The Unicorn reared its forelegs, then slammed them down on the ground.

BOOM!

A thunderous roar exploded, striking Seol Jihu’s ears. The barren land fissured, and an earthquake occurred. The force of the blow was so powerful that even the fully on-guard Seol Jihu teetered.

The same thing happened to the other members of the expedition team. Maria fell on her butt and even the Archers who had an excellent sense of balance staggered.

Before anyone could regain their balance, the Unicorn howled fiercely and kicked off the ground. Sharp haze exploded out from its body as it charged straight at the expedition team.

The terrifying speed of the Unicorn made it difficult to determine whether the things scattering behind it were Nightshades or simple afterimages.

“Spread out!”

Baek Haeju shouted uncharacteristically. She then rushed forward and planted her feet on the ground. At the same time, the Unicorn headbutted the Sacred Empress!

“Kahuk!”

Baek Haeju was continuously pushed back, leaving behind a long track and quickly breaking away from the rest of the expedition team.

Although she seemed to be holding her ground even as she was being pushed back, Seol Jihu couldn’t hide his shock. Baek Haeju lasted a long time even when she was fighting the First Army Commander alone. Yet, this time, she failed to withstand even a single blow!

Prrrrr!

With a snort, the Unicorn changed its course.

‘Should I stop it or dodge it?’

After a split second of hesitation, Seol Jihu made up his mind. It was...