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The battlefield echoed with the roars of conflict as Levi and Orion clashed in a titanic struggle. Orion sensed a shift in the air and murmured, "Junsei no Hadō." A colossal explosion erupted, ripping through the infinite magical barrier on the levels. Orion ascended rapidly, leaving the fight with Levi, who was momentarily out of sight.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxaQpLGpYLy
As Orion reached the surface, Drew, Zara, Mike, Lyn, and Kaipo turned to see him. Suddenly, they all heard, “Kuroki Hōō no Saisei.” A pillar of dark flames erupted around him, and from the ashes, Novachro emerged, transformed into a more sinister form.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ05AXR7N8nV
The High Mages stood in shock as Novachro's new form glowed with malevolent energy. "I was reckless," he admitted with a dark grin. "But now, I'm serious."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡlAWXdbaKnz
In a blink, Novelius, Eryx, Thalia, and Damaris appeared beside Novachro and Orion. Novachro's laughter was menacing as he declared, "This is your end, High Mages."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡom5VF6jIt9
Orion stepped back, positioning himself to protect the Jewels. The battle was about to begin anew. Kaipo, now fully healed and with his arms restored, clapped his hands together and invoked, "Tamayasu."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡZCWE692QHX
The final Shinigami, Tamayasu, materialized, enveloping the High Mages in a radiant aura. Their wounds healed, their energy restored to its peak. Novachro watched with a mixture of curiosity and contempt. "Such a powerful Essence Manifest you wield, Kaipo. I still wonder who possessed it before you."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡNrB4MUNbly
Kaipo answered, "A mage in the Land of Spade army had these abilities but could probably only wield one Shinigami at a time. Unlike him, I can wield them all."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡxtdiAeqMAL
Novelius interjected, "Then what's the difference?"139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMwwChTYR00
Kaipo's eyes narrowed. "I am simply better."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ15eIJfp2Rh
Their conversation was abruptly cut off by a blinding beam of light shooting from the massive hole Orion had made. The beam pierced the sky, revealing a figure wielding a blade that shifted between radiant white and deep cosmic blue. Constellations and celestial patterns swirled around the blade, and the figure's form was enveloped in an aura of starlight and aether. His eyes shone with the brilliance of galaxies, exuding an overwhelming sense of cosmic power and divine authority.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡp23MIgNFPl
Orion recognized him immediately. "Levi," he whispered, a hint of aggravation in his voice.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡI5nU72PirL
Levi's voice thundered down from above. "How dare you run from our battle, Orion."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡoEYQFxXKVf
Orion responded, "My priorities shifted. I needed to protect the Jewels."
"You will regret that decision," Levi retorted. He turned his gaze to Kaipo. "Prepare yourself to receive the Jewels."139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡJdB9BDZqoM
Kaipo nodded. "I'll be waiting."
With a fierce determination, Levi unleashed Omni-Blitz on Novachro, Novelius, Orion, Eryx, Thalia, and Damaris. The relentless assault created afterimages of Levi, each one striking with lethal precision and speed. An invisible shield, a power revealed to be Novelius's, blocked all of Levi's attacks.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPvJpBxgO7O
But Lyn was already in motion. Teleporting through Novelius's shadow, he appeared beside him and used Shadowforge, creating a kunai named Kagekiri. Kagekiri could cut through any forcefield or boundary, regardless of its nature. Lyn's attack shattered Novelius's barrier and slashed through him, leaving him vulnerable.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ8WPxeffqhU
Levi's Omni-Blitz rained down on their enemies, but Novachro acted quickly, locating Levi and striking with Shoku no Ken. Levi countered with his Blade of Eternity, the clash of their blades sending shockwaves through the battlefield. Despite his efforts, Levi was blown back into the ground.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡdpjOXuh4cM
The High Mages braced themselves as the battle raged on, the race to secure the Jewels for Kaipo growing ever more intense. The air was thick with the weight of their resolve, each side pushing their limits to claim victory.139Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡL16U0RJkyX
