Survived

Herbert decided to use the most primitive method to seal the Wind Eye, even though it would mean many deaths—aside from the Third Rank and a few Tier 2 Wizards present, it was unlikely anyone else would survive.

Pearl frowned deeply; she knew this was the best method available after losing the Ice Lock Array, but she could not bring herself to make the decision.

Thor had suddenly taken the sealing materials from Keri before the Wind Eye appeared, which was indeed highly suspicious, yet Pearl still wanted to give Thor a chance to explain.

If they were to start filling the gap with human lives right now—the Spirit Sea Flesh Mince Technique that had successfully sealed the Wind Eye in the past—Thor would truly be left with no choice but to wait for death.

However, Herbert had no intention of waiting for Pearl to announce her decision.

He suddenly transformed into a sea of fire, instantly burning to death a group of low-tier wizards he had brought with him.

Herbert's cold voice emanated from within the flames.

"I have already sacrificed the people I brought with me; how much longer will you hesitate, Wind Demon? If the Wind Eye erupts completely, your hesitation will be the sin you carry from this day forward!"

Yet, as Pearl watched Herbert transform into a vast expanse of fire, the hesitation in her eyes vanished, replaced by an icy coldness.

"When Thor was in a private conversation with Keri, he also passed a message to me."

Violent winds began to howl, but they were not directed at Thor; they were directed at Herbert.

The fierce winds prevented the flames from spreading to anyone else.

Herbert was taken aback, never expecting Pearl to suddenly turn on him, and he was temporarily surrounded by the