After killing the snake and collecting drops of its venom, Tinibras turned around to see what it had been guarding. He found an ancient scroll containing a mysterious spell. As he read it, he realized it was a technique that enhanced the speed of one's footwork.
He didn't hesitate… he tried it immediately.
On his way back, he focused his energy into his feet, then released the spell.
In an instant—he shot forward like an arrow!
Tinibras' eyes widened in shock. He couldn't believe his speed. He ran, flipped, and spun with excitement. The more he used it, the faster he became… as if the spell itself grew stronger with his training.
He reached one of Salimar's markets, and while dashing through it at incredible speed, he spotted Grace.
A sly smile appeared on his face.
Without hesitation, he struck him—and kept running.
The hit provoked Grace instantly, and he chased after him in fury.
But Tinibras wasn't done… he kept provoking him further.
Grace couldn't take it anymore.
He attacked.
In the middle of the city, before the eyes of the people, a fight broke out.
Tinibras clearly had the upper hand, shocking Grace. He couldn't comprehend how his power had grown this fast.
Then suddenly…
A third figure intervened.
A member of the Eclipse Brothers—not just anyone, but one of their elite…
Jeffrey.
The battle turned into a terrifying three-way clash.
Grace wielded White Lightning,
Jeffrey controlled Wood,
and Tinibras commanded Darkness.
The ground trembled from the impact of their attacks, energy exploding in every direction.
Jeffrey hadn't joined randomly—he wanted to test his strength. Arrogant and boastful, he was the fifth strongest member of the gang.
His power was terrifying.
Wood formed into thick layered armor for defense,
and for offense, it shot out as sharp, spear-like vines.
Grace and Tinibras struggled to evade them, both suffering injuries.
Despite that… they decided to unite against Jeffrey.
But the difference in strength was clear.
Both of them were beaten severely, while Jeffrey laughed wickedly, enjoying the moment as he attempted to kill them.
People gathered from a distance, watching in fear.
Then suddenly…
A girl appeared.
Serin Veradis.
With her brown hair shining with a golden glow and her bright eyes, she stepped into the battlefield without hesitation and confronted Jeffrey.
But Jeffrey didn't retreat… he wasn't someone who accepted defeat.
Their clash intensified, and they were evenly matched.
Then—
They were suddenly surrounded by members of the Dawn Council.
A commanding voice echoed:
"By order of the Emperor… cease fighting immediately!"
Jeffrey's expression shifted for a moment, then he laughed confidently and said:
"We will meet again."
And vanished.
The battlefield fell silent.
Serin approached Tinibras and Grace to check on them, then looked at Tinibras and said:
"Aren't you my daughter Amelia's friend?"
Tinibras froze, lowering his head without answering.
Grace spoke coldly:
"He is Tinibras Novera."
Serin stood still in shock.
She stared at him for a moment, then said calmly:
"What your grandfather James did… has nothing to do with you."
But Grace shouted:
"Guards! He's from the Novera family—arrest him!"
In an instant, they all rushed toward him.
Tinibras had no choice…
He fought to escape.
Some guards fell dead, and he managed to flee.
But the cost was high.
The news spread across all of Salimar:
Tinibras Novera appeared in the city… and killed members of the Dawn Council.
The news reached the official newspapers… and then the Emperor himself.
The Emperor smiled coldly and thought:
"If we reach him… we will reach the rest of the family."
He immediately ordered Minister Soumil to hunt him down.
Soumil departed from the palace at once, beginning the pursuit.
—
Elsewhere…
Tinibras returned to the castle and told Silva everything that had happened. He also informed him that he had obtained the Wolf Fang, the Black Rose, and Cobra Venom.
Silva was impressed by his speed and achievement.
He then said:
"Place the three items in your palm… and release your energy to melt and merge them into a key."
Tinibras did exactly as instructed…
And to his surprise, he succeeded on the first attempt.
Silva smiled, then said:
"Before you enter the island… I will train you further. I will not risk losing you."
Tinibras felt overwhelming joy…
this was what he had been waiting for.
But Silva's next words marked the beginning of something far greater:
"It's time… for you to understand the power you carry."
Tinibras held his breath.
"The power of the Shadow Lord…
the Fourth Eye sealed within your hand."