Chapter 25: The Dark Tattoo and the New Destination

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## Chapter 25: The Dark Tattoo and the New Destination

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The moment the sword said, "Glory awaits us," it was no longer just a piece of dark metal in Lux's hand. It glowed with a dazzling black light, then slowly shrank, transforming into a **dark sword-shaped tattoo** on Lux's right forearm. Lux felt the sword's latent power still flowing through his veins, stronger and deeper than ever, as if the sword had become an inseparable part of his soul and body.

The sword's whispers faded from his mind, but the feeling of absolute control and the ability to achieve anything remained present. Lux no longer wanted to be subordinate to any organization, be it the Shadow or the Night Guard. It was time for him to create his own organization, to forge his own world on his own terms.

His first destination was a distant kingdom, about which he had heard much in this world full of contradictions. This kingdom was known as one of the most powerful, thriving with criminals, adventurers, and mages in large numbers, making it an ideal place to begin gathering his followers.