n the midst of the swirling dust, a figure emerged, holding the Fourth Prince suspended in the air effortlessly, his once unbreakable handcuffs now shattered like glass. The court was left dumbfounded, unable to comprehend what they were witnessing.
Lilly and the other merfolk muttered in disbelief, "This is impossible."
But Nitish's smile was filled with confidence as he spoke with an air of authority, "Playtime's over. Shall we get started, in a more savage way?"
His words sent a shiver down the spines of those who had sought to destroy him. With the display of his unimaginable power, Nitish had shattered the illusion of his helplessness. The merfolk realized that they had severely underestimated him, and the consequences of their actions were about to be laid bare.
The Fourth Prince struggled helplessly in Nitish's grasp, his face pale with fear. Nitish's eyes blazed with determination, no longer the innocent and unsuspecting commoner they had dismissed. He had transformed into a force to be reckoned with, a formidable opponent with powers beyond their comprehension.
"I gave you a chance to stand down peacefully," Nitish said calmly, his voice carrying a weight of authority. "But you chose to betray me, to cast me out like a monster. Now, you will face the consequences of your actions."
With a flick of his hand, Nitish released the Fourth Prince from his grasp, causing him to fall to the ground in a heap. The court remained silent, unsure of what to do next. Nitish's power was undeniable, and the fear in their hearts was palpable.
Nitish's eyes blazed with fury as he stood before the Fourth Prince, his hand crackling with fiery energy. But instead of taking a life, he channeled his power into creating a blazing sword blade. The court watched in awe as the flames danced and swirled around the blade, revealing Nitish's true strength.
"Your betrayal ends now," Nitish declared, his voice echoing through the hall. "But I will not stoop to your level of violence."
With a swift motion, Nitish swung the blazing sword, cutting the Fourth Prince's gills and fins in a single fluid motion. The Prince fell to his knees, gasping in pain and shock. The court was filled with a tense silence as they witnessed the display of power, but no one moved to retaliate against Nitish.
Lilly's eyes widened in disbelief, realizing the true extent of Nitish's abilities.
Then Lilly angered and still in disbelief shouted, "Someone kill this bastard for me".
As the top elders and warriors of the merfolk swam towards Nitish, their eyes filled with fury and determination, Lilly's heart pounded in her chest. She had never seen Nitish display such power before, and the sight sent shivers down her spine. Despite her anger, she couldn't help but feel a sense of disbelief at the magnitude of the force standing before her.
Nitish's fingers moved in a circular motion on his chest, activating the magic circle hidden within him. The symbol glowed with an intense light, and in that moment, Nitish's aura seemed to change. He emanated an aura of authority and power that was both awe-inspiring and intimidating.
"Everyone kneel!" Nitish's voice boomed through the hall, commanding obedience and respect. Instantly, the court members fell to the ground, unable to resist the force compelling them to kneel. Their attempts to rise only resulted in further falls, and soon, the entire court was on their knees, their faces etched with shock and disbelief.
Lilly stared at Nitish, her heart pounding in her chest. She had known him to be strong, but this display of power was beyond anything she had imagined. She felt a mixture of emotions—fear, awe, and a lingering sense of regret for what she had done.
As the court struggled to rise, Nitish continued to hold them in place with his power. His smile never wavered, and he stood tall and composed in the midst of the chaos he had created. The once-confident court members now cowered before him, their arrogance and pride shattered.
Lilly took a step back, her eyes never leaving Nitish. She had thought she could control him, manipulate him like a pawn in her game of power. But now she realized that she had underestimated him—underestimated the depths of his strength and determination.
"Release us, Nitish!" one of the elders shouted, his voice filled with both anger and desperation.
Nitish's smile widened, and he shook his head. "Not until you understand the consequences of your actions," he replied, his voice unwavering.
Lilly swallowed hard, her mind racing with conflicting thoughts and emotions. She knew she had made a grave mistake in betraying Nitish, and now she was facing the consequences of her actions. Her heart ached with regret and guilt, and she wondered if there was any way to make amends for what she had done.
Slowly, Nitish released his hold on the court, allowing them to stand up. The court members got to their feet, their faces pale and expressions uncertain. They had seen firsthand the extent of Nitish's power, and they knew that they could not take him lightly.
Lilly approached Nitish tentatively, her eyes searching his for any sign of forgiveness. "I'm sorry," she whispered, her voice barely audible.
Nitish looked at her, his gaze intense but unreadable. "Your apology is noted," he said, his voice calm. "But actions speak louder than words."