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Chapter 278 278 To Act Convincingly
Chapter 278 278 To Act Convincingly
Chapter 278 278 To Act Convincingly
Selina's eyes blazed with fury as she chanted a powerful incantation, summoning a barrage of ice shards to rain down upon Crystal. Her anger was tangible, her belief in her own superiority unwavering. With a mix of defiance and arrogance, she declared her intent through clenched teeth, "Let this be a lesson, Crystal."
Crystal, however, wasn't one to back down easily, and her determination shone in her eyes.
As Selina's spell drew closer, Crystal swiftly harnessed the energy from the remnants of Nexus's release within her, an intricate pattern around her pussy glowing with a hidden significance.
It was a well-guarded secret, a source of power that few knew about.
The transfer of energy heightened Crystal's mana, creating a palpable aura of power that radiated from her being. The atmosphere thickened with magic, capturing the attention of everyone.
Crystal's expression was a portrait of unwavering determination as she faced Selina's oncoming attack.
The magical energy in her palm crackled with intensity as they stood on the precipice of a powerful magical duel.
In the midst of the charged atmosphere, Crystal spoke with a calm confidence, her words directed at the infuriated Selina. "You need to calm down, Selina."
As Selina continued to conjure a barrage of icy prisms, Crystal's aura began to shift. Her voice took on a note of command as she continued, "But if you insist on this path, then be prepared to face the consequences."
With incredible swiftness, Crystal's fist transformed into a solid black form. The room seemed to pulse with anticipation as she readied herself for the impending clash. "This doesn't have to escalate further, Selina. I implore you to reconsider."
The resounding crash filled the room as Crystal's massive fist connected with the barrage of ice prisms. The Ice that encased the castle broke into several fragments. The impact was deafening, and ice shards scattered in all directions, a testament to the incredible force of their magical confrontation.
"What the hell," Selina muttered, moving back a little, "How did you do that?"
The Russels, now free from the ice, were in shock. They quickly scampered to a corner for safety as they watched Crystal battle with Selina.
Selina, determined but also somewhat surprised by Crystal's intervention, would not let down. "Oh, you want to scare me away?" she shouted, "I will destroy every one of you!"
Selina began chanting more spells; the ground shook as she pronounced each word. "Dragon of Ice, dragon from me, Come to my rescue and show your Power." She kept repeating it as an immense ice sculpture of a dragon began to form.
The dragon grew larger and more menacing with each incantation, its icy scales gleaming in the room. "Dragon of Ice, dragon from me, Come to my rescue and show your Power!" Selina repeated with even greater intensity.
The dragon began to take shape, towering over the castle itself. Everyone looked on in awe and quickly ran to safety. The dragon's breath sent sharp shards of ice flying in all directions, leaving everyone running and taking cover.
Crystal remained unyielding, her feet firmly planted as she began her transformation again. This time, she increased the size of her black hand to become as big as the dragon. Everyone was shocked, wondering how she could match this formidable creature.
Crystal's fist continued to grow to enormous proportions, dwarfing Selina's shattered ice dragon. The sheer scale of her power was astonishing.
Seeing the terrifying transformation, Selina began to move back in fear, her confidence waning.
With unwavering confidence, Crystal issued a warning, "I don't want to hurt you, Selina. But I will do whatever it takes to stop this." She struck the dragon down, breaking it into several pieces.
The shockwave of Crystal's earth-shattering punch rippled through the room, causing everyone to stagger back in awe and disbelief. The force and precision of Crystal's strike left an indelible mark on the remnants of the ice dragon, the shards scattering like crystalline confetti.
Selina could hardly believe her eyes. Her own prowess as an ice mage was formidable, but Crystal's display of sheer strength and control was on an entirely different level.
The realization hit her like a tidal wave, and her jaw hung agape in utter astonishment.
Madeline, Monica, and Nora were equally taken aback, their expressions mirroring Selina's disbelief.
The seemingly ordinary maid who had been at Nexus's side, attending to menial tasks and fading into the background, had now revealed herself to be the most formidable mage among them.
The family's matriarch had displayed a level of power that was beyond their wildest expectations. The shift in their perception of Crystal was profound, and they realized they had underestimated her all along.
As the atmosphere remained heavy with silence and awe, Selina's anger smoldered beneath her calm exterior. Her pride was wounded, and her ego struggled to come to terms with the reality of Crystal's strength.
However, she knew that it was not the time for confrontation. Their mission was of utmost importance, and she couldn't afford to let emotions cloud her judgment. She reluctantly exited the Russels' compound, her head bowed in defeat.
" I will be back, " she muttered quietly as she left.
The others exchanged relieved glances, thankful that the situation had been defused. They understood that emotions had run high and that it was imperative to regroup and focus on their mission.
Madeline, with a deep sense of gratitude, was the first to speak, addressing Crystal with sincerity. "Thank you for intervening, Crystal. You've not only protected Monica but also prevented this situation from escalating further. Your power is astonishing."
Monica, though still shaken by the intensity of the confrontation, managed a grateful smile. "I had no idea you had that kind of power, Crystal. Thank you for helping us when we needed it the most."
Nora, the youngest among them, stepped closer to Crystal, her curiosity piqued and her admiration evident. "I'd love to hear your story, Crystal. How did you become so powerful? It's like something out of a legend."
Crystal smiled warmly, feeling a newfound camaraderie with the Russels. "It's a long story, Nora, but I promise I'll share it with you when the time is right. For now, let's focus on our mission. We have a long journey ahead, and we'll need every ounce of our strength and determination."
The realization of their own limitations washed over them, humbling their pride and reinforcing the importance of unity and determination.
Nexus as he stood in the shadows, concealed from view, he breathed a long sigh of relief, thinking to himself, "That could have gone terribly wrong. I'm relieved that we managed to regain control of the situation."
"The success of the entire program now rests on Selina's ability to act convincingly," Nexus mused, his thoughts racing. "If Fitch sees through the charade, everything we've worked for could crumble."
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As the sun began to set over the sprawling estate of the Howard family, Leonard, a loyal and observant staff member, hurriedly made his way toward the study of Fitch. Leonard's face was etched with concern, his mind reeling with the recent news he had come across.
"Mr. Fitch," Leonard said, his voice laced with urgency as he entered the study.