I became frustrated and cried in pain, "Ahhhhh!"
Nero's voice tried to reassure me, saying, "You're doing well, Alex. Keep going, you're getting closer."
'The heck do you mean by I am doing well? I'm in pain and crying, not focusing, can't you see?' (Alex)
I gritted my teeth and kept trying, my determination pushing me to the limit.
Finally, after what felt like a very long time, I noticed a crack forming in the sky.
It was like a little bit of light breaking through the dark, a sign of progress.
But my victory didn't last. As the crack got bigger, a sharp pain shot through my head, and I couldn't handle it. "Ahhhhh!" I screamed.
Nero's voice, now filled with urgency, echoed in my mind. "Alex, you can't bear this pain for much longer. Let me assist you. Give me control over your body."
I hesitated because I was scared of losing control of my own body.
But the pain became too much, and I had no other option.
With reluctance, I whispered, "Okay, Nero, take charge."
As I let go of control, I felt a strange sensation. It was as if I was stepping back and watching from the sidelines.
Nero, now in control, took over with a burst of power.
The pain lessened, and the fake world began to waver.
Nero's strength and willpower were strong, and with a clear mind, he began to break down the fake reality that had trapped me.
I watched as the world I had known for so long started to fall apart, and a feeling of relief washed over me.
When I handed over control to Nero, the intense pain in my head gradually subsided, giving way to a soothing feeling.
The fake world around me began to wobble and distort, like a mirage fading under the scorching sun.
Nero's determination and strength remained unwavering, and with a strong resolve, he systematically took apart the fake reality that had trapped me.
Cracks started to form in the sky, sharp and brilliant, like cracks in the fabric of the universe.
The surroundings, once unchanging and stifling, now broke apart and shattered.
The empty streets twisted and bent, and I watched as the world I had known for so long began to unravel.
Buildings turned into mist, and the eerie silence was replaced by a chaotic symphony of strange sounds.
The ground beneath my feet shook and cracked, causing a sudden rush of dizziness as the illusion crumbled.
A sense of relief washed over me as I realized I was finally breaking free from Mia's spell.
The strange nature of my reality dissolved into a jumble of confusion and newfound freedom.
The world, which had seemed like a prison, was now a mosaic of shattered illusions.
Nero's voice echoed in my mind, "Alex, you're making progress. Stay strong. We're almost there."
With each passing moment, the illusion weakened further.
The world continued to fall apart, revealing the truth hidden beneath the illusion.
The resolve of Nero and my own resilience had torn down the fake world Mia had created.
A sense of victory and hope surged within me as I witnessed the disintegration of the illusion.
As the illusion crumbled around me, I found myself standing in a desolate, featureless landscape.
It was as if the very fabric of reality had been torn asunder.
Then, from the swirling remnants of the illusion, a figure emerged – Mia.
She looked dishevelled and panicked, her eyes wide with fear as she saw me standing there, free from her spell.
The tables had turned, and the once all-powerful magician was now the one trapped in my reality.
Mia stuttered, "H-how did you...? This isn't possible!"
Nero wasted no time in responding. He channelled the magical energy I had within me.
He focused all my willpower on the incantation, and as I pointed my outstretched hand toward Mia, he shouted, "Lightning bolt!"
A brilliant bolt of electricity surged from my hand, streaking across the desolate landscape with blinding speed.
It struck Mia, enveloping her in a dazzling display of electrical energy.
"Ackkkkk! "
Her scream echoed through the barren expanse as the lightning coursed through her, searing her illusions away.
For a moment, she was consumed by the intense electrical discharge, and then, as the lightning subsided, Mia lay on the ground, her power broken, her body scorched and twitching.
I approached her cautiously, still wary of her potential tricks.
But it was clear that she was defeated.
The once formidable magician is now helpless and vulnerable.
