"Uh-oh," the man realized Adrian's intentions and swiftly turned to defend himself, but it was too late.

Adrian waved his hand, exclaiming, "Hah!"

A fierce attack followed, catching the man in black robes off guard. He was struck, and a sharp, miserable scream escaped his mouth. Simultaneously, onlookers witnessed a black shadow erupting from his body, transforming into a whirlwind in preparation for him to escape.

Adrian knew the robed man would try this trick. "Trying to run? Seal!" he shouted, launching another attack.

The shadow had no chance to evade and emitted another agonized scream upon being hit.

"Good heavens, that was incredibly powerful. Who are you? Are you from the garrison?" a bystander exclaimed.

As the enemies were defeated, students rushed over. Adrian, Ash, and the others' heroic actions left them wide-eyed with awe.

"Not really," Adrian replied bluntly.

Clayton was puzzled. "Then, who are you—”

Adrian interrupted, "Anyway, the enemies are gone. Does it mat