Talon found himself lying on his bed in his dormitory room, deep in thought about his experiences with Gwen. As he gazed up at the rooftop, he couldn't help but question his own emotions. "Should I really pursue this?" Talon pondered, recalling Salvador's advice about a woman's vulnerability being a sign of attraction. They had shared a kiss, which according to Salvador, indicated Gwen's interest in him. However, Talon was unsure if he felt the same way. The truth was, he couldn't quite figure Gwen out. The thought of Gwen coming to his room and things becoming awkward made Talon uneasy. He flipped over, trying to find a comfortable position as he continued his internal debate. "Salvador suggested that I should try talking to her in a seductive manner to evoke happiness and establish a connection," Talon said to himself. "But how do I truly know if I have feelings for her? Salvador mentioned that if I can't maintain eye contact when I'm close to her, it's a sign of love. And if I c
Talon had finished preparing for the Martial Art Center and was getting dressed in a casual track suit. As he left his room, he locked the door with his key card. Unbeknownst to him, Gwen was standing right behind him, waiting. When Talon turned around, he instinctively used his elbow to hit her ribs. As she started to fall, he quickly caught her. Frustrated, Talon exclaimed, "Why does this happen every time?" He held her waist in a bowing style while Gwen's legs shot up with her canvas as she held onto Talon's waist. Their eyes locked in that intense moment. Now, Gwen was angry. "I think you're always planning this," she seethed, feeling that Talon had orchestrated the situation to get her.Talon quickly withdrew his hands, preventing Gwen from falling. However, she regained her composure and managed to steady herself. Finally, Gwen stood firm, her body no longer swaying as she momentarily paused. "And you keep repeating the same actions. You're a man, so stop behaving like a wom
Talon found himself at the ticket counter, ready to purchase a ticket for an upcoming fight. Gwen discreetly positioned herself at a nearby corner, observing his every move. As the Golden Maiden, she had no intentions of revealing her identity and participating in the arena battles that day.Talon engaged in conversation with the person behind the counter, situated in a corner of the spacious hall. Meanwhile, a woman caught his attention as she walked by. She exuded confidence and had an alluring figure, accentuated by her shorts that revealed her hips and heels. Her long, braided hair gracefully swayed along with her hips, reaching down to her waist.Gwen watched intently from a distance, curious to see Talon's reaction as the woman approached him. However, to her delight, Talon seemed unfazed by her presence and showed no interest. A smile crept across Gwen's face; this was precisely what she had hoped for.While Talon remained at the counter, the woman purposefully pressed her bust
The commentator, a figure with a commanding presence, stood at the center of the grand arena, his voice resonating through the space. Dressed in a tailored suit. Standing on a raised platform, the commentator had a prime vantage point to observe every inch of the arena. The broadcast was captured by a big screen that could be seen from all points of the Arena to ensure every moment of the championship bouts was captured and relayed to the eager audience.Spotlights danced across the arena, casting dramatic shadows on the polished surface of the fighting grounds. ~Good evening ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the Championship Bouts! We have a monumental evening ahead as 16 fighters will enter this hallowed arena to battle for ultimate glory. Only one will emerge victorious!"Cheers and roars drowned out his next words momentarily as flashing lights drew all eyes to the displays high above. ~Please direct your attention to the screens," the announcer continued once the noise di
~Round 15, and Thornbark is still fighting with incredible stamina!~~What kind of extraordinary power is he using that allows him to keep going through fifteen opponents in one night? And yet, he continues to prevail! How is he able to do this?~Thornbark's had not only allowed him to keep going but also led him to defeat Soulcleaver, who considered himself the undefeated champion, along with many others. Talon was taken aback by the impressive precision Thornbark consistently demonstrated in his attacks on his opponents.Now, Thornbark was about fighting his 15th opponent. Talon had studied every of his fighting style, probing for any weakness to exploit. Talon watched in awe as Thornbark emerged victorious from every battle.As Thornbark stood tall, catching his breath amidst the roar of the crowds, Talon began analyzing his fighting style, looking for any clues to the secret of his endurance.He knew Thornbark was a +DD- Class Ranker Holy Druid with a mastery over nature elemen
Thornbark playfully remarked to Valkyrie, "I hope I won't be condemned merely for engaging in combat with a woman," accompanied by a teasing chuckle."If you dare challenge me, let's settle this elsewhere, perhaps in a more private setting. We'll find out who truly deserves the title of the ultimate fighter. I have no intention of subjecting you to public humiliation," Thornbark added, a sly grin and mischievous glint in his eyes.Valkyrie sharply retorted, "Do you honestly believe I would lower myself to enter your chambers? Your jests are astonishing. If I were to even set foot in that space, I would swiftly cut off your most prized possession," her gaze fixated menacingly on Thornbark's lower region.Her sharp gaze even made Thornbark to hold his pants in fear of what she might do. "Hmmm.... she must really be the intense type. " Talon smiled as he watched their verbal engagement. "Pfttt!" Gwen replied to the statement. "Hoooooooh!"A collective gasp reverberated through the cr
Valkyrie found herself surrounded by long, thick vines ablaze with fiery energy, all converging on her position on the ground, just a short distance away from Thornbark. With every ounce of his strength, Thornbark focused on a single strike, determined to eliminate Valkyrie once and for all.The vines intertwined and merged into a colossal hand, forming a massive appendage that extended from Thornbark's octopus-like limb, all aimed directly at Valkyrie. Despite her remarkable agility and nimbleness, she attempted to evade the onslaught of attacks, but it became increasingly apparent that she was unable to escape the grip of the vine hand.Performing a graceful backflip, Valkyrie wielded her Chilled Ghost sword, attempting to sever the relentless vines. However, to her dismay, with each cut she made, the vines seemed to regenerate. Finally, Thornbark utilized the vine hand to ensnare Valkyrie entirely, lifting her off the ground using the tendrils. "Aaaaah!" A horrifying scream escape
Immediately, Valkyrie tightened her grip on her Blade and spun through the air, closing in on Thornbark with incredible speed. She had gained the upper hand, swiftly cutting through the vines that threatened to encroach upon her. Her movements were so swift that they blurred, making her appear like a phantom in the frozen environment. Thornbark's every action seemed sluggish in comparison, hindered by Valkyrie's dominating presence."I would say you're in my domain, but that would imply I'm merely a demigod," Valkyrie chuckled, observing how Thornbark stood no chance against her now.The fact that Valkyrie, a Sanctifier, possessed an elemental ability typically reserved for Holy Druids, shocked the onlookers. The once-expected defeat of the mighty Valkyrie had now turned the tables on Thornbark, placing them in a precarious position."Thornbark, it appears you underestimated me," Valkyrie asserted, with confidence. "The almighty Valkyrie, whom everyone believed would be defeated, no