[: 3rd POV :]
The air grew heavy, silence falling upon the gathered rulers as the energy disintegrated into nothingness within the grip of the colossal, invisible hand.
The sky above the Forbidden Continent sealed itself again, leaving only the undisturbed barrier, humming as though mocking their futile efforts.
The Demon King clenched his fists.
"Impossible… The Orb of Nebula should've pierced through anything! Even divine constructs!"
His voice trembled, equal parts rage and disbelief.
Queen Lilith stared at the heavens, her expression tightening.
"Then what… was that thing?"
No one answered.
No one dared to.
All eyes eventually turned to Sylvene.
The Spirit Empress stood still, her pale hands clasped tightly before her, her eyes unfocused, as though staring far beyond the visible world.
Finally, she whispered in a tone that carried more weight than a roar.
"...The World Order."
A chill swept across the assembly.
Melira's voice cracked slightly.
