Surprise! I've Transmigrated Again

Revenge! Absolute revenge!

Strip off her clothes, make her cry and apologize, saying 'I was wrong, I'll never do it again, please forgive my mistakes' over and over...

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...Though he wanted to do that, Adam maintained enough self-control to resist the urge.

On one side stood a witch who had reigned at the pinnacle of the world for 400 years, and on the other were just a half-trained Sword Master and a novice with barely a month's training.

Fighting her would be like an egg trying to crack a stone — they didn't have even the slightest chance of victory!

There was only one option left.

Escape!

He had been stalling with Pandora solely to buy time, creating an opening to recover his Magic and strength. Thanks to the powerful buffs from〘Divine Protection of Sorcery〙and〘Divine Protection of the Sun〙, his Magic power had largely recovered. Using〘Al Shamak〙to escape should be possible!

Without a word, he quietly connected to the Magic mark he had placed in the Count's mansion, establishing the link in an instant.

◈ Al Shamak ◈

At his command, the magic circle materialized, enveloping them both in a pillar of faint purple-black light.

In just five more seconds, they would escape back to Roswaal's mansion!

But how could the Witch of Vainglory allow them such an easy escape?

"Denied. You did not construct any magic circle — you have been standing there quietly, listening to my teachings."

With those words alone, the Magic circle surrounding them vanished!

It didn't fade or shatter — it simply ceased to exist, as if it had never been there at all, as though time itself had reversed!

This was the power of her〚Authority of Vainglory〛, able to distort reality with mere words!

"W-what just happened?! What is this?!" Subaru panicked.

The white-haired girl before them hadn't moved a muscle — she had only spoken a single sentence, yet the fully formed magic circle had disappeared without a trace!

"I knew it wouldn't be that simple. Sigh! No choice..." Though Adam had anticipated this outcome, he still wanted to get Subaru to safety first. "Subaru, give me your sword."

"Adam?"

"Give it to me. Then... run back to Roswaal's mansion."

"Adam, what are you saying? I won't abandon you and run away alone!"

"Don't be foolish, Subaru! You can't help by staying here! Run! Don't look back — just keep running until you reach the mansion!"

Though the boy spoke with passion, he would only be a liability if he stayed. Better to have him leave quickly so Adam could fight without restraint.

Moreover, Adam sensed that Pandora luring Subaru here wasn't simply to create a weakness for him to worry about.

There had to be some other purpose!

Like Emilia, who still hadn't regained her memories and held the key.

"Adam... tch! I'll go get help — until I return, don't you dare die!" Shouting these words, Subaru turned and ran.

He knew he couldn't help by staying, so it was better to return for reinforcements.

With〚Thunder Breathing〛at full power, he vanished from sight in an instant.

"Fool. This is the Witch of Vainglory! Only Reinhard, far away in the capital, might stand a chance against her."

Adam had accepted his fate!

Having Subaru escape would also allow him to gather vital information before death — information that could be brought back in the next loop to gain an advantage!

"Now there's only one thing left to do... hold you back as long as I can!"

"Do you really think you alone can stop me?"

"We won't know unless we try, will we?" Adam's respectful demeanor vanished. Pointing his sword at the witch's throat, he spoke cryptically, "In terms of pure combat ability, Sloth goes to the witch, Greed to the archbishop, Envy to the witch, Gluttony to the archbishop, Wrath to the archbishop, Lust is tied, and Pride remains unknown."

"What are you talking about?"

"I'm comparing the Bearer of Vainglory to the Witch of Vainglory!"

"Ah. You've accepted your identity? That makes me happy."

"Unfortunately, I don't share your joy!" With those words, Adam struck!

◈ Divine Convergence Breathing, Flowing Storm Style ⫸ Aqua Thunder Strike ◈

His intelligence had confirmed it — Magic, Authorities, and mystical abilities had no effect on the Witch of Vainglory. Only physical attacks could harm her. The sword would be his weapon!

