"Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child)?"
For a split second, Sydonay was completely stunned, seemingly unable to comprehend what Friagne was talking about. When he finally grasped the situation, an emotion easily recognizable by the naked eye surfaced on Sydonay's ferocious beast-like face.
It was ecstasy.
Far surpassing mere desire, it was a wild joy.
Thus, it wasn't merely the Crimson World Denizen coveting the effects of the Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child) to that extent, but an overwhelming emotion as if witnessing the dawn of accomplishing a mission.
In the grip of such emotions, Sydonay lowered his head, looking towards Fang Li.
"At last... I've finally found it..."
At this moment, the gaze Sydonay directed at Fang Li was not one of greed but of jubilation.
It was the expression one would have when realizing their dreams upon seeing the realization of those dreams.
As for Fang Li, in that split second when Friagne spoke up, without the slightest hesitation, he let go of his shining sword.
"Splitchi!"
Amidst the sound of tearing fabric, a head soared into the air.
"Boom!"
Pale flames enveloped Friagne's head and body, allowing his existence to slowly fade away from this world.
The Crimson World Crimson Lord, ranked among the top five in modern times, met his demise.
"Hum!"
The Fuuzetsu/Seal around started to tremble.
This Fuuzetsu/Seal was originally an Unrestricted Spell cast by Friagne. Now, with Friagne dead, the Unrestricted Spell he constructed naturally began to unravel. However, before that happened, a new Fuuzetsu/Seal replaced it.
"Fuuzetsu/Seal!"
With a deep roar, turbid purple flames ignited on the shimmering barrier surrounding from all around, replacing the pale flames and maintaining the entire Fuuzetsu/Seal.
That kind of flame belonged to one person.
Sydonay descended slowly from midair. As he descended, he forcefully threw Shana, who was in his claws, towards Fang Li.
In Fang Li's direction.
Seeing Shana being thrown towards him, Fang Li almost instinctively took a step forward, extending his hand towards Shana and catching her in his arms.
In that instant, a colossal black shadow rushed towards Fang Li.
A strange look suddenly condensed in Fang Li's eyes.
Shortly afterward, sharp eagle claws descended from the sky, accompanied by a powerful gust of wind, heavily falling towards Fang Li's body.
"Boom!"
A stifling sound reverberated.
The enormous ferocious beast swung down heavily, causing the ground to shake suddenly, sending countless gravel and debris flying, creating an impact and causing dense dust to billow out, spreading all around.
At the other end of the dust, a figure was forcefully thrown out, holding the petite girl in his arms. Their feet couldn't help but tap the ground, executing a highly agile backward leap.
"Don't even think about running!"
Sydonay immediately emitted a joyous low growl reminiscent of a hunt. His massive body leaped out with equal agility, rubbing against the air. With the whistling wind, he soared towards Fang Li's front.
The razor-sharp claws were raised again, resembling heavy meteorites, continuously swinging down towards Fang Li.
"Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom, Boom!"
Suddenly, accompanied by the continuous strikes of the massive ferocious beast, the ground was repeatedly shaken. With the heavy stifling sounds, rock plates shattered, waves of air were overturned, and explosions of flying gravel and debris burst forth.
The gigantic ferocious beast chased after the human carrying his companion, like a hunting lion, exuding an overwhelming murderous aura. It relentlessly slashed its claws in Fang Li's direction.
Fang Li could only hold Shana while his figure flashed, dodging the claw attacks with agile movements, akin to a leaf fluttering in a storm— elegant yet precarious, appearing incredibly perilous.
Until, at a certain moment, Sydonay roared.
"Surrender the Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child)!"
Having spoken, Sydonay's claws swung down once again.
"Boom!"
The stifling sound resounded. Amidst scattered rocks and debris, Sydonay's attack once again missed.
Fang Li only shifted his steps, dodging to the side and evading the blow.
However, Fang Li failed to notice that this strike was merely a bait.
"Hu!"
The sound of powerful winds echoed.
It was the sound produced by a whip shadow slicing through the air. As Sydonay swung his claws, his serpent-like colossal tail extended directly, creating an ear-piercing sonic boom. It transformed into a blurry black shadow and heavily struck Fang Li's body.
"BOOM!"
A shockwave expanded beside Fang Li.
With unstoppable force, the powerful blow landed mercilessly on Fang Li's side, sending him flying.
Fortunately, before the attack, Fang Li had increased the Prana within his body, instantly converting it into defensive power. Coupled with the Light Breath effect that negated half of the damage, the force of the attack was significantly weakened.
Yet, even so, Fang Li felt a heaviness in his chest and his internal organs trembling. After barely stabilizing himself, he fell to the ground.
The force that wasn't completely neutralized propelled Fang Li, causing his feet to harshly scrape against the ground. Leaving two streaks on the ground, Fang Li traveled dozens of meters until he finally came to a stop, kneeling on one knee.
"Hu... Hu..."
A slightly rapid breath finally emerged from Fang Li's body.
Observing this scene, Sydonay was surprised.
"You, are you really just a human?"
To be able to withstand Sydonay's attack with his body, and seemingly unharmed, Flame Haze wouldn't be able to achieve this, right?
However, Fang Li had accomplished it.
Moreover, as a mere human.
"It seems that besides the Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child), your body should carry quite a few Treasure Tools. Otherwise, as a human, your combat prowess is too abnormal."
Sydonay reached this conclusion and carelessly said, "Well, I'm not interested in whatever Treasure Tools your body holds. I only want the Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child) from your body."
Uttering these words, an extremely terrifying aura surged from Sydonay's entire body. The beastly eyes fixed on Fang Li, resonating with a vigorous voice.
"Surrender the Reiji Maigo (Midnight Lost Child), human."
The entire area suddenly fell silent.
Fang Li lifted his head, gazing at the awe-inspiring aura emanating from Sydonay. He took a deep breath, suppressing the somewhat hurried breathing.
Then, Fang Li placed Shana on the ground, stood up, and prepared to step forward.
However, at this moment, a small hand grabbed Fang Li.
"Ha... ha..."
Shana struggled to catch her breath, tightly clutching Fang Li's clothes. She stared intensely at Sydonay, her Burning Eyes burning with strong determination and profound dignity as she spoke slowly.
"This is my battle. You're not allowed to interfere!"
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