Hill steadied himself to dodge, launching a counterattack amidst the dazzling Sword Qi.
However, this was no ordinary trial, but a brutal ordeal that heightened Spiritual Strength at the cost of physical and mental limits.
With a piercing roar, the illusion suddenly burst with violent power, severing Hill's left arm!
As blood sprayed, he opened his eyes wide in anger, yet was not felled by the pain; instead, his soul core surged with even stronger waves, elevating his Spiritual Strength by a full 30%!
The agony transformed into motivation, and he gritted his teeth to stay firm on his feet. His stance, though missing an arm, was even more resolute and unyielding, as dazzling as a burning torch.
Under the gaze of the onlookers, this spectacle declared that "Sacrifice" was not an end, but an opportunity to evolve into a higher tier!
Near the ruins of altars covered in moss, a group of knights circled a gigantic sand table to discuss.
