A deep, resonant chime, like that of a massive bell, echoed from the Aegis of Faith. Then, the golden barrier shattered into shimmering fragments.

Sheena coughed up another mouthful of blood, yet the light in her eyes did not dim. Instead, it burned even brighter.

The invincible sword energy finally dissipated into the air like faint smoke, and with it, all of Sheena's defenses collapsed completely.

Yet, from the ashes, a phoenix rose!

For the first time since the fierce battle began, Sheena seized the initiative to attack. She shot into the air like a launched top, vaulting about seven meters above the ground in an instant. Then, she drove her fist downward like a meteor, aiming directly at the pavilion below, or more precisely, at Alfredo.

Alfredo's brows furrowed slightly. "You really are one stubborn little pest that just won't give up."

He sent another wave of sword energy her way, but this time, Sheena shattered it with ease. Her body burned with the power of the ni