As the battle reached its intense apex, the whole arena vibrated with the energy released by the formidable combatants. Mira's narrowed eyes stared intently at Ryker as the atmosphere around them grew thick with tension.
Mira's breathing was labored, but her eyes burned with determination. She'd faced numerous tough foes in her lifetime, but Ryker was proving to be one of the toughest yet. Each attack she launched, he countered, and each of his strikes she managed to evade—barely.
Across the field, Nova was equally locked in her duel. Sweat dripped from her brow as she parried, struck, and maneuvered.
The Immortal Sword Sect Elder seemed relentless, pushing her back at every turn. But with each move, Nova began to grow accustomed to such a high-level fight. She wasn't going to be easily defeated.
