Theras saw them, and his expression darkened.
The three figures did not hesitate. They moved together in perfect synchronization, their black blades rising and falling in seamless arcs that targeted different points across Theras's body. One slash aimed for his neck, precise and lethal. Another descended toward his spine. The third cut diagonally across his chest, its trajectory calculated to divide him completely.
The speed of their movement surpassed conventional perception. Even with Node 3 active and my Psynapse fully engaged, I struggled to follow the exact path of their blades.
Theras reacted instantly.
His hand shot forward, and Essence surged from within him, condensing into a shield directly in front of his body.
The swords struck.
