Mikayla's voice cut in, sharp and cold. "Unless you've mastered something like the Invincible Golden Body or the Titan's Frame, it's impossible to resist pure corrosion with just your flesh."

Her words tore straight through Andrew's calm explanation, and they also served to clear up Isabelle's confusion.

"Andrew, so you weren't being honest after all. You actually dared to lie to me."

This time, Isabelle's killing intent was real.

However, Andrew's tone stayed flat. "Believe me or not,