The terrifying nature of this place became clear: one wrong move could lead to certain death. Invisible forces seemed to drain life while creating a bizarre illusion of tranquility.In an instant, the forest before them began to shatter. The space around them and the towering trees crumbled uncontrollably."Sir Adrian, I fear we've entered a formation. I've heard there are forbidden zones within the Great Dragon Mountain—places ordinary people can never enter," Tyler said, his eyes filled with concern as he anxiously scanned the area.Adrian’s eyes sharpened, his gaze piercing. "Stay close and don’t stray. Follow me carefully."Having come this far, Adrian was determined to uncover what monsters and forces lay hidden here. He never backed down."Yes, Sir Adrian!" the soldiers replied in unison, their unwavering loyalty to Adrian evident.For them, his leadership was absolute.Wielding mysterious power, Adrian felt as if nothing could stand in his way. His eyes glowed with golden
"Sir Adrian! We're here to help!" Tyler shouted, noticing that Adrian seemed to be struggling slightly.Taking the lead, Tyler began channeling his energy to support him.The other soldiers followed suit, unleashing their own forces. All were at the Divine Stage, so their combined strength rivaled that of a formidable Fusion Stage warrior.Adrian surveyed the area and realized they were facing a portal, its faint yellow lights flickering within. The path ahead, destroyed but still discernible, seemed to guide them forward, almost beckoning them.Yet a single misstep could lead to a wormhole, resulting in certain death. No one wanted to face that.Fragments of space rained down, violently hammering Adrian's energy barrier. The force was immense, and it seemed as though the barrier would shatter under the relentless assault.However, the soldiers' combined power increased Adrian’s strength, making him feel somewhat more formidable.This unity was beneficial, and he sneered. "Hmph!
Suddenly, Adrian was struck by a terrifying force and lost control of his body."Damn it!"As Adrian lay unconscious, his final thought echoed in his mind. He had believed the space-time portal in front of him was just like any other.Who could have predicted how violent it truly was? It defied all reason.Now, Adrian was powerless to do anything.Time passed slowly.Eventually, he became aware of his surroundings. Pain coursed through his body, and he realized someone was lifting him.Adrian slowly opened his eyes, his bones crackling loudly."You're awake, Sir Adrian," Tyler called out.Adrian looked up sharply, noticing Tyler and the other soldiers watching him with concern."Huh?" Adrian's confusion grew.Looking around, he realized he was being carried on a stretcher. The soldiers' eyes filled with relief and joy as they gazed at him."What happened?" Adrian asked, puzzled.How were they all fine while he was gravely injured?"Sir Adrian, you saved our lives," Tyler
Hearing Adrian's words, Tyler was taken aback. It almost seemed like a passing of responsibility—something he hadn't anticipated from Adrian."General, as long as you are here, you are always our leader. I wouldn't dare overstep my boundaries," Tyler replied firmly, his demeanor one of a loyal subordinate.Adrian, however, responded calmly. "I need to rest for a while. Leadership is in your hands now. Stop hesitating and take charge—I need proper recovery time."Tyler sighed in resignation. "Yes, General. I will follow your orders."Nearby soldiers overheard the exchange and couldn't help but chuckle quietly. The dynamic between Adrian and Tyler was unexpectedly amusing.Adrian closed his eyes, trying to recover his strength.His entire body felt battered, as if it had endured severe injuries. The discomfort was overwhelming, a constant reminder of how perilous their journey had been.He shuddered at the thought of encountering that terrifying white light again.If it appeared
"What is that?" The soldiers were shaken to their core. Adrian had been right—a Fusion Stage beast was indeed approaching, and its presence was overwhelmingly terrifying.Violent gusts of wind tore through the area, as if ripping apart the fabrics of space.Desperation took hold as the soldiers carried Adrian, running frantically toward safety.Tyler, maintaining a sliver of composure, scanned the surroundings. "There's a cave up ahead. No signs of any beasts nearby. We can take shelter there."The soldiers raised their heads. Several kilometers away, partially obscured by a towering ancient tree, they spotted a cave.It was an astonishing discovery—a glimmer of hope amidst their dire predicament.Tyler's keen eyes left the group momentarily stunned. To spot a cave at such a distance was impressive, a testament to his sharp observation skills.Without hesitation, the soldiers moved swiftly toward the cave, carrying Adrian at an incredible speed.Adrian noticed the cave as the
Everyone kept their eyes fixed on the Thunder Beast outside, fully aware of the gravity of their situation. One wrong move, and the beast's attack would claim their lives.Adrian watched the scene with a sharp gaze before closing his eyes to focus on restoring his strength. He understood better than anyone that survival in this treacherous land required absolute power. Without it, only death awaited.The Thunder Beast's frenzied energy continued to wreak havoc.Unable to locate its target, the creature grew increasingly enraged, behaving like a wild animal that had lost its sense of direction.Its blood-red eyes scanned the surroundings, but no matter how hard it searched, it couldn't detect the hidden cave.The formation around the cave rendered it invisible to the beast.The already frustrated beast had no way of finding the cave, further fueling its maddened state.Inside the cave, Tyler and the soldiers surrounded Adrian, patiently waiting for him to recover.They all knew
Tyler's eyes hardened. "This is bad! That's an Ancient Ram Beast, a pinnacle Fusion Stage creature. It's a vicious monster, known for its horns, which can unleash devastating lightning attacks."The soldiers immediately panicked. The beast's terrifying reputation left them stunned and fearful.As the Ancient Ram Beast charged toward them, Tyler glanced at Adrian, his face showing a trace of helplessness."Sir Adrian is still training. We must protect him at all costs—no matter what happens, we cannot let him come to harm."Upon hearing this, the soldiers exchanged uneasy glances.They knew there was no choice. If they didn't act now, the consequences would be unimaginable.Tyler's eyes blazed with fury and determination as he turned toward the advancing beast.The soldiers quickly surrounded Adrian, forming a protective barrier around him. Their mission was clear: shield him from harm, no matter the cost.Their resolve was unwavering. They could not afford to let anything happe
The soldiers struggled to hold their ground against the Ancient Ram Beast's relentless assault.Each devastating blow sent shockwaves through their ranks, leaving many of them coughing up blood.Blood spattered as the soldiers fought to withstand the beast's overwhelming might. Its strength surpassed anything they had ever encountered, and despair crept into their eyes.They knew they couldn't hold out much longer, but retreating wasn't an option.The only path forward was to endure, even if it meant clinging to the slimmest thread of hope. For now, all their hopes rested on Adrian.Adrian, however, was still immersed in his training.Waves of violent energy surrounded his body as he pushed toward a breakthrough. He couldn't afford to be disturbed—not now, not when he was so close.The Ancient Ram Beast's rampaging energy shook the ground. The air itself seemed to ripple under its power, an oppressive force that felt impossible to withstand.Unbeknownst to the others, Adrian's