Sword rays filled the sky, intercepting the Spectral Companion's attacks one after another. Zachary shuddered; the inland factions proved formidable indeed. Even the apprentices guarding the base entrance were exceptionally strong. In comparison, the Scarlet Summit seemed as insignificant as ants.

Without hesitation, Zachary resumed chanting. The Spectral Companion received a command and roared wildly before soaring into the air and charging toward the apprentices. With three heads and six arms, it gnashed its teeth and swiped its claws, appearing intent on devouring them all.

The apprentices immediately sensed the fierce aggression emanating from the rushing Spectral Companion.

Boom! Boom! Boom!

Before they could react, the Spectral Companion had already struck at them. The forceful punches nearly suffocated them. The apprentices scattered and fled, doing their utmost to evade the Spectral Companion's attacks.

Despite its immense size, the Spectral Companion was agile. Although t