Violet's sudden appearance and Grey's devastating strike had left Kaien at a complete disadvantage despite his Four ball Cultivation. The shock of Violet's arrival, coupled with Grey's sudden lethal punch, caused Kaien's Special Brilliance form to become unstable and collapse entirely.
The four brilliant balls of Spirit Fire rotating around him trembled violently before exploding into countless sparks and fiery motes that scattered through the air.
"Pu!"
Kaien spat out an exaggerated amount of blood, his face turning even paler. But that was not the end of it.
The golden ring covered with patches of black and red also showed signs of shattering. Cracks rapidly spread across its surface before it finally broke apart with a soft, crisp sound.
The physical enhancement it had granted him instantly vanished.
He coughed violently and spat out another mouthful of blood.
