Creak~
On the tranquil water surface, the sound of the box lid opening was exceptionally clear. Suddenly, a pitch-black lightning leapt out from the gap. With a thunderous crack, Shard, who was initially standing on the water surface, was blasted dozens of meters away by the lightning, rolling several times on the water before coming to a stop.
"Meow~"
The cat on the shore watched Shard worriedly, as if the dense fog could not obstruct its sight.
"Oh, this is really something!"
The Moonlight Greatsword in his hand had already dissipated, and Shard, whose left sleeve was almost completely torn, trembled as he stood up. The black arcs of electricity jumped across his body a few times before quickly disappearing, and he spat out a mouthful of smoke from between his teeth.
