-BOOOOOM!
The moment Ludmila swung her sword, a devastating wave of Stigma crashed against the gates, sending shockwaves that threatened to tear down the walls instantly. But something stopped her attack.
Her eyes immediately caught sight of a shimmering barrier rippling from the impact. The walls remained untouched—shielded by a powerful defense.
Days of painstaking work culminated in the creation of a vast mana dome, encompassing all of Dreonah. This protective barrier, though not unbreakable, was intended to shield the city from the brunt of Gevurah's power.
The knights and hunters watching from inside let out a collective sigh of relief. If that attack had landed directly, they had no doubt the results would've been catastrophic. And they were right.
But for Ludmila, failure was not an option.
Without hesitation, she raised her sword again.
