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Chapter 1: THE GREAT WAR

The ground shook with a deafening boom as the celestial unleashed a devastating crimson energy ball at his opponent. The enemies charged in for another assault, determined to put an end to the battle once and for all. But Dronzer refused to go down without a fight. He pushed his body beyond its limits, tapping into an unimaginable power source.

With twenty enemies closing in on him, Dronzer knew he had little time left. He could feel the weight of their full-powered attacks bearing down on him. It was a hopeless situation, but he was not one to back down. He knew he had to give it his all, no matter the cost.

As the battle raged on, Dronzer's body began to tremble with the intensity of his power. He could feel his strength waning, his energy fading away. But he refused to give up. With a fierce determination in his eyes, he unleashed his final attack, a burst of energy so powerful it shook the very foundations of the earth.

But even as he launched his attack, he knew it was not enough. His opponents were too strong, too numerous. He had fought valiantly, but in the end, he knew he was no match for their relentless onslaught. And so, with a heavy heart, he braced himself for the final blow, ready to meet his fate with honor and courage.

The celestial's enemies closed in on him, their cruel taunts ringing in his ears. One of them sneered at him, relishing in his weakness. "How does it feel to be overpowered? To be at death's door, helpless and alone?" One of them laughed, his eyes glittering with malice. "You betrayed us. You should have known better than to turn against your own kind. Did you really think you could take on twenty of us at once? You are either incredibly brave or incredibly stupid."

Dronzer gritted his teeth, his anger burning hot within him. He knew he was outmatched, but he refused to go down without a fight. His enemies may have thought they had won, but he was not one to be underestimated. With a fierce determination, he gathered his remaining strength and launched one final attack, determined to take down as many of his foes as he could before he fell.

Breathless and weary, Dronzer gazed up at his enemies, a note of confusion in his voice. "What's this all about?" he gasped. "Why are you doing this? We used to fight together, side by side. I never did anything to provoke your anger or your hatred. So why now? Why are you attacking me like this?"

Despite his exhaustion, his mind was sharp. He couldn't make sense of what was happening. The Celestials had always been his comrades. He couldn't fathom why they would turn on him like this. But even as he spoke, he knew deep down that he might never get an answer. His enemies had made up their minds, and they were intent on destroying him at any cost.

Dronzer strained to gather his energy, his eyes narrowed in determination. He knew he couldn't let his guard down, not even for a moment, if he hoped to survive this battle. But his enemy wasn't about to let up. With a cruel grin, he spoke, his voice dripping with malice.

"You call yourself a celestial, a being beyond even the gods themselves. And yet, what do I see? I see you protecting those pathetic humans, those pitiful creatures who should be crushed beneath our feet. How sickening it is to see you standing up for them, when they are nothing but disobedient ants in the eyes of majestic beings like us!"

Dronzer bristled at the insult, his eyes flashing with anger. He knew that most of the Celestials had always viewed humans with contempt, but to hear it spoken aloud like this was infuriating. He refused to let his enemy's words get to him, however. With a fierce determination, he summoned his remaining strength and prepared to strike back, ready to defend the very beings he had pledged to protect.

Dronzer's enemy grew impatient with his words, sneering at him with contempt. "Enough of this talk, you fool!" he spat. "Let's finish this once and for all! Astral Manipulation Shadow, 5th form: Fury of living hell!"

Without warning, a swirling vortex of dark energy erupted around Dronzer, engulfing him in a maelstrom of pain and suffering. The Celestial's attack was merciless, and Dronzer's body trembled as he struggled to withstand the onslaught. The battle had taken a great toll on him, and he knew he was on his last legs. Fighting twenty enemies at once, each one at full strength, was more than any one being could handle.

Despite his agony, however, he refused to give up. His spirit burned bright within him, and he knew that as long as he still had the will to fight, he still had a chance. Summoning all the strength he had left, he prepared to launch one final attack, determined to take down as many of his enemies as he could before he fell.

