Chapter 69: The Dragon's Challenge

"The unfamiliar man! Who are you? Why do you appear in this upscale restaurant today? What do you speak to us for?" Snow Sky-Dog stared straight into the mysterious man's eyes, black as black pearls, and spoke with a tone mixed with suspicion and indignation.

"Oh, don't concern yourselves too much about me! Just consider me a regular customer of this restaurant! Consider me here to enjoy the delicious food and drinks this restaurant has to offer!"

"I cannot be mistaken! This unfamiliar man resembles 'Steel Dragon' Ryujin Tetsu, and 'Demon Dragon' Kamui, he is a member of the dragon clan. I know this because he emits the 'aura of a dragon'. It's the distinct aura of that scoundrel Ryujin Tetsu! That aura carries something akin to almost absolute power, yet within that terrifying strength lies cruelty, cunning, and a disdain for morality, even displaying the master's calm face when trampling upon ethics. That was my first impression when I met 'Steel Dragon' Ryujin Tetsu! Initially, I was too moved by his cowardly actions disguised by Ryujin Tetsu's heroic facade so that I couldn't recognize him as a malevolent deity. At that time, I didn't recognize the 'dragon-like aura' on him, but after subsequent encounters with Ryujin Tetsu, I recognized this type of aura. Now, at this very moment, the sensation of this aura affecting my mind and senses is clearer than ever before! I cannot be mistaken, this stranger is a dragon deity. It's even possible that his magical power is more formidable than 'Steel Dragon' Ryujin Tetsu, and 'Demon Dragon' Kamui!" Seraphina Frostwind said, unable to conceal her astonishment mingled with her utmost fear as she uttered these words.

"Why do you know these things?" Mizuchi Haruka expressed great surprise at the particular information she heard from Seraphina Frostwind, her rival.

"Seraphina Frostwind knows these things because she possesses 'supreme senses,' an extremely keen and accurate sensation that helps its owner identify the magical strength of any opponent they face. This type of sense is extremely rare in all three worlds, as the sole clan possessing this sense has been almost entirely wiped out, with only one member remaining, and that person is Seraphina Frostwind. That clan can only be the 'King of Youkai' clan. During the coup d'état in the Youkai world 1000 years ago, the head of this clan was annihilated by the rebellious Youkai, and almost all members of this clan have been eliminated. However, there is a little-known fact that the King of Youkai had the youngest daughter, before he was stripped of his life by the rebellious Youkai, his loyal subordinates protected this girl and safely and secretly brought her to the human world. That girl, the only one with the bloodline of the King of Youkai to this day, that girl, none other than Seraphina Frostwind!" The unfamiliar man smirked, creating a mysterious and sinister smile on his face, displaying the cunning and malice within him.

"Indeed! That's correct, unexpectedly so!" All three young deities, Snow Sky-Dog, Kurogami Masayuki, and Mizuchi Haruka, exclaimed in amazement. Meanwhile, Seraphina Frostwind shed tears as she listened to this stranger recounting the painful memories she had long wanted to forget, memories she wanted to bury with her past. She did not want them to come to her in the nightmares she could dream of at any moment when she slept.

"The dragon deity! Tell me your name, we don't want to defeat an anonymous person!" Snow Sky-Dog slammed the table, speaking with anger. Before the sight of Seraphina Frostwind shedding tears, perhaps his heart beat faster and stronger, stimulated by anger.

"My nickname is 'Desert Dragon' Ryujin Sabaku! I am the right hand of the King of Dragons. You are also reckless to dare to provoke our dragon clan. Now, my cousin, 'Demon Dragon' Kamui, is seriously injured all over his body. He may have difficulty holding onto his life. Be careful, our dragon clan will not overlook this matter!"

"Not overlook? What do you mean? You've said enough, now get out of this restaurant!" Kurogami Masayuki angrily yelled.

Ryujin Sabaku smiled again, and then he quietly left the restaurant, leaving behind three extremely angry young deities and a girl who was the sole descendant of the King of Youkai shedding tears incessantly.

Mizuchi Haruka rose from her seat, her bright eyes reflecting determination.

"We cannot let this one escape our punishment," she said, her tone decisive. "We must do everything to stop him before he causes any more damage."

Snow Sky-Dog nodded in agreement.

"That's right, none of us will let this one escape his responsibility. We will have to do everything to stop him."

Seraphina Frostwind, although still feeling the tremors from the difficult memories, also clenched her fists.

"We will face this one, and we will win," she said, her eyes showing determination.

The young deities and the princess of Youkai, Seraphina Frostwind, together prepared to leave the restaurant, determined to confront Ryujin Sabaku and thwart his dark schemes. Meanwhile, outside, the desert wind swept the sand trails in the darkness, like a sign of the impending struggle between light and darkness, between gods and villains.

The young deities and Seraphina Frostwind left the restaurant together, the yellow light seeping through the tall trees, casting dark shadows on the path. In each person's mind, thoughts of this encounter remained cold but also full of anticipation.

Each step they took on the path left deep marks of the impending battle. Snow Sky-Dog wondered if they were strong enough to face a dragon deity like Ryujin Sabaku. Mizuchi Haruka remembered her promise to the people that she would protect them from any danger, even from any deity. As for Kurogami Masayuki, a flame of anger burned in his heart, he wanted to punish Ryujin Sabaku for his cruel actions.

Meanwhile, Seraphina Frostwind remained immersed in a sea of ​​emotions. She remembered her promises to herself, about seeking justice for her sense of loss and pain. She knew that the upcoming battle was not just about protecting innocent people, but also about finding peace for her soul.

They did not know that this meeting was just the beginning of a perilous adventure. The upcoming battles would not only be about defeating Ryujin Sabaku, but also about uncovering the deep secrets of the dragon world, and the war between light and darkness would continue.

In the darkness of the night, they marched forward, ready to face every challenge, with the lofty goal of justice and peace for all three worlds. And by the stream of life, the adventure continued, like an endless story, a story full of secrets and surprises waiting to be discovered.