Origin

Im raised a hand and flung a streak of light at Joy Boy.

Splat!

Lin Qi rescued Joy Boy from Im's attack, leaving a massive crater where they had stood.

"How are you? Are you all right?" Lin Qi released the arm he had used to support Joy Boy.

"Cough, cough... I'm fine. I didn't expect Im to be so much stronger than before."

Joy Boy gave Lin Qi a grateful look. The Drums of Liberation thundered from his chest, and he instantly recovered completely, entering his Sun God Nika form.

"King of West Blue, with your talent, you should not die here. Submit at my feet."

Born of royalty, Im remained incomparably graceful in every movement despite wearing armor. She appeared utterly composed, as though she wore not armor, but an exquisite court gown.

This was Lin Qi's first formal meeting with Im, and likewise Im's first time meeting Lin Qi. His performance could not help but stir a certain thought in her mind.

If he willingly accepted her death deprivation, she might consider sparing his life.

"Lin Qi, don't listen to her temptations!" Joy Boy feared that Lin Qi would truly be swayed by Im. If that happened, he would truly have no chance left.

Im was skilled at bewitching people's hearts. Queen Lily had once been beguiled by her, leading to a miserable life.

Lin Qi's gaze fell upon Im's crystal-clear, art-like ankle, and he snorted coldly.

"Don't worry. How could this king be someone who surrenders before a battle? Even if she defeats me and brutally stomps my face beneath her foot, this king will never surrender!"

"You don't know what's good for you."

No one had ever dared defy her. Lin Qi's rejection enraged Im, and she raised a hand, flinging forth an unmatched beam