Chapter 259: The International Tournament (19)
Golden chains sprouted from the floor and air, putting Meredith in a unique zone.
It was, in fact, a mana barrier, a skill mages learned relatively early in their gaming careers. It helped them remain on the battlefields for as long as possible.
In Meredith's case, however, the mana barrier wrapped her in golden chains.
Meredith extended her hand forward and spread her palms wide.
She curved her lips into a confident, arresting smile. "Release."
The chains rattled before rocketing in Jake's direction.
He stood still, aware that she cast a simple magic to test him.
In an instant, Jake caught his bow's handle and crumbled into Formless Soldier Form. He drew the highest anchor, locking his eyes on Meredith's face. His Death's Lock drew a trajectory toward his opponent.
All he had to do was to tuck in an arrow.
Which he did.