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Golan Hazaroff's massive beastly eyes locked onto Yukina's tiny figure. His gaping, bloodstained jaws twisted into a terrifying grin.
"You dare point a weapon at me, looking like that?"
"Hehe—HAHAHA!"
"I admire your courage!!"
Suddenly, Golan got all riled up. His eyes gleamed wildly, as if he'd just found something amusing. But—
That amusement didn't last.
His pupils narrowed, and a dark chill settled over his gaze. "If you're that brave… then how about you die first!"
VMMMMMM—
Two dark crimson beams of light shot out from his eyes like twin lasers!
Yukina's pupils shrank. She was just about to react when—
CLANG—
The sound of clashing metal echoed from thin air.
A shimmering barrier sprang up instantly!
BOOM!!!
The red beams smashed into the barrier—but instead of tearing through it like expected, they bounced off like they'd hit a mirror, scattering against the thick ice that coated the ground!
BOOM!!
The underground tomb shook violently from the impact!
One of Golan's huge eyes bulged as he stared at the golden-haired woman inside the barrier.
She actually blocked his attack?
So… this Lion King Organization really isn't to be underestimated.
His eyes narrowed slightly at the thought.
But honestly, more than just the power Endou showed, what really caught his attention… was something else.
He glanced at the spot where his beams had landed.
The thick ice covering the floor—untouched. Not even a scratch.
Like his attack was nothing.
But he knew how powerful his own energy was.
Which could only mean the ice was even tougher than his attack?
The Fourth Primogenitor…
His gaze drifted past the others, settling on the girl sealed inside the ice coffin.
It was hard to believe that someone who looked so delicate… could contain such monstrous power.
"O slayer of demons, divine wolf of snow and dawn, help me smite this evil!"
As Golan focused on the Fourth Primogenitor, Yukina seized her chance—activating Snowdrift Wolf Schneewalzer in a flash!
SHING—
A silver streak tore through the cold air, swirling with a storm of pure power, hurtling straight for the Golan!
Golan snapped his gaze around, locking onto the spear. A sharp pain suddenly prickled at his temple.
What the hell?
Instinct screamed at him—this attack wouldn't be fatal, but it definitely wouldn't feel good either.
With a roar, he opened his jaws wide, and—
FWOOOOOM—
A wave of pitch-black flame spewed forth, forming a towering wall of fire that intercepted Schneewalzer midair!
The flames surged, clashing against the spear's magical energy in a crackling standoff.
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"Damn…" Akatsuki Gajou blinked at the incredible spectacle in front of him. He glanced at Yukina, then at his own dumbass son.
Seriously. Same age, and yet…?
He shook his head and turned his attention back to the fight.
Nearby, Liana Caruana finally let out a breath of relief after watching Yukina and Endou step up.
Looks like… they were actually sticking to the deal.
Even if it was just a verbal agreement.
Honestly, Liana was kind of grateful the Lion King Organization showed up at all.
If it were just her facing someone like Golan, she'd have no clue what to do.
Still, she didn't let her guard down.
Even though Yukina had way surpassed her expectations in power—It didn't look like Golan was affected much.
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Inside the barrier, Yukina remained calm.
Snowdrift Wolf's attack hadn't done any damage. She wasn't surprised.
With a simple gesture, the spear stopped midair and zipped back into her hand.
She sighed quietly. "I really can't bring out Snowdrift Wolf's full power yet…"
If only she had a skill like Lynn's "Return the World to Zero"… this whole situation would probably be easy to handle.
But she just wasn't strong enough.
Endou, still watching Golan carefully, said offhandedly, "Don't worry. Once you level up a bit more, you'll be able to use it too."
At that moment, Liana and Gajou came over.
"Got any ideas?" Liana asked, a bit tense.
Endou shrugged, casual as ever. "We can hold him off, sure. But beating him? Unless he decides to back off on his own, forget it."
"…" Liana clenched her teeth.
Like hell he's giving up on the Fourth Primogenitor willingly.
"Damn it!"
Beside her, Gajou glanced at Endou, who didn't seem the least bit worried. He narrowed his eyes.
"You?"
"…You dohave a plan, don't you?"
Endou side-eyed him lazily. "You've got sharp eyes."
"?"
Liana looked confused for a second, then suddenly grabbed Endou's arm. "Wait—what is it? What's the plan?"
Endou just smiled mysteriously and said one word:
"Wait."
"…..Huh?"
Liana tilted her head, baffled. "Wait?"
"Mhm."
Endou nodded and didn't say another word.
Gajou stroked his chin, deep in thought.
Wait?
He hadn't seen any traps or killer moves being prepared…
So what were they waiting for?
He couldn't figure it out—but he did trust Endou wasn't bluffing.
That said… He knew better than to count on someone else to solve everything. His eyes returned to Golan as he mentally flipped through data, searching for a breakthrough.
...
Meanwhile—
Golan shut his mouth again, thick black flames leaking from between his lips like fog.
His beastly eyes locked onto Snowdrift Wolf Schneewalzer in Yukina's hands, glinting with greed.
"Not bad. That's a fine weapon you've got there…"
"But…"
"…It'll be mine soon! HAHAHA!!"
He burst out laughing, clearly eyeing Schneewalzer like it was treasure.
Snowdrift Wolf: "???"
Yukina suddenly felt the spear in her hand tremble—violently.
Then, all on its own, it shot out of her hand with a brilliant flash!
FWIP—
It launched itself straight at Golan!
Endou: "???"
She blinked. "You're attacking again?"
But Yukina shook her head with a complicated expression. "Nope."
"Uh…"
Endou pointed at the flying spear. "Then what's that?"
"…It's moving on its own."
"???"
Endou looked even more confused.
Yukina stared at the charging spear, her voice uncertain.
"…I think Snowdrift Wolf is… Angry?"
"???"
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