Chapter 44: The Elder Lich

"Oooo…"

The creature approaching me bore a striking resemblance to the Lich I encountered on the seventh floor. However, this one's robe was far more luxurious, exuding a certain air of authority.

The gem atop its staff, which was roughly the size of a fist on the Lich, was now about as large as a baby's head. The staff itself also appeared slightly larger to match.

Upon closer inspection, I noticed that bits of flesh clung to its bones, but visually, the differences weren't significant.

What truly set it apart was the overwhelming pressure emanating from its body, far more intense than anything I had encountered before.

But the most alarming thing was—this Elder Lich was floating in midair. It was wrapped in wind, closing the distance between us at an incredible speed.

As I focused on the green gem in its staff, I realized it was glowing.