The Fate-Smashing Blade

Marlene gazed at her other self sternly as she sensed an unprecedented, murderous aura that was so ice-cold it wrapped around her tightly. Although Marlene was experienced in such dangerous battles, she felt as though she was held in the hand of a monster like a defenseless chick and all she could do was watch the monster widen its mouth and devour her completely.

Marlene gnashed her teeth and clasped the sword in her hand, holding it before her. At the next moment, she lost control over her body as though to the effects of extreme fear.

What happened?

Marlene widened her eyes in shock, gazing at her body which she didn't know had fallen to the ground. There was a ghastly, bloody wound on her right arm. She stared blankly at her arm and her head was blank. She couldn't remember when she got hurt or why she was on the ground. As she slowly lost her consciousness, immense pain consumed her.

"This is…"

"I didn't expect you to dodge it."