One of his enemies spoke up, relishing in the suffering of their foe. "Don't rush things," he said with a cruel grin. "Let's take our time and make him suffer. I know you're enjoying his helplessness just as much as I am. But let's spice things up a bit. Keep an eye on him and make sure he doesn't die. Not yet, anyway."

Anubis, however, saw the danger in allowing Dronzer to continue fighting. He turned to Light, his expression serious. "Stop fooling around," he said sternly. "He may be weakened, but he is still a celestial for a reason. If we push him too far, things could get dangerous. Look around you - eighteen of us have already been defeated by him singlehandedly."

Despite the warning, Light remained hesitant. He couldn't deny the thrill of seeing his enemy suffer, and he was in no hurry to end the fight. But Anubis knew better. He understood the power of Dronzer and he knew that underestimating him would only lead to disaster. It was time to finish this fight, once and for all.

Dronzer strained to look up at Light, his body wracked with pain. "What are you planning to do?" he asked.

Light looked down at his enemy, a twisted smile on his face. "You see, my friend, I feel a bit sad about sending you to the other side alone," he said. "So, I thought I might as well bring some company with you."

The celestial's heart sank as Light gestured towards a woman nearby. "Take a look at this human dog. Isn't she a friend of yours?" Light taunted. "I'm planning to send her along with you. Hope you both enjoy your afterlife, together... forever. BWAHAHAHA!!"

Dronzer pleaded with Light to spare the woman, but his enemy remained unmoved. "She has nothing to do with this. You want to settle things with me, not her. Let her go right now!!" Dronzer croaked, his voice barely above a whisper.

But Light only laughed in response, revelling in the power he held over the celestial. It was clear that he had no mercy in his heart, and Dronzer knew that he would have to fight until his last breath to save the woman he cared for.

Then light drew out his blade,' Your name, Celina was it? Time to bid farewell to this world once and for all!!"

The next moment, all Dronzer can see was the body of his friend lying motionless on the ground. His eyes expressing shock and sorrow as he dragged himself to her. However, the girl held out her hand and touched Dronzer's cheek, and smiled.

Celina smiled painfully at Dronzer and said, 'Dronzer, just let it go. It is not a sin to fight for what is right... There are some people who cannot be reached with words alone. These individuals are such beings. I understand how you feel; you are gentle and dislike to hurt. I know this because I once felt the same way, but it is because you cherish life that you must protect it.'

Dronzer could only stare at his dying friend in utter shock, he tried to say something but the words won't just come out of his mouth.

Light scowled at Celina's sentimental words. "Enough of this drivel," he sneered. "I'll handle this my way, without your interference."

Undeterred, Celina maintained her gentle smile. "Release your inhibitions" she urged him. "Fight for the people I cherished and protect their lives. I know you possess the strength to do so; I can sense it within you. Just let it all out."

Light approached Celina's lifeless body, his expression unyielding. In one swift motion, he brought his foot down upon her skull, crushing it beneath his heel. Dronzer was aghast at the grisly scene before him, struggling to contain the overwhelming surge of emotions that ravaged his being - anger, grief, anguish, and so much more.

Light looked at Dronzer, "Yet another human you could have saved..."

Instead of tears, blood flowed down Dronzer's cheeks as he thought to himself,' Celina, you loved life and you gave everything to save it and you were just a mere human. I let you die. I can't do that...I won't watch it anymore. I-I feel it slipping. My power is going haywire. I won't watch this anymore!!!'

With a mighty roar that echoed across the land, Dronzer unleashed a tremendous burst of energy that shook the very foundations of the world. It was a terrifying display of power, one that left all who bore witness trembling in fear. For in that moment, the true strength of the Celestial had been revealed, unleashed by the words of his fallen friend, who had shattered the chains of fear and hesitation that held Dronzer in thrall.

