Yukihina PoV
I remained in front of the nexus. Aventine had returned to the earring to save Vadim's remaining mana.
Before she left, she said Vadim and the others were in trouble. I thought of going to help them, but this realm was vast. There was no guarantee that I would reach them. Plus, someone had to stay back and guard the seal leading home.
A few creatures had appeared since my allies departed. The weakest ones I took care of right away. But as the minutes passed, the ones I fought got stronger. It was like this place was learning my limits and adjusting the challenges it threw at me.
A horde of manticore-like beasts appeared in front of me. Prowling like hungry lions, seeking their next prey. But thankfully, I had experience fighting lions.
I created a thick ice wall between me and them and sighed. These guys weren't going down easy.
"Give me your best shot," I said.
