The violent energy surged and shook the surroundings as the soldiers braced themselves for the onslaught.

The Ancient Ram Beast's massive tail whipped through the air, crashing into them with brutal force.

The sound of breaking bones echoed as several soldiers were struck down.

Tyler took the brunt of the blow, sent tumbling aside, his face bruised and battered.

His body, unable to withstand the force of the attack, lay severely injured. Breath weak, he sprawled on the ground—a picture of utter defeat.

Meanwhile, Adrian remained deep in his training, oblivious to the chaos around him.

The soldiers could only watch helplessly, their hope hanging by a thread.

Those who had been knocked down struggled to rise but found themselves powerless. Their bodies refused to obey.

Death loomed over them. Without Adrian breaking through, survival seemed impossible.

Even if Adrian awakened, they feared he would not be strong enough to defeat the beast.

A Fusion Stage creature was a level abo