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Chapter 184 - THE FINAL CHAPTER BEGINS

A Season of war. A season of secrets revealed. A season of 'Love, Betrayal, Kingdoms, promotions' rising, and universes trembling. And now--as a final episode approach--The Astral Universe stands on the edge of something far greater than war. Something ancient. Something watching. Something coming. But before the storm... there is a moment of snow...

❄️ Scene: Millim & Rinara, Snowfall of Two Hearts. Rinara and Millim stood face-to-face in the training grounds, hands intertwined. Both girls were flustered, cheeks warm, bteath soft.

Rinara's tail wiggled uncontrollably-- not just exicted, but in that of a romantic way, where her tail curled, unfurled, curled again, almost wrapping around Millim's leg like it wanted to huge her too. Millim giggled softly. Then--Snow began to fall. Soft flakes drifted from the sky, glowing faintly in the Astral Light. Millim looked up, eyes sparkling.

Millim:

(Soft, romantic)

"Look at this, Kitty cat... it's snowing."

Rinara squeezed Millim's hands gently, leaning closer. Her voice was warm, wifey intimate. And Rinara spoke.

Rinara:

(Romantic)

"If it's with you, Mili... even the cold feels warm. Snow looks prettier when you're onto me."

Millim blushed, her smile softening. Rinara's tail wrapped around Millim's waist now--slow, affectionate, protective.

They stood together under the falling snow,

Two girls holding hands

Two hearts beating close

Two lovers wrapped in a moment that felt like the world paused just for them.

The snow fell.

Their fingers intertwined tighter.

Their foreheads touched.

And then----

The Scene shifted.

⚙️Scene: Operation Room--The Threat Emerges... Void ling stood inside the operation room, arms crossed, expression sharp. Natasha sat at the main console, typing rapidly, eyes locked on the glowing screens.

Natasha:

(Focused)

"My lord... in the dungeons, countless orcs are heading toward the cluster side. They're eating innocent humans."

Rina typed beside her, screenshot reflecting in her eyes.

Rina:

(Firm)

"They're classified as Black High-Class orcs."

Maya:

(Typing and analyzing)

"And their numbers are increasing."

Void ling:

(Serious)

"We need to deal with them before they reach our nation. This is not looking good. Keep up the good work.. Girls.."

Natasha:

(Blushed)

"Thanks, Your Highness..."

⚔️Scene: The Emperor's Command... Void ling turned and walked out from the Operation Room.. Xerion stood waiting in the hallway. Void ling approached him.

Void ling:

(Smirked)

"Xerion. I have a mission for you."

Xerion:

(Bowed slightly)

"Say the word.. My Lord.."

Void ling:

(Serious)

"Go to the nearest dungeons. Kill every last Black High-Class orc. There may be dragons... I'll confirm soon."

Xerion:

(Smirked)

"Don't say another word. Consider the mission done."

Void ling:

(Nodded)

"Thank you."

Xerion vanished instantly--a blur of speed and shadow..

🐉Scene: The Emperor's Vision... Eclipsera approached. And then Eclipsera spoke.

Eclipsera:

(Smiling)

"Void ling--sama...any updates on the Draco Belcamoa?"

Void ling:

(Shook his head)

"So far, Reina and her group haven't made a move."

Eclipsera nodded slowly. Void ling's eyes sharpened. He activated his ability: VOID REQUIEM--AWARNESS OF JUDGMENT. He eyes flared purple, glowing like galaxies collapsing.

He saw the future.

The dungeon.

The orcs.

The dragons.

Xerion's battle.

The outcome.

Void ling:

(Thinking)

"Countless dragons... high-class massive.. Xerion will have to finish them before they become a threat."

His eyes glowed even brighter, flaring peaceful, seeing what is going to unfold.

He saw every movement.

Every strike.

Every death.

Every victory.

Void ling:

(Quietly)

"Very well.. he knows what to do. And those dragons... Who are all puppets. And the fact that, is snowing outside. Is also beautiful."

