The sky above Omperium City was misty, as if sensing the tension that enveloped the Shadow Troops' base camp.The practice ground on the mountainside was filled with clinking weapons and the rumble of Qi rushing by. Arvid stood in the center of the field, his greatsword blazing with an ice-blue aura, leading the intense training with Kenzo, Tony, Lena, Briana, and Sayuri-new members who were still tested for loyalty.Thanks to a high-level ancient technique found in the ruins of the Sakura Valley Temple, the Shadow Army's strength has increased greatly.Lena glided across the practice field, the two daggers in her hands spinning with a flow of Qi that formed cherry blossom petals. The Sakura Wind Rune technique, which she learned from Yara during the intense training at basecamp, was now executed with deadly precision.Every movement was sharp, slicing through the air with an accuracy that made Tony step back in surprise. "You've really mastered Yara's technique," Tony commented, half

“The technique of unifying Yin and Yang energy once sealed the Demon King. Now, it is being used again by humans—not for war, but for love. But the Underworld sees no intentions, only power. And they will come, regardless of the reason.”Kai's hologram flickered again, as if struggling against the temple's Qi interference. “[You must resist the forced absorption, Master Darian.Instead of draining Anita’s Yin essence, you can develop a cultivation method through shared belief and will. In this technique, Anita is not a victim, but invited to resonate with your Yin and Yang energies.The Yin from Yara’s wind, which is gentle and flowing, can merge with the Yang from your Nyxtherion’s fire, which is strong and burning. This resonance will purify Anita's soul, strengthen her, and banish Ryu Tsukikage forever.“Darian looked at Yara, his eyes full of determination. ”Resonance... like our family,“ he said, his voice soft but confident. ”We have always been strong because we trust each othe