Gerald's grasp closed on empty air, his fingers passing through the dissipating mist like smoke.
He paused for a moment, his expression a mixture of frustration and determination.
'Damn it, what a slippery snake!' Gerald cursed silently.
It was clear that Kralos Tal's escape wasn't going to be as simple as a physical pursuit.
As the dark mist continued to disperse, revealing nothing but the empty space it once occupied, Vanessa and Shi Tian exchanged wary glances.
"He got away," Vanessa muttered, her voice tinged with frustration. It was clear that Kralos Tal's elusiveness wasn't something they had anticipated.
Meanwhile, Shi Tian's mechanical arm hummed softly, the residual energy from the battle still coursing through it. He made a few glances around the area, his analytical mind processing the situation.
"He won't be gone for good," Shi Tian finally spoke, his voice calm but firm. "He'll be back, and at that time, he will be even more difficult to deal with."
