Bab 123: An Ominous Colour

Flames erupted around me as my wings once again formed on my back. I swung my scythe, aiming for the massive eagle's eye. The bird let go of me as soon as my flames touched its feathers but before it could fly away, my scythe dug into its eye.

I felt very little resistance as the crystalline blade cut through flesh and bone like it were nothing. The creature beat its wings, trying to get away from me. As it flew away, my flames continued to cling to it, consuming its feathers and flesh.

"What the hell?" I heard Lucius shout, but I ignored him. I dashed after the bird as it tried to put some distance between us. While it was fast, I was faster. I reached it within seconds and landed on its back. Without skipping a beat, I swung my scythe as I stood on its neck.