As Linsley and Aurielle neared the lab entrance, the oppressive flux in the air grew heavier.
Linsley's eyes locked on Lucy, who stood amidst the carnage.
Lucy's black halo glowed with a sinister light, and her lance, pulsing with dark energy, was raised toward the facility. The dark flux around her coalesced into a massive sphere, radiating raw, destructive power.
"She's about to break through," Linsley muttered, his tone edged with urgency.
Aurielle stepped to his side, her violet eyes narrowing as she studied the scene. "Impressive. But if you're planning to stop her, you'd better make it quick. That kind of power isn't just for show."
Linsley clenched his fists, the black mist around his hand intensifying. "I'll handle it," he said firmly, his gaze never leaving Lucy. "Stay back."
