Chapter 204 Book 5 Round 2
Li An barely rolled clear as the column of water smashed through stone, leaving a gaping wound in the cavern wall. Shards rained down, clinking against the floor like a morbid applause and water began to flow in.
Her heart hammered in her chest.
Gronak turned toward her, his entire body glistening unnaturally. Thin streams of water slithered across his arms and shoulders like living armor. The air grew damp, almost thick, making every breath heavier. His footsteps squelched against the now-wet ground, each one booming as he stalked toward her with deadly calm.
Seedee, she thought, eyes narrowing. Analysis?
The Water Bead grants minor hydrokinesis. Strength and durability enhanced. Speed... unknown. Caution: environment now favors him.
Li An's jaw clenched. She felt the ground subtly vibrating as rivulets of water crept underfoot — he was using the water and the very moisture around them to gain power.
Gronak raised a hand.
