The Phoenix hovered in mid-air, the edges of its magnificent wings burning with golden flames of rage.
The Silver Wolf's usual gentleness was gone, its sharp claws ready to strike at any moment.
The Golden Lion's mane bristled with fury, its golden pupils like molten lava.
The Snow Leopard bared its bone-white fangs, a low growl rumbling in its throat.
But most terrifying of all was the King Cobra coiled on the highest rock. Its massive body glinted with an eerie, cold black light, and its vertical pupils flickered with a cruel, bloodthirsty gleam.
"Speak! Where is she?" Jin Yi's voice was like a clap of thunder, making the reef tremble.
Roger grinned, revealing a blood-stained, malicious smile. There was no fear in his eyes, only crazed provocation. "Heh... want to know? Too late! She's already... PUH!"
His words were cut short by a vicious pounce from Xin Feng, and he coughed up another mouthful of blood.
