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A new figure materialized on the battlefield—Astralith. Her arrival was timely, just as the confrontation reached a climax. "It's time to leave," she announced to Malacar, her tone firm yet urgent.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ3iWyRbaNkp
Malacar, visibly irritated by the interruption—especially when he was beginning to savor his duel—nodded reluctantly. "Very well," he conceded, and in a swirl of dark energy, both he and Astralith vanished from sight.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡPPWPw33IG4
Left in the wake of their departure, Lyn turned to Levi, his expression grave. "Malacar's strength is formidable," he confessed. "Defeating him will not be straightforward."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡkcDsp2n1Yg
The scene shifted to a starkly different location—the heart of the Land of Spade. Here, Astralith and Malacar reappeared, greeted by the imposing figure of Joker Oginam. Astralith wasted no time in formalities, swiftly introducing Malacar to Joker and recounting the tale of Joker's resurrection.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6OugMMPXKg
The area around them was dominated by a massive portal, its edges pulsating with energy. Joker Oginam gestured towards it as he spoke. "I opened this portal during the First Jewel War, not expecting it to lead to another side."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡeAh8PbefBu
Malacar, caught off guard by this revelation, listened intently as Joker outlined his grand scheme. "Once we've secured this side of the Land of Spade, we'll advance through this portal and conquer the adjacent side and their universes."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡT2A5h6CY9r
Malacar's response was a hearty laugh. "That sounds like an adventure," he said, his eyes gleaming with anticipation. Astralith, however, brought the conversation back to a more immediate concern. "We must focus on Kaipo. He remains a significant threat."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡcauy2Q9KSc
"Ah, Kaipo," Malacar mused, a smirk crossing his face. "I look forward to our next encounter."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡq5PuNjBUil
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Back with High Mage Lyn and Levi, the atmosphere was one of recovery and planning. Their moment of respite was interrupted by the sudden appearance of Kaipo, who quickly assessed their condition. "How are you holding up?" he inquired, his concern evident.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡgSnaaEPeZ2
Without waiting for an answer, Kaipo activated "Advanced Regeneration," his hands glowing as he channeled healing energies towards Lyn and Levi. The effect was immediate, visibly rejuvenating them.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ6FnimibS93
Kaipo then brought out an enormous mysterious yellow orb that Zara and Levi previously acquired from The Luminar Concordia Universe. "I intended to train you in a new technique, but time is a luxury we can't afford," he explained. Showing them the orb, he instructed, "Touch this, and it will instill in you the knowledge you need."261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡ5ga7RFVz3c
The chapter concluded with Lyn and Levi reaching out to touch the orb, their faces set with determination, as they braced for the knowledge and power that would flood through them, preparing them for the battles ahead.261Please respect copyright.ＰＥＮＡＮＡMrdNsByQD7
