With each moment that went by, the presence of Holy Elementals in the surroundings grew, and Neo was weakened further.
The air crackled with energy, and the ground beneath them seemed to tremble under the immense power of their clash.
"You're pushing yourself too far, Apollo," Neo said. "This will kill you, not me."
"If that's what it takes to stop you, then so be it!" Apollo roared.
"Then let's finish this."
Neo jumped back, creating a large gap between him and Apollo.
The ground cracked beneath his feet, sending small rocks scattering into the air.
Watching Neo's determined gaze, Apollo gritted his teeth and his hands trembled.
"Why don't you stop!? You can't stop a sun, not after I've used Divine Transformation!"
"I can."
He sheathed his sword.
Darkness enveloped the sheath.
The rings surrounding his heart began to hum and red lightning flickered erratically around his blade.
