"Did I say you can leave?"
Roman's entire body froze hearing the chilling tone.
His battle instincts, sharpened by years of blood and war, screamed in alarm. His body moved on its own, bending backward just in time.
SWISHHH!
A faint hum cut through the air.
Tzzzzz!
The rocky hill behind him exploded, scattering stone and dust into the sky. The force shook the ground.
Roman's head snapped up, and his crimson eyes widened. Standing a few meters away was Kael, his sword drawn, the faint glow of power still humming around the blade.
"Shit..." Selena muttered, her voice trembling.
Her eyes widened in terror as she stared at Kael.
Roman's lips twisted in anger. "Human... Are you too eager to die?"
Kael blinked and tilted his head slightly, confused. "Eager? We haven't even fought yet, and you already decided the outcome?"
Roman let out a scoff. "A S-rank dares to defy a demon who is close to SS-rank? What a joke."
