As Alex disappeared into the distance, Liebbe, still encased in the thick layers of ice, focused his remaining power. His eyes flared with determination as dark energy surged within him, shattering the frozen prison that held him captive.
Brakkk!
The ice exploded outward, sending shards flying. The shadow guards gasped in shock, watching as their king collapsed to his knees, panting heavily. His body trembled from the cold, the strain of breaking free evident.
"Keugh!" Liebbe grimaced, clutching his side. "I never knew the hero leader possessed such power..."
He forced himself to stand, though his legs wobbled beneath him. His gaze shifted to the shadow guards, who were still recovering from the aftermath of the battle. "Take your shadow horses and protect me!" he barked, his voice laced with frustration.
"Y-Yes, sir!" the guards stammered, immediately springing into action.
