Faced with the even more formidable power unleashed by the mysterious figure, everyone was blasted back several steps, shock and despair written across every face. The ground shattered under the tremendous impact, sending dust billowing into the air as if the apocalypse had arrived.
Zhang Zhi dropped to one knee, using his sword to support his body as he panted heavily. He thought to himself, "Is there truly no way out? But I cannot give up; everyone is still counting on me. I must find a way to lead them out of this predicament." Determination and defiance flickered in his eyes. Though his body was utterly exhausted, his inner fighting spirit continued to burn fiercely.
Lin Wan'er had also fallen to the ground, her clothes torn and her hair disheveled. Looking at Zhang Zhi with tears welling in her eyes, she murmured, "Zhang Zhi, are we really finished? I'm so scared..." Her voice was fraught with fear and helplessness; her usual gentleness had been swallowed by despair.
Chapter 28