blood from his face, feeling the weight of what he had accomplished. He had not only survived but had mastered a new level of his abilities.
Despite the pain and exhaustion, Leon felt a surge of confidence. He had faced a formidable opponent and come out on top. He had learned to harness the mana within him and discovered the true value of his skills.
[Valor Points +10]
At that moment, the monotonous voice resounded in his head once again.
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[You've slain the dungeon boss. You'll be granted the ultimate skill: Blitz.]
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Leon felt a surge of power course through him as the new skill took root in his being. His breathing steadied, and the ache in his muscles faded, replaced by a sense of invincibility. He had conquered the dungeon boss and emerged stronger than ever.
He looked around, surveying the battlefield. The forest was eerily quiet, the only sounds being the faint rustle of leaves
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BLITZ
A skill acquired from the essence of the powerful goblin dungeon boss, granting you unparalleled speed and offensive capability.
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- Surge of Speed: Temporarily boosts your movement speed by 30% for 10 seconds.
- Rapid Strikes: Increases your attack speed by 20% during the Blitz duration.
- Evasion Enhancement: Grants a 15% increase in evasion rate, allowing you to dodge incoming attacks more effectively.
- Burst of Power: Adds a 10% damage boost to all attacks while Blitz is active.
- Adrenaline Rush: Successfully landing attacks during Blitz increases your adrenaline, granting a stacking damage bonus of 1% per hit, up to a maximum of 10%.
- Frenzied Assault: Successfully landing attacks during Blitz generates a stacking buff that increases your attack speed by 2% per hit, up to a maximum of 20%. Stacks reset after Blitz ends.
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Leon eyes gleamed with excitement upon seeing the effects of the skill [Blitz]
Meanwhile, in a far away place, in a completely different dimension.
In the [Sanctum] of the Lust Goddess within the [Great Labyrinth], an ethereal tranquility prevailed. The sky above shimmered with stars like scattered diamonds, casting a gentle glow over the scene below. Fragrant breezes carried the perfume of exotic blooms that seemed to flourish everywhere, their petals softly illuminated by the starlight.
A haunting melody filled the air, resonating deep within the soul.
Beneath the celestial canopy, a carpet of iridescent moss carpeted the ground, softly glowing. Nearby, a river lazily wound its way, its waters shimmering with an inner light that mirrored the brilliance above. Trees with silver bark and leaves of surreal hues lined the riverbanks, their branches swaying in a silent rhythm.
In this divine and otherworldly sanctum, a multitude of beings from diverse races could be observed going about their daily affairs.
Among them, the most common were the lustful Satyrs, half-human and half-goat creatures known for their playful and lustful tendencies.
Nymphs, spirits of nature associated with various aspects of the natural world, moved gracefully, their allure enhanced by the mystical surroundings.
Humans, who happened to fall under the influence of the Goddess of Lust upon entering the Great Labyrinth..
Doppelgangers, elusive shape-shifting beings, seamlessly assumed the forms of desirable individuals to charm and seduce their chosen targets. These inhabitants of the Sanctum moved about in a harmonious dance of daily life, each contributing to the mystical tapestry that defined this place.
At the apex of authority within this realm, the Lust Goddess presided from the Apex Tower, hidden yet overseeing all. Her beauty was legendary—skin of flawless alabaster, hair cascading like liquid silver, eyes of hypnotic violet that seemed to pierce the very essence of those who dared meet her gaze. Join the journey at m-vl-em-py-r
Clad in translucent silk that accentuated her every movement, she exuded an aura of irresistible charm and power.
But behind the mask of eternal youth and beauty, a hidden truth gnawed at her—her life force was ebbing away, a million years dwindling rapidly. Despite encountering Leon long ago, her appearance betrayed no sign of aging, a cruel irony that mocked her strength.
"My lifespan has dwindled to a mere million years, and it's still reducing rapidly," she murmured, her voice tinged with bitterness as she sat upon her majestic throne.
Suddenly, a handsome elf, clad in the attire of a butler, approached and bowed deeply before her. "My Queen, the barriers of our sanctum are under attack. Nearby sanctums have joined forces against us."
"They're mere insects, unworthy of my attention," the Lust Goddess declared icily. "I fail to see why you bother reporting such trivial matters. How long will it take for you to dispose of them?"
"Approximately twelve hours, my Queen," the elf answered, his voice respectful yet firm.
"Very well, handle it," she dismissed him with a wave of her hand, watching him depart with an air of detached indifference.
As she watched the elf depart, her worry and anxiety surged back. "If only he's in a dungeon, I should be able to contact him once he reaches the dungeon rune stone," she mused quietly to herself, "but how could he have visited a dungeon in such a short time after being transmigrated to this world?"
Her thoughts swirled with unease. "It's no use, Lily," a cold, feminine voice echoed in her mind, sinister and mocking. "Just sit quietly and accept your fate. When your life force is completely drained, creating a new physical form will be trivial for me. Then, I'll take over your sanctum, everything you have will be mine, your strength bestowed by me, everything.
As for that human, even if you meet him, he won't solve your problem. He's likely still a mortal right now it have not been long since he got transmigrated to this world but even if he's talented enough to become a cultivator in this short time, it's hopeless. His yang qi won't match the yin of a goddess like you. You'll be doing him more harm than good."
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A/N:
Guys what do you think, isn't this Genius! Sometimes my genius amazes even me, I guess you guys know what happens next...