'15 seconds. That's your limit.'
Warned the one behind the voice inside Ian's head. Since he knew Ian's capabilities more than anyone else, he also knew Ian's limit better than anyone.
"Fifteen seconds."
"What are you talking about, young master?"
Asked Corner as he prepared his mana to help the Duke put up a shield again.
"You have fifteen seconds to put up your shields. Or we all die, is what I meant."
Ian said as he chuckled. It was a serious situation, but for some reason, he wasn't feeling rushed or cornered either. It was as if he had confidence in something or someone unknown to secure his protection.
"We're ready."
Miller said as he put up a huge shield. Many more layers were added to it as he was speaking. Only ten seconds had passed after Ian's warning, but they were already done with their
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