Chapter 2228

Severin's formidable physical power promptly destroyed Zia's attack, and the remaining traces of energy struck Zia without seemingly any diminished point in view. That punch carried the weight of a mountain, and the surging energy delivered a powerful blow to Zia's chest as he penetrated the defensive aura in front of him. The counterattack caught Zia by surprise, and he could feel several ribs breaking. An unbearable pain seared through his internal organs, and a mouthful of blood spurted out. Despite realizing that something was amiss, Zia doubled down on his efforts and retreated several dozen feet to create a distance between himself and Severin. That confrontation, though brief, made him aware of Severin's terrifying physical prowess. Energy as potent as that of the surrounding energy, coupled with a power comparable to that of a real dragon, left Zia in awe. Wiping the blood from the corner of his mouth, he cursed to himself and said, "Damn it! He's not a supreme saint!" Even