The End Draws Near

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As the despair-inducing energy of the Nether Severance hurtled towards Aaron, his eyes narrowed with a slightly solemn expression. However, he soon relaxed as he received a message from his abnormal Spirit. In response to Apollo's attack, he thrust his spear forward.

When the two strikes collided, both sides were blown into the distance. Be that as it may, when the distortion caused by the impact subsided, Aaron's silver armor possessed quite a few cracks. Although his state wasn't terrible, he relinquished his armor and weapon before gazing upon Apollo.

"It seems I am still not your match when you go all out, but I am making ample progress. I don't aim to be your rival, I just seek to be as strong as you," Aaron stated with a resolute demeanor.