The ultimate sin

Chapter 22

The desolate air was thick with tension as Kam and Gloxinia hovered above the battlefield, their shadows casting long, ominous silhouettes on the rocky terrain. Below them stretched the army of the giant race, a formidable gathering of towering warriors armed with colossal weapons and unwavering resolve. At the center stood Diane, her Sacred Treasure, Gideon, gleaming in the dim light. Kam smirked, gripping his sword tightly. "So, Gloxinia," he began, his tone laced with mockery, "how many giants are we going to kill today?" Gloxinia sighed, though a smirk danced on his lips. "All of them, if necessary. Just remember, our goal is her." His gaze locked on Diane.

Without another word, Gloxinia raised his Spirit Spear, Basquias, to the heavens. The air shimmered as he invoked Death Thorn, unleashing a surge of razor-sharp ivy that erupted from the ground like serpents. The poisonous thorns snaked through the giant ranks, tearing through their flesh with horrifying precision. Screams erupted as giants fell, their colossal bodies writhing in agony as the poison coursed through their veins. "Impressive," Kam muttered, his voice dripping with dark amusement. He extended his hand, summoning a wave of black flames with Hellblaze. The inferno spread across the battlefield, consuming everything in its path. Giants roared in pain as the demonic fire ate through their flesh, reducing them to smoldering husks.

From the chaos, Diane's voice rang out, commanding her troops to hold their ground. "Do not falter!" she bellowed, her voice a beacon of hope amidst the carnage. She slammed Gideon into the earth, activating Rush Rock. Jagged boulders shot upward, targeting Kam and Gloxinia with deadly precision. Gloxinia dodged effortlessly, his butterfly-like wings carrying him gracefully through the air. Kam, however, grinned and unleashed Phantom Rift, teleporting through the debris and appearing behind Diane. "Nice try," he taunted, swinging his blade in a wide arc. Diane barely managed to block the attack, the force of the clash sending shockwaves across the battlefield.

As the battle raged, the giants fought valiantly but were no match for the duo's overwhelming power. Kam activated Infernal Requiem, summoning a massive sphere of Hellblaze that engulfed the battlefield in black flames. The fire drained the life energy of the giants, leaving them weak and defenseless. Gloxinia, meanwhile, transformed Basquias into Form Two - Guardian, a gigantic hornet-like creature that darted through the ranks, impaling giants with its stinger. The battlefield became a slaughterhouse, the ground soaked with the blood of the fallen.

Diane, her heart heavy with the loss of her kin, activated Heavy Metal, her body transforming into unyielding steel. She charged at Kam, her movements slower but her strikes devastatingly powerful. Kam met her charge head-on, activating Ethereal Grasp. Dark tendrils erupted from his aura, wrapping around Diane's limbs and holding her in place. "You're strong, but not strong enough," Kam hissed, his voice cold and merciless. Diane struggled against the tendrils, her steel body creaking under their crushing force.

Gloxinia joined the fray, transforming Basquias into Form Five - Yggdra Armor. His body was encased in gleaming golden armor, and he moved with lightning speed, delivering devastating blows to Diane. Despite her resilience, the combined assault of Kam and Gloxinia began to overwhelm her. She activated Mother Earth Catastrophe, tearing the earth apart and summoning a massive mountain-like structure to crush her enemies. Kam and Gloxinia dodged the attack, but the sheer force of the technique leveled the battlefield, scattering the remaining giants.

Kam, unfazed, activated Soul Rend, a precise attack that bypassed Diane's physical defenses and struck directly at her soul. Diane cried out in pain, her body faltering as the attack left her vulnerable. Gloxinia seized the opportunity, transforming Basquias into Form Nine - Death Thorn. The terrifying ivy erupted from the ground, its poisonous thorns piercing Diane's steel body. Blood spattered the ground as Diane fell to her knees, her strength waning.

"Enough!" Diane roared, her voice filled with defiance. She raised Gideon high above her head, summoning Rising Meteor. An enormous star-shaped pillar erupted from the ground, targeting Kam and Gloxinia. Kam activated Oblivion Barrier, creating a spherical shield of demonic energy that nullified the attack. The barrier released a counterpulse, staggering Diane and leaving her open to another assault.

With a final, devastating blow, Kam and Gloxinia subdued Diane. Kam activated Hellfire Rend, delivering a slash of Hellblaze that incapacitated her completely. Diane collapsed, her body battered and broken. Kam stood over her, his expression cold and unfeeling. "You're coming with us," he declared, his voice void of emotion. Gloxinia transformed Basquias into Form Seven - Moon Rose, the pale rose blooming and producing a liquid that healed Diane just enough to keep her alive.

As they prepared to leave, the ground trembled. Lancelot and Tristan appeared, their expressions filled with fury and determination. "You won't get away with this!" Tristan shouted, his sword blazing with holy power. Kam smirked, raising his hand. "We'll see about that," he said, activating Dread Nova. A massive explosion of demonic energy erupted, creating a blinding flash that destabilized the battlefield. When the light faded, Kam and Gloxinia were gone, leaving Lancelot and Tristan to deal with the aftermath.

Deep underground, Kam and Gloxinia regrouped, their prize in tow. Diane lay unconscious, her body bound by Kam's Void Chains. Gloxinia looked at Kam, his expression a mix of exhaustion and satisfaction. "That was reckless," he said. Kam shrugged, a smirk playing on his lips. "But effective," he replied. The two shared a brief moment of silence, the weight of their actions hanging heavy in the air.

As they began planning their next move, the echoes of their battle reverberated across Britannia. The sins had suffered a devastating blow, and the war was far from over. Kam and Gloxinia were just getting started, their thirst for vengeance driving them forward. The sins would pay for their past actions, one by one. And this time, there would be no mercy.