Alice vs Cedric

Seeing Cedric's powerful kick approaching at lightning speed, Nora felt a mix of helplessness and despair in his heart.

"Damn this body! It can't react fast enough."

Cursing inwardly, he could only grit his teeth and brace for impact. He hoped that everything was just as Alice had said—that he wouldn't die.

He wasn't afraid of death. But he was afraid of dying now. He feared that if he died, there would be no one left to uncover humanity's true fate and do everything in their power to prevent that day from coming.

Boom!

"Fire Bullet!"

Suddenly, an explosion rang out, and a fireball shot through the air, striking Cedric's leg.

Seeing this, Cedric immediately coated his body in metal for defense. He let out a cold snort.

"Hmph, so you finally decided to step in, Alice."

Thick smoke and flames engulfed him, obscuring his figure. A few seconds later, Cedric emerged from the haze—completely unharmed.