The deeper they went, the heavier the air became.
But it didn't slow them down.
Thanks to Zain's ether barrier, both Zelia and Savra moved like normal again.
Their breathing had calmed, and their energy was steady.
Velra, as always, showed no signs of discomfort.
Soon, more devils appeared.
There were six of them.
They crawled out from behind broken rocks and jagged cliffs.
Their eyes glowed red, and thick scales covered their skin.
Their claws scraped the ground, and the mist around them twisted like smoke.
Zain watched quietly. "They're True Royal Rank," he said. "Still manageable."
Velra smiled. "Then we'll take care of them."
Savra stepped forward, flame building around her arms. "Let's make it quick."
Zelia unsheathed her sword, the blade humming softly. "I'll handle the left side."
The devils didn't wait. With a loud roar, they charged.
Zelia moved first.
She vanished in a blink with [Phantom Step], appearing behind one of the devils.
