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Third Person POV
Apollo's Mansion, Orario.
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Just like Apollo, stunned, trying to make sense of the sounds of explosions with the entire structure that was his home shaking shortly thereafter, he quickly emerged from his personal spa after putting on some clothes, opened the door demanding to know what was happening.
"What's going on?!" He shouted quickly as he saw his children running scared down the hallway.
"Apollo-Sama, this is terrible! An attack, someone is attacking our mansion!" Luan Espel appeared, covered in bandages, his pallum this time wasn't pretending; he was truly injured and burned by Lucius's sudden attack during the party performance.
"WHO? WHO DARES TO ATTACK THE HEADQUARTERS OF THE APOLLO FAMILY!" Apollo shouted and began to go out to see the author of this attack.
"This is terrible! He came sooner than I imagined..." A timid and fearful voice was heard next to Daphne Lauros.
"What now, Cassandra?!" Daphne looked at her friend with raised eyebrows.
"It's him... He came for revenge." She said with fear in her tone.
"Spit it out, are you going to say you had more weird dreams?" Her friend commented as they ran outside as well.
"Yes... The adventurer who hit Apollo-Sama, I knew challenging him was a mistake..."
"Are you sure it's him? And why did he seem so interested in you? He even insisted that you go to the Hestia family..."
"I don't know... Maybe he knows about my powers?"
"Nonsense, you just dream of strange things, that's not a skill, just your imagination." Daphne spoke.
"Hm..." Cassandra lamented, as her visions were also a curse, and no one believed her, treating her as weird because of it, except Daphne, but that didn't mean her friend believed in her predictions.
'Maybe he believes in me...' Cassandra couldn't help but murmur, remembering Lucius demanding her as a reward in a war between families.
As soon as Apollo, Luan, Daphne, Cassandra, and the rest of the family arrived outside, they could see the mansion side in flames.
They watched helplessly as the flames engulfed their grand mansion. The screams of their followers and servants echoed, blending with the explosions, and it didn't stop.
Lucius, in a calculated fit of fury, continued his relentless attack. His fiery spells turned the mansion walls into flaming rubble. Apollo's guards and adventurers tried to organize a defense immediately, but the surprise and fierceness of Lucius's counterattack were overwhelming as flames flew in their direction.
Apollo's adventurers, regardless of their past actions, quickly gathered outside the mansion. The sound of explosions and the roar of the fire served as a wake-up call, summoning them to face the unfolding threat before their eyes.
Among them were those who had previously attacked the church, as well as other members of the Apollo family who were not present in the previous assault. Determined faces and expressions revealed their readiness to fight in defense of their home and reputation against Lucius, the relentless, mad, and unpredictable mage from the Hestia family.
Swords, staffs, and bows were wielded as they organized to confront the invader. The burning flames surrounding the mansion cast dancing shadows over their figures, adding a dark aura to the tense atmosphere.
"YOU?! HOW DARE YOU DO THIS TO MY HOME, YOU WRETCH!" Apollo seemed like a madman in rage seeing such a thing; once again, he was stunned by this human acting in a way he had never seen from a mortal since he came here, and he never imagined anyone among mortals would behave so recklessly.
"Hm? Apollo, you finally arrived! You like attacking other people's houses, don't you? Let's see how you feel about this," Lucius proclaimed, his voice filled with indignation.
"Firebolts!" Lucius cast his magic towards the already destroyed part of his house once again. *BOOOOM!*
The nearby residents watched, astonished, the unfolding spectacle of destruction. Lucius, in his thirst, now completely immersed in battle, showed no signs of backing down in the face of the growing crowd around him. He aimed not only at Apollo's adventurers but also at the very structure and symbols of his rival family's influence.
With a part of Apollo's mansion cornered by fire, the flames danced in the now shattered windows, creating a hellish spectacle that stood out even against the morning sun's rays. Smoke rose in the middle of the city, leaving witnesses stunned; this guy was too reckless.
Meanwhile, news of the conflict began to spread through the city, fueling fear and speculation. The Ganeash family and the adventurer guild would soon be informed, as the explosions and smoke were undeniable witnesses to a magical war that threatened to involve everyone in that part of the city.
But it would take time for them to arrive. The situation was about to unfold into a battle between the two rival families, with the city as a silent witness to a dispute that surpassed the limits of diplomacy and traditional rivalry at this moment. The fate of both sides was now in the hands of the imminent confrontation, even if this imminent confrontation was just adventurer Lucius against the entire Apollo family as they surrounded him.
"This wretch, besides hitting Apollo-Sama, he destroys our home!"
"We attacked his lair for revenge; I never imagined the conflict would escalate to our headquarters. This is terrible."
"Look at my room! It's destroyed!"
"Let's finish him!"
"Yes! He came alone; he can't fight against the whole family!"
"What is this adventurer thinking? Attacking the mansion of the Apollo Family alone? He's completely crazy!"
"Does he really think he can defeat us? We are an entire family! This is unbelievable. How does he still have the courage to come here and cause more problems?"
"This insolent! He will pay dearly for invading our home. Let's show him the power of the Apollo Family!"
