Chapter 49: Front Of A Treasure
*Gwaaaaaar!*
Niara and Darian had only moved a few meters toward the target when, out of nowhere, the Risen Chief fighting a summoner let out a crazed roar and charged.
Both of them widened their eyes.
'Getting closer? Great idea, Darian.' That was the only thing that crossed his mind.
**RUMBLE!**
An explosion made the whole ground shake, but the worst part was the terrifying shockwave blasting through the air.
They both got hit and thrown backwards. Niara crossed her arms over her chest, using everything she had to shield her tiny partner clinging to her.
After the impact, they hit the ground and got dragged almost ten meters, leaving a deep trench behind.
Luckily, the blast was strong enough to even push the miasma and nearby Risen away.
Once the dust settled, Niara slowly stood up, a bit shaky, surrounded by a white aura healing her. All her scales had shattered, along with nearly every bone in her body — but as long as Darian still had power and she didn't die instantly, she'd rise again.
She focused on the little creature and saw that he was totally fine, letting out a sigh of relief. Technically, a Spiritual Guardian with a ring always had a weaker body than the summoner. As they evolve, that flips — but she couldn't help but wonder if she really needed to protect him.