Chapter 46: The Ambush

Sonny reacted instantly, summoning a Mana Shield around himself. A pale, milky-white barrier shimmered into existence, granting him a fleeting sense of security.

But the damage had already begun.

The Corrosion Arrow had left a blackened scar across his waist, its toxic energy burrowing deeper into his flesh. Blood seeped from the wound, dark and tainted, carrying the stench of rot.

"Argh!" A sharp, searing pain shot through his body, forcing a scream from his lips.

The corrosive energy clung to his skin like a branding iron, burning relentlessly, devouring his flesh inch by inch.

With trembling hands, Sonny fumbled for a Whitefresh Healing Potion. Uncorking the vial, he poured the liquid onto the wound.

Hissssss!

A cloud of white smoke billowed from his waist as the potion reacted with the dark energy, sizzling against his flesh.

The agony twisted his features, but he had no time to recover.