章節 78: Nyx's Past

Caelum stood protectively in front of Nyx, his sword gleaming in the dappled sunlight filtering through the trees. His expression was a mix of determination and fear, but he held his ground.

The white-haired leader chuckled, a cold, mirthless sound. "And here I thought you would be taking the easy way out," he said. With a nod to his subordinates, he signaled them to attack.

Without hesitation, the armored men rushed at Caelum. He met their charge with fierce resistance, his sword flashing as he parried their blows and countered with swift strikes. Despite his skill, the odds were overwhelmingly against him.

Nyx, crouched behind his brother, watched with wide, terrified eyes. He could see the strain in Caelum's movements, the growing desperation as the attackers pressed their advantage.

"Run, Nyx!" Caelum shouted between gritted teeth as he deflected another blow. "Get out of here!"