Kapitel 98: Curse and Blessing

As the explosion shook the sky, Johan was thrown from his aircraft, which had erupted in a blaze of heroism. Although he managed to eject with his parachute, the wild winds above the battlefield lashed at him mercilessly. The parachute, meant to save his life, became a threat as its fabric tangled and tore on the tree branches, sending Johan plummeting from hundreds of meters above.

His comrades, watching from a distance, felt a wave of fear grip their hearts. Among them, Yumi was the most shaken by the horrific sight. As their bond grew closer, the anxiety gnawing at her far exceeded ordinary concern. It was a panic that pierced her very soul.

"JOHAN!" Yumi screamed, her voice filled with undisguised horror.