"It's madness! How can he be so confident? No matter how strong he is for a level 2, facing the entire Apollo Family is suicide!"
"This audacity is unacceptable. Don't underestimate the enemy, but also don't let him destroy our reputation. Fight at full strength!" Hyakinthos Clio growled.
Meanwhile, Dephne and Cassandra observed, each with their own concerns. Dephne, determined to protect her family, wielded her sword courageously to join the attack. Cassandra, distressed by the visions she had, feared for what was to come.
"He came for revenge," Cassandra murmured to Dephne. "I knew challenging him was a mistake..."
"Nonsense! You just dream of strange things; that's not a skill, Cassandra. We're facing a mad wizard who decided to attack our home. Let's focus on defeating him!" Dephne responded, trying to stay calm.
The battle began with a whirlwind of Apollo family adventurers converging on Lucius. The mage, aware of his own strength and armed with infinite magic, rose to the challenge with calm and confidence. His eyes gleamed with an intense magical aura, indicating that he was not afraid of the numbers surrounding him.
Lucius raised his hand, instantly summoning a fireball in his palm. The Fire Spell, Fireball, rank 3, was ready to be cast. In a smooth motion, he aimed at the first group of approaching adventurers, releasing a series of flaming projectiles at a pace he could utter more rapidly with his voice.
"Fire Spell, Fireball!"
"Fire Spell, Fireball!"
"Fire Spell, Fireball!"
*Boom! Boom! Boom!*
The Firebolts hit the adventurers, wreaking havoc among the enemy ranks. However, the Apollo family was numerous and determined, and many continued advancing from all sides, prepared to subdue this mad mage.
As the adventurers closed in, Lucius channeled his magic uniquely. The Blessing of ??????, a mysterious ability, nullified any mana expenditure, allowing him to use his spells without worrying about exhaustion. This made him a feared force since he could cast powerful spells repeatedly.
Anticipating the imminent attack now coming from all sides, Lucius activated his rank 3 magical aura to stun the enemies around him, which worked well. Everyone advancing with swords and melee weapons felt the magical explosion from the wizard and a pillar that rose to the sky with it, as Lucius released the spell at full force.
The blue energy pillar didn't hurt them, but the wind it generated and the initial surprise made them falter, causing them to pause their attack for a few moments.
"What is this?!"
"Magic?! I've never seen anything like this!"
"Don't stop; this doesn't seem to hurt; he's just showing off!" One of them said, trusting their instincts.
However, in the meantime, Lucius had already canceled the aura to create a spell with his ability, charged magic. He held the magic for twice the normal cooldown time and then released it at once. Multiple Firebolts surrounded him from all sides and were launched at all the adventurers with powerful force, catching them off guard.
*Boom! Boom! Boom! Boom!*
Firebolt might not be the most powerful spell, but it is certainly effective against level 1 and 2 adventurers attacking him. The resulting explosion caused a momentary dispersal in the enemy formation, opening up space for Lucius to plan his next move. Watching closely, he chose to cast support spells to enhance his own abilities for melee confrontation.
Spells like Strength Booster, Speed Booster, and Ironskin were cast on himself, further elevating Lucius's physical capabilities. He moved with extraordinary agility, dodging the attacks of these adventurers after they all managed to recover from that multiple Firebolt attack.
As the battle unfolded, Lucius relied not only on his advanced magical power but also on his tactical intelligence. He quickly assessed the situation, adapting to the strategies of the surrounding Apollo adventurers, and responded with a variety of specialized spells from his repertoire.
"!" Lucius dodged an arrow at this moment, using his quick evasion.
"That was close..." Lucius thought as he pointed his hand at the archer on top of the house and cast magic on him.
"AHHH!" He could hear the archer feel the pain of the heat as a Fireball hit him squarely.
The battlefield was filled with explosions, magical sparks, and intense clashes. Lucius was a fearless wizard, facing the Apollo family with cold determination and an array of impressive spells. The true battle was just beginning, and the outcome hung in the balance of magic and strategy.
Lucius summoned his atronach in front of the level 1 adventurers; they would have a hard time facing the fiery woman, relieving him of pressure for a moment while he focused on the key members of the Apollo family.
Even with his infinite magic and advanced abilities, Lucius began to feel the pressure from the relentless crowd, which did not seem to retreat despite suffering significant damage from the mage. The number of Apollo adventurers was significant, and they attacked collectively, trying to overpower the mage with brute force and coordinated strategies.
While skillfully evading attacks, Lucius couldn't avoid all blows. Some adventurers managed to get close enough to inflict injuries. His level 2 Resistance with support magic helped mitigate some of the damage, but the accumulation of attacks began to leave its marks.
However, Lucius didn't need to exert much effort for his Healing magic. Without even raising his hand or channeling magical energy, he healed the wounds on his injured points. The Healing Spell, Minor Heal, rank 2, began to take effect, gradually restoring his compromised health, but not his stamina.
As he healed, Lucius faced the additional challenge of balancing between casting defensive and offensive spells. The Apollo adventurers gave no respite, continuing to attack relentlessly.
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