Abyssal Sovereign: The Demon's Dominion

Not only that, but Ariya really did plan to turn it into an assassin organization; however, she needed to first use a mask.

"Let's fix the sign and go in," Ariya said, and the others nodded and started working.

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With a soft, feminine sigh, a female figure appeared. She looked at this world, and a heart that hadn't stirred in years beat slightly.

Although the differences were evident, this world looked familiar to her. It reminded her of her own. Observing the various creatures and similar ecology, Linkir's frown deepened.

With a sigh, she let it go. "My home is the Abyss," Linkir said.

"Is it?" a female voice echoed, and Linkir frowned.

"Who's this?" Linkir asked.

"Me? Heheh, the master of the girl you faced. Demon, tell me your reason for landing on this world," the voice responded.

Linkir remained silent as she pondered. Truthfully, she had no specific reason for staying on this world. She had arrived because of the space rift.

She and the others had been separated, and she knew her master well. He would be occupied elsewhere, unconcerned about them. He expected them to make their way to the Fourth Abyss; after all, he had already granted them access.

"You already know," Linkir suddenly looked up and replied.

In front of her was a Peak Rank 2 being, a clone that looked strikingly similar to Eli.

The clone slowly landed. "Demon, the only reason you're still alive is because I said I wouldn't interfere. If you harm even a hair on them, I will raze you, your home, and everything else to the ground," the clone said indifferently.

Linkir's body tensed. Even though she was facing only a Peak Rank 2 being, her body trembled for a reason she couldn't explain.

She knew this was a clone, and the entity speaking to her was none other than a Rank 3 being.

"I understand," Linkir said calmly.

"Never knew demons had such good figures," Eli's clone thought, her mind wandering.

"Good, then," the clone said and laughed lightly before disappearing.

After the clone vanished, Linkir looked forward. Space and time seemed to collapse but reverted to normal again.

"Oh, I forgot... I want you to stay with them, demon. Go and join them," the voice echoed suddenly.

"Okay," Linkir replied, her eyes narrowing.

She understood something. This was one of the reasons her master sought to become stronger—never let your fate be decided by another being.

What trick or technique could one possibly use to kill a Rank 3 being? Even if she was the daughter of destiny, cherished by this world, she and this world would perish together with no one to save them.

What plot armor? What destiny? What luck? All of it was meaningless before a demon. It was strange, but demons were unaffected by misfortune or luck—similar to gods.

"Ha... Master was right. Strength is ultimate—not external strength, but your own," Linkir said with a chuckle before disappearing.

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In the Fourth Layer of Space, two beings could be seen seated in front of a black and white board. Anyone from Earth would recognize it as a chessboard.

One figure was covered in a silvery glow, and the other was a beautiful female with a charming smile. These were Eli and her master.

Placing a piece down, Eli's master chuckled. "What's the meaning of this move?" the silvery being asked.

"Well, Master, it would be too wasteful to kill this demon. So, I thought, why not make it fun and let her stay with Ariya? She has a hatred for a particular demon, and I want to see how she'll react to this one," Eli said, giggling.

"Sounds believable, but knowing you, your perverted self wants to be close to her because of..." the silvery being trailed off as he suddenly felt a chill.

Clearly, he was the stronger one, yet he felt tense. At some point, Eli had started smiling at him.

"Erm..." The silvery being struggled to find words.

"Sorry," he finally muttered with a sigh.

"Hmph. Master, you're naughty," Eli said angrily.

"Yes, yes, yes, I am," the silvery being admitted readily.

They both continued their game.

"Stupid Master, this is all for my disciple. She needs to train her mind. But... but that beautiful shape..." Eli thought, her mouth almost drooling.

Seeing her ecstatic expression, the silvery being sighed again. "Where did I go wrong in teaching this kid?"

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Inside the building...

The group—Ariya, Chu Su, Buis, and Louk—looked around, admiring the beauty and elegance of the structure.

The weapons were displayed in large numbers. Although they only reached A-rank, Chu Su and Ariya had their own weapons, far superior to these. In any case, the A-rank weapons were far too weak for them.

Finally, they reached the highest level of the building. At the center was a large round table with twelve seats. At the moment, however, there were only four occupants.

