Vast Expanse kept both his feet on the ground. He didn’t need to move when his will permeated underneath everything. Sometimes the earth shot up towards his enemies. Other times it spread in the sky like an umbrella. His gift perfectly suited offense and defense. Vast Expanse became one with the earth as he fought the Chameleon Troupe.

The Chameleon Troupe’s combined strength tenaciously countered Vast Expanse. Cheok Jungyeong smashed the earth barrier. Boss charred the soil with her hellfire shadow. Hirano Arashi attacked with destruction magic. Kaita’s wires, Jin Yohan’s serpent spear, and Setryn’s daggers all rushed towards Vast Expanse.

The explosive fight continued as magic power collided. The clash of earth against metal caused huge flames to soar. From a distance, it looked as if multiple firecrackers had been set off.

“Why don’t we stop here?”

They couldn’t afford to take any more time. Boss requested a talk before launching her ultimate skill.

“We’ll have to resort to other means if you continue to hinder us.”

“…”

Vast Expanse silently looked at Boss and suddenly smiled at her.

“So that small child by Yeonjun’s side grew up this much.”

Boss clenched her fists at the previous Boss’ name.

“Child, why do you want the girl?” Vast Expanse pointed at Yi Yuri passed out on the ground a short distance away.

“We want to protect her.”

“Protect?” Vast Expanse’s expression slightly changed.

“Right now, she’s being used as a tool for political figures. She’ll continue to be exploited until she dies, but we want to protect her from that.”

“And who asked you to do such a thing? Was it perhaps the child you call Black Lotus?”

“Yes.” Boss nodded.

“Why would he ask for that?”

“I don’t know.”

“You don’t know his motive or purpose, yet you’re willing to grant his request....