Chapter 157 - - 157 - Peak of Power, Night of Passion [R18]

Chapter 157: Chapter - 157 - Peak of Power, Night of Passion [R18]

When the blinding golden light finally faded, Lucien was kneeling on the cold stone floor of the vault, his breathing heavy and ragged. The Heart of the Veylcrest was completely gone, its ancient energy absorbed entirely into his body and refined through his meridians.

But something remained where the crystal had rested.

A small jade slip lay in the hollowed stone, glowing with a soft, inner radiance. Lucien reached out and picked it up. The moment his fingertips made contact with the smooth surface, a vivid vision flooded his mind.

It was a fragment of an ancient, supreme technique—the Scripture of Sovereignty. It held the fundamental laws of rulership, absolute authority, and total dominion over the earth. He could feel its weight in his mind, understanding its complex truths in ways he couldn’t fully articulate with simple words.

This single fragment was worth more than the entire kingdom.

The Guardian, now completely freed from its ancient directive, turned its glowing gaze down toward Lucien. For the first time in centuries, the stone and metal titan spoke.

"The one who follows you... she carries the true blood of the First King. The throne is hers by right," its voice rumbled, shaking dust from the subterranean ceiling. "But the path ahead is dark. The Sunfire Temple did not come here by chance or simply because of the Queen. They were sent."

Lucien slowly stood up, looking into the construct’s fiery eye sockets. "Sent by who?"

The Guardian did not answer. Those were its final words. Every ancient construct required a power source to sustain its consciousness; with the Heart of the Veylcrest completely drained, the last embers of energy within its core sputtered and died. The massive titan locked into place, becoming nothing more than an ordinary, silent statue of stone and iron.

Lucien emerged from the subterranean vault with the Scripture held tightly in his grip, a staggering new realm of power settling within his body, and the Guardian’s mysterious warning echoing in his mind.

Zaria and Vex were waiting for him in the corridor outside.

"What did you find down there?" Zaria asked, her eyes searching his face.

"Something that will change everything," Lucien said, holding up the gleaming jade slip for her to see. "But first—we have a Temple to deal with."

By nightfall, Lucien had retreated to his private chambers within the royal palace. Having obtained what he came for, he sat cross-legged on his bed, reviewing the system notifications and rewards granted to him for reaching the Peak Abyss Core Realm.

Most of the main obstacles here are cleared, Lucien thought, staring at the translucent interface hovering in his mind. The only real mystery left is this scripture. I need to gather more information about where it came from before making my next move.

He opened his system interface to examine his newly unlocked abilities:

[Earth Sovereign’s Authority]

The user gains absolute control over the earth within their spiritual perception. Mountains can be raised, valleys crushed, underground fortresses created, and entire battlefields reshaped at will. The deeper the user’s connection to the land, the greater their authority.

[Planetary Grasp]

The user temporarily exerts authority over the ground within a vast radius. The earth rises like an enormous hand, crushing, trapping, or hurling enemies into the sky. The stronger the user’s cultivation, the greater the area and force they can command.

[Gravitational Throne]

The user establishes a domain in which gravity obeys their will. Enemies can be pinned beneath crushing gravitational pressure, thrown sideways, or suspended helplessly in midair, while the user moves freely through the domain.

[Burial Mark]

The user secretly marks a target through contact with earth infused with their spiritual energy. Once marked, the target can be detected through connected ground within the ability’s range, and the user can cause the earth beneath them to erupt or restrain their movements.

These are impressive abilities, Lucien thought with a satisfied nod. Mostly designed for absolute battlefield control and crushing massive armies. Not bad at all.

He closed the interface and leaned back against the pillows to rest. Before he could settle in, the heavy double doors of his chamber clicked open.

Zaria stepped inside.

She was draped in a rich, wine-colored robe that clung softly to her curves, her hair bound neatly up in a style that radiated royal dignity. A subtle, teasing smile played on her lips as she closed the door behind her.

"Seems like someone is still awake," Zaria said, her voice smooth and intoxicating as she crossed the moonlit floor. "Were you waiting for me?"

