Chapter 220: Ascending the Tower
"Verdant Shield," Orion whispered in response, smoothly commanding his own mana. A barrier of tightly woven leaves and branches materialized instantly, deflecting and absorbing the Echo’s aggressive vines.
’It’s a good thing that the Tier 3 spell I learned wasn’t a very offensive or single-target spell,’ he muttered, but he knew defense alone wouldn’t grant him victory.
Carefully observing an opening, Orion rapidly countered, casting "Entangling Roots." His mana surged forth, drawing thick roots from beneath the Echo.
Surprisingly, the Echo responded with similar mastery, forming a swift barrier of "Verdant Shield," expertly blocking Orion’s roots.
"Well, let’s try something different," Orion murmured, his eyes narrowing thoughtfully.
As the Echo launched another series of attacks, Orion skillfully cast "Nature’s Grasp," exerting control over the ambient plant matter within the chamber.
The Echo found itself suddenly besieged by vines and roots manipulated directly by Orion’s mana. Orion watched intently, impressed by the Echo’s rapid reaction as she cast "Emerald Blade," slicing cleanly through the attacking plants.
Determinedly pressing forward, Orion seized the initiative once again. "Verdant Surge," he cast deliberately, invigorating his body with surging life energy.
He felt strength and endurance swelling within him, providing greater agility as he charged toward the Echo.
The Echo, now visibly strained, summoned another set of roots defensively. Orion dodged swiftly, his enhanced agility enabling him to close the gap rapidly.
At close range, he decisively unleashed another "Emerald Blade," its hardened wooden edge slicing neatly through the Echo’s defenses.