Everyone took a seat as the next course of action was discussed.

"It seems everyone has settled in nicely," Ariya said, and the others nodded.

"So this organization... it will be a dungeon-raiding one, but that will be our mask. We are an assassin organization," Ariya declared, and Louk gulped nervously.

"Are you sure about this?" Buis asked.

"With my strength, do you think I would joke about this?" Ariya retorted, and Buis fell silent.

"But... but, I can't kill a human," Louk said, clutching his head.

"Isn't this reaction a bit much?" Chu Su asked.

"It is, but it's normal for pure, innocent people like him. He'll change when he sees humanity's true behavior," Ariya replied.

"Can you kill a human?" Chu Su asked Buis.

Scenes from the Mirror of Truth flashed through Buis's mind as he nodded.

"Good," Ariya said with a smile.

"Hey, Louk, it's fine if you can't kill," Ariya said gently.

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"No, I can... I can kill monsters, so I can kill... h-humans too," Louk stammered in fear.

"Don't force it, idiot," Chu Su said indifferently.

"Someone is here," Ariya said as everyone fell silent.

"You're right," Chu Su and Buis agreed.

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At the front of the building, Linkir appeared and looked at the sign.

"Moonlight Organization," Linkir read aloud as she stepped inside. The interior gave her a stark contrast to Void's castle.

Void's castle was exquisite and otherworldly, while this building was luxurious and elegant.

Obviously, Void's castle was superior, but this place had its own charm.

Sensing their location, Linkir took a step and disappeared.

"I can't sense anyone. I—" Louk began, but froze when he noticed everyone staring at the door.

He stiffly turned around and saw Linkir standing there.

"It's... it's you," Louk stammered in shock.

Ignoring the weak being, Linkir walked forward and took a seat.

"From now on, I am part of the Moonlight Organization," Linkir said indifferently, leaving everyone stunned.

"Why?" Ariya asked, confused.

"Your master," Linkir replied curtly.

"What's Master planning?" the two girls thought in shock.

"Just some time left until I heal completely," Linkir mused as she felt her flesh wriggling.

She was dressed in sleek, dark, tight clothing—armor that was soft and lightweight.

Although she wasn't as strong as a Rank 3 being, she could return to the Abyss at any time. But she was injured. The shockwave that had spread earlier had seriously hurt her. She didn't want Void to see her like this, fearing he might see her as incompetent.

"Okay, then we have a new member," Ariya said as the rest forced stiff smiles.

Ariya went over her plan again, and Linkir merely nodded in response. She was indifferent to anything they said—this was simply a way to buy time to heal and return to her home, the Abyss.

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Since her first sentence, Linkir had remained quiet. To her, killing everyone on this world wouldn't even increase her strength, so she'd lost interest.

Currently, Ariya and Chu Su were exploring a new invention in this world—a hot bath.

The two of them were in it, their figures naked in the steaming water, an alluring sight that could tempt any man.

"Linkir, come," Ariya called out.

...Click...

The door opened, and Linkir stepped in, glancing at the two girls in the steaming hot water. They were in a circular pool about half a meter deep and more than ten meters in diameter.

Ariya knew Linkir was a demon, but she felt no hatred or anger toward her. It seemed only Void could evoke such feelings in her.

"Come on, get in," Ariya said with a smile.

Chu Su frowned slightly but said nothing. Perhaps Ariya was trying to get Linkir to open up to them.

"Hey, you can't enter wearing your armor," Chu Su said, looking at Linkir like she was some country bumpkin.

Linkir paused, clenched her fist lightly, and her armor slowly vanished, revealing a flawless body.

Though they were beautiful themselves, both Ariya and Chu Su were momentarily stunned.

Without a word, Linkir stepped into the hot bath and closed her eyes.

"Linkir, I'd like to know more about you. Do you mind telling us your origin?" Ariya asked.

She decided to give it a try—maybe Linkir would open up and stop being so cold and distant.

"Abyss. Demon," Linkir replied without opening her eyes, and Ariya sighed.

"Leave her to it," Chu Su said coldly, and Ariya nodded.

The two began discussing their next steps while Linkir's mind wandered elsewhere.

"Sword Demon and the rest should be fine," Linkir thought. After all, she was the leader of Void's generals.

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