The Annihilator: Killer Of Gods

"You're stronger than I thought," Morris said, patting Karsha on the shoulder as they moved a few meters away from the bandit hideout.

"Heh, you haven't seen anything yet," Karsha chuckled. He had come a long way from his former, bony self who'd once struggled to kill a single Tier 5 Lesser Mutant. Now, without lifting a finger, he'd killed two Sages.

"I guess the prophecy is true; you are indeed the Annihilator," Morris said, bowing slightly. Karsha just shrugged.

"It's only a title, Morris. You're a Shadow Guard, which means you protect your kind. My role is the same: to protect the innocent and eliminate scum."

His words moved Morris, but seeing the aloof expression Karsha wore, he held back any further comments.

"So, will you be rejoining the Shadow Guards when you return?" Karsha asked. Morris had originally been the group's assassin, but after he disappeared, Ayarr took his place. Now that he was returning, Karsha was curious.

"No. Since Ayarr is now the Shadow Assassin, I'll just find something else to do. But I feel that when I return, I'll go directly into seclusion. Although I'm still far from reaching Tier 9, I can feel myself closing in on bridging the gap to become a World Boss." Karsha smiled faintly; having a World Boss as an ally was definitely something to aim for.

Old Man Teye had already told Karsha that the red planet was actually a hunting ground teeming with millions of vicious monsters, including Demon Monsters hidden within.

One of the requirements to awaken the Shadow Demon Class was to kill a Demon General. When that time came, Karsha knew he would need powerful subordinates to support him, just as the Shadow Guards had done on the island.

Even as a Calamity Mutant, Karsha sensed he could take down a Great Sage in hand-to-hand combat, despite being an Assassin.

"That's good. Your people are evolving and adapting, so with you by your mother's side, progress will come even faster," Morris said, nodding. Karsha noticed a longing in his gaze—the kind that yearned to leap into his mother's embrace and never let go.

Karsha already understood that the people of the island would one day be his greatest strength. Even now, if he were to wage war on this kingdom, it wouldn't take two hours to raze it to the ground. The island's outer section alone contained hundreds of races, most of them Tier 8 Mutants.

This power alone was enough to obliterate the kingdom and establish his own.

Then there was the inner and core section he would explore soon enough. His power had grown to the point where he wouldn't need to lift a finger to eliminate powerhouses. Just like his domain skill, the island was his to command, and one day, it would become his army. All he could do now was help them evolve, and thanks to his system, he could do so easily.

"Morris, I know you sensed a connection between us when you absorbed the blood. I know you have questions. Although I can't explain everything now, I promise to tell you when the time is right. Now isn't that time." Morris nodded.

"Good. Now, let's hurry before Xian dies from waiting." They quickened their pace, and within minutes, they were back at Xian's family home.

"Big brother, is it done? Are you okay?" Xian asked as soon as Karsha and Morris appeared.

"Come on, Xian, those idiots didn't even get the chance to enter the cycle of reincarnation," Karsha replied, fiddling with the amulet around his neck. He was about to boast further when Xian knelt, followed by his mother and his two sisters.

"Greetings, Divine Alchemist," they said in unison, bowing deeply. Karsha was taken aback. Seeing the four of them kneeling, his mind went blank.

"Xian, what's the meaning of this?" Karsha asked quickly.

"I'm sorry, Big Bro… I mean, Divine Alchemist. I couldn't tell you the garden was meant for you, so I lied. As for how I knew you were the one… I didn't, not at first. When I saw you for the first time, I felt something awaken within me. And when you told me you were a disciple of the Divine Alchemist, I believed you immediately. But I had to act and observe to confirm it.

"Although deep down, I was sure you were the disciple of the famous Divine Alchemist, I still had doubts. This servant is ready to receive his punishment."

"What nonsense is this? You're not my servant; you're my brother. Stand up before anyone sees us—this is too awkward." Karsha quickly reached out, gently taking Xian's mother's hand and helping her to her feet.

"Please, don't see yourself as my servants. You're my family; there's no need to feel that way," Karsha said, holding her trembling hands reassuringly.

