The beast tide did not cease its assault on Blackstone City even after Ridi's death.
That alluring scent, irresistible to the beasts, continued to drive them into a frenzy, compelling them to charge at the city walls without regard for their lives.
Orion, riding his thunderhawk, surveyed the battlefield from above and was quite satisfied with what he saw.
Even in his absence, Delilah had commanded the defenses skillfully, holding the beast tide firmly at bay.
However, the absence of Onyx and Lilith's auras left Orion feeling uneasy.
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The battle in the underground fissure had reached its critical moment.
With Onyx and Rockwell working together, the smaller male millipede centipede was finally slain.
Now, only the larger female millipede centipede remained, making its last desperate stand.
"Rockwell, I'll take the front, you take the rear—let's finish it off!"
