Explosive Clash!

Ophelia's eyes narrowed as she witnessed Romulo's awe-inspiring transformation. Despite being in her most powerful state, an unsettling aura emanated from him, surpassing anything she had felt before.

In the blink of an eye, Romulo closed the distance between them, propelled by an explosive burst of speed. Ophelia swung her blazing sword with blazing speed, but her strike met only empty air. Before she could react, a forceful impact slammed her onto her back, hurtling her through the air until she collided with the unforgiving ground.

The sheer force of the attack rippled through her body, causing her to cough up blood instantly. Her vision blurred slightly from the impact, and a sharp pain reverberated throughout her being. Struggling to regain her composure, she knew she couldn't afford to remain grounded in her vulnerable state.