🕳Scene: Dungeon--Xerion's Arrival... Xerion was already inside the dungeon. It was dark, cold, silent. Then--Suddenly Orcs emerged from the ground like shadows.

Countless of them charges. Some of the orcs ran sideways, trying to flank him, block him, overwhelm him. Xerion smirked and spoke.

Xerion:

(Calm)

"I see... trying to block my chance of dominating. Clever orcs."

He tilted his head down slightly. His aura flared--deadly, sharp, overwhelming. As Xerion Shadow spoke.

Xerion:

(Cold)

"Let me tell you something orcs. Your power level is a mere ant to a lion. So If you think an ant is stronger than a lion ... then you're absolutely wrong."

He vanished.

SLASH--

CRACK--

BOOM--

He one-tapped every orc. So fast that the orcs still thought he was standing in place. One by one, they all collapsed, eyes wide, unable to comprehend what happened. Xerion sighed.

Xerion:

(Smirked)

"Not very entertaining, is it?"

One orc, desperate, threw a long axe at him. But Xerion already knew. He turned casually, caught it with one hand, and crushed it into dust. And spoke.

Xerion:

(Smiling)

"Imagine throwing an axe. Very impressive... but that's it."

Then--The Ground shook. The ceiling cracked. The air trembled. Countless dragons emerged from the skies of the dungeon realm.

Massive.

Ancient.

Roaring.

And Xerion smiled.

❄️Scene: XERION VS THE DRAGONS. THE PHANTOM OCTA SPACE.... Snow drifted gently from the sky. Soft flakes landing on Xerion's shoulders as he stood in the frozen dungeon clearing.

His hands were behind his back. His posture calm. His expression unreadable. He lifted his head slightly, watching the snow fall through the dimensional dungeon light. A slow, confident smirk formed on his lips.

Xerion:

(Quiet, Amused)

"So...the orcs weren't enough. And now you think dragons will do the job? The audacity is outrageous..."

The Ground trembled.

THUD.

THUD.

THUD.

Dozens of massive dragons landed on the snowy ground, their wings shaking the air, their roars alone shattered the fabric of reality. Xerion didn't flinch. He smiled wider.

Xerion:

(Smirked)

"Allow me to show you... my ability."

He raised one finger. And said....

Xerion:

(Smirking)

"Phantom Octa Space."

He snapped. CRACK--!!! Space-time split open behind him. A massive, infinite black sphere--swirling with thunder, void energy, and dimensional distortion--formed instantly.

Then it launched forward.

FWOOOOOM--!!!

The dragons roared, spreading their wings, trying to block the attack with their scales, claws, and breath. But Xerion's space-time strike pierced through everything. Wings shattered. Scales cracked. The dragons instantly fell and got --erased by the sheer of the dimensional blast.

Only one dragon survived long enough to flee. It flapped its wings desperately, trying to escape into the snowy sky. But Xerion appeared in front of it--calm, silent, hands still behind his back.

The dragon froze.

Dragon:

(Trembling)

"P--Please...spare me, sire..."

Xerion:

(Raised an eyebrow)

"Huh? You can speak?"

Dragon:

(Trembling )

"I can... Please... I don't want to face any of your brutal abilities."

Xerion:

(Tilted his head slightly)

"And why should I let you leave?"

Dragon:

(Lowered its head)

"This wasn't my intention... I was sent here by my Empress... Empress Reina..."

Xerion:

(Eyes narrowed)

"I see. So you're one of Reina's group. She sent you to burn my lord's nation?"

Dragon:

(Shook her head violently)

"Please, sir...don't kill me..."

Xerion:

(Sighed)

"I already did."

Dragon:

(Scared)

"Huh--?"

The dragon's body began to dissolve--not violently, but silently, like dust being pulled away by an unseen force. Its voice trembled.

Dragon:

(Smirked)

"I see... you figured...that's very smart of you..."

Xerion:

(Calmly)

"You were a puppet. Reina implanted a command in you. The moment you failed...you were set to disappear."

