A malevolent, beguiling laughter erupted from the void. “I’ve been eagerly anticipating your arrival. Since you seem keen on courting death, I’ll fulfill your wish.”

In an instant, lightning streaked, and thunder boomed directly above the group. A terrifying hiss echoed from every direction, instilling a deep sense of dread and oppression.

Suddenly, countless malevolent purple-red light beams descended, swiftly engulfing the area.

Simultaneously, thick clusters of purple-red lightning, intert