The Invincible Full-Moon System Chapter 1826: Absolute Anger Effect

When a Scion turns into a Blank, they gain entry to the Absolute Effect.

Kei Xun had explained this to him earlier. According to her, the Absolute Effect serves as the initial reward from invincibility, honoring the Scion's determination and hard work. Its power is immense. Now, Rex discovered that the Absolute Effect forms the core power of any Scion.

This power stands out as the signature ability for every stratum.

All Scions within the identical stratum possess precisely the same Absolute Effect.

Belonging to the Anger Stratum as a Scion, Rex unlocked the Absolute Anger Effect. As far as Rex grasped it, this resembled a passive skill converting his rage into an unseen power—triggering instantly when a fatal strike neared him.

Rex had already felt its power activate several times.

The initial instance occurred during Empress Morgana's surprise assault on him.

Even without noticing the trap, the Absolute Anger Effect kicked in on its own, compelling him to spin around and confront the threat. Through his stare, the fury inside him surged as scorching energy, halting every kind of assault—be it physical, magical, or mental—right in place.

This power ensures his survival becomes tougher for enemies as long as anger fuels him.

At the heart of it lies his fresh, enigmatic organ known as the Invincible Spleen, which controls the shift into his Blank form.

This novel organ draws in Rex's rage, transforming it into energy that boosts this power.

Beyond that, his sensitivity to anger sharpened dramatically.

Those he directs his wrath toward, or anyone harboring rage against him, appear clearly to his perception. He spots them from great distances, functioning much like a locator. Right at this instant, despite hundreds of miles separating them, Rex could glimpse Rezar afar with sufficient concentration.

Indeed, the Sky Judgment hit him before he managed to eliminate Rezar.

Yet, thanks to the Absolute Anger Effect, such concerns fade away.

He held the freedom to confront and slay Rezar at any chosen time.

Moreover, Rezar's position grew ever more distinct with each passing hour. Evidently, his fury intensified relentlessly, fueled by memories of the disgrace inflicted by an insignificant being from the Mortal Realm.

Rex tilted his head toward the heavens and sighed.

He had hoped to spot Kaiser above, but sadly, Kaiser was absent from the skies.

As he kept scanning the manual, further details emerged about the Absolute Anger Effect.

He immediately noticed that its strength could increase based on his proficiency level. Proficiency levels included early, advanced, and perfect. Only the early section showed for him, with the rest obscured in red.

Apparently, advancing in the Absolute Anger Effect was required to unlock the remaining parts.

Perhaps familiarizing himself further with the Blank form played a role too.

In any case, accessing it remained impossible for the moment.

Toward the page's end, a section described a method named Lucid Nightmare.

"A technique designed to nurture the Fury Gland," Rex echoed out loud, his brow furrowing deeply. "The Fury Gland handles your link to the Highseat of Invincibility, sustaining itself solely on anger."

Rex scanned the method once more and tsked in annoyance.

Essentially, Lucid Nightmare acted as a meditative practice that endlessly recycled his most harrowing memories.

This method stirred up rage to allow the emerging magical organ, the Fury Gland, to evolve.

Developing this magical organ completely ranked among the steps to elevate his proficiency.

"Naturally, it turns out this way," Rex sighed, dragging a hand over his face in frustration. "After all, it's the Anger Stratum. Naturally, each Scion must nurture their rage—and amplify it further. I'd wished for a different path, but the world rarely shows mercy."

Rex settled into a meditation pose and shut his eyes.

He triggered the Blank form and started employing the Lucid Nightmare method.

While engaged in this method, time dragged on at a sluggish pace.

This stemmed from reliving every trauma from his past repeatedly, allowing the Fury Gland to absorb the generated rage. With each nightmare's conclusion, Rex's form jerked slightly before another descended, dragging him back into shadows.

A soft, throbbing gust started emanating from his being, pressing against the stagnant air in steady pulses.

Underneath, the ground responded with a subtle, echoing quiver.

Yet, deep within the Lucid Nightmare, he paid no heed to the outer world's shifts.

Meanwhile, within the cavern, Princess Davina let out a soft groan—then arched her back in a stretch. Deprived of rest for several days, this slumber proved deeply refreshing. A sense of calm now enveloped her fully.

Perhaps owing to Rex's presence nearby, freeing her from all other concerns.

Rex handled any threats, while her troops fell under the watch of a reliable ally.

For the first time in roughly a century, she experienced true freedom from tension.

Princess Davina glanced downward, noting the heavy, plush cover draped over her. A faint smile crossed her lips at the discovery, though it quickly turned to a scowl upon realizing Rex was nowhere in sight. Her sibling, Lilliana, slumbered peacefully on the opposite side.

"Where did he go?" She rose and cleared her eyes with a rub. "Doesn't he require rest? Probably not."

Heat flushed her cheeks as she recalled intending to share sleep with him, only for him to stay awake entirely. The thought mortified her—but a tremor in the surrounding walls cut her reflection short.

Bits of dust and stone clattered from the edges, proving the vibration was real.