Light and Anubis were overwhelmed with fear as they trembled in Dronzer's presence, unable to comprehend how he had acquired such tremendous power. Even Light, who had once possessed a great deal of courage, could feel it slipping away as he witnessed Raizel's might. Anubis, too, was shocked and realized that their fate was sealed; they had no chance of winning against such monstrous power now. Dronzer, consumed with anger and fury, was driven by the memories of his dying friend's words, which had left his heart heavy with grief.

"Celina, I promise to fulfill your wish. I will protect this life that you held so dear!" Dronzer thundered, his voice echoing across the battlefield. "And as for the rest of you," he growled, his gaze narrowing on his enemies, "I will reduce you to nothing but ash and rubble!"

"We're done for, Anubis. I should have listened to you," Light said, his voice tinged with regret.

But Anubis was frozen with fear, his eyes glued to Raizel's steadily increasing power.' There is no end to his power!.... It-It just keeps on increasing and is extraordinary.

"Pyrus Astral Manipulation, 9th form: Ragnarok!", yelled Dronzer as his eyes blazed with fury as he glared at the group of twenty before him. "May you suffer for all eternity in the depths of Hades!" he roared, unleashing a devastating attack with his Astral Manipulation.

As the dust settled, Light's voice rose up, seething with anger and hatred. "I curse you, Dronzer! Mark my words, one day I will destroy everything you hold dear!" he shouted, his vow echoing across the battlefield.

Dronzer unleashed a powerful blast of blue energy that disintegrated his opponents into fine dust. Exhausted and bleeding profusely from his injuries, Dronzer knew that his time was nigh. Summoning all the strength he had left, he formed a ball of blue energy and threw it into the stormy skies.

"May the heavens have mercy on the people of this world. Let there be light once more... LUMINE MAXIMUS!!!" he exclaimed, his voice ringing out across the battlefield. The skies began to clear, revealing a clear blue color that filled Dronzer with warmth. As the light shone upon him, it was as if the heavens themselves were kissing the Celestial on his forehead.

Then, another figure appeared. Tall with shoulder-length blonde hair and watery purple eyes that glistened in the light of his master, he approached Dronzer and knelt at his feet.

" I knew you would come! You never follow my orders, do you?" Dronzer said with a smile.

The butler looked down, his voice filled with humility. "I humbly apologize for disobeying your command, Master. My body was simply moved on it's own."

Dronzer's laughter echoed across the battlefield, filling his butler's heart with joy. It was moments like these that made all his sacrifices worthwhile. As Dronzer laughed, the sun shone brighter, and the cool winds blew, as if nature itself was paying homage to the Celestial's gallant actions.

"I want you to do me a favour," Dronzer said, looking at his humble housekeeper.

"Anything you wish, sire," the butler replied, his voice filled with loyalty and devotion.

Dronzer gazed mournfully upon Celina's lifeless form, his heart heavy with grief. "Assist me in interring my friend," he implored his butler, his voice choked with emotion. "It is imperative that she receive the proper burial rites."

Together, Dronzer and his butler laid Celina to rest, their hearts heavy with the weight of their loss. As they completed the final rites, Dronzer's eyes burned with a fierce determination. "I have failed in my duty as a Celestial," he lamented. "I made fighting wars, violence, glory and blood my sole purpose as a Celestial, In my aspirations, I forgot about what is right. I didn't protect anyone, it was you who saved them all in the end. You perished because of my shortcomings, and for that, I can never forgive myself. But I swear by your memory that I will fight to protect humanity and vanquish evil until my dying breath. That is my solemn promise to you."

With that, the celestial collapsed, spent from the exertions of the day. As he fell into a deep slumber, he reached out to touch the seal on his wrist, and it glowed with a brilliant light. His body was then sealed, destined to wander the world for years to come until fate deemed it time for him to be reawakened.

The butler placed his pendant atop the coffin, a silent tribute to his fallen master. "May we meet again," he murmured softly, before turning to leave.