Instantly casting magic, or even using instant-cast spells, wasn't particularly impressive to a powerful mage. However, the members of the Jones family had lived their entire lives in Stanlow City, their worldview limited by the confines of the city. Naturally, they were astounded.
"No… this isn't just instant-cast magic. That spell is extremely powerful, strong enough to stop Herbert's attack in its tracks. It must be advanced magic at the very least!"
"Oh my God, he can cast advanced magic instantly? What level of power does he have?"
Suddenly, the way the Jones family members looked at Dean Bruce shifted entirely.
But that wasn't the end of it.
Before Herbert Jones could even recover, the ground beneath him began to shift as if it had come alive. The earth molded itself into a cage, trapping him completely, embedding him into the ground.
