The longsword drove through Eugene's body, and the crowd froze in shock.

Adrian had slain a powerful Void Stage warrior.

Eugene's terror and disbelief overwhelmed him as he stared at Adrian, his eyes wide with astonishment and despair. Pathetic—utterly pathetic—that was all he could feel.

Words eluded him.

Adrian's strength was monstrous, an unstoppable force that had pierced him effortlessly.

Before Eugene could speak, he crumpled to the ground, bitterness and regret etched into his final