The Genesis Of A Necromancer-Chapter 154: unexpected

Jack understood the weight of Erebus’s words better than anyone. The name the ancient being had dropped wasn’t just another name; it was one that had echoed across the entire universe, shaking realms and forcing even gods to take notice.

This individual, the one Erebus spoke of, had wielded a power so vast and destructive that it stood on equal footing with Erebus himself in his prime. The very mention of him sent a chill down Jack’s spine.

Not only was he a force to be reckoned with, but he was also, supposedly, Erebus’s sworn enemy—a rival so formidable that even time seemed to bend around their conflict.

The air between them felt dense with unspoken tension. Jack’s mind buzzed with the implications of Erebus’s words, but before he could delve any deeper into the mysteries, the sound of footsteps disrupted his thoughts.

Jena led the group with unhurried confidence.

Her strides were sure, her mind focused on the road ahead. She had once scouted this very terrain for Lord Zamazo, covering nearly all the cities of the first plane.

Her familiarity with the land made her the ideal guide, but Jack couldn’t shake the uneasy feeling in his gut.

Behind him, Alisha was silent, but Jack could sense her eyes on him. It was the strangest sensation, almost as though she were studying him from the corner of her gaze.

His hands—what about his hands? He glanced at them absentmindedly, feeling a strange pull from her gaze.

’Why, why do I feel like this?’ Alisha thought, clutching her hands to her chest in an almost protective manner.

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It had been a long time since she’d felt anything like this—this nagging desire to be noticed, to be seen. To have someone, especially Jack, acknowledge her presence.

The moment his hands had touched Jena’s, it had stirred something within her—a sensation that she couldn’t quite place. Was it jealousy? Or something else? She hadn’t felt such emotions in ages, certainly not since... well, she didn’t want to remember.

’No, no... it can’t be. Maybe it’s just his demonic power! Yes, that’s it! He’s using some trick to get to me, to manipulate me,’ she rationalized, her mind whirling as she quickened her pace, closing the gap between her and Jena.

"If you think your trick can work on me, then you are highly mistaken!" Alisha’s voice was sharp, cutting through the air as she moved alongside Jena, her gaze locked firmly ahead.

Jack blinked in confusion.

"What trick?" he asked, voice laced with genuine perplexity. He hadn’t done anything to provoke this, or so he thought.

Alisha didn’t respond directly, only scoffing, her face tightening in anger as she turned her head away from him. She refused to look at him again, as though the very sight of him was something to be avoided. Read new chapters at novelbuddy

Jack’s confusion deepened. What had he done to deserve this? His mind spun in circles, trying to piece together any action, any words he might’ve spoken that had caused her to snap like this.

"Even in my thousands of years of existence, women were the least understandable creatures I encountered," Erebus’s voice chimed in, a ghostly whisper in Jack’s mind. The elder’s words were thick with sarcasm, a reminder of his endless experiences with the fickleness of those around him.

Jack sighed inwardly, but the tension still gnawed at him. The vast, open planes ahead of them only seemed to stretch further, the journey ahead growing more daunting with each passing step.

He was certain that if they continued walking, it would take them far longer than necessary to reach their destination.

"This is going to take much longer than I thought. Why don’t we fly there?" he suggested, his voice casual, as though the idea was simple and obvious.

The group of girls halted immediately, Jena at the front as she turned to face him, her brow furrowed slightly in confusion.

"These two can’t fly. How do you expect us to get there when only two of us can?" Alisha’s voice cut through the air, still tinged with that simmering frustration, but this time, there was a sense of control underneath her anger. It was as if she had settled into some deeper, more stubborn resolve.

Jack’s response was simple. "Simple. We carry one of them."

He had barely finished speaking when Alisha’s heart seemed to skip a beat. The thought of Jack carrying someone—Jena, specifically—sent a ripple through her chest, one she couldn’t ignore. Her breath hitched.

His hands... on her? The thought sent warmth surging through her body, and yet it made her blood boil.

’No. I won’t let him...’ Alisha thought, eyes narrowing as a dangerous glint flickered in her gaze.

Jack felt it, the sharpness of her stare, a chill creeping down his spine. Her eyes were burning into him, filled with something dark and unspoken.

"What is it?" he asked, voice tense, but Alisha didn’t answer. She only turned away from him, her back to him now, striding off as if she were dismissing him entirely.

Jack watched her go, scratching his head in confusion. This was unlike anything he’d ever experienced. Alisha, who had always been so composed, so controlled—why was she reacting like this? What had he done to provoke such a reaction?

Alisha’s thoughts were no better off.

’Why don’t I want him to touch her again? What’s happening to me? She clenched her fists, eyes burning with determination. No, his ’charm’ won’t work on me. I won’t let it.’

After a brief silence, Alisha turned back, her eyes gleaming with a newfound edge.

"If you think flying is the best choice," she said, her voice cold but firm, "then fine. Let’s do it your way." She strode forward, her voice filled with an eerie calmness that made everyone pause. Her expression was unreadable, but it was clear she had made a decision.

The sudden shift in her demeanor threw everyone off balance. Missy, who had been observing the whole scene with a wry smile, could only shake her head inwardly.

’Big sis is such a drama queen,’ she thought, her lips curling into a small, amused smile.

Without another word, Alisha approached her, her hands outstretched, and placed them on Missy’s shoulders. Then, with a steely gaze directed toward Jack, she said, "Go ahead. Don’t waste any more time."

Jack, still processing everything that had just happened, made his way to Jena. She stood there, her expression unreadable, but Jack could sense her uncertainty.

She had no idea what had just transpired, but if she were to hold Jack again... well, that wasn’t something she minded in the slightest.

"I hope you don’t mind me too much. You’ll have to lead the way, since I don’t know the path," Jack said, offering her an awkward smile. He had never been in a situation like this before, and it was all so new to him.

Jena only nodded in response, her face softening slightly, though she didn’t speak.

Alisha, observing the exchange from the side, turned her head with a scoff. ’Don’t bother wasting your time, ’she thought, her eyes burning with a quiet resolve. ’Your ’trick’ won’t work on me.’

The group was now ready to take flight. The journey ahead was long, and it wasn’t going to be a simple walk. If they were going to reach their destination quickly, they needed to be airborne.

However, this wasn’t going to be a simple use of mana manipulation. No, this required something more direct—something powerful.

Alisha raised her arms, invoking a spell. "「 ✦ Divine Wings of Light! ✦ 」"

A brilliant glow erupted from her back, and white wings of holy light spread out, gleaming with purity. It was a sight to behold, radiant and otherworldly.

Jack, however, had his own power.

He, too, could summon wings—though not quite so radiant. He muttered the incantation under his breath. "「 ✦ Damned Wings of Darkness ✦ 」"

A wave of darkness erupted from his back, massive wings of pure shadow unfurling, stretching out with an eerie, menacing energy. They were much larger than Alisha’s, far more imposing, and the very air around them seemed to grow colder with the presence of his dark power.

The time had come to take flight.

But as Jack moved toward Jena, something unexpected happened. Without a second thought, he scooped her up, cradling her in his arms. He lifted her easily, his hands behind her long, slender legs and at the back of her head, securing her gently but firmly in his arms.

Jena’s face flushed bright red. She was taken completely off guard by the gesture, her heart pounding as she looked up at Jack, unable to form words.

Alisha’s lips parted slightly, her eyes wide with a mix of shock and something more—a hot flush spreading across her cheeks. Her mind raced, but no words came out. She couldn’t believe what she was seeing.

And just like that, the tension in the air reached a boiling point.