Boom!
The earth trembled violently beneath their feet, a shockwave rippling through the air.
The fiery shield protecting the man began to crack and splinter under Grey's relentless furious jump kick, his eyes wide with panic.
"No…!" the man screamed, bracing for the crushing blow.
But just as Grey was about to land the final strike, a shimmering metal barrier erupted between them, halting his advance mid-air.
With a powerful twist, Grey landed solidly on the ground and roared, "Who's there?!"
His piercing blue eyes locked onto the mysterious figure before him, a woman cloaked in shadow, her silver hair cascading like moonlight, her gaze sharp and unreadable.
In her hand, a silver grimoire pulsed ominously, its power radiating from her like a living force.
Grey spun around and slammed two brutal punches into the metal shield.
Bang! Bang!
Veins bulged across his clenched fists as he gripped the shield tightly, muscles straining with immense force.
