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Born a mortal and twice reborn, Zhen Yang was once the infamous Abyssal Emperor—a being of unparalleled power who brought realms to their knees. In his first life, he was an ordinary student, kind-hearted and selfless, who met a tragic end. But his second life turned him into a ruthless ruler, mastering forbidden arts and losing every shred of humanity to ascend as a demonic overlord.Now, in his third life, Zhen Yang is reborn as the overlooked third son of a powerful family, shunned and underestimated by all. Though he starts with a fragile body and no cultivation foundation, echoes of his past lives awaken when he unearths an ancient artifact. With newfound determination, he embraces his past as both mortal and monster, vowing to reclaim his throne and surpass the limits that once confined him.In a world of treachery and ambition, Zhen Yang must navigate brutal family rivalries, sinister sects, and celestial foes, all while unraveling the mysteries of his dual existence. As shadows rise and blood flows, he forges his own path—one carved by manipulation, vengeance, and unrelenting power.

Scarlet Shadows: Rise Of The abyssal demon emperor

The aftermath of battle left the air thick

with the scent of blood and burning

flesh. The village, once a hollow ruin, now

bore the scars of conflict-charred

remains of buildings, corpses strewn like

discarded pawns, and the faint echoes of

dying screams still lingering in the wind,

Zhen Yang stood atop the highest point,

his crimson gaze surveying the

destruction with cold detachment. The

enemy had been crushed, their resistance

shattered like brittle glass beneath his

grasp. Yet, in victory, he found no

satisfaction-only the quiet hum of

inevitabilityKaia limped through the wreckage, her armor stained with blood, her body screaming in protest with every step. Despite the pain, her focus remained

unwavering as she approached Zhen

"My lord," she said, her voice laced with

exhaustion. "The remaining enemy forces

have been executed. None were spared

Zhen Yang turned slightly, his expression

unreadable. "And the survivors on our

Kaia hesitated before responding

"Seventeen men remain from the

detachment. We lost more than half."

Zhen Yang's eyes narrowed "Acceptable

losses" Kaia's grip on her sword tightened. "Was it worth it?"

He met her gaze, his expression devoid

of emotion. "Every move serves a

purpose. We secured victory, instilled

fear in those who watch from the

shadows, and demonstrated that betrayal

carries a price.

Kaia exhaled slowly, forcing down the

frustration burning in her chest. She

knew arguing was futile-Zhen Yang saw

the world not in terms of human cost, but

in calculations and consequences

A soldier approached, bowing before

them. "My lord, we found something."

Zhen Yang raised a brow. "Show me."The soldier led them to a hidden chamber

beneath the village's temple ruins. Inside,

the air was damp, the scent of rot

mingling with something far more

unnatural.

In the center of the chamber lay a circle

of withered corpses, their faces frozen in

expressions of eternal agony. Dark runes

pulsated along the stone walls, their glow

eerily familiar.

Kaia shivered. "Dark magic.

Zhen Yang stepped forward, his fingers

brushing against the ancient symbols. A

pulse of energy surged through his veins,

recognition flashing in his eyes.

"This isn't just dark magic," he murmured

"It's a summoning ritual."Kaia stiffened. "Summoning what?"

Zhen Yang's lips curled into a smirk.

"Something desperate. Something

dangerous.

Before Kaia could respond, a deep

guttural growl rumbled through the

chamber, sending chills down their

spines. The runes flared brighter, casting

monstrous shadows against the walls.

Zhen Yang exhaled in amusement. "It

seems we've awakened something."

Kaia stepped back, drawing her sword

instinctively. "My lord, we should leave-

The chamber trembled violently, and from

the darkness, something began to stir."Leave? No, Kaia. This is exactly what I

Chapter 27:Echoes of Dominion