The Blood Bane Energy sensed the old hermit's strength and surged once more. This time, it condensed into several blood-colored beams and shot toward him.

"Bring it on!" the old hermit roared, lifting his sword to meet the attack.

*

At Flying Dragon Mansion, Adrian was with Rozi when he suddenly felt something and called out, "Rozi!"

"What's wrong?" Rozi hurried over. Adrian had always been calm since their reunion, but now he looked serious. She sensed something significant had happened. Without hesitation, she quickly took Flora away.

Adrian reassured her, "Don't worry. I’ll handle it."

"Okay." Rozi nodded.

Once she was gone, Adrian shouted, "Zector! Father everyone and follow me to the rooftop of the manor!"

"Yes, sir!" Zector responded promptly.

Five minutes later, everyone gathered on the rooftop. Adrian stood at the highest point, staring into the distance. Behind him stood the members who had come to Silverboa. Their eyes were fixed on a distant sight: a stretch of bloo