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[ Extraction Complete! ]
[ Extraction Complete! ]
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Just as the message faded, Aster lunged forward—hatred burning in his eyes, blood still dripping from the wound on his leg.
His Jian clashed against Ares's katana. The sharp ring of steel echoed through the cavern, blending seamlessly with the rhythm of battle raging between the instructor and Teon.
But then—something changed.
Aster's presence shifted. He activated his Soul Weapon's enchantment.
Flames erupted along the length of his blade, turning steel into a firestorm. He struck again and again, each swing a blazing arc of fury.
Ares held his ground, blocking each attack, but the searing heat licked at his fingers with every parry. The fire bit deeper with every blow—yet he stood firm, refusing to yield.