Yet Adam knew the truth — even if he killed Pandora a hundred times, she would keep reappearing.

No! He couldn't let anxiety cloud his mind. He had to focus solely on the witch before him, keeping his emotions in check lest she control him again!

Escape didn't matter now — simply holding her back would be victory enough!

Slash!

Adam moved with blinding speed! He appeared before the witch in a flash, his blade trailing white light as it carved through her delicate form.

Splurt!

Blood sprayed as he cleaved Pandora in two!

But Adam knew better than to think she could die so easily!

True to his expectation, the Witch of Vainglory materialized before him once more, floating serenely in the air — beautiful and unscathed, without even a tear in her clothing!

"Tch. Troublesome one." His tongue clicked as he grasped just how formidable an opponent she would be.

Her cherry lips parted as she spoke with ethereal calm, "How violent. To think I would be hurt by my beloved child..."

Though her voice remained steady, Adam sensed a flicker of anger beneath her words.

"May I ask you something?"

"Speak."

"Why bring Subaru here? Surely not just to hinder me?"

The boy's presence had sparked Adam's curiosity.

If Pandora had planned to transfer the Sloth Archbishop's consciousness into Subaru's body, that might have made sense — but she showed no such intention.

"Because of the Witch Factor." She explained, "The Archbishop of Sloth, the Archbishop of Greed, and that fleeing child — they all possess this thing called the Witch Factor."

"...You aim to collect them all?"

"Yes. More precisely, I want to gather them all within your body."

"I see, I understand." Adam nodded in comprehension.

The Witch Factor is the manifestation of a Witch's〚Authority〛. The Archbishop of Sloth had failed to fully control the Witch Factor's Unseen Hand ability, leading to his forced merger with it. In his weakened state, he fell prey to the Witch of Vainglory's attack, becoming her puppet.

Pandora's plan was clear — she wanted him to obtain the authorities of other Sin Archbishops, making him stronger before controlling him.

Yet Adam held onto a glimmer of hope. She seemed unaware of Subaru's authority — otherwise, she would never have mentioned wanting his Witch Factor.

But questions nagged at him: What had become of the Archbishop of Sloth's consciousness? Where was that Evil Spirit that could force contracts? Why had they vanished without a trace? And what happened to his Witch Factor?

As if sensing his confusion, Pandora spoke up, "There's no need to worry. The Archbishop of Sloth, Petelgeuse Romanée-Conti — his consciousness has vanished."

"Vanished? No wonder he didn't possess either of us. He was just a tool to be discarded. If I'm controlled, I'll meet the same fate."

"I hope you don't misunderstand. The Archbishop of Sloth wasn't discarded — he simply fulfilled his purpose. Besides, you're different. I promise you will never be discarded and will always be my one and only beloved child."

"..."

How should he put this... It felt like being kept by a powerful and domineering loli sugar mama.

But tempting as it was, Adam would never believe her words!

Even if he planned to stay in this world longer, he wouldn't trust a single word from the Witch of Vainglory! Her reputation as the most deceitful witch demanded extreme caution!

This witch made of lies!

"I'm sorry. Though I'm tempted, I must decline." He raised his sword again, "I have my own will, my life is my own to control, and I won't become anyone's puppet!"

"That's regrettable. However... some things aren't determined by one's own will." Pandora's smile remained otherworldly beautiful, but her words dripped venom.

Her tone declared she would definitely achieve her goal!

Adam licked his lips and said softly, "Then let's test that, Witch!"

With those words, he continued his assault.

◈ Divine Convergence Breathing, Third Form ⫸ Dawn's Burning Edge ◈

Pandora's most terrifying aspect wasn't her ability to create hallucinations — it was how her words and actions wove deceptive information, leading people unknowingly into her traps.

