Renee felt a deep sense of frustration. Despite pouring all her strength into Adrian, it seemed to have no effect at all. This left her feeling utterly helpless. She had no idea what more she could do to save him. The power Adrian needed was clearly far beyond her imagination.

“What happened to him?” Renee muttered, her expression filled with doubt. Was it possible that Adrian and the serpent had perished together? Did the serpent really self-detonate in Adrian’s consciousness?

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