Chapter 616: Valeria’s power
No sooner had they left the library than Vlad and the others spotted the source of the disturbance. In the distance, a series of massive explosions ripped through the city’s skyline.
Fire and energy flashed like fireworks, the ground trembling with every impact. Agamenon and Vlad exchanged a concerned glance. Those blasts originated from the section where the Imperial Prince’s party operated. Worry etched itself into their features, for each recognized two familiar energy signatures intermingled with the chaos.
"If the Imperial Prince had triggered some defensive formation," Agamenon muttered, "we’d expect runic arrays and Dino constructs to activate. But that’s obviously not what we’re seeing. Instead, it looks more like they’re under attack."
Vlad nodded. "Which can only mean another team might be targeting them," he said quietly, his expression darkening.
Agamenon pulled out a small, glowing life crystal, checking for any sign or distress signal. The crystal did not flicker, indicating that Janus had not yet requested help.
Agamenon hesitated to rush headlong into the prince’s territory without being summoned. If the prince and his team were fighting over some crucial treasure, intruders would only complicate matters. However, Vlad’s resolute voice cut through Agamenon’s uncertainty.
"Better to ask forgiveness than permission," Vlad said softly, then spoke more firmly so everyone could hear. "They may be fine now, but I doubt it’s a one-on-one confrontation. Valeria, Scipius, and Cato likely coordinate their movements, too. If any of them senses a battle, they’ll intervene—and they won’t be there to exchange pleasantries."
Zalasar gave a solemn nod, confirming Vlad’s assessment. It was all the prompting Agamenon needed. He pulled himself upright, forcibly calming any second thoughts, and turned to the group. "Then let’s go!" he commanded.
Without further hesitation, they sprinted toward the left side of the inner ring, weapons and spells ready. Their eyes burned with resolve and with killing intent.