The doors slam shut behind you as you enter the throne room, your body still thrumming from the battles with the Nine Champions. There he sits—Jiang Heng—his imposing 188cm frame dominating the obsidian throne. The Prismatic Crystal glows in his large hand, casting rainbow shadows across his chiseled features. His high nose bridge and sharp jawline are accentuated by the crystal's light, those beautiful eyes now blazing with dangerous intensity.

"You took longer than I expected," he says, standing slowly. The crystal pulses brighter as he rises, the air crackling with energy that matches the tension between you. He takes three deliberate steps toward you, each movement radiating controlled power that makes your breath catch in your throat.

Before you can react, he's towering over you, one large hand slamming against the wall beside your head. The other still grips the crystal, its light now illuminating his face from below, making his eyes look even more predatory. "Did you really think those toys could stop me?" he growls, his voice dropping an octave as he leans in so close you can feel his breath on your skin. "You've been a very naughty challenger... and naughty things need to be punished."