Bowen tried to struggle but was held down by the Spirit Addict Leopard and could not move at all.

"Stupid panther."

At the very last moment, Veron bit back on the pain she was feeling to draw her long sword and drive it into the Spirit Addict Leopard's back. The leopard cried out in anguish, letting go of Bowen and turning to face Veron.

Crap…

Bowen had managed to escape death but did not have a second to celebrate. Instead, panic filled his mind as he shouted to Veron, "Leave while you can.