Orion's Intervention

Looking at the figure, whose body was shrouded in a cloak and head concealed beneath a tightly wrapped scarf like the others, Queen Selene couldn't see his face clearly. 

However, by the look in his eyes, she could sense a mocking amusement, causing her to furrow her brows. An unsettling feeling grew, especially as the strange object around her neck seemed to tighten with each passing moment.

Suddenly, her honed instincts, cultivated over years of experience, flared to life. She swiftly turned around and activated her "Wave's Barrage" towards one of the cloaked figures rapidly approaching her. 

Yet, to her astonishment, nothing happened. 

The light blue aura representing her Crystal King Rank briefly flared brightly before dimming and vanishing entirely, leaving her momentarily speechless.

"YOUR HIGHNESS!"

"BANNNGG!!"

A formidable force collided with the centre of her chest, propelling her backwards like a cannonball.