Luke hesitated, realizing he was too late to intervene. With no chance to make a move, he could only hope that Eric could endure Pierce's relentless attacks.

"Alright!"

Eric was confident and filled with prowess. Ever since he started practicing martial arts, especially after grasping its true essence, he had never unleashed his full strength. Even during his encounter with the grandmasters in Volpolis, he had delivered just a casual punch.

Mobilizing the inner energy in his lower abdomen, Eric faced Pierce, who closed in on him with an imposing aura.

"Watch out!" Pierce's punch came hurtling toward Eric.

Responding in kind, Eric executed a familiar technique. With the aid of inner energy, he faced any punch head-on without fear.

Before their fists collided, a surging aura erupted between them.

Both recoiled from the impact, yet Eric felt a terrifying power surge through his arm. Understanding the mechanics of punches allowed him to deflect Pierce's formidable strength.

"What t