The Hidden Floor

Helios coughed and groaned painfully as I approached her.

Her bruised and battered body was a far cry from the smooth and clear skin she used to have.

Her pathetic self was surrounded by my subordinates as they parted their close circle to allow me enter. Once they dispersed, I got a better look at her.

"Looks like this is the end." I smiled at the girl.

"Cheh! Nng!"

I could see her gritting her teeth and glaring hatefully at me. She would tear me to pieces if given the opportunity, so I was cautious enough not to be careless around her.

Her body shouldn't have been able to move, and I saw that her HP was almost rock bottom. Without her Gear, and with her MP completely drained, there was no way she could make a comeback.

Still… experience had thought me not to underestimate anyone.

"I'll be collecting your Soul now."