The Scarlet King rose from the ground after a few seconds, and the Demonic Phantom vanished as the Blood Nails adopted a defensive formation around him.
Shortly after, Red Hawk and Blue Crow appeared close to him. The duo was severely injured since that tail strike nearly overcame their defenses, but there was no damage to any vital organs, and their current vitality would allow them to heal after a few days.
"Leader."
"Leader."
The duo bowed as they spoke to the Scarlet King using the only moniker they could since, even now, they did not know the man's name.
"Good job."
The Scarlet King gave a profound nod to the duo, being the first time he actually recognized them. Had it not been for their combined attack damaging Dark Mask's chest armor, his shadow slash might not have been able to pierce through it. The attack would have severely wounded the Apotheosis Realm Master, but this one could have retained enough strength to escape.
