Seizing the Essence

Inside the Ancient Gate, Firebird Temple.

The protective barrier formed by the stone pillars at the mountain's edge was under relentless assault from Sable Grim and Aurelia Sin.

Boom!

The entire mountaintop trembled violently, making the already dilapidated Firebird Temple appear as though it might collapse at any moment.

"This barrier's tougher than I thought," Sable Grim said with a wild grin. His body, radiating red mist, was at its peak, and every strike he unleashed carried terrifying power.

"Mr. Sable Grim, take it easy. If you bring the whole mountaintop crashing down, we might miss out on some treasures," Aurelia Sin teased in her usual coquettish tone.

"It's here," Sable Grim said sharply, stepping back a few paces.

Aurelia Sin's playful expression turned serious as she also retreated. A powerful aura was rapidly approaching their position.