The wind was cold and the sky was dark. The nights in the Anzeta Wasteland were always so cold and desolate - but today was different.

The trajectory of the artillery fire pierced the dark sky, weaving a shining, dazzling network in the sky, illuminating the earth like daylight, and also illuminating the hideous faces of the demons in the darkness.

"boom!"

"Boom! Boom!"

The artillery fire did not stop at all, and even the frequency did not decrease.

This is the current military strength of the Burning Empire.

The war had been going on for a whole day, but the defenders of the Imperial Wall had not even used up their stockpiled artillery shells, and ammunition was still being delivered from the north in a steady stream.

In the surging demonic tide, extremely terrifying smiling faces flashed by.

These bat-winged, tall demons have only their teeth and claws to barely identify their entities; the rest are hidden in the darkness, blending into the shadows.

They are shadow demons, known as hunters in the night.

It is said that when a particularly jealous soul is pulled into the Abyss, it deforms, splits, and recombines with other souls until a body full of jealousy and malice without any substance emerges - this is the shadow demon.

The shadow demons shuttled and flew in the shadows, easily avoiding the bombardment of artillery fire and stepping into the dangerous minefield.

They flew close to the ground like ghosts and were unable to trigger the mines at all. After just a few breaths, the shadow demons arrived in front of the wall of the empire.

"Ow—"

"Hehehe, you can't stop the abyss."

Chaotic black shadows were roaming on the ground, and the shadow demon's low and hoarse laughter echoed in front of the fortress, making people feel creepy.

In reality, they are looking for someone to possess.

Rumors of demonic possession are common, often used by ignorant people to explain strange or violent behavior, though most such cases simply indicate madness or insanity, which is usually the work of a shadow demon.

When war comes, the Shadow Fiend will possess the enemy's soldiers and generals, causing them to doubt and mistrust their own comrades.

In the bunker, Adrovel looked at the shadows and instantly determined their origins, and said anxiously: “That’s the Shadow Demon!
We must find their traces as soon as possible! Otherwise, the consequences will be disastrous!"

However, at the moment he spoke, several soldiers inside the wall of the empire showed barely perceptible strange smiles on their faces, and a faint black aura filled the air.

Duo Luo looked surprised, but remained calm: "Shadow Demon?"

Adroville closed his eyes tightly and cast several detection spells in succession. When he opened his eyes again, bursts of starlight shone through his silver pupils.

He explained seriously:
"This demon is a combination of the power of the abyss and the shadow. It can travel through the shadows and possess mortals. It is extremely difficult to deal with unless you have..."

"Shh-"

Suddenly, a dazzling light appeared, and a new sun appeared in the sky. The area within a radius of hundreds of meters was shrouded in this divine light.

"Do not--"

"Ahhhh-"

"Damn mortals, how could you possibly have such power!"

The possessed soldiers were struggling and twisting on the ground. Black smoke appeared on their bodies and twisted black shadows were wailing miserably.

Finally, as the twisted shadows turned into dust, the light completely purified the shadow demons, leaving only the possessed soldiers who were at a loss.

"A legendary priest of light."

Adrovile murmured to himself, and then he continued to finish what he had just unfinished.

"Marshal Doro, I am here to assist you in compliance with His Majesty's order."

A woman holding a scepter and wearing a white robe inlaid with gold walked out of the light and nodded slightly in the direction of Doro to show respect. She was the former honorary bishop of the Church of Amaunator and the current court priest of the empire - Ingrid.

"Thank you for your help, Ms. Ingrid."

Dolo also greeted her, an ugly smile appeared on his face, and even the fangs at the corners of his mouth were exposed.

"You are too polite. This is all for the empire. Besides, it is my job to exorcise the demons."

Ingrid nodded again, smiling politely, a gleam in her beautiful eyes.

Dora placed his hand on his heart and responded, "Of course, it's all for the empire."

And Adrovel opened his eyes wide, extremely shocked and felt incredible - the Burning Empire actually recruited a legendary priest of light!

You have to know that these beings are basically pure lawful good people, and will never identify with an aggressive and expansionist force like the Empire.

Ingrid also saw Adrovir next to him and said, "You must be Lord Guardian Scale, the hero who has been fighting against demons for many years."

Adrovale said with great satisfaction: "You are too kind, ma'am."

Then, Ingrid turned around, slowly closed her eyes, and gradually floated in the air, with the scepter placed horizontally on her chest.

When Ingrid opened her eyes again, golden-red flames were already dancing in her pupils.

Looking at the surging demonic tide and dense artillery fire in the distance, Ingrid was filled with emotion and couldn't help but murmur in a low voice.

"empire."

Several years ago, during that battle, she was coerced by the emperor and forced to sign a contract to serve the empire for thirty years under the threat of her life.

During these years, Ingrid witnessed the growth and development of the empire, saw the new life the emperor brought to the people, and also saw the bloody dark side.

Later, she turned her attention to the tragic war in the south and sighed for the Fadran people who died in the war.

Until now, she has been a little confused.

What is right?
The three who claimed to be descendants of the emperor with divine blood started a war for their own selfish desires, causing countless people to be torn apart and their families to be killed.

On the contrary, it was this "Evil Dragon Emperor" who enabled the people of Anzeta to live a life without worries about food and clothing and brought them a new order.

Perhaps letting the Empire rule Fadlan is the right choice?

No matter which choice is correct, it is always right to destroy the demons and resist the invasion of the abyss.

Instead of thinking about what is the right path, it is better to solve the inevitable mistakes.

"call"

In the end, Ingrid sighed and chose to put aside these distractions and focus on solving the upcoming demon.

The priest raised her hand, and the scepter rose high into the sky with her movement, releasing endless light, like the rising sun in the dark night.

"boom--"

The light energy gradually gathered, and a golden wall slowly rose from the ground, leaving no place for all the demons hiding in the darkness to hide.

Even the shadow demons that were still moving in the shadows and trying to pass through the walls were directly burned, letting out painful roars and vicious curses.

【Wall of Light】

"For the empire, or for the world."

Ingrid was suspended in the air, staring at the burning demons with cold eyes, and whispered. (End of this chapter)