Chapter 21: Aegis Unleashed
Ash rained like black snow upon the battlefield as Inferna's body collapsed, her burning corpse reduced to cinders that scattered in the wind. The echo of her final screech faded into the air, and for a moment, silence fell across the battlefield.
DING!
[System Notification: Enemy Boss Defeated - Inferna, Emberflame General]
[Reward: +EXP] [Party Bonus Active]
[Lucas Carter has reached Level 25]
[Elira Nightshade has reached Level 25]
[Kaela Stormfang has reached Level 25]
[Beast Companions Umbra, Zephyra, Luna, and Thunderfang have reached Level 25]
Lucas gasped as power surged through his limbs. His connection with Umbra and Zephyra pulsed stronger, golden and violet threads shimmering in his vision. Their bond had evolved beyond mere command—it was synchronicity.
Kaela dropped to one knee, panting, her arms scorched but triumphant. Thunderfang circled beside her, tail lashing the ground with wild energy. Elira landed near Lucas, her breath ragged and skin singed. Luna prowled in front of her like a silent guardian, blood and soot streaking her fur.
DING!