The area surrounding Pale Moon was teeming with powerful Tier 5 beasts, including Flame Dragons and Rock Giants.
Although the strength of the Flame Legion had improved significantly, they were no match for such formidable creatures.
John turned to Ritchie and said, "From here on, I'll go alone. Lead the army back and wait for my signal."
"Alright," Ritchie replied, a bit disappointed but understanding. He knew that the Flame Legion was far from capable of taking on the forces of a Level 5 dark city. They would only be a burden to John.
"John, I want to come with you!" Sini pleaded, her eyes filled with determination.
"Alright." John nodded, not refusing her request.
Leaving the army behind, John took Sini with him and used Sword Flight to head toward the Pale Moon Forest.
Suddenly, John halted mid-flight, sensing something. Avis had awakened—it seemed the creature had successfully absorbed the Dragon's Blood.
