............"Fine, no need to worry. It's not like your words are wrong. It all happened because of my stupid parents." Bella waved her hand dismissively. Seeing Mrs. Von's apologetic look, Bella calmed down and spoke in a calmer tone, blaming her parents for everything."Oh, so there are still parents like those who can't judge what's best for their children. I'm really looking forward to seeing such parents who had the audacity to judge Mr. Veridian, such a great man, with arrogance!" Harsha Von commented, a little anger in her tone. Felix and Asher Von also showed anger in their eyes but remained composed.'Sorry, Mother and Father, I think you really need to learn a harsh lesson about your behavior towards my great brother-in-law!' Bella thought to herself as she crossed her arms and waited for her parents, also giving them a call.A short while later, Antonio and Sophia Rossi arrived at their table and noticed Bella sitting there.After Bella introduced Felix Von and Harsha Vo
............An hour before Aarav heard the disturbing news.Outside the great wall of Quartzgate City, facing the forest.“Boommn…Crasssshhh…!”Loud noises echoed everywhere as Commander Anki Valorcrest, Commander Liam Battlesteel, and Commander Roland Knightshield were flung around the field like rag dolls by the monstrous entity known as the Shadowbeast.“Cough…cough…damn it!” Roland cursed as he stood up after being thrown by the beast’s attack. He landed hard, making his insides churn, and he spat out blood.“How are we going to defeat this beast? I’m already worn out and injured. Luna and Anki aren’t in any better condition than me!” Roland muttered, gripping his sturdy shield with one hand and his sharp sword with the other.He observed his fellow commanders and saw their sluggish movements and bloodied bodies. It was clear they were in no better shape than he was."Chiiichiiii...!"The Shadowbeast roared, its eyes glowing with a malevolent light as it walked toward the comman
............"Here...eat up and go on a rampage. Make sure to break down that sturdy wall before ravaging the city further...Hahahah!" The man opened the bag and then jumped on the beast's slightly open mouth, dumping all the cursed tools inside.The punk-style man retreated as silently as he had appeared. Without drawing any attention, he disappeared into the city, climbing the great wall.Meanwhile, the beast, unaware of the man's actions, began to pulse like a volcano about to erupt. Its energy skyrocketed to such a high degree that it started to form a solid mass around its body.The air crackled with power as the beast's transformation continued, its muscles bulging and its eyes glowing with an unholy light.The knights on the wall watched in horror as the creature underwent this terrifying metamorphosis. They knew they were facing a threat unlike anything they had encountered before."Hurry up! Someone inform the Commanders and the Supreme Commander, we need their help right no
............"Chiiiiichiiii....!!"The beast roared and charged through the elite knights, its massive form plowing through their ranks as if they were nothing more than leaves in a storm. "Ahhhh....Booommnn...crashhh....!!"One by one, the elite knights fell, their efforts to strike the creature proving futile against its immense power."Booomn....Bammm....!!"With a terrifying roar, the beast turned its attention to the wall. It reared back and slammed its body against the stone, each impact sending shockwaves through the structure. The commanders and the remaining knights watched in horror as cracks spread and stone crumbled."Boomnn...Crashshh....!!"The great wall, their last line of defense, began to break down slowly. Rubble cascaded from the top as the beast continued its relentless assault, smashing its body against the wall over and over again.From atop the wall, Commander Roland, Commander Liam, and Commander Anki could see the inevitable. The color drained from their fa
............She wanted to take them to the healing quarters right away, but when she looked back, she saw their knights being killed like cabbages by the shadows."Please... cough... cough... please leave us be and help those knights. Stop the beast. We... cough... cough... can't let it enter the city... cough..." Roland and Liam coughed up blood, but they still reminded Anki of what was more important."I... please hold on. I'm sure the Leader will be here soon... please just hold on until then!" Anki said, trying to convince herself. But Liam and Roland gestured for her to go and do what was necessary.With a heavy heart, Anki nodded, her eyes filled with determination. She knew she had to protect the city and the knights, no matter the cost."Please hold on... I will do my best to stop this beast until I have even one breath left!" She muttered as she turned and charged back into the fray, her rapier flashing as she fought with a heart filled with rage.Her knights, inspired by h
............Sir Galen nodded, his face showing a mix of relief and urgency. "You've done enough. Rest now. I’ll take care of the rest."The remaining men hesitated, unsure whether to advance or flee. Sensing their hesitation, Sir Galen pressed his advantage. "Anyone else want to test their luck?" he challenged, his voice low and threatening.The leader, regaining his composure, sneered. "You think you can stop us? The beast will tear your city apart!"Galen's eyes flashed with anger. "I won't let that happen." He charged at the leader in a blur of movement.Outside, the beast continued its rampage. Screams and the sounds of destruction echoed through the city. Knights fought bravely but were being overwhelmed.From the top of a distant building, a young figure watched the chaos. He wore punk-style clothing and a golden chain around his neck, his eyes cold and calculating.As Galen fought inside, he sensed someone watching him."Swiiish... Boooommn...!!"Galen was far stronger than t
............The jet landed smoothly on the outskirts of the ruined area of the city, where the smell of smoke and the sound of distant cries filled the air.Aarav and Bishop Dominic stepped out, carrying their medical bags. The devastation was even more overwhelming on the ground. Buildings lay in ruins, and fires burned in the distance.“This... total destruction...!” Bishop Dominic said, following Aarav.The air was thick with dust and debris.Aarav led the way through the rubble, his eyes searching for survivors. They reached a clearing where several knights lay motionless, their armor cracked and bloodied.“He is barely holding on...!” Aarav muttered as he knelt beside the first knight, a young man barely out of his teens, and quickly assessed his injuries.“At least he’s still alive,” Aarav said, relief evident in his voice. “Bishop Dominic, let’s start with him.”Bishop Dominic nodded and began tending to the knight’s wounds with practiced efficiency.“Use the healing abilitie
............The beast roared and thrashed, but their combined efforts began to wear it down."Ahhhhh... Judgment Fall... Booommn...!!"Finally, with a final, desperate surge of energy, Aarav unleashed a powerful pillar of light that enveloped the beast in a radiant glow."Chiiichiiii... Pufff... Swooosh...!!"The creature let out a deafening scream before collapsing to the ground, its body dissolving into ashes."Hufff... Huffff... Finally!!"Breathing heavily, Aarav looked at the warrior, who was equally exhausted but victorious. "It's over," Aarav said, a mixture of relief and triumph in his voice.The warrior nodded, wiping sweat and blood from his brow. "Thanks to you."Galen wasn't in good condition. His left thigh had a deep gash, his stomach bore a claw mark, and he had multiple slashes on his back. He was bleeding from all over his body.Aarav turned towards the clearing where Bishop Dominic and the injured knights were. "Before I get back to save them, let me heal you first