Betrayed by the Succubus, I Raise a Twelve-winged Angel

Chapter 362 - 363: Divine Pattern Awakening!

Not far from the Ghost Race’s encampment.

A treacherous mountain range, shrouded in dense Demonic Qi, looked like a giant black beast lying on the earth, emanating a pulse-pounding aura.

This was once the dwelling of the Nine-Hells Centipede King, the former overlord.

Now, a Human Race team stopped at the edge of the mountains.

Leading them were the prominent figures of the younger generation, aside from Aster Grant...

Bianca Shelby, Veronica Vero, and Celesia.

Crystal Winslow remained in the Snow Kingdom, and now the young generation of the Human Race...

Aside from Aster Grant, was led by the three of them.

Therefore, to train the three, Zane Drake assigned them the task of exploring the Nine-Hells Centipede King’s domain.

At this moment.

The three gathered, first exchanging friendly greetings.

Then all three of their gazes turned to the mountain’s entrance.

Previously, the Demonic Qi here used to be so concentrated that entry was impossible.

It was only recently that it had slightly improved.

Aside from the Human Race, several Xenos teams had also gathered in this place—

There were the agile Shadow-wolf Clan, the stone-shelled Clan, and a few Shadow tribes with ominous vibes.

They were all drawn to the former dwelling of the Nine-Hells Centipede King.

After all, powerful Vicious Beasts usually require the simultaneous absorption of Demonic Qi and Spiritual Energy.

Regions where Demonic Qi gathers often accompany Spiritual Energy as well.

This suggests that rare spiritual materials, ores, and even heritage relics might be hidden within.

For these middle and small-sized races, they can’t quickly enhance their power by slaying the Demon Clan like the Human Race can.

Apart from cultivating step by step, searching for and devouring nature’s spiritual energy treasures is an important means to improve their power.

The dwelling of the Nine-Hells Centipede King is an excellent opportunity.

The atmosphere was tense, with each race on high alert against each other, their hostility almost palpable.

Bianca, Veronica, and Celesia, witnessing this scene, wore solemn expressions.

The three of them were currently at Commander Peak in terms of power.

Not the strongest, but certainly not weak either.

And with the aid of their Beastbond, they nearly possessed the strength to contend with those of Monarch Level.

At that moment, Veronica, sweeping her gaze over some clearly ill-intentioned Xenos, said softly:

"The situation inside is unclear. Rather than enter and be stabbed in the back, how about we eliminate some unruly ones first?"

Bianca’s eyes were cool as she nodded slightly: "I agree. This will reduce competition and lower risks."

Celesia also nodded in agreement:

"Agreed."

And just as the three reached a consensus, the last visible wisp of dark Demonic Qi at the mountain’s entrance completely dissipated.

"Charge!"

Someone shouted, and like a gunshot starting a race, the gathered teams from each race became agitated, with figures rushing headlong toward the shadowy entrance.

Bianca, Veronica, and Celesia exchanged glances and immediately led the Human Race to merge into this surge.

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Meanwhile, the energy within the Third Sacred Pool of Taming was nearing depletion.

The Divine Pattern Golden Light, suspended in mid-air, pulsated powerfully like a heart, absorbing the last trace of pure energy.

Buzz——!

With a soul-piercing chime, the third Divine Pattern was fully activated!

Brilliant golden light instantly filled the entire Sanctum of the Pool, sacred and majestic.

As if summoned by a powerful resonance, the other two dormant Divine Patterns within Aster Grant suddenly emerged from the depths of his consciousness.

The three Divine Patterns, like long-lost brothers, shimmered in the air, interlinking and rotating to form a perfect and mysterious cycle.

Aster Grant watched this strange spectacle, feeling a slight amazement in his heart.

Before he could delve deeper into it, the spinning Divine Patterns suddenly transformed into three streams of light, piercing into his brow with lightning-like speed!

A warm, burning sensation spread across his forehead as a clear and complex golden mark appeared, then gradually faded beneath the skin.

At that moment, Aster Grant distinctly felt an unprecedented closeness in his connection with the planet beneath him—

Azurea, the sense of mastery surged within him, enabling him to "see" the Void Gates connecting Azurea to Alternate Spaces.

And with mere thought, he could easily open or completely close them!

He closed his eyes and concentrated, carefully experiencing this newfound power.

On this planet, he could almost manipulate all of nature’s spiritual energy for his use, akin to a deity.

With a flicker of thought, Aster Grant’s figure vanished from the Sacred Beastbond Pool.

In the next instant, he stood on a street both familiar and unfamiliar—

Lythos.

The once small frontier town from his memories had expanded into a grand city, becoming one of the pivotal fortresses in Draconia.

At the very center of the Vesperion Square stood a towering white jade statue, the face of which was his own.

Aster Grant gazed at the statue, momentarily lost in thought.

"You... you look just like Master Aster Grant!"

A little girl passing by widened her eyes, pointing at him and exclaiming, then rubbed her eyes hard.

"No way! You are Master Aster Grant!"

This exclamation rippled through the crowd like a stone thrown into a calm lake, immediately drawing the attention of the surrounding passersby.

When people confirmed that the person before them was indeed the revered Guardian of the Human Race, Aster Grant, the square erupted in excitement!

For by now, Aster Grant’s name had become a legend among the Human Race.

Under the intentional promotion of Zane Drake and others.

Everyone understood one thing.

Aster Grant was the Guardian Deity of the Human Race!

The crowd surged with excitement, their eyes filled with immense reverence and fervor.

Aster Grant, unaccustomed to such scenes, vanished in a flash.

The next instant, he arrived at Valoria National Academy.

It had changed considerably since before.

The former school had been transformed into The Commandery.

In the largest command room, Orion Winslow was diligently working at his desk, handling a mountain of official duties.

Since the last Demon Clan invasion event, he had become the main decision-maker on Azurea.

And naturally, when meeting an old friend, Aster Grant had to say hello.

In a flash.

He suddenly appeared in Orion Winslow’s room.

"Who?"

Aster Grant’s sudden appearance immediately put the elder on alert.

From the next room, two Monarch Level auras erupted.

Since the last Demon Clan invasion, Draconia had heightened its vigilance.

In important strongholds,

Monarch Level experts were stationed.

However...

As soon as they saw the visitor, they instantly retracted their aura.

"Aster Grant?"

Orion Winslow was initially stunned, then a delighted smile broke out on his face as he quickly stood up from his seat.

"It really is you! Come... sit! Why have you suddenly returned?"

With the reunion of old friends, the atmosphere instantly warmed up.

Aster Grant and Orion Winslow exchanged brief pleasantries, and he informed Orion of Crystal Winslow’s good health.

Hearing this, Orion Winslow visibly sighed in relief.

After that, Aster Grant didn’t linger long before returning to the Sacred Beastbond Pool.

He had roughly figured out the function of the three Divine Patterns.

On Azurea, he could harness all of nature’s spiritual energy for his use.

Almost reaching a godlike state!

However, this power was limited to Azurea.

Moreover.

More importantly, with the three Divine Patterns now fully complete...

The "shackles" that had long constrained his Level advancement seemed to have disappeared.

Henceforth, when slaying the Demon Clan, all of the energy would be fully absorbed by himself, no longer extracted by the Divine Patterns.

This also meant...

His longstanding stagnation at Monarch Tier One was about to end.

Understanding this,

A glint of determination shone in Aster Grant’s eyes.

Almost immediately, he set his sights.

To swiftly elevate his Level to Monarch Peak.

Then find a way to break through to Totem Level!

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