BXBX NOVEL Chapter 192: Dangerous Variable
They were all fans of Angela, eager to get a closer look at her.
Those who bought tickets were seated near the stage, while those with free tickets occupied the outer sections of the stadium.
Outside, even more people gathered, the government providing additional seating and extra security to keep things orderly.
Various stores had also set up booths, sponsoring the event and turning the entire area into a vibrant festival.
"Man, our governor is the best. I can't believe she went all out with this concert."
"Yeah, and what's amazing is that all of this was done in just a day. I even heard she burned through her own bank account to make this possible."
"She's an angel. I'm glad I voted for her last election, ."
Gossips about the governor's effort to make this happen spread through the crowd. This was the first time her rating had skyrocketed to this level.
"One thing is for sure, she will win again the next election," one of them exclaimed, and mostly agreed, unaware that they might not even be alive to vote because of the same person that they kept on praising.
BUMP!
"Hey, watch where you're going," the man grumbled, ready to give a piece of his mind to whoever had bumped into him.
But his irritation quickly dissipated as he caught sight of the tall figure with white hair and a bandage in the eye.
"I'm sorry," the man muttered, instinctively stepping aside to make way .
"I'm sorry too," Reign replied with a chuckle, surprising the man who had expected a harsher response.
'Man, I should really stop judging a book by its cover,' the man muttered to himself, feeling remorseful for being too judgmental.
Little did he know that Reign's apology was for an entirely different reason altogether.
In the middle of the crowd , Reign began releasing a colorless gas from inside his body.
Finally, he found a use for the ability he had acquired long ago.
And thanks to the sheer number of people, the whole place stank of sweat, masking any awareness of the virus as he contaminated the air around him.
He made another round, discreetly moving through the ventilation system and air conditioning units to contaminate the air further.
The virus he released was light, bouncing around the air, increasing its contagiousness.
After completing his task, he climbed up to the upper levels to meet with Aiku, who had disguised herself first.
<VIP Lounge >
Reign and Aiku were now seated in a comfortable room for important and wealthy people, positioned high above the concert floor, giving them a clear view of the bustling crowd below.
The lounge was elegantly furnished with comfortable leather seating and expensive looking decor.
Large windows along one side offered a sweeping view of the concert venue, while expensive speakers lined the walls, perfectly mimicking the real voices of the performers without any interference.
Soft lighting added a cozy ambiance to the room, making it feel exclusive and welcoming.
Outside the divided viewing area for VIP's, staff moved among the guests, offering snacks, food and drinks from a bar in one corner.
Overall, the VIP lounge felt refined and comfortable, providing an ideal spot to enjoy the concert while not having to go through the hassle of mingling with the crowds while waiting.
However—
Reign was pleased to see the large crowd below him.
They looked like ants from his vantage point, and he couldn't help but imagine how much satisfying it was to devour each and everyone of them.
This number of humans would soon be his food, fueling his power much further.
The auditorium had a capacity of 80,000 people, and it was filled to capacity.
Aiku had instructed the installation of more portable air conditioning units and an additional 10,000 seats to accommodate more attendees.
Some fans had gathered outside, numbering up to 50,000, all cheering and watching the scene unfold on a 300-inch monitor.
This was all he could ask for.
His job was already finished, and he just had to wait for these people to come home and infect their close relatives.
The only issue he had right now was Angela, the unknown variable in his plan.
"ANGELA !"
"ANGELA !"
"ANGELA !"
"ANGELA !"
The whole crowd erupted in unified cheers, their shouts enough to shake the whole place.
As the stage lights dimmed, in response to their cheers, the air was filled with the sound of instruments.
Suddenly, a spotlight illuminated a particular spot on the center stage
While the instrument increase its tempo from below the stage ,a drop gorgeous woman emerged being carried by a round moving platform.
She wore a simple but elegant gown, crafted from flowing white fabric with subtle gold embellishments
The dress fit her figure perfectly, highlighting her natural beauty.
As she stood in the spotlight, her golden hair flowed down her back, framing her flawless face.
The soft glow of the spotlight emphasized her features, giving her an angelic aura .
"This song is dedicated to all my fans out there. Thank you for coming to see me, " she spoke warmly, her voice resonating through the stadium with a soothing charm that captivated everyone.
Despite the number of crowds, her words felt intimate and personal, as if she were speaking directly to each individual in the audience.
They were all entranced by her presence, their attention solely focused on her face.
"This song is for everyone... Angel's Descent," she declared, and with that, she began to sing.
Her angelic voice filled the auditorium, wrapping around the audience like a warm embrace.
It was as if each note she sang carried a piece of heaven with it, resonating deep within the hearts of those who listened.
The crowd fell silent, captivated by the ethereal sound emanating from the stage.
People in the crowd felt as though they were being transported to another realm, a place where only pure, and innocence existed.
Every note she sang felt like a blessing, a gift from above that touched the soul and lifted the spirit.
'This bitch , she's practically hypnotizing people ,' Reign cursed inwardly as he watched the scene unfold.
The energy inside his body automatically protected him, indicating that she was trying to influence the minds of others.
From what he could see, her ability to control people was not as concentrated as that cult leader's, but it had a wider range.
He glanced at Aiku and noticed that she was also unaffected.
Not only that, but he observed the crowd and realized that some of them were not bothered by it either.
Many of them looked like they knew how to fight, perhaps working for the government or other organizations.
It seemed that only normal humans with no way of defending against her charm were affected, and it wasn't something that completely controlled minds; rather, it just made others view her in a more favorable light.
'What is she planning to do?' He mused to himself.
This level of influence wouldn't garner much devotion or faith, and even if it did, it wouldn't be particularly powerful.
It was like diluting something in a basin of water; even poison would be ineffective in such a large quantity.
"Something is wrong, Master," Aiku's words caught Reign's attention.
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Authors Note
Starting from June 3rd, I'll be posting three chapters per day until June 10th, just like I did previously.
This will make a total of seven bonus chapters as a token of gratitude for the Powerstones and Golden Tickets for this month.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support.