Chapter 420 Humanity's "Mortal Enemy"
Chapter 420 Humanity's "Mortal Enemy"
Chapter 420 Humanity's "Mortal Enemy"
"Human mages from four hundred years ago already possessed the power to slay dragons?"
"Appearing and disappearing so suddenly, it's really strange no matter how you look at it, isn't it? Why would they do that?"
"Acnologia's true form is actually a Dragon Slayer Mage—"
"So, regardless of the reason, all the dragons buried here died at the hands of humans?"
From Kirkonis, the group learned the whole story, or rather, the ins and outs of two separate events.
The cruel and shocking history left them deeply disturbed for a long time.
"As a powerful race that dominated everything, they ultimately perished at the hands of weak humans who were meant to be their food."
Kirkonis couldn't help but laugh at himself, "Looking back now, it's really ridiculous."
Since this was two Wendy using the ultimate technique, Heavenly River, simultaneously, it lasted longer.
"If you had the chance to go back in time, what would you do?" Chase asked.
"Is that even a question? Of course—"
Kirkonis was taken aback at first, then clenched his claws, baring his teeth in a ferocious expression. "Slaughter all of humanity!"
"In that case, we have nothing to talk about."
Chase flicked a magic card from his fingertip. "However, I still want to thank you for clearing up my doubts."
"Hey! Chase, wait—"
Just as Natsu was about to stop it, the erupting whirlwind crushed the starlight along with Gilgamesh's soul into dust.
A cold wind blew from the end of the cave, and the surrounding environment became dark and silent again, as if nothing had happened.
"How could this happen?" The kind-hearted Wendy slumped to the ground, powerless. Erza stepped forward, patted her shoulder, and comforted her in a deep voice, "Wendy, we can't coexist with those dangerous guys."
Kirkonis, Igniel, and Grandine hold diametrically opposed views, seeing humans as food and resolutely opposing coexistence with them.
It may be difficult to judge right and wrong from the perspective of dragons, but for humans, they are undoubtedly "mortal enemies"!
The conflict between these species was irreconcilable, and indeed it was—including Gilconis, the ten thousand dragons that emerged from the Eclipse Gate destroyed the world of the future Lucy storyline.
The entire Kingdom of Fiore and even the entire continent are engulfed in war, with less than one in ten humans surviving!
Having probably realized this cruel reality, Natsu and Gajeel, who regarded the dragon as "family," stopped arguing and just clenched their fists tightly.
Even after leaving the Dragon Graveyard, their expressions remained grim, and they unusually expressed a desire for some quiet time.
So the group parted ways. Lucy, Grayhabi, and Natsu returned to Team A's hotel, while Riki accompanied Gajeel back to Team B's hotel.
Chase, Mira, and Erza walked back to the tavern.
Such important information naturally needed to be reported to the old man.
"Hearing about something like this all of a sudden, Natsu and the others who always talk about Ignir, hopefully they won't have any problems?"
Mira broke the silence first, her voice filled with worry.
"Don't worry, those guys aren't that weak-willed," Chase laughed.
"That's true. After all, Gilkonis's words confirm that Igniel and the others are on the side of humans." Mira nodded in agreement.
"Compared to this"
Erza glanced at the bustling and peaceful streets around her, her expression grave. "Those powerful mages who suddenly appeared are actually more concerning."
Acnologia, a human capable of slaying dragons, has a presence in every world, yet none of them left any trace in the "future" four hundred years later!
"Could it be a god-slaying mage from the divine realm?" Mira speculated.
Humans from the mysterious and unpredictable realm of gods are indeed the most reasonable candidates, as they simultaneously possess the characteristics of fighting dragons and "suddenly disappearing."
"No, if I'm not mistaken—"
After a brief pause, Chase said, "It's most likely us."
Inspired by Xia Lulu's vision of the future, he came up with a strategy that would both prevent the capital from being drawn into the war and allow him to fight freely and unleash his full potential.
That's right, it's about going through the Gate of Eclipse to fight your way back to the Dragon Age four hundred years ago!
He had previously worried about the potential irreversible effects of this method, but Kirkonis's words directly validated its feasibility.
And the final result it points to!
"Huh? Me, us?!"
Mira and Erza, both frozen in place, found themselves in the "future," but in the "past," they had vanquished a large number of dragons.
If they didn't have absolute trust in Chase, the two of them would have even suspected that he had some kind of mental problem.
Seeing their confused expressions, Chase looked at Erza: "Erza, do you remember when Mira and Jenny were fighting in this world yesterday, when I left?"
"Hmm." Erza nodded belatedly.
Chase said she had something to take care of, but afterwards she was so focused on their first date that she forgot about it.
"At that time, I discovered that Lucy was being targeted by some sneaky guys, and then I met Princess Emerald of the Kingdom of Fiore."
After gathering his thoughts, Chess briefly explained the true purpose of the Eclipse Gate and the Fiore royal family's hosting of the Grand Magic Games.
"The forbidden black magic of time travel, the Gate of Eclipse—I never imagined such a thing existed in the world."
Erza stared wide-eyed in utter shock, her breathing becoming rapid.
"So, Chase, you want to run through the Eclipse Gate to fight the dragons?" Mira frowned.
"This is a rare opportunity. After all, we might encounter monsters like the Flame God Dragon Igunia in the future."
"No, that's too dangerous!"
Erza instinctively gripped Chess's clothes, and Mira's eyes were also full of worry.
The scene of Ches burning his life force to fight against Ankhseram on Sirius Island is still vivid in my mind.
They really didn't want to, and dared not, experience that despair of feeling ice-cold all over and going blank with their minds again!
"Don't worry, this time is completely different from that time. I'm absolutely confident."
Chase patiently explained, "Besides, isn't the existence of the Dragon's Tomb the best proof?"
Even so, there's no way to guarantee—
Mira and Erza tried to persuade them, but Chase took the initiative and pulled them into his arms.
"It is precisely to prevent a repeat of the crisis on Sirius Island that we must seize every possible opportunity to become stronger, strong enough to protect you no matter what kind of enemy we face."
"So, in situations like this, all you need to do is firmly support your boyfriend's decision!"
Mira and Erza felt much more at ease knowing that his strong and broad-minded nature had put their minds at ease.
"...He really is a domineering and willful guy."
"This time, I'm fighting alongside Chase!"
Having said all that, they naturally wouldn't utter any more words of objection, their beautiful eyes flashing with a fervent and unwavering fighting spirit.
The burden of protecting their companions shouldn't fall on Chase alone; they also want to become stronger!
"Of course, let those evil dragons from four hundred years ago—"
Chase slowly released the two, clenching his fists with excitement. "Let's see the power of the three of us!"
"Who, who, who, who and you, the three of you!" Erza's face instantly turned bright red, and she was radiating heat.
"Oh dear, if Erza minds, then I'll give Chess to you."
Mira boldly linked her arm with Chase's and pressed herself against him affectionately.
"No way!"
Erza didn't notice the shyness hidden by her white hair, and hurriedly hugged the other side.
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