Nero's voice, though weakened, responded with usual calmness, " Alex. I've used up most of my stored powers to break the illusion. But I need to enter a deep slumber to replenish my energy. In the meantime, you have to take charge."
I understood the gravity of the situation and was prepared to do what was necessary.
I could feel the mental connection with Nero weakening as he entered his slumber.
I didn't have much time.
"Nero, what should I do with Mia now?" I inquired, my voice filled with a mix of curiosity and concern.
Nero's voice became faint as he drifted into slumber, "Use your mind control powers, Alex. Mia knows everything about you. She could be a valuable source of information, and you need to understand her motives."
I nodded, even though I knew Nero couldn't see it.
With Nero now in his deep slumber, I turned my attention to Mia, who was slowly recovering from the electrical shock.
Her eyes flickered open, and as she regained her composure, her gaze locked onto mine.
Mia spoke, her voice carrying an eerie calmness that sent shivers down my spine.
"You do not belong to this world. "
I took a deep breath, meeting Mia's gaze with a steady resolve. "You're right, Mia. I don't belong to this world. I've been transmigrated into this body as the Demon King."
Mia's eyes widened with shock, her composure momentarily shattered. "Transmigration? What does that mean? Who are you truly?"
I sighed, the weight of my dual existence pressing on me. "I'm nobody special, Mia. Just an ordinary boy thrust into extraordinary circumstances."
She looked at me, a mix of confusion and curiosity on her face. "But why? What's the purpose of all this?"
"Enough talking!! As you've seen my secret, Mia, it's time to end our little battle," I replied, my tone firm. "You've delved into my mind, uncovered my reality. Now, I need to take control."
Mia's expression shifted to a wary concern. "What are you trying to do?"
"I need to ensure my secrets stay hidden, Mia," I said, my voice unwavering. "I can't afford any more interference."
"Wait!! What's going on? I don't understand anything! (Mia)
"You will soon understand." (Alex)
I loudly muttered in my mind, 'System activates the Mind Control power on Mia.'
After a few seconds, a virtual screen appeared in front of me with some text.
***Mind Control Mia***
***Accept***
***Reject***
I immediately clicked on Accept and the System sound resounded in my mind.
Suddenly, my eyes caught a glimpse of a star in Mia's head, and when I clicked on it, again a holographic screen with some interesting text emerged in front of me.
(Name- Mia)
(Profession- Dark Magician)
(Mental Condition- Broken)
[Mind Corruption:- 5%]
[Mind Corruption:- 26%]
[Mind Corruption:- 56%]
[Mind Corruption:- 96%]
[Mind Corruption:- 98%]
[Mind Corruption:- 100%]
After the corruption was completed, the System's voice echoed in my mind, it said, 'Host, please force her to stare into your eyes then only you can hypnotize her'.
I approached Mia, my enemy, and demanded, "Look into my eyes." She protested vehemently, but I seized her by the neck, forcing her gaze into mine.
"Resistance is futile," I growled, tightening my grip.
Mia choked out, "You can't control me."
Our eyes clashed, a battle of defiance and determination. She struggled, but her defiance slowly waned. At that moment, I knew I had gained the upper hand, and the tide of our rivalry shifted in my favor.
"Yes, Mia just look into my eyes....Just stare deeply into my eyes.....Just my eyes, nothing but my eyes. You can see nothing but my eyes...Just continue to stare deeply into my eyes." I commanded.
Her eyes glazed over and I could tell she was already in a light trance but for us to go all night we are gonna have to do this a bit longer.
Yes, A little more, keep going, keep going.
"You hear nothing but my voice....and you can see nothing but my eyes.....I am the center of your world...I control your world. You can do nothing without my permission. You are mine! "
I-I am yours," she said blankly and continued staring into my eyes. Becoming utterly hypnotized.
"Yes, you are mine...I control you.....you can do nothing without me and you are powerless to fight me. You don't want to either. It's very relaxing not having to think for yourself. Having someone else think for you and command you."