When Marco's magic armor ability was paused, the outcome of the battle was already determined.
Marco was indeed powerful, but the real source of his confidence was the magical armor he acquired by chance.
Without this magic equipment, he wouldn't dare to directly confront Alina and seek victory in defeat.
Success due to the magical armor, and failure because of it.
Once the attributes of the magic equipment were temporarily removed, his combat power returned to its proper level.
Roland did not rush to end Marco's life.
A cornered beast still fights; someone like Marco surely has a backup plan.
His gaze turned to Alina, silently inquiring about her situation.
Alina bit her lip, barely managing to nod.
Earlier, to withdraw from the battle, she paid a heavy price, being stabbed by Marco. Though the bleeding was stopped for now, the piercing pain still made her tremble slightly.
