*Boom!*
Leon struck one of the water dragons, shattering it instantly.
But the dragon reformed—and the others lunged at it with incredible speed.
*Whoosh!*
Leon twisted midair and dropped down—not sinking into the lake, but gathering holy power at his feet.
Then, with a burst of energy, he launched himself above the water's surface toward Astra, who stood twenty meters away.
"This time, it has to work!" he shouted, raising the Holy Sword of Zenith high. "Hero Technique: Divine Slash!"
He swung the Holy Sword of Zenith toward Astra, and in an instant, a massive slash formed from holy power and shot toward her.
Astra's eyes widened as she sensed the overwhelming threat.
She raised her right hand—and dozens of water dragons materialized to shield her.
Unfortunately...
*Slash!*
The holy power tore through them, splitting every dragon into fragments.
"No…" Astra gasped hoarsely just before the slash struck her and erupted in a violent explosion.
