That mysterious light flashed once again without warning, blazing like a suddenly erupted sun so intensely that people could not look directly at it. Everyone was forced to squint, trying to catch a glimpse through the blinding glare. At the center of the radiance, a figure gradually emerged from the blur, as if slowly stepping out of another mystical realm.
Zhang Yue stood straight as a pine. Although the harsh light stung his eyes, he endured it, striving to make out who was coming. His features were resolute and sharply chiseled, and he gripped his sword so tightly that his knuckles turned white. The blade quivered slightly, as if responding to its master's vigilance, ready at any moment to counter impending danger. "Friend or foe, everyone stay on guard!" His voice was firm and powerful, echoing like a bronze bell in the somewhat vacant space, instilling a shot of adrenaline in everyone.
Huowu stood with one hand on her hip in a dashing posture, tightly gripping the Flame Whip with the other. The tip of the whip swayed slightly, resembling a nimble fire snake. Her pretty face was now full of vigilance, her willow brows raised and her beautiful eyes wide open. "Hmph, whatever! If they dare to look for trouble, this lady won't be polite!" Her words carried her usual bold and daring style, fully displaying a fearless attitude.
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