Under Chu Yi’s mischievous gaze, the Marquis went mad. His Blood Energy continuously leaked under the curse of the Blood Spear, being devoured by the Divine Hand.
In his last flicker, he lost all traces, including the threads spread across the ancient castle. They disappeared cleanly, leaving only a flower-like light source emitting a crystal-like aura, which was held by the Divine Hand.
This was a Marquis Noble Title, the size of a pigeon’s egg, appearing like a meteorite from outer space—two levels higher than a Viscount.
Chu Yi smiled, storing it in the kitchen. He was uncertain of how powerful a feast it could create.
He played with a rusty Short Spear, twirling it in his hand.
The source of the Blood Race’s power lies in blood.
While a Beast Tamer’s power is Spiritual, the Blood Race’s is Blood Energy. They rely on Bloodline Power to repeatedly transform into stronger bloodlines, a process somewhat similar to Pet Beast evolution.
The Blood Spear in Chu Yi’s hand happened to be a Vampire’s nemesis; a single stab cursed them with eternal bleeding.
Therefore, this could serve as an explanation for how the Marquis was killed.
After cleaning up the traces, Chu Yi raised his hand and released a brilliant firework. This indicated that he had slain the Marquis, and he immediately went to find his foster father, the Count.
Soon, he found a figure in a ravine, clad in tattered War Armor. The person was so misshapen they resembled a piece of dead wood, devoid of any sign of life.
"Uncle Kane, are you alright? I’ve already killed that Blood Race member."
Chu Yi was surprised. In a pool of blood and flesh, he also found a half-open pendant.
Chu Yi was shocked. Even before they had arrived, Kane’s Soul had been strangled by the threads.
He was silent for a moment, then stepped forward, recording the moment with his Star Bracelet.
Absolutely... I cannot let Lias know!
Then, his Clock Eye flickered with Twilight Light. Raising his hand, he activated [Retrospect]. The opponent’s flesh and blood began to wriggle, reverting to a past state, transforming into a handsome, blond man in Heavy Armor.
As long as the body was intact, a complete whole, Retrospect could, in theory, indeed bring the dead back to life.
But Chu Yi knew. This is just a shadow of the past, all falsehood.
Moreover, Retrospect had a time limit. The longer it was maintained, the greater the burden on Chu Yi. The greater the level difference, the shorter its duration.
"You’re courting death!"
Threatened with his daughter’s safety, Kane dragged up his Greatsword. His tiger-like eyes glared at Chu Yi, a trace of confusion flashing within them as he instinctively swung the Greatsword!
Chu Yi caught the Greatsword single-handedly. The violent Gang Qi brushed past his cheek, the airflow exploding and carving a hundred-meter-long gully behind him, kicking up a towering cloud of dust.
Feeling the power from the Greatsword, Kane was momentarily puzzled. He was about to counterattack, thinking, Chu Yi couldn’t possibly possess this power; it must be an Illusion Technique from the enemy!
"Uncle Kane, the battle is over. I killed that Marquis using a Sacred Artifact."
Chu Yi picked up the Blood Spear. Though it was a rusty Short Spear, it exuded an ancient power that made Kane’s heart skip a beat.
"But we came too late, Uncle Kane. You unfortunately met your end. Now, I’m using a forbidden artifact to summon this version of you from this specific time. There is a time limit," Chu Yi quickly explained. Using his Star Bracelet’s holographic projection, he played the recorded scene and said, "So, to prevent Lias from being sad, Uncle, please find an excuse to say goodbye to her. I’ll find a way to resurrect you in the future."
"By the way, Lias has become my girlfriend, and we will definitely get married in the future. So, I suppose I should call you Father-in-law now."
After finishing his words, Chu Yi blinked, retracted the Blood Spear, and put on a well-behaved expression.
Kane: ??? What is this all about? I’m still perfectly alive, and he’s saying I’m dead? That brat! Is he trying to infuriate his father to death?
Kane spat out a mouthful of suppressed blood. Is this my old enemy, deliberately disguised to disgust me?
At this moment, Lias and her group finally arrived.
"Oh my gods, sir! You actually took down the White Death Gods single-handedly!" John exclaimed with an exaggerated tone, a look of shock on his face. Chu Yi really did kill Marquis Barrett all by himself! In Beast Tamer terms, Marquis Barrett was a renowned Dawn Star-rank powerhouse! How did Chu Yi do it? Even if he isn’t a progenitor’s offspring, he still carries the blood of gods and demons!
The maids all looked on with admiration. Reaching the rank of Marquis meant stepping into the circle of high nobility, a status more formidable than ten Counts combined! The young master took down even such a terrifying enemy?!
"Father!" A blond girl in a gothic dress jumped off Bika’s back. Not bothering to hide her Blood Race transformation, she dove into Kane’s embrace like a fledgling swan.
"It’s alright, Lias. It’s all over for now." Kane offered a fatherly smile. After comforting his beloved daughter, he glanced at the maids and what appeared to be a noble’s severed head. Then, looking at Chu Yi, who blinked meaningfully, Kane fell silent for a moment. He was about seventy percent convinced, despite his disbelief.
He looked around at the ruined castle. After such a great battle, only broken walls and debris remained. Yet his own armor was intact. How could I possibly be unscathed?
"This battle... it’s all thanks to Chu Yi," Kane sighed, a realization dawning on him.
Since Lias was an exchange student, her visits to the Count’s Castle were limited each month. Coupled with the communication blockade between their two worlds, Kane naturally didn’t know that in just over a week, Chu Yi had transformed into a Beast-Controlling Demon. Although he didn’t understand what had transpired, the fact that his foster son was so outstanding did reassure him considerably.
"Ahem, Uncle Kane, actually, Lias and I... well, you understand," Chu Yi cleared his throat. Though it felt a bit strange, he still needed Kane to prepare some parting words. Retrospect couldn’t last much longer.
"What are you saying?!" Lias stomped her Jade Foot, her cheeks flushing. She glared at Chu Yi, affecting the airs of a young lady. "You mere servant! Show some respect! Call him Count, my lord."
Oh. So the young lady doesn’t want our relationship exposed for now, Chu Yi thought. After all, the Count’s Castle has been leveled to the ground, her home is gone. She’s really not in the mood for this.
Chu Yi looked at the tsundere blonde girl, then at the doting Count. After a moment of silence, he stepped forward and knelt on one knee. "Uncle Kane, I have an impertinent request. Lady Lias and I are childhood sweethearts and deeply in love. May I ask for your blessing for us to be together?"
He adopted a very humble posture. Facing a man who was about to revert to a pool of blood and withered bones, Chu Yi felt he deserved his utmost respect.
"You... Chu Yi, what nonsense are you talking about..." Lias was stunned for a moment, her face tinting pink. Her heart felt sweet, but she wondered, Why so suddenly?
"...Alright." Kane nodded without hesitation. "Chu Yi, I’ve always regarded you as a son. Since you have the power to protect Lias, and if Lias doesn’t oppose it, I agree to you two being together."