In an instant, the opponent arrived before Adrian and swiftly launched a powerful attack with a raised hand. The force of the strike was unmatched.

Adrian couldn't help but shudder. Despite the opponent's strength being merely at the advanced eighth level, underestimating him was unwise. His power held terrifying potential.

At that moment, a heavy scent of blood permeated the surroundings, causing Adrian to tremble. The odor unsettled him deeply as if it were turning his soul upside down. Were he not resilient, he would not have been able to endure the assault.

Consequently, Adrian sharpened his focus and unleashed a punch at his opponent. His strike was exceptionally fierce, albeit not employing his full strength, it still startled the opponent.

Boom!

The bloody aura surrounding them swiftly expanded in all directions, seemingly impervious to Adrian's attack. It appeared as though Adrian's punch could pierce Brian in the next moment. However, his punch never connected.

At that