Cosmic Ruler - Chapter 205

Chapter 205: Elvira of Thunder Rose

Elvira Von Razor, the beloved princess of the 137th king of the Razor Kingdom, was born into a lineage so prestigious that its deep history could put other kingdoms to shame. Her birthright and the weight of her family’s legacy were both a blessing and a curse.

While others might have found it great to be born into such an esteemed family, for Elvira, it was nothing more than a gilded cage. All her life, decisions were made before she could even think about them. She felt like a puppet controlled by the strings of the Razor dynasty, with every move choreographed by her lineage.

Elvira yearned to control her destiny, leading her to carve a path vastly different from her siblings. At the tender age of three, while her sisters played with dolls, Elvira chose to wield a sword. She trained rigorously, determined to master the blade, and continued her practice with unwavering dedication until she reached the age of awakening.

Even before her awakening, Elvira could easily defeat many Spirit Masters, thanks to the luxurious medicinal baths she took to fortify her body after every grueling training session. These baths, infused with rare and potent herbs, strengthened her muscles and heightened her senses, making her a formidable opponent even at a young age.

On the day of her awakening ceremony, Elvira was crowned as the Crowned Princess. This title meant that she would be the next queen if anything happened to the current king. Though this new role added another layer of responsibility, it also granted her a degree of freedom she had never experienced before.

Seizing her newfound autonomy, Elvira left the kingdom at the first opportunity. Her father, concerned for her safety, assigned two Spirit Gods to protect her, allowing her to venture beyond the protective walls of the kingdom and its castle.

As she journeyed through various lands, Elvira sought out masters to challenge and learn from, hoping to find worthy adversaries who could push her limits. However, most encounters left her disappointed, as few could match her skill and strength.

One evening, she found herself in a grand feast hall, where the master of the hall, a seasoned warrior, served her personally. While dining, the manager received an urgent and intriguing call that piqued Elvira’s interest. She listened attentively as the manager explained the situation involving Duke Crimson, a renowned and powerful figure in this backwater kingdom.

Elvira, ever eager for a challenge, ordered the manager to let Duke Crimson proceed with his plans. She wanted to see if he truly lived up to his reputation. The outcome exceeded her expectations, though in an unexpected way. For the first time in a long while, she found someone who could rival her prowess, someone who ignited her passion for battle and pushed her to new heights.

This encounter with the one who easily killed Duke Crimson rekindled her spirit, prompting her to arrange a meeting with the person who defeated him.

When she met him in person, her mouth hung open wide enough to fit an egg. She couldn’t believe that the one who defeated Duke Crimson was someone her age, which only made her feel more excited.

“He is also the same guy who cured Alfred,” one of her protectors’ voices reached her as Princess Elvira was gauging him.

Hearing this, her eyes widened in surprise. She couldn’t help but look at Aiden carefully and replied, “Don’t be silly, that guy was a young man, not a brat like him.”

Lia, one of the Spirit God realm cultivators, was tempted to retort that Elvira herself was still young, but she refrained and replied calmly, “That time he must have been using a disguising art.”

Elvira frowned, then nodding, she asked, “What about the two who are now following him?”

“One is a Spirit Saint, as for the other, I am not sure, but she is stronger than me,” Lia replied after some time.

“Stronger than you? Aren’t you a peak Spirit God?” Elvira asked, surprised.

“I am, but she seems to be more than that,” Lia replied while also advising the Princess to be cautious.

Elvira nodded, and as Aiden reached her, she stood up, lifted the hem of her dress, bowed, and introduced herself.

Aiden nodded and introduced himself with courtesy too, placing his right hand on his heart and bowing slightly as he said, “It’s a pleasure to meet you, Princess Elvira. My name is Aiden D. Ravan.”

Hearing the word “Ravan,” both of the Princess’s protectors nodded in relief. “He is not from some hidden clan, just from an insignificant kingdom from this backwater part of the continent,” one of them murmured.

Although it was only a murmur, everyone in the room was a powerful cultivator and heard it clearly.

