The Pleasure Lord

Chapter 380: Clashing with the Barbarians! - Part 5

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Romethra's heart raced with a mixture of fear and anticipation as he witnessed the sinister old man unleashing his terrifying power. The sight sent a thrill down his spine, and a twisted smile formed on his lips. Deep within, Romethra harbored a selfish desire, a hunger for power that consumed his every thought.

"This old man... his power is beyond anything I've ever seen," Romethra thought, his mind intoxicated with the possibilities. "Imagine the dominion I could establish, the realms I could conquer, if I were to possess such might."

As he watched the old man command forces with effortless control, Romethra's greed swelled within him. He fantasized about the absolute authority he could wield, the fear he could instill in the hearts of both his enemies and his own brethren. The prospect of sacrificing his own people to ascend the ladder of power thrilled him, for he believed it was their purpose to serve his ambitions.

"With this kind of power, I could shape this land to my liking," Romethra whispered to himself, his voice dripping with selfish ambition. "I will crush anyone who stands in my way, even if they share my blood."

His lust for power clouded his judgment, blinding him to the potential consequences of his actions. Romethra's treacherous mind contemplated betraying his own brethren, sacrificing them as mere pawns in his quest for dominance. The allure of supremacy eclipsed any sense of loyalty or compassion that might have resided within him.

'But what if I align myself too closely with this old man?' Romethra questioned, a flicker of doubt momentarily crossing his thoughts. "What if he sees me as a threat and attempts to dispose of me? No, I must be careful, calculating, and ensure that I remain indispensable to him."

Romethra reveled in his own cunning. The potential rewards outweighed any potential consequences in his twisted mind.

"I will rise to power, and none shall dare oppose me," Romethra declared with a wicked grin, his ambition fueling his every step. "I will shed the weak and feeble-minded, leaving only those who can further my cause."

As Romethra reveled in his darkest desires, his mind consumed by thoughts of power and dominance, he cast aside any lingering doubts. The path he had chosen was treacherous, but he was willing to trample over anyone who dared to impede his ascent.

"I will make the world tremble before me," Romethra whispered, his voice filled with a cold determination. "I will seize this opportunity and reshape reality to serve my own insatiable hunger for power."

With a ruthless resolve, Romethra turned his attention back to the unfolding battle, his heart set on achieving the twisted version of greatness he craved. He would stop at nothing to feed his insidious desires, even if it meant sacrificing his own brethren and embracing the darkness within him.

The old man turned his attention towards Romethra, who stood watching the exchange, and berated him with a venomous glare. "Romethra, you good for nothing fool! How dare you stand there idle while I handle this insignificant human? Do as I have told you to do and kill the humans!"

Romethra felt a chill run down his spine as the old man's voice echoed with authority. Fear gripped him, knowing the consequences of defying the old man's orders. Reluctantly, he nodded and spoke with a trembling voice, "As you command, Venerable Shaman. I shall crush the human army and prove my loyalty."

With a dismissive wave of his hand, the old man sneered at Romethra's obedience. "Good. Show those weaklings the might of your barbarian forces. And remember, failure is not an option."

Romethra's heart sank as he realized the magnitude of the task before him. He had always been driven by selfish ambition. A mixture of greed and fear consumed him, but he knew he had no choice but to comply with the old man's wishes.

The Demon Beasts had encircled the barbarian forces, relentlessly attacking from behind, while the human army proved surprisingly formidable, launching coordinated assaults with remarkable precision. The barbarians, despite their efforts, found themselves at a significant disadvantage, their defenses crumbling under the relentless onslaught.

"Dammit! I curse you to the ends of the earth for making me do this!" Romethra's anguished cry echoed through the battlefield as he directed his fury towards the young man astride the lightning eagle. Determination burning in his eyes, he reached into his inner pocket and retrieved a black-colored pill from his sack.

Without hesitation, he swallowed it whole, preparing himself for the ominous transformation that awaited him.

Romethra's eyes glinted with a mix of anticipation and desperation. He knew the price he had paid, but the lure of increased strength was irresistible. With his life force now sacrificed, he braced himself for the surge of dark energy that would grant him a temporary advantage in the battle.

While Danny's attention remained fixed on the enigmatic old man riding atop the foreboding Rank 4 Demon Beast, his heightened spiritual senses detected a sudden surge of aura emanating from the barbarian chief, Romethra. The distinct energy pulsated with a dark intensity, marking a significant transformation in Romethra's powers.

A sense of caution tinged Danny's determination as he realized the perilous shift in the battlefield dynamics. The once-injured and disadvantaged Romethra now possessed a newfound strength, albeit at a heavy cost. Danny understood that he could no longer underestimate his opponent, for the stakes had escalated, and a formidable adversary now stood before his army.

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