None of them had accomplished this feat before. Just as Eric prepared to charge at Shadow to conclude the fight, Ruth abruptly spat a mouthful of blood and lost consciousness.

"Ma'am!" the subordinates shouted.

Eric instantly grasped the situation. He turned around just in time to catch the collapsing Ruth. Upon closer inspection, he noticed that Ruth's lips appeared dark, indicating possible poisoning.

"Hahaha!" Shadow laughed heartily, declaring, "She'll die by my hand today!"

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