The masked man's aura exploded outward, causing the entire tunnel to shake violently.
Klea's expression changed immediately. She had suspected the mysterious figure was powerful, perhaps even stronger than Hendrik, but the pressure descending upon the battlefield far exceeded her expectations.
Three Cosmos.
The realization struck her instantly.
This was not an opponent she could defeat.
Fortunately, victory had never been her objective.
Without the slightest hesitation, silver feathers erupted behind her as she activated the Icarus Wings.
Rather than charging toward the masked man, she accelerated toward the nearest tunnel exit, her figure becoming a streak of silver light.
"Trying to run?"
The masked man raised both hands as flaming circle gathered around his fingers. Moments later, dozens of blazing stones erupted forward like a meteor shower, tearing through the corridor in pursuit.
Klea never looked back.
