Extra Pages: The Author's Odyssey
Chapter 276: Mana Domain

As Yato revealed the name of his domain, a ripple of anticipation coursed through Lucas. [Mana Domain], he repeated inwardly, his mind racing with possibilities. He had heard of domains before, but to witness one firsthand was a rare and exhilarating experience.

The air around Yato began to shimmer with a faint, ethereal glow as if responding to his proclamation. Lucas watched with bated breath as the atmosphere shifted, charged with an unseen energy.

Yato's presence seemed to expand, his aura enveloping the surrounding space with a palpable force. The once-silent streets now hummed with the resonance of his domain, a manifestation of his mastery over mana.

Vorath, still struggling against the invisible bonds that held him, recoiled as he felt the pressure of Yato's domain bearing down upon him. His attempts to break free grew increasingly futile, his strength waning in the face of Yato's overwhelming power.

With a serene expression, Yato continued to address Lucas, his voice carrying a weight of authority and assurance. "In my domain, I control the very essence of mana. Every particle of energy in this space bends to my will, amplifying my abilities and suppressing those who oppose me."

Lucas nodded, absorbing Yato's words with rapt attention. The concept of a domain, a realm of absolute control and authority, fascinated him to no end. To witness Yato wield such power was nothing short of awe-inspiring.

As Yato's domain pulsed with intensity, a surge of newfound resolve welled up within Lucas. He understood now, more than ever, the importance of mastering his own abilities and unlocking his true potential.

But amidst the revelation of Yato's domain, a voice cut through the tension, piercing the silence with its venomous tone.

"You dare to wield such power against me, human?" Vorath growled, his voice laced with fury and disbelief. "You may control mana, but you cannot control the wrath of the demons!"

Yato's gaze flickered towards Vorath, his expression unwavering. "In my domain, all are subject to my authority," he declared, his voice resonating with a newfound authority. "Even demons like you, Vorath."

With a flick of his wrist, Yato unleashed a surge of mana, its raw energy coursing through the air like a raging tempest. Vorath, unable to withstand the onslaught, was engulfed in a torrent of divine power, his form writhing in agony as he struggled against the unyielding force of Yato's domain.

As the confrontation reached its climax, Lucas watched in awe as Yato's mastery over mana unfolded before him. In that moment, he knew that he stood in the presence of a true master, a guardian of light amidst the darkness that threatened to consume their world.

And as Yato's domain continued to exert its influence, Lucas couldn't help but feel a surge of pride and gratitude towards his mentor.

As Yato's Mana Domain surged with unparalleled power, Vorath found himself trapped in a maelstrom of divine energy. His form contorted and twisted under the relentless pressure, his demonic essence writhing in agony as Yato's control over mana tightened its grip.

With a fierce determination burning in his eyes, Yato focused his will, channelling the full extent of his domain's might towards Vorath. The air crackled with raw energy, and the ground beneath them trembled as if unable to contain the sheer force unleashed by Yato's mastery.

-Crack!, -Crack!, -Crack!

-Crack!, -Crack!, -Crack!

"Now, die."

In a final, decisive gesture, Yato raised his hand towards Vorath, his fingers curled into a commanding gesture. With a resounding cry, he unleashed a torrent of mana, a surge of divine power that engulfed Vorath in its luminous embrace.

"Haaaaaa! Danm you human! Don't think this will end with me! More demons will come."

"Oh? Let them come, I will send them to hell to give you some company." Yato said to Vorath.

The demonic leader let out a guttural roar of defiance, his form struggling against the overwhelming onslaught. But it was futile. The power of Yato's Mana Domain was absolute, unyielding in its authority over all who dared to oppose it.

As the radiant energy consumed Vorath, his form began to disintegrate, his demonic essence unravelling under the relentless assault of Yato's domain. Piece by piece, he was torn apart, his once-mighty presence reduced to nothing but fading echoes in the wake of Yato's divine wrath.

And then, in a blinding flash of light, Vorath was no more. His form shattered into countless shards, his essence scattered to the winds, consumed by the boundless power of Yato's Mana Domain.

But the destruction did not end there. As the remnants of Vorath's existence faded into oblivion, the unleashed energy of Yato's domain surged outward, its radiant waves rippling across the surrounding landscape.

-Boom!, -Boom!, -Boom!

-Boom!, -Boom!, -Boom!

Buildings crumbled, streets cracked, and the very fabric of reality seemed to tremble under the weight of Yato's power. In a radius of a hundred meters, nothing remained untouched by the cataclysmic force of his domain.

And amidst the chaos, Lucas watched in stunned silence, his heart pounding with awe and disbelief. Never before had he witnessed such raw power, such absolute control over the forces of magic and mana.

As the dust settled and the echoes of the destruction faded into the distance, Lucas turned to Yato, his eyes wide with wonder and admiration. "Master... that was... incredible," he whispered, his voice barely audible over the lingering echoes of the devastation.

Yato nodded, a faint smile playing on his lips. "It was necessary, Lucas," he replied, his tone solemn yet resolute. "Sometimes, to protect what we hold dear, we must be willing to unleash the full extent of our power, no matter the cost."

With those words, Yato turned and began to walk away from the scene of destruction, his form illuminated by the fading light of his Mana Domain.

As Yato and Lucas approached the dimensional barrier, a sense of gravity hung heavy in the air. The remnants of Yato's Mana Domain still lingered, casting an otherworldly glow over the surroundings.

"Step back, Lucas," Yato instructed, his voice steady yet tinged with an undercurrent of determination.

Lucas obeyed without hesitation, taking several steps back to give Yato space to work his magic. He watched with a mixture of anticipation and trepidation as Yato raised his fist, his gaze fixed on the shimmering barrier before them.

With a resolute expression, Yato focused his energy, channeling the power of his Mana Domain into a concentrated burst of force. The air crackled with tension as he unleashed a mighty blow, his fist colliding with the dimensional barrier with a deafening impact.

-Crack! -Boom! -Crack!

The barrier trembled under the force of Yato's attack, its ethereal surface rippling like water disturbed by a stone. Lucas held his breath, his eyes fixed on the scene before him, as cracks began to spiderweb across the barrier's surface.

Yato's determination was palpable, his every movement infused with the power of his domain. With each strike, the barrier weakened, its once-impenetrable facade giving way to the relentless onslaught of Yato's might.

And then, with a final, decisive blow, the barrier shattered.

-Shatter! -Boom! -Shatter!

A wave of energy erupted from the point of impact, rippling outward in all directions. The fabric of reality seemed to warp and twist as the dimensional barrier collapsed, its once-formidable defenses crumbling before Yato's overwhelming power.

As the dust settled and the echoes of the destruction faded into the distance, Lucas turned to Yato, his eyes wide with wonder and admiration. "Master... you did it," he exclaimed, his voice filled with awe.