Ren nodded, a flicker of pride in his eyes. "Yes, she did. She's come a long way."
Curiosity tugged at Takashi's mind, and he couldn't help but inquire about Ren's thoughts on his own display of power. "Speaking of battles, what did you think of that monster? Pretty intense, right?"
A smile played at the corners of Ren's lips as he spoke. "Indeed, it was quite a spectacle. Your ability to harness the flames is impressive. How strong is your strongest flame?"
Takashi's eyes glinted with a hint of mischief as he leaned in closer. "Oh, my friend, you have yet to witness the true might of my Golden Dragon Flame. It burns hotter than the sun itself, capable of reducing anything in its path to ashes."
Ren's eyebrows raised in surprise, his curiosity piqued. "And the black dragon flame you used earlier? That was already incredible."
Takashi chuckled, a smugness evident in his expression. "The black dragon flame? That's like a baby spark compared to my Golden Dragon Flame. It's on a whole different level."
Takashi's confidence shone through as he leaned back, crossing his arms. "But hey, enough about my flames. We've got a battle to win, don't we? Let's focus on that and make sure Amara gets the rest she needs."
Ren nodded, determination gleaming in his eyes as his gaze shifted to the monster in the sky whose body was covered with blood. "Absolutely. We won't let her sacrifice go in vain. We'll finish what we started."
Takashi's gaze flickered between Ren and the blood-filled monster, his mind filled with a thoughts. The adrenaline from the recent battles still coursed through his veins, urging him to continue the fight and strike down the leader of the monsters once and for all. He turned to Ren, his voice tinged with urgency.
"Ren, should we attack the leader now? We have the chance to take it down and end this once and for all," Takashi suggested, his eyes narrowing into slits.
Ren, however, held a more cautious approach. He took a moment to gather his thoughts, his expression pensive as he weighed the options. He knew the importance of strategy and their own limitations, and so he shook his head in response. Although he was confident of his strength, it doesn't mean that he can act recklessly.
"No, Takashi. We need to rest and replenish our degu energy. Fighting the blood-filled monster in our current state would put us at a disadvantage. We need to be at our best if we want to stand a chance against it," Ren reasoned, his voice steady and resolute.
Takashi's brows furrowed in contemplation. He respected Ren's judgment and understood the necessity of their decision. As much as he wanted to charge forward, he recognized the importance of careful planning and preparation. With a sigh, he relented, finding a spot on the ground to sit and observe.
As Takashi settled down, his eyes were drawn to Luna, who stood poised and ready to face two formidable S-rank monsters. A feeling of concern washed over him as he watched Luna, his fingers unconsciously clenching into fists.
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Luna stood poised on the battlefield, her jet-black hair cascading down her shoulders, contrasting sharply against her fair skin. Her piercing amber eyes glinted with determination, reflecting the fire that burned within her soul. She exuded an aura of quiet confidence, her every movement purposeful and deliberate.
Dressed in her standard vest, Luna's figure was lithe and agile, perfectly suited for the demands of combat. Silver daggers gleamed in each of her hands, the blades honed to deadly perfection. The metallic sheen of the daggers caught the sunlight, casting an ethereal glow that matched Luna's her temperament.
Before her stood the two monsters, their scaly forms towering over Luna. Their tough shells exuded an air of impenetrability. Their bloodshot pupils narrowed, fixed on Luna as if they want to tear her to pieces, it as if they could already taste the victory they believed to be within their grasp.
"How is it possible for those three humans to kill eight of us that easily." One of the monster muttered and shifted his gaze towards Amara, Ren, and Takashi. "It seems they are really the strongest of this world. Those regions have really sent the cream of crop to deal with us."
"Damn it! These bastards are more powerful than I thought. Fortunately, our leaders is here with us." The other one beside him chuckled. Then he looked at their leader that still look lazy as always. As if no things in the world would be able to disturb him.
Hearing the words of the two S-rank monsters made Luna frowned.
"Ah, the mighty monsters with their god-like complexes," Luna remarked, her voice dripping with a hint of sarcasm. "Do you ever get tired of believing you're invincible?"
The monsters responded with a chorus of guttural growls, their faces contorted with disdain. They scoffed at Luna's audacity, their god complex shining through their every word.
"We are the superior beings," one monster bellowed, his voice filled with unwarranted pride. "We hold the power of destruction in our hands."
Luna tilted her head slightly, a mischievous glint sparkling in her eyes. "Ah, yes, the power of destruction," she replied, her tone laced with amusement. "I suppose that's quite a big responsibility for creatures with such fragile egos. You know... It's easy to destroy than to create."
The monsters growled in anger, their frustration mounting as Luna's witty retorts struck a nerve. They were unaccustomed to such resistance, their belief in their own invincibility never before challenged.
"You will bow before us," the other monster sneered, his voice oozing with arrogance. "We are the embodiment of power."
Luna's lips curved into a sly smile, her eyes dancing with a mixture of defiance and intelligence. "Power, you say? I've always found it amusing how those who brag the most tend to crumble the fastest."
The monsters exchanged furious glances, their anger mounting. Luna's words had pierced through their egos, exposing their vulnerabilities.
"And what makes you think you can defeat us?" one monster seethed, his voice hoarse.
Luna's smile widened, her voice filled with unwavering confidence. "Oh, my dear monsters, it's not about thinking. It's about knowing. And I know I can, and I will, defeat you. For I am the shadow dancer!"
"So cool... Such confidence." Takashi who was in the sidelines couldn't but voice out the thoughts on his head as he heard Luna's overbearing words.
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