Many birds flew away from the forest to the south. Numerous trees were snapped in half or uprooted. In the midst of all this destruction, three men were battling.
How can he be so strong, even with our soul weapons released? He's still fighting against us with his bare hands. John spoke in his mind.
Suddenly Luke shouted, "Meteorite smash!". He raised his saber and brought it downwards. Visages of meteorites appeared behind him. The golden glow covering the saber shone brighter.
Uncle was hit, and he staggered backwards. He then smiled at them. Is that all you got, he said. His eyes were burning with the desire for battle.
Luke ground his teeth in anger, and he shouted out aloud, "Golden armor," clearly another skill.
An illusory golden armor covered his body. John, seeing this, also released a skill of his own. His aura grew twice as strong as before. They both rushed at Uncle again.
This time, John's punches were fiercer, each one carrying power that was at least twice as strong as before.
As he kept fighting, his bloodthirsty aura kept growing stronger. Uncle was finding it hard to dodge his blows, unlike before.
While Uncle's hits were not as affecting on Luke again. The armor that covered his body kept blocking the attack.
He could also feel that the armor was absorbing his attack and using it to fuel Luke's energy. As expected of two top generals. He smiled; he also increased the pace at which he attacked, intending to give it his all.
Seeing that his attacks were no longer having an effect. John shouted," Power stack times six". He was going all out. This was his attribute, power stacking. His aura increased again. This time, it was more than double his power.
He grew taller by at least three feet. His attack was even more fierce. His every punch carried power that was many times above his previous one.
Even though John had grown taller, this didn't affect Luke. Their teamwork was quite good, with the way they were attacking, Uncle had little chance to breathe.
Just then, a portal appeared in the sky above Uncle's house. An old man stepped out of it. Uncle, seeing this, got anxious.
I have to end this quickly. Uncle thought in his mind.
Luckily for him, when John and Luke saw the man in the sky, they both stopped fighting. They all looked at each other for a few seconds, then they left.
***
Meanwhile, back at the house. Grandpa looked up and said softly. Another unwelcome guest.
The old man looked at grandpa and sighed. Augustus, so you're still alive. Why are you hiding in this secret realm?
Donald, I don't know when my well-being became your business. Grandpa replied with a calm expression on his face.
Augustus, you don't have to be on guard against me. I'm not here to cause you any trouble. I still remember what happened 18 years ago. The old man said sheepishly.
He continued. Give us what we want, and we'll go. He looked towards the direction where uncle and the two military men were coming from, and said softly. You already lost one son, I'm sure you don't want to lose the other one.
Grandpa scoffed when he heard that.
Like I said before, I'm not here to cause trouble. But that's if you cooperate. You're no longer the Augustus of before. You're just a shadow of your former self now. He said while using his aura to pressure Grandpa.
Ha-ha, grandpa chuckled softly, How far I've fallen. Now, even you dare to look down on me. I've nothing here with me. If you're not satisfied with my answer, you may take a look around. If you see anything that interests you, you're free to take it.
Father, are you okay, Uncle said after reaching here. I'm alright, son. Grandpa said.
Commander John and Luke saluted upon seeing the old man. Donald looked at them, he sized them up and spoke. How did someone whose soul card was destroyed put both of you in this position?
They were astounded. The person they were fighting didn't have a soul card anymore, yet he was able to deal so much damage to them. Was he a seventh-phase or eighth-phase powerhouse in the past? No wonder he didn't release his card during their fight.
Can't you speak? Donald shouted at them. You'll face punishment when we get back. He said and looked away from them.
I don't have any more time for this crap. Give me the divine card, and I'll give you a peaceful death.
Same here, I'm tired of playing with you. It's time to leave, son, let's go. Grandpa said. He turned around and looked at his uncle.
Augustus, are you kidding me? Where do you think you are going? Do you think you can leave? Donald shouted in anger.
You can try to stop me, grandpa smiled. He looked towards his uncle, he shook his head and said, It's time, let's go. Uncle smiled. In his hand, a black card appeared, which he crushed. After the card was crushed, a portal started to form in front of them.
Are you looking down on me right now, Augustus? Donald raged, seeing that the two of them were ignoring him. He raised his hand towards their direction and spoke. "Space lock".
To his surprise, nothing happened to the two. Instead, a force from above slammed his body to the ground. He knelt on the ground with one of his feet and tried to resist the pressure.
Foolish old man, people at your level can't act arrogantly here. The secret realm doesn't allow it. Grandpa said while laughing. You'll stay like that for a while.
John and Luke, seeing this, were stunned and didn't know what to do.
Luke suddenly shouted out, Old man, stop what you're doing now, or the next time we catch you, you won't be able to escape.
The portal had formed by now, as grandpa and uncle were about to go. Grandpa stopped and looked towards the two soldiers. Specifically, Luke.
Young man, you should learn to show your elders respect. In your next life you've to be more careful. Grandpa said to Luke.
While the two were wondering what he meant by the next life. Grandpa pointed his finger at Luke, a ray of light shot out of his finger and whizzed towards Luke's head.
Boom, blood and brain splashed all over John's face. He stood them in fear, not daring to move, afraid he would be next.
Donald looked at this, and his eyes widened. He grinned his teeth in anger and spoke heavily, with labored breath. You said people of our level can't act in this realm.
Grandpa smiled. He stared at Donald and looked at him in disdain. What makes you think we're in the same realm? He said arrogantly. Then he turned around and stepped into the portal. Uncle followed him, and soon, both of them were gone; the portal disappeared soon after.