Ji Ho groaned but turned to face the wraiths, his claws gleaming in the dim light. "Alright, you smoky bastards," he muttered. "Let's dance."
While Ji Ho fought to hold them off, I concentrated on the runes, matching their rhythm with the blade's energy. It was like solving a puzzle under extreme pressure, each mistake costing precious seconds. Sweat dripped down my forehead as the wraiths drew closer.
"Hurry up!" Ji Ho yelled, dodging another swipe. He was holding his own, but barely. The wraiths were relentless, their numbers overwhelming.
"Almost there," I muttered, gritting my teeth. With a final surge of energy, the runes shattered, and the barrier dissolved.
"Now!" I shouted, plunging the divine blade into the orb. It shattered with a deafening crack, releasing a blinding light that engulfed the chamber. The wraiths let out a collective shriek before disintegrating into nothingness.