Chapter 139: The Unyielding Power of Lyria

The aftermath of Cheng Liang's exit was barely noticed, and the tension in the air was palpable. With Lyria's provocative challenge hanging in the atmosphere, the arena had turned into a cauldron of brewing confrontation. And when Benedict shouted his declaration, charging with his Mammuthus Comet Attack, the cauldron threatened to boil over.

The simultaneous unleashing of attacks was a spectacle to behold: the supersonic waves from the Dark Spirit Bat, the deafening roar of the Purple Pupil Cloud Wing Tiger, the shimmering feather projectiles from the Colorful Peacock, and the razor-sharp claws of the Tyrant Lizard King all converged on Lyria.

However, Lyria, unfazed by the onslaught, channeled her divine mage's power, erecting a shield around her. This wasn't any ordinary shield. Li Yang, with his keen senses, could detect the faint vibrations of four different elements intertwined in its composition.

A massive explosion reverberated throughout the arena, and when the smoke cleared, Lyria's shield remained, untouched and unbroken. It was evident: their combined might had proved futile against her. Mockingly, Lyria inquired if that was all they had, her tone dripping with condescension.

Then, with a dramatic flourish, her divine mage conjured a massive pentagram high in the sky, its five points shimmering with distinct energy flows. These streams of power converged at the center, growing in intensity, until a blinding burst of energy radiated out, splitting into five formidable beams targeting Zhou Kang, Qing Lian, Liu Wei, Maximus, and Benedict.

Panic set in immediately. The five warriors scrambled, commanding their creatures to muster all their defenses. The ensuing clash was monumental. When the dust settled, it was evident that Qing Lian's, Liu Wei's, and Maximus's creatures had borne the brunt of the assault. Injured and overwhelmed, they faded away, leaving their masters exposed and vulnerable. Meanwhile, Zhou Kang and Benedict's creatures, though battered, still stood their ground.

The ever-watchful Fred didn't hesitate. "Qing Lian, Liu Wei, Maximus, you have been defeated. Please exit the arena," he announced solemnly.

The implications were clear. Lyria's power was not just formidable; it was dominant. The remaining competitors would need more than just strength to best her. Strategy, alliances, and perhaps even some unexpected tricks would be essential in the battles to come.