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Chapter 45 - Lilith's Trial

Lilith's sister's words hung in the air like a bitter echo, her voice carrying the remnants of past resentment. The tension between them had resurfaced, the fragile truce shattered as old wounds were reopened.

"What do you mean by toxicity?" Lilith's sister retorted, her crimson eyes narrowing with a mixture of defiance and confusion. "It was a proper action that I made to make sure that you would be below me for eternity."

Lilith's gaze hardened, her resolve unyielding. "Proper action? Is that what you call tormenting someone until they're broken? Is that what you call manipulation and cruelty?"

Daimon watched the exchange, the intensity of their emotions radiating like an electric charge. He could feel the weight of their shared history, the pain of their past woven into every word.

Lilith's sister's lips curled into a sneer. "You were always weak, Lilith. Running away was the best thing you could do. You were never fit to lead or be anything other than a pawn."

Lilith's fingers clenched into fists, her nails digging into her palms. She was silent for a moment, gathering her thoughts before speaking. "You're right about one thing—I was weak. But I've changed, I've grown, and I've embraced my strength. And now, I'm going to show you just how strong I've become."

Daimon could see the fire in Lilith's eyes, a determination that burned brighter than ever. He knew that this confrontation was more than just a battle of words—it was a reckoning, a chance for Lilith to finally confront her past and prove her worth to herself.

Lilith's sister laughed, the sound dripping with disdain. "You can talk all you want, Lilith. But words won't change who you were and what you'll always be—a weakling."

Lilith's patience was wearing thin, her control over her emotions beginning to fray. She took a step forward, her stance unwavering. "You underestimate me, sister. I will not back down this time. I refuse to be your pawn any longer."

With that being said, the battle between the two sisters were about to begin.

The air crackled with tension as Lilith and her sister engaged in a deadly dance of combat. Lilith's nails elongated,

becoming lethal extensions of her fingers, as she lunged forward with a feral determination.

Her sister's crimson eyes gleamed with a mixture of challenge and defiance, her own claws poised to intercept the oncoming strike.

Their claws clashed with a resounding clang, sending sparks flying as steel met steel.

The force of the impact reverberated through their bodies, their strength evenly matched in this ruthless confrontation. L

ilith's muscles strained as she pushed against her sister's resistance, the two locked in a fierce struggle for dominance.

Lilith's sister, her black hair billowing around her like a shadowy shroud, exerted her own strength, attempting to drive Lilith back.

Her movements were fluid and precise, a testament to her mastery over her bloodline's powers.

With a swift motion, she pivoted, using the momentum to swing her leg in a sweeping kick aimed at Lilith's midsection.

Lilith's agility saved her from a direct hit as she gracefully sidestepped the attack, her movement seamless and graceful.

Without missing a beat, she countered with a quick series of slashes, aiming for her sister's exposed flank.

Each strike was met with a calculated parry, their claws meeting in a dazzling display of skill and power.

The dance of combat continued, their bodies moving in a rhythmic harmony as they exchanged blows and dodges.

Lilith's expression was a mix of concentration and determination, her eyes never leaving her sister's form.

She was driven by a desire to prove herself, to show that she had risen above the pain of their shared past.

In a bold move, Lilith disengaged and created a small distance between them.

Her chest heaved with exertion as she gathered her energy, her fingers weaving intricate patterns in the air.

Crimson energy coalesced around her fingertips, forming a swirling vortex of blood. With a fierce cry, Lilith swung her arm forward, unleashing a barrage of blood waves toward her sister.

The blood waves surged through the air, their movements erratic and unpredictable.

Lilith's sister reacted swiftly, her agility allowing her to gracefully evade the majority of the attacks.

But a few managed to graze her, leaving shallow cuts that oozed with blood. Her expression twisted with a mixture of annoyance and anger.

With renewed determination, Lilith closed the distance once again, her movements a blur of speed and precision.

She launched a series of rapid strikes, each one aimed at exploiting her sister's defenses.

Her sister fought back with equal fervor, their claws clashing in a symphony of steel.

Their battle reached a crescendo, the intensity of their emotions fueling their every move.

The awakening ground seemed to respond to their conflict, the misty realm resonating with the echoes of their shared history.

It was a battle not just of physical prowess, but of inner strength and resilience.

Lilith's sister managed to land a glancing blow on Lilith's arm, the claws tearing through the fabric and drawing a thin line of blood.

Lilith winced, but the pain only seemed to ignite her determination further.

With a primal roar, she channeled her blood manipulation powers once again, the crimson energy enveloping her in a radiant aura.

In a final, powerful surge of energy, Lilith unleashed a torrent of blood waves, their force propelling her sister backward.

Lilith's sister struggled to maintain her footing, her form flickering as if on the brink of dissipating.

With a final, defiant glare, she let out a bitter laugh before vanishing into mist, leaving behind an echoing whisper of her presence.

As the misty realm began to dissipate, Lilith stood there, her chest heaving and her body covered in a sheen of sweat.

Her gaze was fixed on the spot where her sister had been, a mixture of emotions swirling in her crimson eyes.

She had faced her past, confronted her demons, and emerged victorious.

Daimon approached her, his admiration was evident in his gaze. "You did it, Lilith," he said softly, his voice a comforting presence amidst the fading echoes of battle.

Lilith nodded, a small smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "Yes, I did. And I finally feel a sense of closure."

The panel materialized before them once again, signaling the completion of the Lilith's trial: [Defeat Past Enemy: 1/1].

As they stood there, breathing in the reality of their victory, Lilith felt a weight lift from her shoulders.

The trials pushed her to her limits, forcing her to confront her past and her inner demons. But in doing so, she had found a strength within herself that she had never fully realized.