Lady Li Jing tried to speak, but all that came out was her tears. Karsha didn't know what to do, so he hugged her and let her cry on his chest. As for being the Divine Alchemist, he had already begun walking that path, so he didn't seem shocked.

The shocking part was the role of Xian's family in all this. Karsha, cursed with knowledge, instantly connected the dots. Meeting Xian wasn't a coincidence. Everything in his life had happened because of a predetermined action set in motion long ago.

The Xian family had simply become a part of it. It was all set to unfold as it should, and today was the day the role of Xian's family was put into action.

"From today, you are all my family. So when you see yourselves, view yourselves as the family of the Divine Alchemist, not as servants. Your role has changed from today onwards," Karsha said, holding Lady Li Jing's hands.

"Well, maybe Xian can still be a servant for lying to me," Karsha laughed, making the others smile slightly.

"That's not fair, big bro!" Xian protested.

"Oh, now I'm your big bro after you made me feel guilty seeing three fairies kneel at my feet?" A small knock landed on Xian's head. His mother and siblings laughed, clearing the sadness in the air. Although their father was dead, now that Karsha had gotten revenge for them, they felt a little better.

"Big brother, you are very handsome," Xian's little sister said before hiding behind her sister. Karsha smiled silently and replied,

"Well, this big brother is also rich, so when we go back to the city, I will buy you all the things you want."

"Big brother, you probably shouldn't spoil her. You might end up spending all your money on this little mouse," Xian said, lifting the adorable girl up.

"Let me go! Let me go! You didn't even buy me anything when you were coming!" She struggled to break free, but her strength as a cultivator was no match for Xian's peak Grandmaster strength.

"Who said I didn't buy you anything? It's just that the time wasn't right to give it to you." Xian put her down and retrieved some candy canes and candy fruits from his space ring.

"Here you go." Li Nan took the items and instantly started eating.

"Take your time; there's more where this came from."

Karsha smiled as he looked at the happy family of four. It was only a pity they were a day late. Had they reached the village earlier, this family would have been complete, making the joy they felt now even greater.

He was about to ask a question when a communication token in his inventory vibrated. Taking it out, he smiled and distanced himself from the happy group.

"Big Brother Mat, you got my communication token!" Karsha said, sounding pleased.

"Yes, I received it an hour ago. I hope all is well. And thank you for the method you gave me last time; my business has boomed, and now I don't struggle much when taming a monster," the person responded.

This man was the bulky individual who wanted to buy the taming speech from Karsha. His profession was similar to that of a tamer, but he focused exclusively on vicious monsters that had medicinal and other uses.

Karsha had used his connections to spread rumors about the Varon great family, and in return, he provided Mat with a method to subdue monsters before capturing them. Since Mat's clients preferred alive and healthy monsters, this method proved invaluable, making him beam with happiness when he received Karsha's communication token.

The key to Karsha's plan was the Saint Assassin he had spared. Karsha had assigned him two tasks: one concerning the bulky tamer named Mat and the other involving Master Artemis. Initially, Karsha intended to use the assassin to spread rumors, but now he had a different plan.

"I need your help with something," Karsha said.

"Go ahead, Brother Karsha," Mat responded.

"I want you to help me obtain a lease on a house. I'm not sure if you can assist with that."

"Don't worry; I can help you get a lease. Where do you want it?"

Karsha smiled and spent the next ten minutes discussing the details before ending the call.

Mat would help him obtain a lease and meet him seven days from now at the Sect. He promised to give him some goodies. Mat was more than happy to help after hearing that.

"It seems that assassin isn't bad at all. I guess I'll visit him later and bring him to my side," Karsha muttered to himself. With the assassin's blood already in his possession, locating him wouldn't be much of a problem.

"Alright, Xian, take me to the garden my old master left me." Xian and his family led Karsha into a room.

Immediately upon entering, Karsha saw a door frame with a golden portal swirling inside. He walked closer and touched the door frame. As soon as he did, the runes around the frame lit up, and a system message appeared.

< Ding! Congratulations, you have discovered a Divine Grade item: Divine Garden >