Indeed, the creatures' earlier domination had evaporated with their Silver-rank leaders' deaths.
"Pursue and eliminate," Zhao commanded. "Leave none alive to regroup."
Her forces spread across the district with confidence, hunting down isolated monsters with ease.
Victory was finally within reach.
...
The battle between Ezekiel and the monkey had escalated beyond human comprehension. Buildings collapsed under the pressure of their clashing auras, buildings unable to withstand their power.
The monkey's extended staff struck from multiple angles with fluidity. Each blow carried enough force to level city blocks, yet Ezekiel met them with his axe.
Both are approaching Gold-rank. Not quite there, but close enough to be dangerous.
Ethan observed from multiple positions, using his speed to maintain optimal viewing angles while avoiding the destruction radiating from their combat. Every exchange taught him something new about their powers.
