My beloved bride

Struggling to suppress the effects of the lingering poison coursing through his veins, Ethan's breaths became labored, and he found it increasingly difficult to keep his eyes open. He forced himself to remain focused on the figures before him, determined not to succumb to weakness.

"Levi!" one of the women exclaimed, her urgency evident as she hurried to the fallen man's side. Levi lay motionless, still recovering from the forceful headbutt delivered by Ethan.

On the other side, Clara's eyes blazed with anger, her features contorted into a mask of fury as she directed her gaze at Ethan. "Damn you, Devil!" She seethed, slashing her hand through the air. A sudden sharp wind materialized, taking the form of multiple tiger claws that raced toward Ethan with deadly intent.