Damn, I Have to Marry the Strongest Antagonist at the Start? - Chapter 264

Chapter 264: Chapter261-The Ancient Corpse in the Majestic Mountains
After all, with the Millennial Cataclysm approaching, the Archdemon’s strength would be a tremendous asset.

Seeing the concern in Owen’s eyes, the Archdemon was deeply moved and spoke softly:

“Owen, don’t worry. My sister ventured into the Demon Abyss for a reason—she found clues to the Fate Crystal…”

Before she could finish speaking, the space around them suddenly trembled, and the Jade Dragon’s furious roar echoed faintly through the depths of the abyss, as if reverberating across time and space.

The Jade Dragon—was breaking free!

Chapter261-The Ancient Corpse in the Majestic Mountains

Deep within the Demon Abyss.

Owen led the Archdemon along the path of flowing molten magma, breaking through the fiery waves as they descended deeper into the earth’s core.

Although they were far from the surface, this place was not barren. Numerous magical plants that had never been seen in the outside world grew tenaciously here. Their leaves were tinged with yellow, and their roots were deeply embedded in the magma-streaked rock walls, appearing sturdy and resilient.

Owen sensed the growth patterns of these plants and detected a faint yet vibrant life force.

Although this energy was extremely weak, for someone like Owen, who wielded the Order of Life, it was distinct and noticeable.

As he held his breath and focused his senses, delving deeper into his investigation, he could even discern the source of this life energy.

Narrowing his eyes, he activated the light patterns of the Order of Life, which surrounded his pupils, turning his vision into a hazy monochrome.

The life force appeared as scattered dots of light, becoming denser as he moved further in.

It seemed that many of these magical plants were sustained by this potent life energy, enabling them to thrive in such a harsh environment.

“Let’s go!”

Sensing this, Owen felt a surge of excitement and immediately pulled the severely wounded Archdemon, quickening their pace.

The Archdemon’s lifespan was running out, and they couldn’t afford to waste any time.

Seeing this, the Archdemon gathered her remaining demonic energy and sped up to keep pace.

After descending this far, she could vaguely feel faint traces of demonic energy lingering in the air—very thin, but unmistakably familiar.

It was the aura of her sister, Elysia!

She was somewhere deeper within the Demon Abyss.

…

After traveling through the dark Demon Abyss for about an hour, Owen suddenly felt a sense of openness.

In front of them lay a vast, undulating underground mountain range, appearing like a twisted, colossal dragon. It was incomprehensibly massive, covered in various magical plants that emitted a faint glow, dispelling the surrounding darkness.

And at the end of the mountain range, the vibrant life force grew even more intense. Through the Order of Life, Owen caught sight of a transparent crystal radiating with abundant life energy.

Fate Crystal!

Owen’s heart skipped a beat. Just as he was about to move closer, the Archdemon seemed to sense something and abruptly grabbed him.

“Something’s wrong. There’s something strange about this mountain range!”

The Archdemon cast a suspicious gaze at the mountains, feeling an inexplicable pressure gradually permeating the air.

Taking her cue, Owen cautiously extended his mind power toward the mountains.

His current level was still far behind the Archdemon’s. Within the pervasive mist, he couldn’t probe very deeply, but he could still sense the faint oppressive aura emanating from the mountain range.

The pressure seemed to diffuse throughout every corner of this vast and endless mountain range—not overwhelmingly strong, but as vast as the ocean!

Exchanging a glance, Owen and the Archdemon saw the same solemn expression in each other’s eyes.

The Demon Abyss was indeed fraught with danger, teeming with unseen threats at every turn.

But the Fate Crystal was at the mountain range’s end. Having come this far, they had no other choice.

Owen spread his Angel Wings, attempting to carry the Archdemon over the seemingly perilous mountain range.

However, the moment he took off, the previously faint pressure abruptly intensified tenfold, pressing down on his wings until they began to deform.

The higher he ascended, the more terrifying the pressure became, as if some mysterious force forbade all creatures from taking to the skies.

Boom!

Owen was forced back down to the ground, scanning the mountain range with a grave expression, pondering a solution.

The Archdemon seemed to notice something. Pointing toward a protrusion in the distance, she dashed over, shouting, “This way! I sense my sister’s mana fluctuations there!”

Owen quickly followed.

As they moved along the trail of mana deeper into the mountains, the pervasive pressure within the range grew ever more oppressive.

Their pace gradually slowed, as if they were burdened by a mountain, their feet sinking into the ground with each step.

Soon, having reached the forefront, Owen narrowed his eyes warily, staring at a nearby valley.

Within the valley, chaotic magical energy surged, the demonic aura thick and turbulent. Amidst it all, he could faintly make out a feminine figure.

Just as Owen sensed the presence of the woman, she seemed to detect their approach. A murderous intent, sharp as a blade, suddenly surged toward them.

Owen’s brows furrowed. With just a glance, she wanted to kill him?

Just as Owen prepared to defend himself, the Archdemon stepped in front of him, crying out:

“Elysia!”

“Sister?!”

The two voices rang out almost simultaneously.

In an instant, the murderous intent dissipated entirely.

Owen looked at the woman in the valley, visibly surprised. He hadn’t expected her to be the Archdemon’s sister!

“What’s going on? Why are you so gravely injured?”

Suddenly, the Archdemon seemed to notice something, and a chilling aura burst from her. In a flash, she was about to rush to Elysia’s side.

She could clearly sense that Elysia was severely wounded, with gaping wounds on her arms and legs that bled profusely.

“Sister, don’t come any closer! The pressure here is immense! You’ll be trapped too!”

Seeing her sister about to step forward, Elysia gritted her teeth through the pain and hastily warned.

The Archdemon stopped in her tracks, immediately sensing that the pressure in that valley was indeed far greater than in other places.

She demanded, “What happened?! Weren’t you searching for the Fate Crystal? How did you get so badly injured and end up trapped here?”

Elysia sighed and was about to speak when she noticed Owen beside the Archdemon. Instantly, her gaze turned wary.

Seeing Elysia’s reaction, the Archdemon knew her sister’s cautious nature all too well. She immediately walked over, clasped Owen’s arm, and said:

“He’s Owen, my husband, and the current Demon King. You don’t need to hide anything from him.”

…?

Elysia’s jaw dropped in shock.

“Sister, didn’t you always say that no man in this world was worthy of you?”

“Why are you suddenly married?”

“And this guy looks so weak!”

Owen’s eyelid twitched. As expected, his low level was being ridiculed again.

“Owen’s strength far surpasses his level. I only made it here safely thanks to his help.”

The Archdemon looked at Elysia seriously. “Besides, weren’t you interested in the Ancient Dark Gods and the Godslayer Staff? He’s the current wielder of the Godslayer Staff.”

Elysia froze, staring at Owen in disbelief. The Godslayer Staff had been without a master for over a thousand years, and now this seemingly feeble man was its owner?

Even coming from her sister, it sounded utterly surreal.