Lily, who is staring at Das in confusion, didn't understand how he could joke in such a tense situation. Her thoughts were torn apart between the strange magical power of Mohini and the behavior of Das. From the moment Mohini spoke the word "family', Das's demeanor completely changed.
Mohini, who felt irritated by Das's comment about shape-shifting aliens, replied in a mocking tone. "I'm a cultivator. People like me are superior to you humans. We can do many things that you humans can't even imagine. We live double the life span than any human."
Das paused what he was doing and turned his gaze towards Mohini. Previously, he read the word cultivator in one of the old books in his collection. At that, he thought it was fantasy trash written by an ancient stupid. But now, the answer is before his very own eyes.
"So, were you born as a cultivator? Or have you ascended from the human stage?" Das asked with a curious look.
Mohini smiled sarcastically. "I will answer your question, as I pity your life. But first, tell me what's written on that wand. I already have a hint on what's written on it. So, don't try to fool me." Mohini warned in a threatening tone.
Das stared at Mohini for a long time before turning his focus back onto the wand. He spent some time deciphering each letter and symbol on the wand.
After a brief pause, he opened his eyes and began speaking about the message written on it.
"I'm the sovereign emperor of this realm. This wand is the fourth legacy item I left behind before leaving this closed realm. To get out of this small realm, gather all six legacy items and retrieve the inheritance I left behind. I hope one day I meet someone from this small planet on higher planes.
-By the 28th Sovereign Emperor of the Common Realm."
After hearing the entire message, a bright smile appeared on Mohini's face. She only knew the word 28th Sovereign Emperor before coming here. As Das's words coincided with what she knew, she felt satisfied. She successfully finished the task bestowed on her by her master.
"Toss me the wand." Mohini demanded as her face turned serious.
"Tell me the secret. How did you become a cultivator?" Das asked while holding the wand in his grip.
Mohini, who believed that Das would never become a cultivator, spoke the truth. "You need to open your meridians and practice the art of aura absorption to become a cultivator. But to open meridians, you need Heavenly Elixir. Only very few hidden sects have this heavenly elixir."
For a second, Das's thoughts stuck on the old book, which he read years ago. The word Heavenly Elixir brought his memories back to the place where he learned the art of fighting.
Before she asked, Das flicked the wand towards Mohini. After securing the wand, Mohini began moving back while pointing her finger at Lily.
Her gaze never left Das, as she was afraid of his physical powers. Das sat calmly, as he thought she would leave silently. But for safety, he is ready to protect Lily if Mohini plays any tricks.
But Mohini, who thought Das would be a big threat to her escape, didn't hesitate to attack Lily before leaving.
"Burning Sun Blast."
As Mohini unleashed her aura, the bracelet on her wrist glowed and sent a fireball towards Lily's back. Das, who saw the change, reacted quickly and hurriedly moved to block the fireball.
"Ahh…"
Das reached in time and blocked the fire ball with his back. But the impact sent Lily and Das flying. Das's back took a hard hit, and his shirt tore off into pieces.
With a murderous look, Das turned back to hunt Mohini. But Mohini had already vanished from that spot using the Phantom Steps technique.
Das decided to hunt Mohini and teach a good lesson. But after seeing unconscious Lily, he dropped the idea. He slowly regained his composure and went to take care of Lily.
Meanwhile, Mohini left the scene without looking back. She directly entered her car and left the War God Mountain area in a hurry. Her hands were still shaking from the worry of Das coming for her.
Even though she is a cultivator, she can only stop Das until her aura depletes. At most, she can use another ten damaging attacks. After that, she will be sitting duck, ready to be butchered.
Finally, after reaching the highway, she breathed in relief. She kept the car in autopilot mode and dialed a number on her brand new phone, which she brought specifically for this mission.
As the matriarch answered the call, Mohini began explaining the message inscribed on the wand.
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On the mountain slope...
Carrying Lily in both hands, Das began descending the steps at a slow pace.
After the impact of the fireball, Lily lost her consciousness. Das used his fingers to massage her palms. Even though she opened her eyes, she failed to walk normally, and her entire body is shaking from fear and anxiety.
As he was getting late, Das decided to carry her. Lily's gaze fixed on Das's body as she saw several scars and unknown patterns of different symbols on the naked top half of Das's body. The scent of blood filled her nostrils. Das's entire back is turned blood red due to the effect of the fireball.
Her eyes turned moist as she remembered how Das got affected to save her life. She felt a sense of security in his warm hands. She moved her palm and placed it on his chest.
"Don't worry, we are safe now." Das said with a soft smile.
Lily's gaze struck his face. She did not understand how he could still smile in such a painful situation.
After reaching the car, Das placed Lily in the back seat and opened the car storage space. Lily did not understand what he was doing instead of starting the car engine.
But when she saw the spare tire in Das's hands, she understood the situation. The car got punctured by Mohini, and Das picked up all the tools from the storage to change the car tire.
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/// A/N - I only write fast paced story. I don't waste your time and coins by writing several emotional phrases and describing unnecessary things. I hope you guys understand. Thank you. ///