Bab 187: Bearing Wounds, Forging Bonds

  Lian Yaoshi's protective mist swirled around them, concealing their forms as they regrouped, breathing heavily but with determination in their eyes. The Crimson Shadowfiend let out a frustrated growl, its glowing red eyes searching for any sign of its elusive prey within the swirling mist.

Jin Rui's Shadowstep mastery came into play once more as she darted around the creature, her movements leaving a trail of confusion in her wake. The Crimson Shadowfiend swiped at her elusive shadow, its massive claws slicing through empty air as Jin Rui's form flickered and reappeared at a safe distance.

Lianhua, seizing the opportunity presented by the beast's distraction, activated her Inferno Forge skill. Her Rivenstrike Hammer burst into brilliant flames, the intensity of which intensified with each swing. As she continued to pummel the Crimson Shadowfiend, the fiery waves of her hammer left a trail of devastation.