The dragon vanished completely. Xerion closed his eyes for a moment. And then he spoke.

Xerion:

(Quiet, analytical)

"As expected... A puppet formed by Reina. Very calculated."

Xerion:

(Looked up to the skies)

"Well...this concludes my work for today."

He vanished--silent, clean,leaving only a ripple in the snow. The Snowfall grew heavier, but never deep--as if the world itself was holding its breath.

🍽Scene: The Restaurant Break...

A warm restaurant glowed with lantern-light, the windows fogged from the cold outside. Snow drifted past the glass as Glacior, Kaia, Kai, Celestina and Takashi... sat around a comfy and luxurious table and chair,filled with lovely food.

Plates of steamed dumplings, crispy fire--chicken, void-Ramen bowls, and snow-lotus buns filled the table. Takashi took a huge bite of a fire-chicken wing and nearly melted.

Takashi:

(Eyes sparkling)

"This food is amazing. The aroma alone is tasty enough to eat!"

Kai:

(Laughed, slurping his void-ramen)

"Told you this place was good."

Kaia:

(Raised an eyebrow at her brother)

"Brother...how much did you pay for all of us?"

Kai:

(Shrugging)

"20 Zeni coins."

Glacior:

(Almost choked on a dumpling)

"It better not be over our budget..."

Kai:

(Waved him off)

"Relax. It won't be. Now eat your food before it gets cold."

Celestina:

(Smirked)

"The food.... Oooo..."

They all laughed and continued eating, the warmth of the restaurant shielding them for the icy world outside.

♨️Scene: The Sasuna Hot Spring... Meanwhile, in the Astral Kingdom's snowy district, Xun,Aria, Blazion and Clara relaxed in a steaming sauna hot spring. Snowflakes melted the moment they touched the water.

Blazion stretched his arms behind his head.

Blazion:

(Smiled)

"I can't wait to go all out in the next war..."

Aria splashed a little water at him. Giggling.

Aria:

(Blush slightly)

"Fighting should be your title.."

Clara sighed softly, leaning against the smooth stone. And then she spoke softly.

Clara:

(Quiet, honest)

"Me...honestly, I wish this never had to happen. I just wanted this world to stay peaceful."

Xun:

(Swirling the water in his hand)

"As far as I can tell... that infamous villain is a dragon. Her body scales are like diamond--even harder than that."

Aria:

(Blinked)

"Diamond...?"

Xun:

(Serious)

"Exactly."

They all laughed together, letting the warmth of the sauna melt away their worries--even if only for a moment.

👑Scene: Emperor Dynasty Throne Hall... Back at the Emperor Dynasty, the throne halls glowed with purple lanterns. Xerion kneeled before Void ling, head bowed.

Xerion:

(Respectfully)

"My lord... the mission is complete."

Void ling sat on his throne, one hand resting on his cheek, aura calm but extremely deadly.

Void ling:

(Smirked)

"Very well. Amazing work, Xerion."

Xerion:

(Bowed)

"The pleasure is all yours...My greatness."

Blaze:

(Looked around)

"Where is Millim and Rinara?"

Ryder:

(Smirked, arms crossed)

"Leave then alone. They're having their moment... like they're starring in a romance movie.."

Void ling exhaled softly, almost amused. The hall fell into a calm silence--the calm before the storm...

🌙 NIGHTFALL OVER THE ASTRAL UNIVERSE--LING HOUSEHOLD... The skies had finally closed into a deep velvet night. Snow fell heavily, drifting in thick, quiet sheets that blanketed the entire Astral Kingdom in silver. Every member of Void ling's organization had returned to their homes--warm lights flowing through windows, chimneys releasing soft trails of steam, the world settling into peaceful silence.

The Bedroom glowed softly from a lantern on the dresser.

Seraphina sat at her vanity, combing her long, silky hair.

Each stroke of the comb shimmered with a faint glow — her aura always elegant, always serene.

