I clenched my **Berserker Sword.**


    **This presence… it was stronger than Zephyr.**


    A tall, armored figure **descended** from the rift.


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    A deep, almost amused voice rumbled through the air.


    **"You killed Zephyr. Impressive. But let me tell you something, little noble."**


    The pressure **intensified.**


    **"You are nowhere near ready for what comes next."**


    Aurelia **stiffened.** Even with her holy magic, she was shaken.


    The figure stepped forward, his **dark aura swirling.** The very air around him **shattered like glass,** distorting space.


    Then he **smiled.**


    **"I am Bael, the Phantom Knight. The Second Demonic General."**


    I **gritted my teeth.** This guy…


    He was on a **different level.**


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