Chapter 186: The Red-Eyed Monster

Chapter 186: The Red-Eyed MonsterAdrian took a shaky step back, his breath ragged, his eyes darting between Colin and the ground. His bravado had crumbled, replaced by raw fear and pain.

Every trainee, staff member, and veteran watching from the stands sat in stunned silence. How could someone so young and unassuming possess such overwhelming strength and presence?

Adrian took another unsteady step back, his foot slipping slightly on the scorched ground. Colin tilted her head, a mockingly curious expression crossing her face.

"Oh no," she said, her voice tinged with false concern. "Am I losing my sight? You keep getting farther away even though I haven't moved. Let me verify it."

She stepped forward once, her movements calm and slow. Adrian flinched hard, nearly tripping over himself in the process.

"Careful," Colin said, her tone sweetly mocking.

"You should watch where you step, or you'll end up like those people in scary movies... you know, the ones who fall before the ghost even reaches them."

The trainees shifted uncomfortably in their seats, the tension in the air palpable. Even the staff members exchanged uneasy glances, unsure how to process what they witnessed. Adrian's face contorted with anger and humiliation as Colin took another step toward him. "Wouldn't it be more efficient to run away?" she suggested, her red eyes glinting with

amusement.

Adrian's jaw clenched, his humiliation boiling over into fury. His shadow stretched unnaturally, and the air around him began to shift. He snarled, his voice low and venomous.

"I've had enough of this," he growled. His shadow warped and darkened, and a beast began to materialize.

But before the summoning could finish, a searing blast of fire erupted directly where the beasts were forming. Flames consumed the emerging creatures instantly, their agonized screams echoing as they vanished into ash.

Adrian froze, his body trembling as he fell backward, staring in horror at the raging flames where his beasts had been annihilated. His eyes darted up to Colin, who now stood over him, her silhouette framed by the flames.

"I thought we were playing without our beasts," Colin said, with a sad smile. She took another step forward, the flames parting for her as she approached. "You're already getting screwed. Do you really want to make it worse? At least save them from the humiliation."

The arena was deathly silent. Milo, seated beside Mercury, looked at his little friend with wide eyes, his jaw slightly slack. Even he hadn't seen this side of her before.

The aces, however, were thoroughly enjoying the show.

Eratz leaned back in his seat, pulling out his phone.

"This is gold," he muttered, grinning as he began filming.

Mercury crossed her arms, the corner of her mouth twitching upward into a reluctant smile.

Colin raised her hand, creating a small flame on her index finger. The fire crackled softly, its glow dancing in her crimson eyes.

Adrian's face twisted with terror as he let out an unrestrained scream, scrambling backward on his hands and knees before finally managing to stand.

He stumbled, nearly falling again, before regaining some semblance of balance.

Then he saw them, the faces of everyone watching.

Trainees, staff, veterans, all staring at him with expressions ranging from shock to disgust to pity.

His humiliation reached its peak, and his rage exploded.

"You think this is funny?!" he bellowed, his aura flaring wildly. "You think I'm pathetic? Screw all of you! I'm better than this, better than all of you!"

His energy surged, his anger twisting his aura into a chaotic storm around him. He pointed a trembling finger at Colin.

"And you," he spat, his voice trembling with fury. "I'm going to crush you! I'll fuck you up!!!" Colin's wide smile widened further.

"Oh, another new expression," she said, her tone mocking and light. "You... Fuck." S~eaʀᴄh the NôvelFire.nёt website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

Adrian lunged at her, his aura crackling as he swung a wild punch. Colin didn't move until the last moment, stepping aside.

She tapped his ribs with a small burst of fire, sending him sprawling to the ground.

Kaida, watching from the stands, chuckled.

"Look how she's toying with him... I thought she would win, but not that it would be so one- sided..."

Adrian pushed himself up, growling through gritted teeth. He charged again, this time with a kick aimed at Colin's midsection.

She dodged easily, this time aiming a small jet of flame at the back of his leg.

Adrian screamed, collapsing again and clutching his scorched calf. His face contorted with pain, tears streaming as he struggled to catch his breath. Colin crouched down in front of him, her crimson eyes glowing softly as she tilted her head.

"Mister, are you okay?" she asked coldly, her voice calm and curious. "I'm trying really hard not to give you a serious injury. Let me know if this is too much."

From the stands, Raya's calm voice broke the tension.

"She's definitely Eratz's cousin."

Zara leaned toward Ryder, her tone low but amused.

"We should probably keep an eye on her before she turns out exactly like Eratz."

Ryder chuckled, leaning back in his seat.

"Why? She's perfect. Imagine how great it'll be to team up with her."

His grin faded slightly as he paused, the realization dawning on him.

"Oh... wait. What if I have to fight her someday?" His face grew serious, and he shifted uncomfortably in his seat.

Meanwhile, Adrian clawed his way back to his feet, his body trembling from pain. His breathing was ragged, uneven, as he glared at Colin, who remained crouched, calm and

unbothered.

"Mister... Why are you sweating from your eyes?" she asked innocently. "Is this a mimic of another insult? Cry like a bitch?"

"Shut up!" Adrian roared, his voice cracking with desperation. "Shut up, you damn bitch!"

Colin tilted her head again, her expression feigning confusion.

"Oh... Are you hurt? Do you want a pat on your head?"

Adrian's rage boiled over, his face twisting as he screamed. His legs buckled, and he collapsed to his knees, his head hanging low. Tears of frustration and humiliation streamed down his

face.

The trainees watched in stunned silence, their eyes wide. Even the veterans and staff looked uneasy, glancing at one another as they tried to process the scene.

Adrian's voice broke the silence, filled with venom. He spit as he spoke, his words dripping

with anger.

"You're all the same!" he shouted. "This agency is a joke! You think you're better than

everyone else just because of your precious aces. They're nothing! This whole place is

nothing!"

The words hung heavy in the air, but Adrian wasn't done. He turned his bloodshot eyes toward

Colin, his voice rising.

"And your fucking brother? Eratz is a..."

A sudden burst of flame erupted in Adrian's mouth, cutting him off mid-sentence. His scream

of agony echoed through the arena as he rolled on the ground, clutching his face. The acrid smell of burnt flesh filled the air.

Colin stood, her gaze icy as she took a step forward.

"Don't talk about my big brother ever again," she said, her voice as dangerous as the flames she wielded. "I can ignore your insults on me, but don't ever insult him."

The crowd collectively gulped, some glancing nervously toward Victoria, who remained stoic and impassive, her icy gaze fixed on the battle below.

Eratz, however, was visibly moved. His eyes glistened with pride, his lips curving into a faint

smile. Mercury crossed her arms beside him, watching intently, a flicker of admiration in her

expression.

Colin crouched down again, her face inches from Adrian's as he whimpered in pain.

"I promised you I wouldn't beat you, and I'm not a liar," she said coldly. "You will

surrender."

She extended her finger, a small flame igniting at the tip. Its glow reflected in Adrian's wide,

terrified eyes.

"I'll burn you. Centimeter by centimeter. Until you beg me to stop. And if you don't surrender,

I'll heal you. And then I'll start over."

Adrian flinched, his entire body trembling as her flame drew closer to his leg.

"N-no... You... w-wait..."

"Watch me, it will hurt a lot," Colin whispered, her voice like steel.

The flame hovered just above his skin, its heat searing the air. Adrian let out a panicked

scream.

"Enough! I quit!" he shouted through his swollen, burned lips, his voice desperate and

broken. "I give up!"