She hummed quietly to herself, the sound soft and warm.

From the bathroom, the sound of running water echoed.

Void Ling was taking a shower, steam drifting out from the slightly open door.

Suddenly---

Void ling:

(Calling out)

"Honey!!"

Seraphina:

(Raising her voice slightly)

"Yes, dear?!"

Void ling:

(Firm)

"Can you bring my toothbrush?"

Seraphina giggled softly, shaking her head with affection. Almost teasing Void ling. She stood up, walked to the bathroom doorway, and held the toothbrush out.

Seraphina:

(Playful)

"You always forget somethings. When in the bathroom, sweetheart."

A hand reached out from behind the shower curtain....

Void ling:

(Smiled)

"Thanks."

Seraphina leaned against the doorframe, watching the steam swirling.

Seraphina:

(Soft, warm)

"You're welcome, babe."

She returned to her vanity, continuing to comb her hair as the snow outside fell heavier and heavier —

but inside the Ling Household, everything was peaceful, warm, and filled with quiet love.

🌑THE FINAL MOMENTS OF SEASON 3--THE EMPRESS MOVES....

In a distant dimension…

A realm untouched by mortal logic…

A throne forged from obsidian starlight pulsed with a cold, merciless glow.

Reina Amethyra sat upon it — legs crossed, chin lifted, a slow smirk curving across her lips.

Her aura pulsed like a living storm, each wave of power shaking the pillars of her realm.

She had seen everything.

Every movement.

Every battle.

Every whisper of Void Ling's growing influence.

And now… she was done watching.

Reina:

(Soft, deadly)

"We are going to take action. We are going all out for war. There is no turning back."

Drakkan:

(Stepping forward)

"Certainty, Your Highness."

Himari:

(Eyes gleamed)

"Perfect... I've been waiting for this."

Rex:

(Aura flaring)

"Amazing..."

Empress Reina Amethyra rose from her throne, her eyes flaring with a violet blaze that cracked the air around her. And then spoke.

Reina:

(Smirking evilly)

"King of Shadows... or rather... Wei Abyss Ling..."

She leaned forward slightly, her voicd dripping with anticipation. And Continued.

Reina:

(Smirked)

"Despair is what you will face.."

Her aura erupted--a cosmic flare that tore open the sky of her realm.

And with that----

🌌 SEASON 3 HAS ENDED

📜 NARRATOR...CLOSING WORDS--SEASON 3 FINALE...

Season 3 has officially come to an end.

It has been a journey of rising storms, deepening mysteries, blooming romances, and the slow tightening of a cosmic noose around the Astral Universe.

We witnessed the rise of new alliances, the return of ancient enemies, the unveiling of Wei Abyss Ling's true identity, and the first tremors of a war that will shake every realm ever created.

We saw friendships deepen.

We saw lovers grow closer.

We saw kingdoms prepare for the inevitable.

And above all —

we saw the shadow of Reina Amethyra stretch across the multiverse,

a reminder that the true storm has not yet begun.

Season 3 was the calm before the cosmic hurricane.

A breath before the scream.

A spark before the star explodes.

But now…

🌒 SEASON 4 WAITS BEYOND THE VEIL

And when it begins…

-The infamous Reina Amethyra will descend upon the Astral Universe.

-The war she brings will tear through Multiverse

-The clash between Wei Abyss Ling and the Empress will shake the laws of existence.

- New enemies will rise.

- Old secrets will surface.

- And the fate of every realm will hang by a single thread.

Season 4 will not be a continuation--

it will be an escalation.

A war of gods.

A war of kings.

A war of destinies colliding.

And you, reader, will be there for every heartbeat of it.

⭐ Next time on WHEN THE KING BECAME A VOID …

See you next time, readers.

Thank you for journeying through Season 3.

Your support, your imagination, your passion — it all fuels this Multiverse.

SEASON 3 has ended.

SEASON 4 approaches.

And the void…

is waiting.

UNTIL THEN!!!!

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