Chapter 37 - 37: Soul Gem Array Formation (2/2)

The Soul Gem has acc.u.mulated enough power to start their counterattack. Oracles are not good in offensive magic, but thanks to the gem, their magic is amplified.

Bright light emerges engulfing their enemies on sight. Before they knew it, they are all disintegrated. The attack halted and gave them time to breathe.

Still, everyone starts becoming weary of the situation. There is no end to the shadows and beasts' attack while the casters are starting to feel exhausted.

”Switch!” Elder Levi ordered a new set of casters to take over.

Despite how many times they attack, they continue to come and retaliate. It seems there is no end to this assault.

Later, Oracles proficient in medicine are busy tending to their weakened allies. They can see the toll it has cause everyone else as they hand over fatigue medicine and apply first aid to their ailing bodies.

Shadows attacks once again. Their plan to exhaust the Oracles are starting to take effect. Even the well laid formation is beginning to reach its limits.

”Elder Levi, we can barely hold on our positions...” One of the young Oracle voiced out his concern.

”Do you want to concede? Our very lives depend on this, and you already wanted to give up?” Elder Levi looked at him, quite disappointed.

He expects everyone to do their very best and use their abilities until the bitter end. Giving up was never an option.

There was silence once again, while the assault completely halted. The Oracles found it more terrifying as they envision a much devastating retaliation will commence.

Not long, swarming creatures brought pitch-black darkness. It started to advance and envelop the Oracle barrier once again.

They can feel the pressure slowly crushing them to their knees. They can only assume this is no longer a shadow or beast assaulting them.

BANG! BANG! BANG!

The loud crash resonates within the Forest. A powerful entity has finally joined the attack to eradicate them.

The Shadows continue to barrage the Soul Gem Formation. It may have the capability to withstand their assault, but their numbers are too overwhelming.

Not to mention, their Master's powers are not to be trifle with.

Meanwhile hidden in the shadows, the man in gray cloak curve his lips in a satisfied, smug smile. He has been patiently waiting for this person's emergence and make his move.

”Finally...” he murmured.

At the same time, the Oracle Clan members are in a panic. This man is crushing their already weakened barrier from the continuous assaults. They can only assume this is the man behind all their dilemma.

The High Council cast another spell to support the crumbling formation. It will be devastating if their last line of defense will fail as everyone starts to contribute with their small little ways.

The enemy attempted to strike one last time. Unfortunately, his plans were hindered by a much powerful force.

The Oracles' barrier stabilizes.

While someone emerges from the thick, cloud of darkness—a man in a black mask is covering half of his face. Only his glowering, fierce amber eyes glaring at the man who disrupted him is visible.

This man in black garbs glares at the mysterious man in a gray hooded cloak. He wears a pale white expressionless mask while he hides his identity. His eyes are crystal blue with specks of a violet hue.

Not long, they engage in an intense duel.

The gray, hooded man is standing his ground as he effortlessly blocks his attacks. He continues to look at him in mockery as a smile forms behind his expressionless mask.

Meanwhile, the man in black garb snorts as he rolled his eyes and moves for another blow. He can't believe anyone can surpass his swordsmanship.

The other man remains calm and collected while receiving every blow with his sword. He counters them from time to time, predicting his every move. His swordsmanship is also impeccable— his movements are astounding, graceful, and skillful.

His enemy's movements are getting predictable. It may bore more power than the gray hooded man's well-executed actions, but his well-planned counters return those attacks.

He is using the black garb man's power against him. He can't help noticing the gray hooded man's trick and grits his teeth. Despite the fact of knowing, he can't do anything about it. He is being overwhelmed with his own power.

”Done?” his crystal clear low voice has a tone of mockery as it spoke his first word.

He is asking the back garb man who has stopped attacking after receiving the counterattack. It seems like he has taken a significant toll from it.

”Tsssshhh…” he hisses as he starts attacking again.

He attacks more aggressively than the last. His eyes continue to flash with killing intent as he glares at the small man in front of him. He can't believe he is being overpowered like that.

Their clash has resonated across the Inner Realms, as bright flashes of light forms every time their blades cross. Captain Jairu is startled by the disturbance it has created as he assembled his men.