Viktor could see both the Void Ring and Taya's falling figure in his eyes. Despite not having his powers, his mind was honed over the centuries to make decisions in a fraction of a second.
But there was only enough time to catch one of them. He didn't even have to think much to know that catching the Void Ring was easier and a sure thing.
However, catching Taya would not only result in losing the Void Ring, but he may not even be able to successfully catch her in his injured state.
Still, he didn't even hesitate for a second as he dashed towards the place where Taya was falling to catch her.
But to his horror,
*Thk!*
"Ungh!"
The sound of Taya's head getting struck against a tall rock near the leg of the statue echoed subtly. But this subtle echo made Viktor's heart shudder as his eyes shook.
