A SHEILD, A SACRIFICE, A MONSTER

The air crackled with tension as the battle between Ruel and Father erupted into action. Ruel's muscles tensed, his eyes locking onto Father with predatory intent. Without hesitation, he was the first to move, charging forward in a blur of speed. The sound of his boots pounding against the ground echoed in the tense silence.

"Sharp Nail!" Ruel roared, his voice filled with venom as a faint glow shimmered around his figure. His entire body surged forward, doubling his speed in an instant. The ground beneath his feet seemed to tremble as he closed the distance between them, his sword poised to strike Father's chest with deadly precision.

But Father, calm and composed, didn't flinch. His eyes narrowed as he extended his hand outward, fingers splayed, as if commanding the very air around him.

"Wind Repel!" Father's voice rang out, authoritative and unyielding.