Let them try...

"It's clear he knows more than most of the Court's goons we've been facing off," Adrian said, drawing his sword. "But for now… we fight. Keep his focus on me," he added, eyes locking onto the stranger's. "We'll deal with the monsters first, then go for him."

"It's clear he knows more than most of the Court's goons we've been facing off," Adrian said, drawing his sword. "But for now… we fight. Keep his focus on me," he added, eyes locking onto the stranger's. "We'll deal with the monsters first, then go for him."

With a swift nod, the goddesses spread out, forming a defensive perimeter around Adrian as the summoned beasts advanced. Lilith's eyes gleamed with a fierce grin as she drew her sword, flames flickering along its edge.

"Oh, I've been waiting for a chance like this," she purred.