"Maybe," Lucien smiled lazily. "Who knows? Can’t a man dream about dual cultivating with the newly crowned queen?"

"You’ve already claimed me, haven’t you?" Zaria murmured, stepping right up to the edge of the bed. She slipped into his lap, sinking effortlessly into his arms and tilting her head back to look up into his eyes.

"I remember claiming someone named Princess Zaria," Lucien countered, his hand sliding around her waist, pulling her flush against his chest. "Not Queen Zaria."

"Oh?" Zaria whispered against his ear, her breath warm and sweet against his skin. "So you’re desperate to bend the Queen of Veylcrest over and take her without stopping?"

Her hand slid down his chest, moving past his waist until her soft fingers wrapped around his heavy length through his trousers. It was already rock-hard, fully erect and throbbing with heat.

"Seems like my little friend here has the same idea," Lucien said, his eyes darkening as he felt her fingers tighten around him. "Can you feel how ready he is?"

"I wouldn’t call him little," Zaria pouted playfully, her fingers stroking the hot contour beneath his clothes. "He completely destroyed me last time. Though... it seems like he destroyed Vex even worse."

"I thought I treated both of you equally," Lucien grinned.

"No, you didn’t," Zaria said, biting her full lower lip teasingly. "She still has trouble walking properly."

"Is that so?" Lucien leaned in, his mouth brushing against her neck, sending a violent shiver down her spine. "Then tonight, I’ll make sure you have trouble sitting on your throne tomorrow. You’ll be feeling every single drop of my heat deep inside you."

Zaria gasped softly as his breath warmed her skin. "You know how hard it was for me to handle you last time. You never go soft, even after making me completely sore and helpless. And it was the exact same for Vex. So... I came up with a plan."

Lucien raised an eyebrow, amused. "A plan? What kind of plan?"

"To conquer that monster between your legs," Zaria whispered, her eyes shining with pure desire. "I’m teaming up with Vex tonight."

Lucien chuckled quietly, his hands sliding lower to cup her hips. "So the two of you collaborated to take me down? You should know I’m even stronger now than I was before."

"I know," Zaria smirked, leaning up to press her lips against his jaw. "But we’re going to break you tonight anyway. We’ll make sure your sword goes completely limp before sunrise."

"And where is your partner in crime?" Lucien asked.

Zaria turned her head toward the entrance. "Vex, come inside."

The side door opened, and Vex stepped into the room. She was wearing her usual attendant garments, looking as though she had simply come to report after finishing her duties as a spy. But her face was flushed crimson, and her posture was hesitant as she stepped into the dimly lit chamber.

She walked over to the bed and sat down beside Lucien, her eyes darting nervously between him and Zaria.

Lucien looked at her with a gentle smile. "Last time we were alone, you were remarkably bold. Why so shy all of a sudden?"

When it was just the two of them, Vex had been confident, using dual cultivation to secretly bond with him. But now, standing before both her master and the man they shared, an overwhelming wave of embarrassment washed over her.

"Last time, it was just the two of us," Vex mumbled softly, staring at her lap.

"Wrong," Zaria interjected with a wicked grin. "I was standing right outside the door, watching through the crack."

Vex’s face instantly burned a deeper red. She gasped, hiding her face in her hands. "Your Highness! I... I didn’t know you were watching!"

"Vex," Zaria said softly, reaching out to gently pull Vex’s hands away from her face. "We’ve been childhood friends for years. I want you to call me Zaria from now on. We are equals here, especially when it comes to Lucien."

Vex swallowed hard, her pulse racing. "Zaria... I am your servant. Are you truly certain you want to share him with me?"

"I want you to have an incredible man," Zaria answered without a second of hesitation, her tone warm and sincere. "Lucien is extraordinary, and I love you like a sister. I don’t see any problem with sharing him at all."

"But... but I’ve been working all day. I’m sweaty," Vex whispered, looking down in shame.

Lucien leaned close, his mouth brushing against the shell of Vex’s ear as he murmured, "That only makes you sweeter."

