[Third Person's POV]
"Free my mother immediately, you intruder!" he commanded, his voice resonating with authority and a fierce protectiveness that only a devoted son could possess. The room fell into a tense silence, everyone watching intently.
Goddess Parvati wanting to defuse the tension was about to raise her hand but Lord Shiva subtly shook his head as if he wanted to see how things would unfold. Karna who saw that exchange got in the character, with a smirk on his face.
"What would you do if I didn't free her?" Karna challenged his tone calm but laced with underlying steel. He met the young man's gaze steadily, showing no sign of intimidation.
The room remained silent, the tension palpable as the young man tightened his grip on the spear, his eyes narrowing in determination.
"Then don't blame me for taking your life right this instant," Right after saying that his figure blurred with such speed like an arrow from the bowstring, his spear aimed directly at Karna's heart. The onlookers gasped, their eyes widening in alarm at the sudden burst of aggression.
Karna's reflexes were swift. With a fluid motion, he sidestepped the incoming spear, feeling the rush of air as it grazed past him. The spear struck the ground behind him with a resounding thud, embedding itself deeply into the crystalline floor of the celestial chamber.
The young man landed gracefully, his eyes blazing with a mixture of determination and frustration. He quickly retrieved his spear, preparing for another strike. Karna, however, remained calm, his stance relaxed but ready, a slight smile playing on his lips.
"Impressive speed," Karna remarked, his voice steady. "But you'll need more than that to defeat me."
"I wasn't even serious in that attack, but now you have provoked me. Prepare yourself!" the young man declared, his grip tightening on the spear.
"Can you please move aside for a minute," Karna said in Goddess Parvati's ear away from the young man's ear, his tone soft but insistent. Goddess Parvati, sensing the gravity of the situation, nodded and moved slightly to the side, giving Karna the space he needed.
Karna took a deep breath, his eyes focusing intently on the young man. The celestial chamber seemed to hold its breath as the two prepared for the next phase of their confrontation.
"You seem to be a formidable opponent," Karna said, his voice carrying a hint of admiration. "So let me use a weapon too."
He muttered under his breath, "Divine Axe Rhitta~"
A massive one-handed golden axe materialized in Karna's hand, gleaming with an otherworldly brilliance. The celestial light seemed to dance off its surface, casting intricate shadows on the floor of the chamber.
The young man's eyes widened in surprise and a flicker of apprehension crossed his face as he took in the sheer magnitude of the weapon before him.
Karna's expression remained calm and focused as he hefted the Divine Axe Rhitta, its weight seemingly effortless in his grasp. The room's tension heightened with the introduction of such a formidable weapon.
"Impressive," the young man said, his voice tinged with respect despite his unease. "A weapon of such divine power—"
"—demands a worthy adversary," Karna finished for him, his gaze unwavering. "If we are to clash, let it be with the full measure of our strength. I do not wish to fight in vain."
The young man tightened his grip on his spear, his resolve hardening. He understood the gravity of the situation; this was no ordinary opponent. Karna's display of divine power was a clear sign that the stakes were high.
"Very well," the young man said, his tone resolute. "I will not hold back."
"My name is Kartikeya, The commander of the army of Devas and this is my divine weapon called Vel, the Spear of Celestial Authority. Now that you've shown your hand, I shall use mine," Kartikeya declared, his voice imbued with a commanding presence. He raised his spear, which shimmered with divine energy, the celestial power surrounding it amplifying its formidability.
Karna nodded, acknowledging the introduction with a respectful tilt of his head. "A pleasure to meet you, Kartikeya. I shall not underestimate you."
As the two prepared for combat, the atmosphere in the celestial chamber grew heavy with anticipation. The room's residents watched with bated breath, their gazes shifting between the two combatants as they readied themselves for the impending clash.
Kartikeya launched forward with astonishing speed, his spear moving with a fluid grace that belied its weight. He aimed a precise thrust at Karna, the spear's tip glowing with divine energy. Karna met the attack with his axe, deflecting the spear with a practiced ease that showcased his own skill and experience.
The clash of divine energies resonated through the chamber, sending ripples of power that seemed to shake the very fabric of the space. Each strike, parry, and counter was executed with such precision that it was clear both combatants were masters of their respective arts.
"Y-You! You have War divinity, But how is that possible? Only me and Devraj Indra have that power!" Kartikeya exclaimed, his eyes widening with shock and curiosity.
The clash between his spear and Karna's axe sent ripples of divine energy through the chamber, and the sheer intensity of their combat created a breathtaking spectacle.
Karna, momentarily pausing to absorb the weight of Kartikeya's words, met his gaze steadily. "War divinity is not exclusive to just one or two beings," Karna replied calmly. "The divine realms are vast and filled with diverse powers. I have my own unique journey and sources of strength."
Kartikeya's expression shifted from surprise to determination. "Then show me the full extent of your power, y-you- You haven't introduced yourself yet."
Karna's calm demeanor did not waver as he raised the Divine Axe Rhitta, its golden surface catching the light and casting shimmering patterns across the celestial chamber. He met Kartikeya's intense gaze with a steady, almost serene expression.
"You have to defeat me to know that," Karna said, his voice carrying an undercurrent of challenge.
