Faced with Irving's attack, Elder Astra did not succumb to panic. Although he felt a slight sense of frustration, he did not believe he would lose to Irving in battle.
Elder Astra extended his hand forward. In an instant, a dazzling white light erupted from his palm. This white light quickly formed a shield in front of him. The golden light, which was Irving's form, collided with the shield, and nearly all of its power was absorbed by it.
At the same time, Irving appeared just a few steps away from Elder Astra. He was not discouraged by his failed attack; instead, he raised the staff in his hand and smashed it down heavily onto the ground. The moment the staff touched the earth, a massive crack opened up beneath it.
