Werther held Intent Blood in his hand.
After its latest evolution, Intent Blood had gained a new ability.
At Werther's mental command, Intent Blood began to change. Countless Blood-Red Tendrils spread from its Sword Hilt.
Unlike when he used Crimson Regalia, the Blood-Red Tendrils did not climb over Werther's body. Instead, they bound the two Intent Blood swords tightly together.
The tendrils kept spreading until both swords were completely wrapped.
Werther instinctively let go of Intent Blood, but it did not fall. It hovered in midair.
A blood-red mist slowly rose. Seconds later, the tendrils dissolved into smoke and dispersed.
A brand-new longsword appeared before Werther.
It was slightly longer than either Intent Blood sword, with a blade less than three fingers wide. The slender blade looked thin but felt incredibly sturdy, its edge keen. The Sword Hilt was longer too, making it more comfortable to grip with both hands.
Clang. The longsword dropped from the air and struck the ground. Without any force behind it, the razor-sharp blade sank all the way in, leaving only the hilt exposed.
This sword was Intent Blood, formed by merging its two blades into one.
Like Crimson Regalia, this form could be undone. Afterward, Intent Blood could return to its two-sword form.
Gripping the Sword Hilt, Werther pulled Intent Blood free.
He studied its new form, thoroughly pleased.
He had noticed long ago that while two swords let him attack faster, their slashes were much weaker than those of a single sword.
Besides, all his strongest moves used one sword.
This new form was perfect. Intent Blood could be two swords or merge into one.
Werther gave it a light swing, and the blade cut through the air with a low whine.
He felt the power behind the strike and was startled.
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