The splendid stream of starlight spread across heaven and earth like a vast river surging forward in parallel.
The majestic power crushed space into collapse, erasing everything in its path and creating a visual effect of contraction, making the surrounding space seem crowded.
No energy leaked out. Instead, the absence of space caused everything nearby to be drawn toward it frantically.
Once the galactic light rushed into the chaotic dark current, the turbulent atmosphere gradually settled, and light returned between sea and sky.
Russell took a deep breath and unclenched his fist. Then, sensing something, he frowned and looked toward the Sanctuary.
In that direction, stars seemed to rise and fall. Even from so far away, he could sense powerful energy erupting in an instant.
"Someone really made a move..."
Russell considered the intruder's identity. He was a man of his word. No matter who it was, he would personally pay them a visit soon and check their household registration.
Crack! Crack! Craaack—
Several sharp sounds drew Russell's attention. Looking over, he saw countless metal fragments falling from the sky and splashing into the sea.
Poseidon!
He was in a wretched state. Under the impact of the Zodiac Twelve Absolute Howls, two of the three layers of defense formed from divine power had shattered, leaving only his trident intact.
The Golden Chariot had fallen apart, and only the grip remained of his shield. Poseidon's body had suffered severe damage and was currently regenerating, leaving him stark naked.
Because he had exhausted too much divine power, he could not suppress the Sun God's power lingering within him. Fire poison spread across his body, forming extensive mottled burn scars over his skin. He looked utterly miserable.
What a tough life!
Russell nodded to himself. As expected of a man from Olympus. In