Lionel Belmont flashed forward, not caring for Tau's perceived superiority. As far as he was concerned, his rank at number one wouldn't change.
However, what they were all burying deep within was an apprehension… A doubt that had Dyon lived… They wouldn't have stood a chance…
Lionel's figure was bathed in red and blue flames, dancing along his feet as the drastic hot and cold caused small explosions that increased his speed even further.
Tau Aumen immediately noticed this. His eyes narrowed, a deep disdain settling into his features. "It seems I've let you strut around for too long."
The rest of the rankers stayed back… They simply didn't have the strength to take part in this battle. Even Saru, who should technically have, was so heavily wounded by her fight with Dyon that she had lost too much of a step.
A roar reverberated through the skies, drowning out Tau's lion completely.
In the next moment, everyone froze… It was in that moment they all seemed to realize something odd…