Chapter 477: 477

The crevice collapsed, the remaining mammoths plunging into the icy depths below. The ground trembled, and a cloud of snow and ice dust erupted into the air.

Leiko, covered in snow and ice, slid off the mammoth’s back, landing on his feet. He looked back at the collapsed crevice, the gaping hole a stark reminder of the near-disaster.

Lunara landed beside him, her wings folded neatly behind her back. “That was… intense,” she said, her voice slightly breathless.

Leiko nodded, his breath misting in the cold air. “Intense is an understatement.” He looked at her, a grin spreading across his face. “But I have to admit, that was a team effort.”

Lunara smiled, a hint of playful competitiveness in her eyes. “Don’t get used to it, Prince. I still intend to win.”

She gestured towards the horizon, where a massive, snow-covered peak rose against the overcast sky. “There’s a legendary ice snake that nests on that peak. They say its scales are harder than any metal, and its breath can freeze any man solid in an instant. Shall we see who can claim its head?”

Leiko’s grinned and was about to answer when a deep booming voice sounded on the head of both the prince and princess, sending a shiver down their spin “That snake happens to now be in my stomach, why don’t you both come grab it from there”

Nothing was said as Lunara took on her hybrid dragon werewolf form with a full body armor dotted with starlight appeared on her, her facial expression cold and serious.

The prince was not lacking as he took on his full demonic form, the axe changing back into a sword, at the same time an armor was also adorned on his body. He and the princess stood back to back as they looked around for where the voice came from.

Joining them was Nova who was also in his werewolf form with armor on his body.

The two royalty watched as the crack they both created close up, like it was never there. Soon they found a huge shadow covering them. Even with both their increased height.

The prince and princess both find themselves looking up to see what was casting the shadow. There it was a huge humanoid mammoth with snow with furs, arms folded in front of it as it looked toward the two who brought about the death of its children.

“A beast king” The word appeared on everyone’s mind as they quickly began to think of the best route to escape. There was no chance of winning and this beast king even with a body almost the size of a mountain was able to approach this close with no sound.

Lunara’s grip tightened on her bow, her knuckles turning white beneath her gauntlet. Her keen eyes traced the massive figure before them, its sheer presence making the frigid air feel even heavier. Even with her heightened senses, she hadn’t detected its approach. That alone was enough to make her stomach twist.

Leiko, standing beside her, felt the weight of the moment settle on his shoulders. The Beast King’s deep-set eyes, like frozen pits of rage, bore into him. His instincts screamed at him to run, but something in the creature’s gaze told him that fleeing would be just as futile as fighting.

Nova, his fur bristling beneath his armor, let out a low growl. “It was lying in wait,” he murmured, just loud enough for the two royals to hear. “We walked right into its territory.”

The mammoth-like beast let out a breath, the sheer force of it sending a wave of frost-laced wind crashing into them. Snow flurried around them, the very air humming with power.

“You two have taken much from me,” the Beast King rumbled, his voice resonating in their bones. “Tell me, what shall I take in return?”

Lunara’s wings flared, her eyes never leaving the towering figure. “If we give you a proper fight, will you let us leave with our lives?”

A slow, rumbling chuckle escaped the Beast King’s throat. “A bold proposition, little ones. But a mere fight will not satisfy my loss.” His gaze shifted between them. Before looking off into the space behind them.

The beast king could sense multiple powerful beings who were locked in on him, he knew the identity of the children before it was not small.

Still it can’t do nothing when it’s kids have just been taken from it. Problem now, is how come they have not made an appearance even with his presence here.

The mammoth frowned, it felt like it was caught in-between a web, as for the supposed guards on both side. They all have gotten order not to make a move until both prince and princess could no longer hold on.

They have no idea what was going through the head of Yuki and Wulv, nonetheless it was not their place to question orders. The beast king that made an apperance was powerful, without knowing it’s possible talent, they could only specify on it’s strength which was definetly strong and will take every one avaiable to bring it down.

The Mamoth wanting to test things out had a a glint of something almost… amused flickered within. “I will grant you a choice. You may flee, and I will give you a head start before the hunt begins. Or you may stay and entertain me.”

Leiko exhaled sharply, his fingers twitching over the hilt of his sword. He cast a glance at Lunara, their unspoken thoughts aligning in an instant.

“Running isn’t an option,” Leiko muttered.

Lunara nodded. “Then we make sure this so-called entertainment keeps us alive long enough to find an opening.”

Nova stepped forward, flexing his claws. “I hope you two have a plan, because if not, I suggest you make one fast.”

The Beast King let out a low, approving growl. “Very well then. Amuse me, little royals.”

The moment those words left the Beast King’s mouth, the icy air grew heavier, as if the entire tundra was holding its breath. The towering creature unfolded its massive arms, its thick fur bristling with an unseen energy. Snow swirled around its feet, the ground beneath them cracking from the sheer weight of its presence.

Lunara’s eyes flickered toward Leiko for a fraction of a second, their silent understanding reaffirmed. Neither of them had any intention of running, but neither were they foolish enough to engage recklessly. Their survival hinged on reading their opponent’s movements—on testing its limits before committing to a true attack.

The Beast King grunted, rolling its massive shoulders. “Good,” it rumbled. “It would have been disappointing if you fled.”

Without warning, the creature stomped its colossal foot into the ground. The force sent a ripple through the ice, fissures spider-webbing outward at an alarming speed. A deafening crack split the air, and before any of them could react, massive ice pillars erupted from beneath their feet.

Lunara shot into the sky, her wings beating against the frigid wind, narrowly avoiding being impaled by the jagged ice. Leiko leapt onto a rising shard, using the momentum to launch himself forward. Nova, with his heightened reflexes, dodged to the side, his claws digging into the frozen surface to keep his balance.

The Beast King’s laughter rumbled like an avalanche. “Fast enough,” it mused. “But let’s see how long you can dance.”

With a flick of its wrist, the ice pillars shattered into countless shards, transforming into a blizzard of razor-sharp projectiles. The storm of frozen death rained down upon them, the wind howling as if the tundra itself had turned against them.

Lunara twisted mid-air, her wings tucking in for a brief moment before she shot through the onslaught. She weaved between the shards with calculated precision, the cold sting of near misses grazing her armor. With a powerful flap, she ascended even higher, drawing her bow in one fluid motion.

She exhaled. The world slowed.

A single arrow of pure energy crackled to life, glowing like a fallen star in her grasp. With an almost serene grace, she released the string.

The arrow shot forward, cutting through the ice storm like a comet.

The Beast King’s eyes flickered with interest as it raised an arm, allowing the arrow to collide against its thick fur. A burst of energy erupted upon impact, yet when the dust settled, the creature stood unscathed, barely even acknowledging the attack.

Leiko narrowed his eyes. “Tch. That confirms it. It’s playing with us.”

Nova bared his fangs, irritation flashing across his face. “Then let’s give it something to actually deal with.”

With a growl, he pushed off the ground, his body blurring as he closed the distance between himself and the Beast King. His claws ignited with a deep crimson glow as he slashed upward in a fierce arc, aiming for the beast’s exposed torso.

The strike connected.

For a moment, silence. Then—

BOOM.

An explosion of force erupted from the point of impact, sending a shockwave rippling outward. Snow blasted into the air in thick waves, momentarily obscuring everything from view.

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