Adrian's expression remained ice-cold as he watched the beast charged toward him. No matter how monstrous it was, he would crush it without mercy.

Without hesitation, Adrian’s right hand radiated golden light while a crimson aura infused with soul energy surged from his left. He had learned to counter such eerie creatures by combining raw strength with attacks infused with spiritual energy. This creature likely thrived on more than brute force alone, and by employing soul-based assaults, Adrian