The moment Ethan used his last strike, his vision turned blurry. Breathing was hard; his body was in tatters. He was on the verge of losing consciousness. However, his body forced him to stay awake.
It was because of the intent that was being released from the newly appearing figure, as well as the explosion that had just happened. After all, such an explosion would force everyone to wake up.
Clad in pitch darkness, the figure emanated such a strong killing intent and hatred that Ethan couldn't help but feel scared.
'Who is this?'
Ethan asked himself. Where did this person come from? Was there always there? He hadn't noticed at all.
However, what was more impressive was the fact that the flying chakrams around the space. The newly arrived dark figure dealt with the assassin, who was injured thanks to his attack.
The figure's moves were clean and practiced. The way they utilized the chakrams and the mana surrounding them showed their expertise.
However, it was evident that Master Assassin was still able to deal with the assailant to a certain degree.
After a bunch of blow exchanges, the fight between the two finally met their end.
THUD!
The head, belonging to the master assassin, fell to the ground. However, the dark-clad assailant also suffered some losses from the clash as now there was a hole in their chest.
Blood was dripping from the injury as the flesh corresponding to the surface was being devoured and deteriorated by the position disgustingly.
"Burghk-!"
The dark-clad assailant coughed blood, their body injured and shaking.
At that exact second, the disciple who had been locked in combat with Emily realized the fate that awaited him if he didn't act swiftly.
CLANK!
With lightning-fast reflexes, he deflected Emily's sword attack, his movements fluid and precise.
But instead of pressing his advantage against Emily, the disciple's attention was drawn to his fallen master.
With a solemn expression, he checked the body and realized that his master was no longer her. Then, his gaze fixed on the severed hand that still clutched something tightly.
'FUCK!'
Realizing that he was no longer in a position to complete the mission safely, his mind started working.
SWOOSH!
With a quick slash, he threw a crescent blood wave to Emily, who was breathing heavily from the constant fighting.
Even though her mana had undergone a change, she didn't have the necessary time to accommodate the feeling; thus, she was unable to use her potential to the max.
And the Assassin that she was facing was not an easy opponent as well. His speed and his abilities were quite troublesome to deal with, thanks to his blood magic.
CLANK!
However, she forced herself to stand up just to give Ethan the free time. Though the appearance of the dark-clad assailant caught her off guard, she knew her job hadn't changed.
CLANK! CLANK!
She deflected the rapidly approaching crescent blood waves while also constantly reminding herself to check her body so that no ailments were spread inside. She was once struck by the ailment, and that almost cost her life.
On the other side, utilizing his blood manipulation abilities, the disciple reached out with his own blood, manipulating the severed hand that once belonged to his master.
From the blood and flesh that corresponded to the severed surface, a bunch of threads began to form, weaving together to create a makeshift connection.
–SWOOSH!
With careful precision, the disciple manipulated the threads, guiding the severed hand to himself. And as the hand drew near, he reached out and plucked the ring from his master's finger, his actions swift and deliberate.
With the ring in hand, the disciple's expression hardened as he looked at the people responsible for the death of his master.
With that, while gritting his teeth, he channeled his mana into the ring and followed.
Emily realized what was happening, and in an instant, she attempted to leap and shorten the distance.
"You are not going anywhere!"
However, she was too late, as the spatial mana around the assassin fluctuated. Following that, the guy was slowly sucked into the portal appearing.
But at that exact second, that portal also removed his mask and his cloak, revealing the face of the assassin.
It was a young man with his head shaved.
His dark-tanned skin contrasted sharply with the intricate tattoos that adorned his body, each one telling a story of its own.
Upon his shaved head, countless tattoos covered his scalp, depicting various symbols and images in a ritualistic manner. Serpents intertwined with worms, forming a mesmerizing yet eerie pattern. But it was the tattoo on his forehead that drew the most attention—a star with five-pointed edges, with a man depicted hanging from a cross within its center.
The details of the tattoo were chilling, as if the man hanging from the cross was reaching out to the young man, his hands elongated and stretching towards the young man's eyes. It was a disturbing image that sent shivers down Ethan's spine.
The young man's gaze was intense, his eyes reflecting a mixture of anger and determination. He clenched his fists tightly, his resolve evident as he faced Ethan and Emily with unwavering determination.
"You…..You are all going to pay for everything…I will make sure of it….." his voice was low and menacing, filled with an air of vengeance. His brown eyes shone red for a split second as blood poured from his eyes.
"We never forget our promises."
Following that, with a surge of spatial mana, the young man was slowly pulled into the portal, disappearing from view.
And in that fleeting moment, Ethan caught a glimpse of the young man's expression—a distorted expression that even he could not help but flinch.
It was a haunting sight that would stay with Ethan long after the young man had disappeared into the unknown.
But things didn't end here, and Ethan knew that. At that moment, Ethan's attention was forced to be drawn to the figure whose face was obscured by a mask. Despite the mask, Ethan could sense the intense gaze directed at him, causing him to flinch involuntarily. The intent emanating from the assailant was palpable, filling the air with an ominous presence.
However, in a split second, the direction of the assailant's intent shifted, letting Ethan relax without the pressure.
"ETHAN!"
Just as Emily shouted a warning, believing the assailant was targeting Ethan, the gravity around her suddenly intensified, rendering her unable to move.
She was trapped, immobilized by the oppressive force exerted by the assailant. The dark-clad figure's hand was now shining black-purple.
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