Extra's Death: I Am the Son of Hades novel Chapter 254

Jack's undead would flood the forest in overwhelming numbers.

Even Typhon wouldn't be able to stop them all from finding its Core.

The two were waiting for the undead to find something when the monsters in the forest noticed their presence.

They attacked the undead, and a battle ensued.

Neo was about to participate until he sensed a familiar presence.

"Is it him?" Jack asked, sensing the presence.

"Looks like it," Neo nodded. "You do your job. I will go deal with him."

Neo jumped lightly and moved through the forest at breakneck speed.

The surrounding trees swayed gently in the breeze.

Their leaves rustled softly as the ground beneath him shifted with each swift step.

The familiar aura was being radiated in such a way that allowed others to locate its source.

It helped Neo find Apollo, who was sitting under a large tree, his posture relaxed despite the chaos nearby.

"You are here," Apollo said.

He patted the dust off his clothes with an eerily calm expression.

"Are you sure you want to fight? Even Ares and Emma couldn't stop me. You would die a meaningless death," Neo said.

Instead of answering him, Apollo talked about something else.

"I was saved by Niles Radcliff when my city was attacked by a giant phoenix."

"….?"

"He used to be an up-and-coming hero. A Necromancer who can use the corpses of his enemies and increase his army.

"Doesn't that sound strong? Everyone had high expectations of him. But power got to his head and… the rest is history," Apollo said with a voice devoid of emotions.

"Why are you telling me about this?" Neo asked.

"Emma was kind," Apollo continued to talk to himself. "When Zeus had awakened, he destroyed an entire city in mad rage and fought Kronos.

"Zeus was able to move in stopped time, but he could hardly match up to Kronos. He would've been killed right there, if not for Emma arriving at the scene and saving him.

"Zeus remained stubborn even after that. He wanted nothing but to fight and fight and fight. His nasty personality was enough to warrant an execution letter against him by Titans and the Awakener Association," Apollo continued.

Experience tales at empire

"Zeus would've been killed if not for Emma taking his side. She helped him calm his rage and trained him to become much stronger. But do you want to know something funny?" Apollo asked.

"…."

"Emma's family lived in the city Zeus leveled. She should've been the one who wanted to kill him the most, yet her kindness knew Zeus did it by mistake, and she instead helped him." Apollo chuckled.

"But now? Emma is a manipulative freak. She is always looking for ways to control people around her. I know she is doing it to help us. But it doesn't change the fact she is using the wrong methods to do right things."

"What are you trying to say?" Neo asked.

"It's that Darkness element, isn't it?" Apollo spat. "That wretched evil always changes people. That thing should be forbidden."

"…"

"You were kind too. But look at what you are doing now. You are going to rescue the Child of Mana and wake up Typhon because of your selfishness. The Darkness changed—"

"Apollo," Neo cut him off and unsheathed his sword. "Don't force your ideals on me. I never did any kindness. It was all my selfishness. If it helped someone, it was just a coincidence."

Apollo glared at Neo

Seeing the hero he had started to idolize say those things infuriated him.

"It's useless talking to you," Apollo said. "Don't worry. I will save you."

Apollo unleashed his first attack.

A blinding arrow of holy light hurtled toward Neo.

The sheer heat of the arrow burned the ground, scorching the earth beneath it, and causing steam to rise from the cracks.

Neo dashed forward.

His figure blurred as he moved at a speed invisible to the naked eye.

He ducked, and the arrow flew past him before it exploded, sending molten shards flying in all directions.

Neo reached Apollo's range.

Divine Swordsmanship Second Stance—

His blade swung upward in a quick and light, but devastating arc, aiming for Apollo's chest.

Tsubame Gaeshi.

Apollo summoned a bow of light and blocked.

The clash of weapons sent a shockwave rippling across the battlefield.

Neo's momentum forced Apollo back a step.

Gritting his teeth, Apollo retaliated with quick but powerful chants.

Light elements churned in the sky and the dark clouds parted as the energy skyrocketed.

They fused together, forming spears of light that rained down from the sky.

Each impact left craters in the earth, sending plumes of dirt and debris flying.

Neo weaved through them.

He moved like a blur in the chaos.

"You're faster than I expected," Apollo admitted.

He raised his hand, and a sphere of solar fire began to form, growing brighter and hotter with every second.

"Let's see how you handle this!"

Neo planted his feet and slashed toward the hurtling miniature sun.

Divine Swordsmanship Fifth Stance—

His sword clashed with the sphere of solar flare.

Seigetsu.

His sword flowed like water — calm and continuous — and diverted the attack back to Apollo.

Apollo dodged the attack by quickly moving away.

Neo didn't waste the opportunity.

He slid the blade back into the sheath.

His hand rested lightly on the hilt of the sheathed blade.

Divine Swordsmanship First Stance—

Suddenly, with a flash of motion, Neo drew the blade in a single fluid movement.

Issen.

His sword flashed.

One moment, it was resting in the sheath, and the next, it was next to Apollo's neck, inches away from beheading him.

"-God Step."

Apollo's figure shone brightly and he completed his chant.

His form broke into a cluster of light, and Neo's sword passed through empty air.

The lights gathered far away from Neo's current position and transformed into Apollo.

Neo didn't pursue him immediately.

He shifted his weight, and a frown appeared on his face.

'That attack should've beheaded him before he completed his chant.'