Lily VS Rio: The Final Confrontation

He could see that Lily was preparing to unleash another battle art technique, but something deep within him sensed danger from this new skill.

An ominous premonition gripped him, much stronger than the one he had felt for the icy hydra, urging him to stop her at all costs. With no time to waste, he charged toward her at incredible speed.

However, as Rio closed the distance, he suddenly found himself unable to advance any further. It was as if an invisible barrier had formed between them, preventing him from reaching Lily and thwarting her impending attack. The force seemed to grow stronger, pushing him back and filling him with dread as the storm around Lily continued to intensify.

Eve's voice resounded in his mind, "Partner, you can't touch her while she's casting her battle art technique. You should use this time to prepare your own attack while hers is still in the early stages of formation."