Bab 278: Ethereal Awakening

As his rage-filled voice reverberated in the chamber, his anger climaxing, Lily nodded, brightly smiling while the symbols composing the question shifted. However, this time, they didn't take the form of a text.

"Everyone, kneel!" she exclaimed, jumping in excitement. The noise of her clapping hands stifled Adam's voice as the symbols condensed in a mystical dance behind him.

Shocked by the suddenness of her action, the ghost eyed the girl warily. Fueled by anger, he readied his mana, prepared to unleash it the instant he felt threatened. Unfortunately, Lily's strength surpassed his by two entire tiers, making resistance futile.

"Kneel for my master's grand return!" Lily continued as vines snaked out from the ground, entangling everyone's legs.

Forced on his knees against his will, Adam's ethereal teeth cracked under his anger. 'Once I reach your level, you're dead!' He thought hatefully, his nose scrounged and his lips raised.