Elvira and Lia didn’t think much of it, as they also believed it to be true. However, Aiden saw it as a threat. He brought out a black crystal from his storage ring and tossed it into the air.

Everyone’s attention was drawn to the crystal; they all watched it curiously.

“Abyssal Chain.”

Another murmur reached their ears, cold and chilling, causing everyone to take up their guard unconsciously.

As Aiden broke the crystal, several black chains materialized and bound Elvira’s Spirit God protector. He tried to run, but it was futile. All his defenses were pierced as the black chains coiled around his neck, his limbs, binding him fully with no leeway.

Lia quickly grabbed Elvira and jumped a safe distance away from them. She looked at the struggling Spirit God and then at Aiden, whose eyes gleamed emotionlessly.

She gulped, seeing those eyes, and then said, “What is the meaning of this?”

Hearing her, Aiden smiled and shrugged innocently. “Hm, nothing. I was just seeing how powerful you guys are since you dubbed my home as insignificant.”

His face then turned into one of utter disdain as he glanced at the Spirit God bound by black chains like a dog. He lifted his foot and, putting it on the Spirit God’s head, replied, “If you lost to someone insignificant, I wonder what you are now?”

Adam glared at Aiden, his eyes so red as if blood would drip from them any moment. Even after struggling, he couldn’t release the chains, as they also sealed his cultivation. He had never felt so humiliated before, but he couldn’t do anything but let Aiden step on his head.

Saying so, Aiden began to leave. While moving, he looked back and said, “And don’t think about attacking the Ravan kingdom, or your kingdom will cease to exist the next moment.”

As if on cue, Shelly released her cultivation pressure, causing both the princess and Lia to fall on their backsides. For Elvira, it was someone of higher cultivation, but for Lia, it was a death sentence. “Impossible, why is an Immortal like you in the Spirit realm?” she shouted, but received only the sound of the door shutting as a response.

Lia quickly helped Elvira stand up and then said anxiously, “Princess, let’s go and ask for forgiveness!”

Elvira frowned, seeing Lia like this. She asked, “What happened? I know they are strong, but we also have many strong cultivators.”

Lia shook her head at such a response and explained just how grave the situation was now.

“You are kidding, right?”

“There is no way there is an Immortal cultivator in this realm; the realm wouldn’t allow it!” Elvira frowned and retorted, thinking the fear had caused Lia to misunderstand the situation.

“It is possible, Princess, if the Immortal was from this realm, or if he or she ascended and later returned due to some work. The realm would permit them,” Lia replied.

“I know that, but they are not allowed to attack others,” Elvira shook her head and replied.

“I have read it in records: Immortals can indeed return, but they can’t attack unless they are provoked. So, unless we antagonize them, she won’t attack or destroy our kingdom,” Elvira said confidently.

Lia nodded, though worry still clouded her eyes. “Even so, Princess, we should be cautious. This situation is unprecedented, and it’s better to avoid unnecessary risks.”

Elvira sighed, “You’re right. Let’s tread carefully and not provoke them any further.”

She glanced at Adam, still bound by chains, and approached him.

“Wait! Princess, let me. What if those chains are dangerous?” Lia stopped her. Elvira nodded, and Lia began to approach Adam, staying on full guard.

As she reached him, Lia cautiously touched the chains and felt her cultivation getting sealed. She quickly removed her hand, and her cultivation returned.

“Princess, it seems this also seals one’s cultivation. No wonder Adam wasn’t able to get out of this,” Lia said. Then, taking out her sword, she materialized her Spirit.

It was a humanoid figure clad in lightning, mirroring Lia. In her spirit’s hands was a sword, and as Lia raised her own sword, her spirit mimicked the action. She aimed at the chains and said, “Thunder Purge.”

A large slash, crackling with lightning, released from her sword and destroyed the chains, freeing Adam.

Adam stood up and thanked her, then they all quickly left the city, determined not to antagonize Aiden’s group any further.