Willem was so fast that, even to a grandmaster, it would appear as though he had teleported, leaving no time to react.

Bailey had already drawn Arion's full attention, making Willem's sudden attack almost impossible to counter.

When everyone thought his attack was about to succeed, a red divine talisman suddenly shot out and stuck to his forehead just as his fangs were mere inches from Arion's neck.

The talisman exploded, releasing a surge of violent energy that blasted Willem over ten yards away. Before he hit the ground, a blazing fireball instantly engulfed him.

He screamed as he turned into a human torch. The fire burned fiercely, scorching his flesh and charring his body.

The flames clung to him like a curse and were impossible to put out. His blood energy crackled and hissed as the fire burned, and thick black smoke rose from his body.

The sight shocked everyone.

Just moments ago, Willem had almost succeeded in his ambush, but Arion had been prepared. With a single talisma