Testing the Soul

"Phoenix Arises"

A lifelike and a vivid projection of a phoenix which was thrice as large as previously came out of the halberd. Not only was it large but completely different. It had brown-colored feathers and four multicolored tails with devil horns on top of its head.

Aiden saw this and scoffed, "So, it was a spell from your middle-grade spiritual artifact. Even though it's far stronger now, do you think that it will save you?"

He then squeezed every bit of his energy into his axe such that even his body began to dry up. Slowly, he had become smaller and smaller and finally returned to his human form. However, it was worth it as his phantom had become larger again.

"Damn, although I acted tough, I had to go all out." He cursed as he knew that he wouldn't have been a match against him if he hadn't taken this step.

"Cough, cough-" he suddenly coughed out blood and found it difficult to stand. It seemed like his injuries were too heavy.