Malrang was growling louder than usual; through our connection, I could sense her disapproval of my methods. She stood tall in front of Jieun, protecting her, while Jieun looked at me with terrified eyes. Her body shook uncontrollably, like a tiny rabbit staring into the eyes of a predator.
"No need to be scared, little sister Jieun. I'll end it quickly, and then we can all be friends again..." My tone was dragging and chilling. Why am I talking this way? I... I can't control myself... Focus, Gaon! Wake up! I snapped myself out of it.
"Please, let's continue—this battle is pointless. Come at me, Malrang, Jieun! Show me that you've grown stronger!" I felt that taunting them was the best choice in this situation, and my guess was right.