Vex shivered as she felt his hand slide over her hip, his touch sending a surge of heat straight to her intimate center. Seeing her nervous state, Lucien didn’t push. Instead, he reached out, cupping her face and drawing her into a deep, tender kiss.

His tongue slid smoothly into her mouth, tasting her, intertwining with hers as he pulled her flush against his chest. Saliva slicked their lips as the passionate kiss deepened. Vex melted instantly in his arms, her tension evaporating as her body relaxed completely against his strength. She knew in her heart that the two people in this world who cared for her most were right here, and if Zaria wanted this, she was more than willing to surrender.

Zaria watched them, her eyes wide with mounting excitement. A breathless gasp escaped her lips as her own desire surged to a boiling point. Reaching beneath her wine-colored robe, Zaria squeezed her own breast through her silken shift while her other hand slid down between her thighs, her fingers slipping beneath her panties to stroke her already soaking folds.

Lucien pulled back from Vex, leaving the girl breathlessly panting, and turned his gaze to Zaria. He leaned across and captured Zaria’s lips in the exact same fierce, hungry kiss. Zaria gasped into his mouth, tasting Vex on his tongue as her body trembled with raw need. Her sweet center was dripping, practically overflowing with slick moisture.

Vex, completely caught up in the intoxicating atmosphere, leaned in and pressed her lips against Zaria’s mouth. The two women kissed passionately, exchanging Lucien’s taste back and forth between them. Vex tasted both Lucien and her royal mistress, a thrilling shock running through her soul as she kissed her childhood friend for the very first time.

Lucien sat between them, his heart swelling as he watched his two treasures lose themselves in each other.

While they kissed, Zaria reached down, sliding her hand beneath Vex’s robes. Her fingers found the thin fabric of Vex’s panties and slipped underneath, pressing directly against Vex’s hot, dripping center.

When their lips finally parted, both women were panting heavily, their chests heaving in the dim light.

"And you said you weren’t ready," Zaria teased softly, her slick fingers gently stroking Vex’s swollen heat. "Look at this. Your sweet spot is completely soaking, and it’s definitely not sweat."

Vex let out a quiet moan, her shyness melting away into pure lust. Reaching out, she slid her hand under Zaria’s robe, slipping her fingers into Zaria’s dripping panties and working two fingers deep into Zaria’s tight, throbbing warmth.

"Seems like you were waiting for this too, Zaria," Vex whimpered, her fingers slicking against Zaria’s inner walls. "You’re so tight..."

Both women pulled their hands back, lifting their slick fingers to their lips and tasting each other’s sweet, intimate nectar.

Before they could recover, Lucien moved. He pulled both women down onto the bed, turning them so their backs were pressed against his broad, muscular chest. Slinking his arms around their waists, his large hands slid beneath their robes and slipped straight into their soaked panties.

His long, strong fingers found their dripping flowers simultaneously.

With expert precision, Lucien began rubbing and stroking their most sensitive spots at the same time. His fingers worked in rhythmic, ruthless circles, stretching their tight folds and driving them both wild. The sudden, overwhelming sensation pushed both Zaria and Vex straight to the brink.

Within moments, both women arched their backs, crying out as their bodies shuddered in a violent, synchronized climax. Sweet fluid gushed out from their depths, completely drenching their panties and the bedsheets beneath them.

Lucien withdrew his slick fingers and brought them to their lips. Still breathless and trembling from their orgasms, both Zaria and Vex eagerly sucked his fingers clean, tasting the rich mixture of their own combined essence.

Flushed, breathless, and completely intoxicated by the pleasure, Zaria turned and gently pushed Vex down onto her hands and knees in the center of the bed. Lucien stepped up right behind Vex’s exposed, arching hips.

Zaria crawled closer, her eyes gleaming with wild anticipation as she looked at Vex’s exposed, dripping center and Lucien’s throbbed, massive steel waiting just behind her.

"Tonight," Zaria whispered, her voice husky and dripping with desire, "I want to watch every single inch of you sink inside her."