Chapter 10: The Throne of Darkness
Deep within the Demon Kingdom, atop a barren wasteland of flowing lava and volcanic mountains spewing black smoke into the skies, stood Malakar Fortress. This towering structure loomed in the center of a hellish landscape, surrounded by jagged walls and rivers of magma, serving as a stark warning to any who dared to approach.
In the dark throne room, adorned with colossal pillars and ancient demonic statues, sat the feared ruler of the realm—Ravok, the Demon King. His terrifying form was massive, with black-scaled skin, towering curved horns, and glowing red eyes brimming with hatred. In his hand, he wielded a massive sword that pulsed as though alive, teeming with dark energy.
Ravok sat in silence, his presence alone enough to make the air heavy and oppressive. Before him, his generals gathered, each reporting the latest developments in their war against humanity.
"The humans are beginning to resist," came the raspy voice of one general, Zareth, a demon with bat-like wings, crimson skin, and razor-sharp claws. "Our forces at the Sanctum Resonance were annihilated by a group of rebels."
Ravok remained motionless. Only his eyes narrowed, sending a wave of unease through the room. "Who is responsible for this failure?" his voice rumbled, like a storm shaking the very foundations of the fortress.
"The force was led by Gravon, Your Majesty," answered another general, Morvina, a demoness with hair resembling writhing snakes and a sinister, predatory smile. "But they encountered a human boy with control over water and a few allies from the elves."
"Water..." Ravok murmured, his voice barely a whisper, yet powerful enough to silence the room. "A rare gift in this world. That boy must be connected to the old prophecy."
At these words, the assembled generals broke into hushed whispers, speculating on the possibility that this human could pose a true threat to Ravok's reign.
"Enough!" Ravok roared, his voice silencing all chatter. "Humans have forgotten their place. They need a reminder of who rules this world."
He turned his fiery gaze toward one of his generals, a towering wolf-like demon named Korvak, whose black, metallic fur gleamed ominously. "Korvak, you will lead a grand force to the city of Lyvaris. Destroy it. Burn every house, every tree, and erase their name from history."
"With pleasure, Your Majesty," Korvak growled, his deep voice rumbling like thunder.
Ravok then turned to Morvina. "You will hunt down this boy. Find him. Bring him to me alive if possible. If he resists, ensure that nothing of him remains."
"As you command, my king," Morvina replied, her wicked grin widening.
However, one of the generals, Azkaran, known as the "Demon Strategist," stepped forward. Unlike the others, Azkaran was smaller in stature but renowned for his razor-sharp intellect, making him both respected and feared.
"Forgive my boldness, Your Majesty, but I believe we should not underestimate this boy," Azkaran said in a calm, measured tone. "If he truly ties into the prophecy, simply destroying him may not be enough. We must understand what he represents and who supports him."
Ravok's piercing gaze fell on Azkaran, though he said nothing. He respected the strategist's intelligence, despite it often clashing with his own brutal instincts.
"What do you propose, Azkaran?"
"I propose we use the boy to our advantage. Let him become a tool to draw out any hidden allies among the humans and elves. Then, we crush them all in one decisive blow."
A thin, dangerous smile spread across Ravok's face, one that offered no comfort. It was the smile of a king who had just envisioned a new way to bring suffering to the world.
"An intriguing plan. You have my permission to proceed, Azkaran. But remember—failure is not an option."
"I do not fail, Your Majesty," Azkaran replied, bowing deeply before stepping back into line.
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The Secret Mission Behind the Throne
As the generals began to leave the chamber to prepare their missions, Morvina approached Azkaran.
"So, do you truly believe in this prophecy?" she asked, her tone laced with mockery.
"Belief is irrelevant," Azkaran replied, his eyes sharp and calculating. "What matters is using every opportunity to secure our victory. And the boy? He's the key to unlocking all the doors."
Meanwhile, Ravok rose from his throne, striding toward a massive balcony overlooking the Demon Kingdom. He gazed out at the vast legions of demons preparing for war—thousands of dark creatures armed to the teeth, their war cries echoing through the air.
"My time has come," Ravok said to himself, his voice filled with absolute conviction. "I will destroy the worlds of humans and elves. And when all bow beneath my feet, I will be the ruler of everything."
Yet, behind his confident smile, a flicker of something stirred within him—something he refused to acknowledge: curiosity. Who was this boy? And was the prophecy real?
At the same time, far away in the human world, Adam and his companions continued their journey, unaware that every step they took was being watched by demon spies. The cunning generals and their ruthless plans now targeted them, making the world an even more perilous place.
The battle against Ravok would not only test their physical strength but also their resolve, strategy, and the secrets that could shake the very foundation of their quest.