Shadowblade, enraged by Nova's efforts, roared, "Since you’re so eager to die, allow me to oblige you!”

With a thunderous shout, he punched at Nova. A blast of black light that carried shards of stone hurtled toward her. Nova knew that she would meet her end if the attack landed. Sylvia, Strider, and Remy struggled frantically, trying to save her. However, she froze and lacked the strength to do anything, let alone speak.

Suddenly, a cry pierced the sky, and something massive, blocking out the sun, sped toward them.

It was an eagle!

No one could discern the eagle’s full size. As the massive bird flew toward Nova, it shot out a beam of aurora light.

Boom!

The light landed before Nova, manifesting into a man that shielded her from the attack.

Ba,!

The man swung his right hand and instantly shattered Shadowblade's attack into nothingness. The majestic eagle appeared overhead, and a woman descended from the sky, landing behind Shadowblade.

The sudden appearance of the man, the wo