After throwing his weapon, Slayga Southgate's strength visibly decreased.
However, as a result of the sustained fight, Quercus no longer had the power he had before.
So the two were once again evenly matched.
But with the continuous destruction by Quercus, the rhombus-shaped crack above reduced to half its original size, and the edge's fluctuations grew more intense.
At this point, Nanmen had no choice but to resort to psychological tactics.
"Stop struggling, you are a part of Ancestor Wood, with an incomplete soul, and thus it is your destiny to never become a true Spirit Communicator.
"This persistence will only taint your consciousness. Come with me to the Netherworld instead.
"Swear allegiance to Lord Sanatos, and you can possess the same power as me,"
Nanmen's voice echoed in Quercus's heart.
However, this tree was clearly not so easily fooled.