Three Months Later – Near the Ruined City of Jura
WhooshWhoosh
The air crackled with energy as several dark figures streaked across the sky, moving at incredible speed toward the towering mountain in the distance. Their presence stirred the winds, sending dust and loose rocks tumbling down the slopes. Just as they were about to close in, a thunderous voice shattered the air: "Stop!"
A dozen figures in heavy black-and-gold battle armor materialized in midair, their presence exuding authority and strength. They stood as an immovable barrier, forming a defensive line that blocked the newcomers' advance. These were all martial emperors.
Swish—