◈ Divine Convergence Breathing, Solar Tide Form ⫸ Dancing Water Flash ◈

So he closed off his hearing, sealed his mouth, and shut down his senses. No communication, no thinking.

◈ Divine Convergence Breathing, Solar Storm Form ⫸ Dancing Thunder Flash ◈

He simply repeated the mechanical motion of swinging his sword, killing her again and again, spraying witch's blood throughout the stone forest.

Yet no matter how many times he killed her, she would revive. Pandora remained unharmed while Adam grew exhausted. She simply floated there, letting his sword strike her frail body.

'This won't work! At this rate, I'll die of exhaustion before she even makes her move. Isn't there any Divine Protection I can use?' His heart raced anxiously, but he had no solutions.

Because he knew everything he did would be distorted!

Mystery loses its power before something even more mysterious! Against such a higher being, he was powerless to change anything!

He was at his wit's end. If that was the case, he would unleash his strongest move in one final struggle!

With this resolve, Adam began activating his Divine Protection again. He had delayed long enough — the〘Divine Protection of Sorcery〙's recovery effect was strong, and his Magical Power had largely recovered.

Divine Protections, Activate!

The pillar of aurora burst through the heavens once more! Like an unrivaled champion, it carried terrifying might as it announced its return to the world!

Pandora simply watched him, observing this man's overwhelming presence.

Her eyes held an adoring look, completely satisfied with the radiant youth before her.

Then, she spoke softly: "Hear my words. You haven't used any Divine Protection, nor do you bear ill will toward me. You're simply humbly accepting my guidance and teachings."

Pop—

A soft sound. Adam, who had just shown an invincible stance, was instantly reduced to a mere mortal.

The transformation was startling!

"..." Adam fell utterly silent, his heart heavy.

Whoosh!

In the blink of an eye, Pandora appeared before him. Gently cupping his face—

She kissed him on the cheek!

The witch's lips felt cool and soft against his skin. The intimate contact left him stunned. Though his heart raced, there was no passion between them. Instead, the warmth in his heart slowly faded.

The most dangerous moment had arrived!

"It's alright. You're my beloved child, I'll forgive everything you've done. Don't blame yourself — this is fine. Give yourself to me, and I'll make you the one who stands atop the world. Sleep now, and when you wake, you'll find the world has become more beautiful."

She whispered in his ear with a drowsy murmur. Like a loving mother lulling her child to sleep, her seductive words promised sweet dreams.

Adam felt dizzy. The urge to sleep was overwhelming. Right now, he only wanted to sink into the witch's embrace.

"Mmm..."

"That's right. Sleep, sleep. Rest peacefully, leave everything to me, leave it all to me."

"Yes, I'll sleep peacefully..."

In his daze, Adam spoke these words.

"No!"

Suddenly, a cooling sensation flowed from head to toe through his body.

He instantly snapped awake! At the crucial moment, Aqua's blessing worked again!

Aqua, I love you so much!

His eyes cleared, and he quickly moved away from the Witch's embrace.

"Oh. As expected of my beloved child, you always surprise me. You make me more and more pleased."

"Well, thank you. But actually, I don't want your approval." Adam said carefully, "If possible, would you please let me leave, Lady Witch?"

Pandora replied flatly, "Do you think that's possible?"

"I suppose not." After a bitter laugh, he continued with determination, "But I won't give up without a fight!"

Though he said this, he had no countermeasures. Pandora's rank was too high, and his skills were useless before her.

Just how could he successfully escape?

Suddenly, a magic circle appeared beneath Adam's feet, enveloping him in its glow.

"Hm? This is... spatial transfer?"

It's Beatrice! Only she, a Greater Spirit of Yin, could use this skill.

In 5 seconds, he would be transferred away!

But Beatrice, this skill should be useless before the Witch of Vainglory — it would just waste mana.

However, this time Pandora did nothing, allowing him to be transferred away!

'What's going on?!'

With this doubt in mind, Adam vanished.

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