For a time, the space in this area turned into a raging sea. Every patch of land and every tree suffered utter devastation, swallowed beneath the seawater.
The instant the seawater blanketed the space, the Octopus Emperor's gaze shifted. He had already sensed something and revealed an enlightened expression. "So that's how it is! Earlier, you used a secret technique to draw upon the life force of every living thing in this area. That was the only reason you could unleash that kind of attack.
"Your true strength has only just entered the middle stage of the Kingdom. You are no match for me at all. Once I suppress this secret technique, you will be utterly vulnerable."
The sea level rose swiftly, submerging every tree. Sure enough, Catherine's aura weakened considerably.
Catherine gave a low cry, and black flames ignited across her body. The flames brimmed with vigorous life force. Countless lush green treetops gradually emerged from the seawater, rising section by section. No matter how wildly the seawater surged, it could never drown the trees, creating a spectacular sight.
This Kingdom, which contained such immense life force, possessed endless wondrous uses. Nirvana truly deserved to be called the Asmodeus Royal Family's strongest bloodline talent.
The Octopus Emperor was slightly surprised. The opponent's Kingdom power was clearly inferior to his, yet he could not suppress it. Before he could alter his Kingdom power again, Catherine's aura began to surge dramatically. Riding the Undying Puppet Emperor, she flew straight toward him.
The Octopus Emperor pressed a hand against the water's surface. Hundreds of enormous water spheres rose into the air and shot toward Catherine in unison like tracking missiles.
A faint radiance appeared around Catherine's delicate hand as she traced profound trajectories through the air. The approaching water spheres seemed to