GUARDIAN OF THE FIFTH REALM

CHAPTER 10

The Goliath’s roar was deafening, vibrating through the shattered chamber like a death knell. Its massive, twisted body surged forward, limbs of jagged black stone cutting through the air with terrifying speed. Jace barely had time to raise his sword before the creature’s claws came crashing down.

Aila reacted faster. She thrust her staff forward, unleashing a blast of energy that collided with the Goliath’s claws, sending sparks flying. “Jace, move!” she barked, her voice sharp and commanding.

Jace dove to the side, narrowly avoiding the creature’s crushing blow. He rolled to his feet, gripping his sword tightly, the shard in his palm pulsing faintly as if trying to ignite. The Goliath turned toward him, it's glowing red eyes locking onto the shard.

“You’re what it wants,” Aila shouted, circling the beast, her staff crackling with power. “Keep it's attention. I’ll find it's weak spot.”

“Great plan,” Jace muttered under his breath.

“Just let me handle the indestructible monster.”

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