At the last moment, Adam managed to jump aside as a pale blue explosion engulfed the underground gorge. But Dayra wasn't as quick. She was too eager to deal with Lyrod right here and now, exposing herself to the shockwave.
The explosion threw her aside, leaving nothing of her roots behind. Adam was also injured, but to a much lesser extent than Dayra, who was too close due to her recklessness and, to some extent, greed.
Step. Step. Step.
Echoing footsteps sounded from a figure emerging from the riverbed. Deftly, the figure climbed onto the bank, heading straight for Adam, who was trying to make out the silhouette through the steam mixed with dust.
Then, his eyes widened as he held the needle out in front of him to block the fist moving straight at him.
The impact threw Adam back, causing a trickle of blood to flow from the corner of his mouth, but he managed to land on his feet and maintain his fighting posture.
After that, Lyrod revealed himself.
