Chapter 446: Under the Shadow of Red Trees

446 Chapter 446: Under the Shadow of Red Trees

The forest around was immersed in an icy silence, with the full moon pouring its silver light onto the snow, which sparkled like thousands of diamonds scattered across the ground. The shadows of the trees formed ghostly patterns.

Lenore felt a chill run through her body, from head to toe. The imminent attack of the white wolf was even colder than the last.

With a calm defiance in the face of imminent danger, Lenore whispered the incantation '[Hydro-Hematologic Shield]!' In response, a shimmering shield, a living mosaic of blood and water, grew around her, pulsing with an almost tangible energy.

"BOOM!"

As the white wolf launched a direct attack, Lenore reacted instantly. She conjured a shield of blood and water, a bright barrier that formed around her. The wolf's attack hit the shield with a bang, but to the beast's surprise, it was absorbed and neutralized, its ice claws disintegrating on contact.

Lenore's expression was a mix of relief and triumph. She had withstood the wolf's direct attack, a feat few could boast. Luan and Nora, seeing this, allowed themselves a brief smile.

But Lenore didn't stop there, already anticipating that she would be able to defend herself, she launched a counterattack. Thi/s chapter is updated by nov(e)(l)biin.co/m

Lenore exhaled deeply, murmured: '[Breath of the Abyss]', releasing a supernatural breath that intertwined with the water and blood, the cold air mixed with the moist heat turning into a voracious mist, creating a pungent sensory contrast. The metallic smell of blood intertwined with the moisture of the water, while the hissing sound of the attack filled the air, forming a symphony of elemental power.

Upon encountering the wolf, it corroded its white fur, revealing sinister wounds bubbling under the corrosive influence of the spell.

"HOWL!!!"

The wolf, now a beast of pure pain and rage, abandoned any semblance of caution, becoming a whirlwind of incarnate fury. Its eyes glowed with a primitive light as it advanced, driven by a brutal force.

The enraged wolf created circles of ice that spun, launching sharp shards in all directions.

"[Marine Reflection]!"

Even in the face of the wolf's fury, Lenore remained calm and focused.

Lenore moved with fluid grace, her words weaving a spectacular illusion. In an instant, multiple images of her danced around the battlefield, each as vivid as the original, plunging the wolf into a maddening visual confusion.

As she turned to her parents, she tried to maintain a neutral expression, but the presumptuous glimmer in her eyes betrayed her.

Nora and Luan shared a brief look, a mix of admiration and amusement at their daughter's attitude. They knew well her confident and sometimes slightly arrogant nature.

"Congratulations, Lenore," said Nora, with a smile that mixed pride and light sarcasm. "You really showed your worth."

"Good job," agreed Luan, his voice carrying a mix of approval and caution. "But remember, each battle is a lesson. There's always room to grow."

Lenore, catching the mix of praise and advice in their words, let out a genuine smile. She knew that, despite the appearance of toughness, her parents deeply cared and always encouraged her to surpass herself.

"I know, I know," she replied, with a nod, acknowledging the wisdom in their words. "But admit it, it was impressive, wasn't it?"

Nora laughed, agreeing. "Yes, it was. You're as stubborn and determined as your father."

Luan just nodded, a slight smile appearing on his lips. He knew that, behind that facade of confidence, Lenore deeply valued their approval.

After a brief exchange of words, Luan approached the remains of the white wolf. He then employed the dismantling artifact, carefully handling what remained of the creature.

As she waited, Lenore pondered in silence: 'Now that I think about it, my confidence during the fight was amplified by the presence of my parents. If I had been alone, perhaps I would not have acted with such audacity.'

It was an undeniable reality. Alone, Lenore might not have had the same determination to face the challenge; she might have chosen to flee instead of confronting the increasingly complex situation.

Once everything was duly handled, the family of three headed to the nearest city. Their goal was to use a teleportation portal to finally reach the Southern region.

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