Upon extending her awareness, she detected an unsettling force beyond the grotto.

Princess Davina slipped from the bed and entered the pool, intent on investigating the disturbance.

With Rex present, it ought to pose no threat, as he would surely protect them.

Emerging outdoors, Princess Davina surfaced through the water and brushed it from her face. Lifting her gaze, astonishment stole her breath. She'd anticipated some routine disturbance—from the Black Rift—yet reality differed sharply.

"What's going on?" She whispered, her voice catching.

Overhead, the heavens tore open in a manner utterly unfamiliar to her.

A spectacle of horrifying, unmatched magnitude.

She observed a boiling white haze extending skyward, expansive like an extra layer of sky, hissing as if the planet itself awakened. It spanned countless miles. A quiet, lifeless mist evoking divine craftsmanship.

Yet, the phenomenon's vastness didn't cause her unease.

Rather, it was the essence of the power.

As a Silverstar now, Princess Davina's perceptions surpassed her pre-Rex state. She could detect energy shifts from afar. Still, this emanation registered... empty to her.

Her awareness glanced harmlessly past it.

The adjacent Black Rift remained still, suggesting the event served sight alone.

A mere visual trick.

From the center, a flawless circle of thicker vapor expanded in deliberate, pulsing waves. It followed the steady inhale of an immensely potent entity. Compelled by fearful intrigue, Princess Davina rose higher until the mists dispersed.

And at the core, positioned in lotus stance amid the chaos, sat one lone silhouette.

"Rex...?" She croaked the word in total shock.

Kei Xun's foretelling proved accurate. Her destined partner hailed from beyond this world, boasting abilities eclipsing all known in this domain. Still, witnessing it personally stirred an entirely novel emotion.

She understood now that Rex ruled as an emperor and a werewolf back in the Mortal Realm.

This deepened her sense of closeness to him.

Nevertheless, confronting his skill and might, she sensed untapped depths within him.

Each revelation about Rex unveiled yet another hidden layer.

Rex embodied a puzzle defying full comprehension.

'I wonder... Do his partners in the Mortal Realm share this sentiment?' She pondered with interest.

Princess Davina felt confident they did too.

Matching Rex's enigmas proved overwhelmingly challenging.

Then she observed Rex's face twisted in strain, his eyes darting wildly beneath closed lids. From the broadening visual aura, she inferred he trained a power source separate from Spirit Realm origins.

Yet, signs of agony and fear marked him.

This stirred concern in Princess Davina, drawing her nearer.

A short while after.

Rex's lids quivered, then parted. His sight blurred momentarily. A few blinks cleared it, focusing on the starry canopy above. Night had returned. Clearly, his intense session had consumed the daylight unnoticed amid the terrors.

"How many of those nightmares hit me?" He wondered silently.

At the start, he'd tracked them in his mind to gauge each's duration.

But eventually, the tally of agonies slipped his grasp.

He knew he'd withstood no fewer than a thousand unique visions. Each delved precisely into varied aspects of his mind, unearthing richer sources of wrath. As he moved to stand, his eyes caught her: Princess Davina perched in crossed legs nearby, lost in quiet contemplation.

In contrast to him, shadowed by the Black Rift's gloom, she shone vividly.

Her form glowed entirely, as if forged from celestial lights.

Detecting his return to awareness, Princess Davina lifted her gaze toward him.

She offered a gentle smile, "Done for now?"

"For the night, yeah. Still got to repair those Soul Artifacts' fractures," Rex affirmed with a nod. Yesterday's relaxation had passed, but drive resurfaced, urging him toward further gains. "The road ahead remains lengthy."

Princess Davina turned her eyes away.

A shadow of melancholy crossed her features, urging Rex to probe her thoughts. "What's on your mind?" He inquired, sensing unspoken words. "You can share anything with me, you know."

"What's the plan moving forward?" She posed gravely. "You've rescued your ally. So, what's next?"

"I'm holding out for their approach, plus updates from a Gatekeeper called Dorn," Rex replied honestly. He figured her interest was mere curiosity, and after recent events, secrecy felt unnecessary. "If you're concerned I'm concealing stuff, rest assured I'm not."

"You're misreading me yet again," Princess Davina denied with a shake of her head.

Rex excelled in battles for survival, yet faltered elsewhere.

"When do you head back home?" She questioned following a heavy silence. "To the Mortal Realm."

Only then did Rex grasp her true concern.

"Quite soon," He responded. "Assuming plans hold, I'll return once Dorn delivers what I seek. My visit stemmed from pressing matters, so departure follows completion of my tasks. Duties await me in the Mortal Realm."

"I understand," Princess Davina dropped her gaze.

Silence enveloped her. Perhaps pouting.

Given her nature, though, it reflected true sorrow.

"Listen..." Rex ventured once more. "When departure nears, could I just... depart?"

Princess Davina faced him, locking eyes with Rex. Her mouth hung open slightly, stunned by his words. "No way," She refused firmly. "You can't dodge the hard goodbye? Absolutely not. Leaving without farewell means I'll resent you eternally."