Free Web NovelChapter 156: [Bonus Chapter] Saving Damsels (2)
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Selena’s eyes narrowed in concern and amusement as she observed Shinon’s confident smile. She gripped her blades tighter, prepared for the upcoming battle, but couldn’t help but voice her worry.
"Got it," she replied, a hint of exasperation lacing her words. "But what about you?"
"I always have a plan, Selena," he said, his voice filled with unwavering confidence. "Trust me, I’ll be fine."
Selena rolled her eyes playfully, a smile tugging at the corners of her lips. "I don’t know why I keep worrying about you."
With a shared understanding, they nodded at each other, their unspoken bond strengthening their resolve. There was no more time for words as shuffling footsteps drew nearer.
"Enough talking, madame," Shinon declared, his tone filled with determination. "Let’s give these undead a taste of our blades."
Without hesitation, Shinon lunged forward, his movements swift and precise. He weaved through the remnants of the zombie horde, his shadowy weapons coiling and swirling around him like protective guardians.
With a flick of his wrist, he manipulated the shadows, forcing the zombies to converge on him, diverting their attention away from Selena and the trapped girls.
Selena watched in awe as Shinon’s powers unfolded before her as he raised even more tendrils to help him. His mastery of shadows was a sight to behold, each tendril serving as its own weapon.
As the zombies clustered around him, their movements became sluggish and disoriented, ensnared by the shadowy magic that Shinon commanded.
Selena took advantage of the diversion and swiftly moved towards the building, where the rest awaited her. With her blades dancing in her hands, she dispatched any straggling zombies that attempted to impede her progress.
In the meantime, the girls couldn’t hold back their fears as the two of them got on the verge of crying. freewebnovel.cσ๓
"Don’t worry," Selena assured them, a warm smile gracing her features. "You’re safe now. We’ll get you out of this mess."
The girls nodded, wiping away their tears and resumed following Selena. With Selena’s guidance, the girls cautiously followed her lead, carefully navigating through the chaotic battleground.
Like ducklings, their trust in her was unwavering; they relied on Selena’s skill and quick thinking to ensure their safety.
Meanwhile, Shinon continued to hold the attention of the remaining zombies. His shadowy tendrils whipped through the air, ensnaring the undead in an unyielding grip.
With each strike, he shattered their decaying bodies, his movements an intricate dance of grace and power.
The battle raged on, but Shinon remained undeterred. His focus remained on protecting Selena and the girls, ensuring their escape from the clutches of the encroaching undead.
As the zombies closed in on him, their moans of hunger resonating in the air, he unleashed a surge of shadow energy, sweeping through the horde with devastating force.
"Who is that man..." the blonde girl finally spoke for the first time.
"That... is the most dependable man I have ever seen," Selena smiled as she said those words. "Come on, let’s get you girls to safety first. We can talk about him later."
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As the chaos of battle raged around them, Rico, Kira, and the guards swiftly dispatched the remaining undead on their side. With the immediate threat neutralised, they turned their attention to Selena and the young ladies, helping them out of harm’s way.
However, their momentary respite was short-lived, as the sound of approaching footsteps filled the air.
More and more zombies emerged from the shadows, drawn by the commotion and scent of fresh blood. The situation grew increasingly dire, with the encroaching horde threatening to overwhelm them all.
Kira’s eyes widened in alarm as she caught sight of the shadowy panthers that Shinon had summoned, gradually being overtaken by the sheer numbers of the undead.
As for Shinon’s clone, it was nowhere to be seen. It probably got destroyed long back. Panic tinged Kira’s voice as she called out to him, her voice carrying above the chaos.
"Shinon, we need to go!" she shouted, her urgency palpable. "The undead are closing in on you!"
Shinon’s confident facade remained unshaken, his gaze fixed on the encroaching zombies. He seemed undeterred by the imminent threat, his unwavering determination shining through.
"Don’t worry about me," he yelled back, his voice filled with confidence. "Focus on getting the girls to safety!"
Kira hesitated, torn between her loyalty to Shinon and the pressing need to ensure the girls’ survival. Rico, sensing her inner struggle, took decisive action. He firmly grasped Kira’s arm, his voice resolute as he guided her away from the encroaching danger.
"Kira, we have to trust him," Rico insisted, his grip tightening. "He’ll find a way to handle this. Our priority is to keep the girls safe."
Reluctantly, Kira tore her gaze away from Shinon, her heart heavy with concern. She knew Rico was right, and her faith in Shinon’s abilities wavered only slightly.
With a final glance over her shoulder, she turned and followed Rico, their pace quickening as they made their way towards safety.
Meanwhile, Shinon was at the centre of the swirling chaos, surrounded by a sea of snarling, hungry zombies. His shadowy panthers fought valiantly, their dark forms slicing through the undead horde with lethal precision. But the sheer number of zombies threatened to overwhelm them.
Yet, Shinon’s expression remained calm and collected, his eyes scanning the battlefield for any advantage.
His mind raced with calculated strategies, his innate ability to adapt and overcome coming into play. He had faced similar situations before and knew how to turn the tides in his favour.
"Parkour!"
Suddenly, Shinon unleashed a wave of shadow energy, creating a momentary barrier between himself and the encroaching zombies.
The shadows danced and twisted, temporarily disorienting the undead, buying him a precious few moments.
Taking advantage of the distraction, Shinon swiftly moved through the battlefield, employing a combination of swift footwork and shadow manipulation to evade the grasping hands of the zombies.
With each step, he left a trail of shadows in his wake, creating diversions and confusion among the relentless horde. As if that wasn’t enough, Shinon’s clone appeared out of nowhere, confusing the zombies even more.
With the clone’s help, Shinon skillfully slipped away from the encroaching horde. The zombies, deceived by the clone, pursued it relentlessly, allowing Shinon to regroup with the rest of them and head back to the settlement.
"That... was a close one."
