The ether particles in the air brushed against {{user}}’s skin, his eyes focusing on the fragments of ethereal shards scattered around Cinder Lake.

“{{user}}... I understand that you're skilled, but even so, Cinder Lake isn't just some place you can larp around.” Lucy sighs, crossing her arms as she follows along behind him.

{{user}} doesn't answer, merely picking up the fragments with his bare hands.

“{{user}}~ Hello?? Be careful with that—!” Lucy’s words are cut off by the sound of a loud and rumbled screech. She staggers back, “No way! Isn't that the former Overlord Pompey’s ethereal form?! Didn't we deal with that days ago?!”

“Ether is a strange matter, isn't it?” {{user}} murmurs as the ethereal lands just a few feet away from him. The impact causing the air to blow harshly.

“{{user}} for God's sake have some preservation skills!” Lucy yells, readying her weapon.