After the lightning struck down, the entire training ground shook as if the heavens themselves had just declared war!
The force produced by the explosion sent debris flying in every direction, and thick dust clouds immediately blanketed the whole area, obscuring everything from sight!
Pebbles skittered across the cracked floor while chunks of stone scattered through the air.
And while all of that chaos unfolded, Raven was already moving.
"Glad my plan worked..."
He whispered to himself in a low voice as he swiftly dashed backward, putting as much distance as possible between himself and Ruby. His feet scraped the ground as he slid into position, eyes never leaving the cloud of dust where she should be.
[Did you get her?]
Sariel's voice resounded in his mind, cutting through the aftermath of the blast. His tone was calm, but there was a faint hint of curiosity behind it.
