VOLUME 42: A FIERCE CLASH

Chapter 78: The Clash of Light and Shadows

Scene: The battlefield at the borders of the South Nation. Rylan, exhausted from his battle with Vesper, is supported by Eren and Aria. The atmosphere is tense as they prepare for the next phase of the battle.

Narrator: With Rylan's battle concluded, Eren steps forward, his resolve unwavering as he prepares to face Zarek. But the battle takes an unexpected turn as Lumea, another of Zarek's powerful allies, swoops in and targets Aria.

Lumea descends from the sky, her white wings gleaming with energy. She lands gracefully and immediately sets her sights on Aria.

Lumea: (smirking) Let's see what you're made of, little healer.

Aria: (determined) I'm not just a healer. I'm a fighter too.

Before Eren can react, Lumea lunges at Aria with incredible speed, her hands glowing with white mana. Aria, caught off guard, barely manages to deflect the attack with a shield of her own mana.