Divine Blood (3)

Orion shook his head and reassured her, saying, "Don't worry, I'll come after you once I'm done. Just do me a favour and run when you have the chance." He understood Princess Crystalia's concerns because he himself wasn't entirely confident about his plan. 

Nevertheless, he had concluded that obtaining that sword was crucial to completing the trial, so he decided to give it a try. 

However, if he failed, he wanted them to reach safety first, as he knew he could escape later.

"Alright, I'll do as you say. But if you waste time and don't come back, then I will kill you myself," Princess Crystalia said with a worried expression, her gaze turning fierce as she looked at Orion.

Orion nodded with a wry smile on his lips and replied, "Don't worry, I don't plan on dying."

Princess Crystalia nodded in agreement, and they both turned to watch as the group collected several droplets of divine blood and passed them down one after another.