When the golden symbol above her head flickered violently before shattering into countless fragments, the invisible drain on the captain's soul vanished instantly, as if it had never existed in the first place.
Sensing this abrupt change, and realizing that even Nascent Soul Transformation–level spells were completely ineffective against her, the other white-haired man did not hesitate. His expression shifted, and without a second thought, he turned and fled at full speed.
However, before he could create any real distance.
Snap.
The crisp sound of fingers snapping echoed through the air.
A devilish smile slowly spread across the captain's face.
At that exact moment, a small talisman that had been stuck to her hand, hidden beneath the folds of her clothing, suddenly ignited. Flames burst forth from its surface as it rapidly burned away, releasing a strange and distorted fluctuation in space.
Then,
The captain vanished.
No, vanished wasn't the right word.
