The moment the heavy door creaked open, a wave of sin washed over Jon, a scent so potent it was almost tangible. It was a smell that stirred something primal within him, a hunger that was both terrifying and exhilarating. The room was dimly lit, the only source of light coming from a single, flickering bulb hanging precariously from the ceiling. Shadows danced on the walls, creating an eerie atmosphere that was both unsettling and oddly fitting.
"Are you the Ghost Rider?" The voice was calm, almost serene. It belonged to the humanoid flounder, Laika, who sat at the head of a long, wooden table. His eyes were cold, devoid of any emotion as he gestured for Jon to sit. "Sit."
Laika's words were punctuated by the sound of his teeth sinking into the "food" on his plate. The moment he bit down, Jon felt a surge of sin radiating from him, a sinful aura that was intoxicating. It was a sensation that was both repulsive and alluring, a paradox that sent shivers down his spine.
Jon took a seat across from Laika, his eyes never leaving the flounder. "Excuse me, Mr. Laika! Is what you are eating the placenta of a human female on Earth?" His voice was steady, but there was a hint of curiosity in his tone.
"Yes." Laika's response was curt, his tone dismissive. He continued in a talkative manner, "This thing is simply the most delicious thing in the universe. I eat one every night as a midnight snack." He looked up at Jon, his gaze piercing. He saw Jon licking his lips, a greedy expression on his face.
"Oh, Jon," Laika's voice was laced with amusement. "It seems that you are also attracted by this alluring snack, right? But it doesn't matter, you came to me because you want to work under my hands, right? Don't worry, I will not treat my subordinates badly. As long as you work hard, you can eat this every day like me. In addition, I also have some stocks. I can give them to you first for you to try."
"No need." Jon's voice was firm, his eyes never leaving Laika's. He stood up, leaning forward slightly, a predatory smile playing on his lips. "I am not attracted by its fragrance, but by your fragrance."
As the words left his mouth, Jon's head burst into flames, his transformation into the Ghost Rider complete. His eyes, now glowing with an ethereal fire, bore into Laika's, causing the flounder to recoil in fear.
"What are you…?!" Laika's voice was filled with panic as he scrambled to his feet, backing away from the table. "Security! Security! Come here, Security!"
But his cries fell on deaf ears. In a flash, the Ghost Rider was upon him, his fiery hand gripping Laika's shoulder. The flounder was paralyzed with fear, his screams dying in his throat.
"I'm hungry," Ghost Rider's voice was low, a terrifying growl that echoed throughout the room.
And then, as Laika's terrified screams filled the room, hellfire enveloped his body, the flames consuming him as the Ghost Rider fed on his sin. The room was filled with the smell of burning flesh and sin, a scent that was both horrifying and satisfying.
[Ding! You kill additional interstellar criminals and get 100 penalty points]
[Ding! The Soul Sacrifice function was used successfully, the soul was exchanged, and 200 penalty points were obtained]
The sudden intrusion of two alien security guards was met with the horrifying sight of their boss, Laika, being consumed by the Ghost Rider's hellfire. "Boss~!" one of them cried out in horror, their voices echoing in the room. They quickly drew their laser guns, aiming them at the Ghost Rider with trembling hands.
But the Ghost Rider was faster. With a swift movement, he hurled the burning body of Laika towards the guards. The hellfire, still clinging to Laika's body, leapt onto the guards, consuming them in its fiery embrace. Their screams were short-lived, their bodies reduced to ashes within seconds.
[Ding! The Soul Sacrifice function was successfully used, the soul was exchanged, and 100 penalty points were obtained]
[Ding! The Soul Sacrifice function was successfully used, the soul was exchanged, and 100 penalty points were obtained]
With the Atomic No. 4 gun he'd snatched from the MIB headquarters in hand, the Ghost Rider strode out of the room, dragging the charred remains of Laika behind him. As he emerged, a group of alien security guards rushed towards him, their guns blazing with laser beams. But the Ghost Rider was unscathed, his body impervious to their attacks.
With a swift movement, he fired an enchanted beam from his gun, reducing the guards to ashes. He navigated through the labyrinthine corridors, his path blocked by dozens of alien security guards. But they were no match for the Ghost Rider. His hellfire chain lashed out, piercing through their bodies and reducing them to ashes.
After dealing with the guards, Jon, still in his Ghost Rider form, carried Laika's burnt body to the club hall. The sight of him caused a stir among the patrons, their eyes wide with fear and confusion. A Crab-like alien approached him, his voice trembling, "Hey, Jon! Why did you come out so fastly? Wait, who is that you are holding in your hand?!"
But before he could finish, the Ghost Rider grabbed his throat, his voice a low growl, "Shut up, Pidka!" A ball of hellfire engulfed the Crab-like alien, reducing him to ashes.
[Ding! You kill additional interstellar criminals and get 100 penalty points]
[Ding! The Soul Sacrifice function was successfully used, the soul was exchanged, and 100 penalty points were obtained.]
With Laika's burnt corpse in hand, the Ghost Rider moved forward, causing the crowd to scatter in fear. Their screams filled the air as they tried to escape, but with a snap of his fingers, the Ghost Rider ignited all the exits with hellfire, trapping them inside.
As the panic escalated, Jon returned to his human form. He pulled out the Elder Wand, pressing it to his throat as he whispered,
"Sonorus!" His voice amplified, echoing throughout the club.
Jon's voice echoed throughout the club, a commanding presence that demanded attention. "Everyone, be quiet!" He didn't need to raise his voice, the Amplifying Charm ensuring his words reached every corner of the room.
"Dear alien friends, have you seen the burnt corpse?" Jon's voice was calm, almost casual. He gestured to the charred remains of Laika. "That's the body of Laika, the owner of this club." His words sent a wave of panic through the crowd, their murmurs growing louder.
"This happened not long ago, and I killed all the security guards who protected him, so now I have the final say here!" Jon declared, his tone leaving no room for argument.
With the Elder Wand in hand, Jon pointed it towards the ceiling, whispering, "Impius!" A beam of red light shot out from the wand, hitting the ceiling before transforming into red star sand that slowly descended, landing among the aliens.
The Sin Mark Spell was a creation of Jon's, a combination of his knowledge of magic from the Harry Potter plane and his ability to perceive sin. The spell would mark those who were sinful with a red mark on their left arm, or on the left side of their body if they lacked a left arm.
"Now, look at your left arm. Some of you have a red mark on your left arm. If not, look at your whole left side." Jon ordered, his voice echoing throughout the room.
The crowd complied, their fear of Jon palpable. He had just killed Laika, a notorious criminal in the universe, and his display of power had left them terrified.
"If you see a red skull mark on your body, stand on the left side. If there is nothing, stand on the right side." Jon's voice was firm, his orders clear. The crowd began to move, their actions filled with trepidation as they separated into two groups, their fate now in the hands of Jon.
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