Short But Intense Battle

"?" Samiel had a confused and doubtful expression, but he had no time to think.

"Samiel, look out!" Miya shouted, her face pale with fear.

Captain Elara and Hazel who saw this tried to intercept the Death Knight, but it was too fast, shattering the barrier with a single, simple strike. The translucent dome of wind and ice crumbled, leaving the children exposed.

The Death Knight's blade gleamed with dark energy as it closed in on Samiel. He knew he had to act fast.

[Shadow Step]

In a blur of motion, Samiel vanished from his spot, reappearing a few meters away. The Death Knight's blade slashed through the air where he had been standing moments before. What was more shocking was that a huge crate filled with dark mana appeared right where the Death Knight attacked. Had it hit Samiel, it would probably have obliterated him.

'Since it's after me, I should get it away from the others.'

'Xalithar, fusion!'