Chapter 187: The Princes Provoked
Area of the Thirteenth Prince.
"It's visibly growing larger," Hanzo remarked with a grave expression as he observed the Nen beast behind the Thirteenth Prince.
Beside him, Bisky nodded slightly and said, "It was originally a dragon that soared gracefully through the air. Who would have thought it would become so ferocious and grow to such an enormous size?"
"The death of the Eighth Prince seems to have accelerated its transformation. The spikes on its body surface highlight its defensive instincts. This shows that anxiety, fear, stress, and psychological trauma have a very noticeable impact on Nen beasts," Hanzo added.
Unbeknownst to them, something even more astonishing was quietly unfolding within this room.
The death of the Eighth Prince had jolted every prince, reminding them of the perilous situation they were in.
Like a stress response, each prince began to take action.
Tap.
In the corridor of the First Prince's area, the private soldier Musse looked up at the sound. When he saw who had arrived, a flicker of surprise crossed his eyes.
The visitor was none other than the Second Prince, Camilla, and she had come alone.
"Second Prince?! If there is something you need, I can assist you—"
Before Musse could finish, the Second Prince interrupted him imperiously, "I'm going to kill the First Prince right now. Either assist me or die here."
Musse was utterly bewildered by the Second Prince's behavior. For a moment, his mind couldn't process it—had the Second Prince lost her mind? Such an act was tantamount to suicide.
The Second Prince, Camilla, continued, "Choose whichever you prefer. I'm being quite gentle, aren't I?"
Only then did Musse realize she wasn't joking. He immediately drew his pistol and said sternly, "Second Prince, this is not something that can be dismissed as a joke."
Without hesitation, Musse raised his gun and aimed it squarely at Camilla.
"Second Prince, I am arresting you on charges of plotting to assassinate the First Prince. Our conversation has been recorded. If you take another step closer, I will open fire."
Camilla completely ignored the threat, acting with unshakable confidence as she continued to advance toward him, all the while taunting, "Oh? Then go ahead." Her expression practically dared him to shoot.
Camilla's reaction was entirely beyond Musse's expectations.
"Prince! Stop right there! I do not wish to shoot you!!" Musse shouted loudly.
Simultaneously, he began analyzing the Second Prince's abilities.
It had to be said, the First Prince's private soldiers were truly the elite of the Kakin Kingdom's military, each possessing exceptional overall capabilities.
Damn, is this woman a counter-type?
She had used Zetsu to conceal her aura—proof that she was a Nen user. By reducing her defense to zero and maximizing risk, she aimed to amplify the power of her counterattack.
Under the effect of Zetsu, her Guardian Spirit Beast, which fed on her aura, would not manifest. It seemed she had considerable confidence in her abilities.
Fine! In that case, I'll play along!
If I can take her life, that's a perfect score. Even if I only manage to uncover the Second Prince's abilities, it's still a ninety percent success!
All these thoughts flashed through his mind in an instant.
"My apologies!" At the same moment, Musse pulled the trigger aimed at the Second Prince.
Two bullets struck the Second Prince's forehead and heart respectively.
Crimson blood splattered out.
The Second Prince collapsed to the ground.
"She... is dead?!" Musse looked at Camilla lying lifeless in a pool of blood, a puzzled expression on his face. "No, I can't let my guard down yet! I must first fulfill the activation conditions of my ability."
As he spoke, Musse crouched down and placed his hand on Camilla's body. Just then, a massive black shadow suddenly appeared before him.
Sensing the presence behind him, Musse sharply turned his head.
Two enormous hands clapped together toward him. He had no time to react before being crushed into pulp.
What had suddenly appeared behind this private soldier of the First Prince was a giant black Doraemon.
This was precisely the Second Prince's Nen Ability—Cat's Name.
Triggered upon the host's death, it uses the attacker's life to resurrect the host.
After the Cat's Name completely absorbed the life energy of this private soldier of the First Prince, it dripped the life-energy-filled liquid into Camilla's mouth through its tail.
And thus, the previously deceased Camilla miraculously revived.
Camilla looked up at the Cat's Name, her eyes filled with pride, and said, "Good child, I'm back..."
I don't need any Guardian Spirit Beast, after all, I already have it.
Post-mortem Nen, thus powerful!
Resurrection power, therefore invincible!
After dealing with Musse, Camilla picked up the gun from the ground and continued striding toward the house where the First Prince Benjamin was located.
Upon reaching the entrance, she encountered the second wave of the First Prince's private soldiers.
"Prince, halt!"
"If you come any closer, I'll open fire!"
Sensing the murderous aura emanating from Camilla, the private soldier didn't dare be careless and immediately drew his gun, aiming it at her.
"I am Benjamin. Don't shoot, let Camilla in."
As both sides stood poised for conflict, at the critical moment, the First Prince's voice rang out.
"But the Second Prince is armed—this is too dangerous!" the guard protested.
Inside the room, Benjamin spoke into his intercom in a deep voice, "It's fine. Just don't attack her."
"Yes, sir."
The guard who received Benjamin's order was about to escort Camilla inside when—
Bang! Bang!
Two gunshots rang out.
Without any warning, Camilla had fired directly at the other party.
But the expected outcome didn't occur.
At the critical moment, this private soldier of the First Prince dodged the vital spots while using Nen to protect his body.
"Wow, as expected of a Nen user. I clearly aimed between your eyebrows—your reflexes are quite impressive," Camilla said, looking at him. Then she continued, "You don't seem very pleased. Why don't you just shoot me instead?"
No matter how furious this private soldier felt inside, the First Prince's commands were paramount in his eyes.
Suppressing his anger, he ushered Camilla inside.
In the room, the First Prince Benjamin sat imposingly on his throne, awaiting his sister.
"Coming alone to the enemy's camp? Such courage deserves praise," Benjamin said to Camilla in a condescending tone. "But your patience is severely lacking—far from what qualifies as royal caliber."
"I have no idea what you're talking about. I'm merely pursuing a suspect of attempted murder. Now that you know, hand the person over immediately," Camilla spoke.
"I don't have time for your circus act. Seize her," the Crown Prince said, looking at Camilla with a pitying expression as if he had seen through all her pretenses.