A Man Like None Other

Everyone turned their attention to Riehl, confusion etched on their faces. His words made no sense.

Without a word, Riehl reached into his sleeve and pulled out a pitch-black gourd. The gourd was entirely black, its surface adorned with intricate, ancient runes that gave it an ominous aura. Though beautiful in craftsmanship, its negative energy sent chills through the air.

Uncorking the gourd, Riehl bellowed, “Kid, get ready to experience the might of my Devouring Sky Gourd!”

As soon as he finished speaking, a powerful suction force erupted from the gourd. The force was so intense that Jared found himself momentarily paralyzed, unable to move.

It felt as though the space around him had been frozen in time, rendering him utterly unresponsive. Before he could react, darkness engulfed his vision, and the immense suction pulled him straight into the gourd.

“Jared! Jared!” Mia cried out in alarm, her voice trembling with fear.

just happened? Could Mr. Chance really have been sucked into that gourd?” Gordon exclaimed, his face a mask

and Ezio stood frozen in disbelief, their eyes glued to the small gourd

this even possible? That tiny gourd… it actually managed to subdue someone

too, was momentarily at a

pleased with the reactions around him, sealed

performance. I wanted to lull Jared into a false sense of security, make him believe my arcane arrays were weak, and lower his guard. That was the only way to catch him off guard

array masters,” Riehl explained. “It may look small, but it contains the combined knowledge of

“Jared may have been a formidable opponent, but now that he’s trapped inside, even his strength won’t save him. He’s completely at my mercy. The gourd’s inner realm is filled with

He stared at the gourd in disbelief. “This gourd… can it really swallow