The monster of the Abyss fell, and the surrounding dark aura instantly receded, yet the air remained heavy with an oppressive weight, as though a shroud of haze hung over the earth. Chen Haotian stood beside the creature's carcass and drew a deep breath. Outwardly he appeared calm, but his inner self churned with complex emotions. With every battle, he could feel his power growing steadily, yet at the same time, that dark aura of the Abyss was also growing ever stronger.
He knew this battle was not a true end. A greater threat likely lurked in the shadows, waiting for him to face it. Moreover, Chen Haotian could not be certain whether the fall of the monster meant the complete disappearance of the dark forces.
"Not letting down your guard—that is a good habit." A calm voice drifted down from the air, and immediately, a figure materialized behind Chen Haotian.
Chapter 237