Revenge [2]

Boom—!!!

As my arrow hit Magnus, a deafening explosion engulfed the hall in flames. 

The scorching heat licked at our skin as we momentarily shielded our eyes from the blinding light.

It was my new Exploding Arrow – the upgraded version of the one I used against Reina. This one packed more punch than the previous one.

However, even after I landed a successful hit, we all knew that this attack alone would not suffice to defeat a vampire as powerful as Magnus.

As the smoke cleared, a monstrous figure emerged from the ashes. 

Its charcoal-colored skin was rough, and its limbs were elongated, giving it a grotesque appearance. 

Two sharp fangs protruded from its mouth, and two glowing red orbs replaced its eyes.

There was no doubt about it - it was Magnus. The tattered remains of his burnt suit from the explosion of my arrow easily confirmed his true identity.