The sky went dark as the crowd, which was looking at Rafael in disdain, began to look up in horror.
The Lady and younger brother had looks of apprehension on their face.
Everyone was left bewildered.
"What's happening?"
"There's no way, right?"
Whispers like this echoed through the crowd. However, no one could bother with it for now.
After all, a strange phenomenon was taking place.
Standing in the centre of the runes, Rafael felt several changes occurring within him.
He felt something within him.
Something unknown.
"HANG ON"
The King screamed as purple lightning flashed through Rafael once again. His blue eyes started to glow as darkness started to engulf him.
'CRACK'
Everyone, including the king's eyes, widened as they saw the sky.
Shards...
Broken shards...
The space itself had cracked!
A black hole came into view after that. Engulfing the entirety of the sky. If Earth was a dot, then the black hole was an ocean.
Deep inside the black hole's depths was an eye's appearance. An eye upon whose appearance lightning cracked through the black sky.
The amount of energy released was so tremendous that the whole courtyard was torn down to shreds. A protective barrier made of solidified Essence was deployed, surrounding the destroyed courtyard to prevent further destruction.
Yet, It still didn't stop the phenomenon.
The Paladin's hood wore off as his red eyes and hair came into view. His overall appearance was of someone of eighteen years old.
The Lady and the younger brother had a grim expression. Their eyes showed disgust, but more than disgust, fear was evident.
After all, they had treated Rafael as a piece of crap. Now that he has talent. What regard do they have left for survival?
In the sky, along with the eye, was the appearance of a mouth as well.
"I am the Unknown, the Bane of the Unknown."
The dark face shouted with a horrific and terrifying voice. Several people fainted just because of fear. In contrast, some were killed due to the energy released.
The barrier was being bypassed.
The King's eyes narrowed as he glanced towards Rafael.
Couple of minutes later, the black hole burst, as purple lightning flew everywhere. Wreaking havoc across the existence itself.
Millions of Light years away, a man on his throne made of charcoal black material with spines coming out of it opened his eyes, seeing the upcoming lightning sparks towards his planet.
His face, which conveyed seriousness, suddenly broke into a light smile as he the lightning passed through his planet.
Fortunately, the lightning just passed through everything. Causing no harm whatsoever.
On Rafael's end, he was smiling and laughing continuously as he played with the purple lightning.
However, soon, the purple lightning died down as his face showed eagerness for more playful moments.
The King, along with everyone, stood up, only to be met with a destroyed view. Debris was everywhere. Several buildings and cars were destroyed.
In this world, the roads were made of quartz, and those working for the royal family used carriages as a way of transportation.
According to them, it showed their uniqueness and unity when compared with other planets.
The King jumped down from his balcony as the paladin stood up with surprise and an expression of awe.
As the King landed in the destroyed courtyard. He brought forward his hand and picked Rafael on his shoulders.
"A child has been blessed to our insignificant planet. Cheer to Count Damien's family for raising such a blessed child. I hope he was treated well" The King said as he placed Rafael on the ground.
However, no one knew, what Rafael's family was planning...
-Present-
Rafael looked towards Leonel as he raised one of his eyebrows.
"Paladin?"
Leonel's eyes widened as a huge smile of joy appeared on his face.
"So you are indeed Rafael."
Rafael, however, was in no mood to smile. Although he knew the citizens and the others had no fault. He couldn't help but have a grudge against them.
Seeing Rafael's expression, Leonel's smile dimmed as he looked towards Rafael with eyes of worry.
"Are you ok? Did we do something wrong?"
"You did everything wrong", Rafael said as anger flashed in his eyes. However, it disappeared in a split second.
"You don't need to question further," Rafael said with a hint of anger.
Leonel nodded as he heard Rafael. He had understood that something must have happened for Rafael to be like this.
However, he was in no position to question him. After all, Rafael had saved them.
"Follow me", Leonel said as he gestured for Rafael to follow him.
However, an intense amount of killing intent was released from Rafael as he started following Leonel.
'It's time to pay them a visit.'