Crack.

The air was filled with the sound of something breaking, the acrid scent of burning everywhere.

The world was scorched black.

Whoosh— Flames roared upward.

Opposing flames clashed, as if each was trying to claim dominance over the other.

The Qi contained within each flame was so dense and powerful that each collision sent tremors throughout the area.

Boom! Boom, boom!

The surging energy heated the air, making it deadly to approach, let alone breathe.

Above, the sky was an odd mix of red and black, split into sections like oil and water that refused to blend.

Roooar—!

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