Chapter 617: Chapter 617: Stab

Bruno stepped forward, his voice booming with authority.

"Celestial Master Huo, stand down! You're under arrest for the illegal use of dark magic and attempted murder!"

Celestial Master Huo's eyes narrowed, her lips curling into a snarl.

"You think you can stop me?" she spat, her hands weaving a series of complex gestures as she prepared another attack.

"Fools! You have no idea who you're dealing with!"

Aunt Mila's heart pounded as she stood frozen, caught between her allegiance to the celestial master and her fear of Bruno and her colleagues.

If Celestial Master Huo didn't stop, the situation would spiral out of control—and Mila would be dragged down with her.

Desperate, Aunt Mila stepped forward, raising her hands in a placating gesture.

"Bruno, wait! Please, don't do this! We can resolve this without violence."