Chương 366: This might as well be the beginning

As Bane soared away with Adrian, Ardel, and Dorian, the Ruin Guardian let out a guttural roar that shook the battlefield. Its gaze, now burning with rage, scanned for a new target. Losing sight of Adrian and Ardel, the massive creature shifted its attention to the frontlines where Ella, Claire, her two classmates, and Ceil fought valiantly against its remaining minions.

The Guardian's eyes locked onto the five of them. With a furious bellow, it began to stomp toward them, each step sending tremors across the battlefield. The earth beneath it cracked, as jagged stones shot up to fortify its path.

"Adrian's right, we need to get them out of there!" Ardel shouted, barely catching his breath after their intense assault.

Dorian nodded, already directing Bane to circle back. The flying creature's powerful wings beat against the air as they angled toward the backline where their remaining allies stood.