"Such arrogance! I will not only defeat you but prove to you why I am the rightful commander of the Devas' army!" Kartikeya declared, his voice echoing with the weight of his divine authority. His eyes burned with a fierce determination as he prepared for another strike.
With a swift motion, Kartikeya lunged forward, his spear slicing through the air with a flash of celestial light. Karna met the attack head-on, swinging the Divine Axe Rhitta with a fluid, controlled motion.
The two divine forces clashed again, creating a wave of energy that rippled through the chamber, causing the onlookers to brace themselves against the force of the impact.
"It is getting boring, let's up the game a notch," Karna declared, his voice carrying an edge of excitement as he shifted his stance. He muttered another incantation under his breath, and the Divine Axe Rhitta began to glow with an even more intense light.
"Cruel Sun~"
At the tip of the axe, A miniature sun started to form as Karna chanted the spell, its radiance growing brighter with each passing moment.
The miniature sun, perched at the tip of the Divine Axe Rhitta, cast a blinding glow that filled the chamber with an intense, golden light. The sheer power of the spell was palpable, and Kartikeya's eyes widened in awe and apprehension.
Kartikeya adjusted his stance, his divine spear crackling with celestial energy as he prepared to counter the new threat. The atmosphere around them seemed to shimmer and distort under the immense pressure of the converging forces.
"Impressive," Kartikeya acknowledged, his voice filled with a mix of respect and determination. "But I will not falter!"
A blinding light started to emit from the spear as Kartikeya focused his divine energy on his weapon. The Celestial Spear, Vel, began to radiate with a brilliant aura, its power surging in response to Karna's attack. The chamber was now a battlefield of light and divine energy, each combatant drawing upon their immense strength.
Karna, sensing the escalation, tightened his grip on the Divine Axe Rhitta. The miniature sun at its tip grew ever brighter, its light mingling with the divine brilliance of Kartikeya's spear. The air crackled with tension, the celestial chamber resonating with the raw power of their confrontation.
Kartikeya unleashed a powerful thrust with his spear, the divine light extending in a piercing beam toward Karna. The attack was swift and precise, aimed to break through Karna's defense. Karna responded by swinging the Divine Axe Rhitta in a wide arc, the miniature sun at its tip creating a barrier of radiant energy.
The clash of divine forces was deafening. The beam from Kartikeya's spear collided with the barrier of light from the Divine Axe Rhitta, creating a spectacular explosion of energy that illuminated the chamber.
The onlookers shielded their eyes from the intense brilliance, the force of the impact sending ripples through the very fabric of the celestial space.
Kartikeya, eyes narrowed with determination, pressed forward, his spear moving with fluid precision. He aimed for weak points in Karna's defense, hoping to find an opening.
Karna, however, matched his every move, his axe moving with an almost effortless grace. The two divine warriors were locked in a high-stakes dance of power and skill, each trying to outmaneuver the other.
"It is fun on all but I am ending this now," Karna said as Rhitta started to glow with each swing. The miniature sun at the tip of the Divine Axe Rhitta intensified, its brilliance growing to a blinding radiance.
The air around the two combatants shimmered with heat and energy, the pressure from their clash causing the very fabric of the celestial chamber to tremble.
Kartikeya's eyes widened as he sensed the overwhelming power building up in Karna's weapon. The sheer magnitude of the attack made him reconsider his approach.
Nevertheless, his resolve remained unshaken. He raised his spear high, channeling the full extent of his divine energy into a final, decisive strike.
The chamber was filled with a crescendo of divine light and sound as Kartikeya's spear and Karna's axe came together in a cataclysmic clash.
The convergence of their energies created a shockwave that rippled outward, shaking the walls and sending waves of light cascading through the chamber.
Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva watched with a mixture of concern and fascination, their divine presence enveloping the scene with an aura of tranquility amidst the chaos. They knew that this clash was not merely a battle of strength but a test of resolve and understanding.
As the blinding light began to subside, the figures of Kartikeya and Karna emerged from the brilliance. Kartikeya was breathing heavily, his expression reflecting the toll of the intense combat. The chamber was now filled with a palpable silence, the once fierce clash having settled into a moment of uneasy calm.
Kartikeya, though visibly exhausted, maintained his stance. His spear was still glowing with divine energy, and his eyes remained locked on Karna. "You are indeed a formidable opponent," he admitted, his voice carrying a tone of grudging respect. "I have not faced such power in a long time, But how can you still stand and not be exhausted like me."
"Well, I am just built differently. Anyway, I will give you one last chance, Attack with everything you got and I will not even defend it," Kartikeya, though winded from the intense battle, took a deep breath.
He could sense Karna's unwavering confidence and the divine power radiating from him. The challenge laid before him was both a test and an opportunity to prove his own strength.
"Very well," Kartikeya said, his voice resolute. "If you truly believe you can withstand my full might, then I will oblige."
He adjusted his grip on Vel, the Spear of Celestial Authority. The divine energy coursing through him intensified, his aura flaring with renewed vigor. The celestial chamber seemed to hold its breath as Kartikeya prepared for his final assault.
With a determined shout, Kartikeya launched into a powerful series of thrusts and sweeps with his spear. Each motion was executed with precision and grace, the divine energy enhancing the spear's already formidable power. The air around the chamber crackled with the intensity of his attack, a testament to his skill and divine authority.