Chapter 198: An Unexpected Fall

Pain's eyes flew open with a jolt, and a deep, menacing snarl erupted from his throat. His reaction startled Sasha, who turned to face the guardian beast, puzzled by his sudden and intense fury. Lev, meanwhile, sprang to his feet, his face contorted with frustration. Without a moment's hesitation, he stormed out of the room, his anger manifesting in a violent slam of his fist against the wall, which resulted in a deep crack and a resounding thud. Ferocious flames danced in his eyes, and he panted heavily, visibly agitated. "Lev?" Sasha called, hurrying after him. "Ophelia... She's no longer in Celestia," Lev murmured under his breath, his normal hazel-gray eyes now reflecting a turbulent storm of emotions. Sasha's eyes widened in shock. "How do you know that?" Before she could get a further explanation, Pain darted off down the corridor. Sasha glanced back at Lev, who was clearly struggling with his emotions. "What do you mean, Ophelia is no longer in Celestia?" Esmeralda emerged