The magic cards I made are absolutely flawless!

In some ways, he was even the man closest to God.

The curse of misfortune that he carries often interacts with the Shadow World, just as his entire being can influence the selection of the Shadow World.

After some discussion, everyone gradually came to understand the situation.

But then, everyone's expressions quickly turned strange again.

When Mia and Clay, who are most capable of fighting alone, enter the Shadow World one after another.

They were all rejected by this void gate.

This time, the world of shadows will not accept their participation!

Even Morion, at the sixth rank, was hesitant to attempt the Shadow World triggered by Chloeux, at the seventh rank, alone.

Even if someone goes in alone, there's no guarantee he'll be able to pass through smoothly.

Dekan was even more hesitant to let Cornelia try. If she wasn't with Dekan, Cornelia wasn't really suited to challenge the Shadow World's players who were above her level, unless she could reach the eighth or even ninth level in the future, in which case she could just punch through any mechanism.

"How about this, I'll try to see if I can enter this shadow world."

As he spoke, Dekan approached the Void Gate.

If the world of shadows is left unattended, it will bring about disaster.

However, Dekan was very uneasy about sending Chloex, who had no offensive capabilities, to take the risk of fighting a Shadow World of at least the eighth rank alone.

Before being forced to let Chloex touch the Void Gate, Dekan decided to give it a try first.

At this point, Dekan suddenly felt quite regretful.

If Chloex didn't have that terrible "damage healing" blessing, his combat power would be immeasurable.

Even though Chloix is ​​only at the seventh rank now, with his monstrous magical power and his ultimate talent for controlling magic, he is even comparable to an eighth-rank mage.

If Chloix were to reach the ninth rank one day, he would probably be the strongest mage in a thousand years.

Unfortunately, all of Chloeux's fighting abilities were erased by this divine blessing.

Forced to become the ultimate healer.

"Sigh, I really don't know which of the blessings you have are actually good things and which are actually bad things."

Dekan stood before the Void Gate, turning back with a wry smile to tease Chloex.

Chloeux shook his head with a wry smile as well.

Before he met Dekan, the blessings and curses surrounding him had already caused him immense suffering.

However, in the very next second, the moment Dekan touched the Void Gate.

Not only was there no resistance, but it was as if an irresistible force was drawing Dekan in!

At the same time, the Void Gate also seemed to be showing signs of disappearing.

It gradually shrank, and the dark blue color gradually became transparent!

What should have been Chloeux's shadow world has now become Dekan's solo challenge!

"Dekan!"

Amidst shouts, the other companions tried at the last moment to see if they could force their way into the shadow world and fight alongside Dekan.

However, without exception, they were all rejected.

Even Chloeux can no longer enter.

All indications suggest that this Void Gate is very likely a single-player world.

But for some reason, the triggerer is Chloeux, while the challenger seems to be either Chloeux or Dekan.

Of everyone, Cornelia and Nyanko-sensei's expressions gradually became the most uneasy, even somewhat panicked.

"It shouldn't be a big problem. The shadow world triggered by Chloix should be of the eighth rank. An eighth-rank shadow world is no problem for Dekan at all."

Seeing Cornelia and Cat Teacher's anxious expressions, Morion quickly explained.

"……Yes."

Clay was about to say something, but seeing Morion's reaction and Cornelia's expression, he stopped himself.

By simply agreeing with Morion's explanation, Cornelia was able to put her mind at ease.

In fact, Morion and Clay both knew this.

If this Shadow World is not an ordinary Shadow World, but rather the final chapter of the Holy Kingdom...

Then the final enemy will probably be the Chaos God.

If there is a final, powerful enemy of the level of a Chaos God, the Shadow World will likely be at the ninth rank!

After some discussion, Cornelia and Nyanko-sensei gradually felt relieved.

So they all went home.

Once Dekan finishes his challenge in the Shadow World and returns from the original entrance, Chloeux will naturally notify everyone immediately.

Only Klay and Mier, who were traveling the same way, were heading back towards the Happy Group.

Clay glanced at Mier, whose expression, as expected, was not good.

Although she maintained a calm expression while comforting Cornelia.

But in reality, Mier is probably the person with the clearest understanding of the dangers of the ninth-order shadow world.

In the current history of humankind, only a handful of ninth-order shadow worlds have been recorded.

And the most well-known one is—

The Saron Empire suffered a natural disaster caused by the failure of the Ninth Order Shadow World, resulting in the destruction of four provinces and the loss of a full third of its population.

As for the other ninth-tier shadow worlds, even if you complete them...

This would also lead to the near extinction of half of the current ninth-tier powerhouses!

The Ninth-Order Shadow World is a symbol that truly approaches the apocalyptic catastrophe.

Each one is an unavoidable calamity for the present world.

If Dekan has indeed entered a ninth-order shadow world, no matter how strong Dekan is, the others will have to worry.

"It's a pity, this bet can only be fulfilled when Dekan returns."

Clay said, holding the back of his head, as if taking a leisurely stroll.

It seems they wanted to shift the topic to something lighter.

However, Mier remained silent, and her mood still seemed heavy.

"On the bright side, if it's the final chapter of the Holy Kingdom, even a single ninth-tier shadow world wouldn't be a big problem. Even without us, there were Lenn, Morpes, and Ray to help him back then."

Clay finally sighed.

Of course he understands how everyone feels.

"Clay, Delois is an immortal being, right?"

Mier stopped in his tracks, no longer hiding his worried expression, and asked Clay beside him.

"..."

Clay remained silent this time.

This occurred after the fifth Shadow World, the Throne of Snow and Thorns.

Many years have probably passed between the Holy Kingdom and the Demon Realm.

Unlike the demon Delois, who has a long lifespan.

Delois's other companions ultimately only had, in Delois's eyes, a short human life.

If the timeline of the final chapter of the Holy Kingdom is too far removed from the [Throne of Wind and Thorns].

Then it's very likely that Dekan's companions are all gone.

Even if we look on the bright side, the time gap isn't that long.

However, Krois's strongest partner, Lenn, was already 49 years old in the previous Shadow World timeline.

If several decades had passed...

Even if Lenn were still alive, he would be a hero past his prime.

Morpers and Ray, who are only about ten years younger than Lenn, are probably in no better shape.

Delois may still be in his prime.

But his friends were gradually becoming unable to defy the inevitable laws of nature.

After a period of silence.

"Don't worry, the current Dekan is the complete Delois. A mere ninth-order shadow world is no challenge for Delois."

Clay remained optimistic throughout.

After hearing what Clay said, Mier finally nodded.

"Well, in any case, the Dark Saintess will be Deloitte's friend."

Mier muttered to himself with certainty.

……

Dekan's side.

After being drawn into the void gate, Dekan felt an unusual silence, as if he had been isolated from the world.

What followed was the familiar darkness and silence.

Unlike the first few times.

The field of vision quickly became clear and bright, which meant that Dekan was the last to enter the Shadow World and could begin his journey directly without waiting for others.

Of course, there is also a possibility—

He was the only challenger in this film world.

We haven't had time to investigate the situation yet.