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To say Ryan was stunned was an understatement. He was so shocked his concentration was almost completely broken and he stopped his spells. A good thing considering all of the intense explosions heading his way. "Grimoire Art: The Emperor: Lightning Shield!" Ryan formed a shield of pure lightning in front of him and partly in front of Meruin as well. Meanwhile his mind was racing from the revelation Chase had told him. He lowered his shield and dashed in front of Meruin when he saw several flames heading towards her. "Grimoire Art: The Hierophant!" Ryan spread his arms to his side's and watched the fireballs go towards him. As they got closer they began to get slower and slower, until eventually they stopped. Then they began to go backwards right back at Chase. Meanwhile Ryan was sweating from both heat and exerting force on time itself.