Cain Ashenvale's eyes widened in shock as he stared at Ethan. "Why are you so strong?"
"Dual shields of ice and fire!"
Cain quickly deployed his Heaven-level spiritual defense method, conjuring shimmering defensive barriers infused with icy chill and blazing flames.
The shields met Ethan's heavy attack head-on, but the sheer force still knocked Cain backwards. He was sent soaring ten feet into the air, wind whistling past him before he landed with force, releasing every last reserve of power in his arms, which throbbed from the force of Ethan's strike.
"That's an impressive move," Cain admitted with a grimace, "but such strength must come at an incredible cost. How many times do you think you can use it?"
Ethan's lips curled into a slight smile as he lowered his stance and surged forward, moving with lightning speed and beast-like ferocity.
"How the hell are you still this fast?!" Cain gasped, fingers brushing his long sword as he prepared to strike.
