"What makes you think that you're worthy to face me?" Lyon revealed a playful smirk, his eyes glinting with amusement. Grond's lips twitched, and he grudgingly said, "That's what I like to hear." With a swift motion, he raised his massive axe before swinging it downward.
The incredible momentum of the swing caught everyone by surprise. Grond's attack launched a shockwave that repelled the light rain, creating a temporary barrier against the droplets. The forceful motion and the ensuing impact sent ripples through the air, and the eyes of the onlookers widened in astonishment.
The clash between the Zodiac Emperor and the Giant warrior had begun, and the first strike was a powerful display of strength that left the crowd on the edge of their seats. Some shielded their eyes from the rainwater splashed by the shockwave, while others couldn't help but marvel at the sheer force unleashed in the opening move.
