Boom.
The explosion produced a cloud of smoke that covered the pope and the others. However, the wind blew them away soon, revealing another golden layer of protection that blocked their attacks.
Even though they were fighting, Pope Franz still led the group away, bringing them to their destination.
Theo glanced at them from time to time to check their strength and power. However, he never thought about interfering in this fight.
After all, the pope was still protecting them.
Though, it didn't mean Theo had no plan in turning the situation around.
He was simply waiting for the right time as he planned to kill all four of them.
Two of them brandished their swords once again and released two streams of light. With just a single glance, all of them could feel their sharpness.
The pope's bracelet turned into a long white staff with a yellow-colored gem on the tip of it.