Chapter 33: Chapter 33

As the Hunter advanced, its form seemed to grow darker, more menacing, with tendrils of shadow reaching out like claws. Lio steadied himself, his magic sparking to life as he felt the familiar warmth of light within him. Beside him, Kaito struggled to stand, still recovering from the darkness that had almost consumed him, yet the determination in his eyes was unmistakable.

"Kaito, are you ready?" Lio asked, his voice steady but intense.

Kaito nodded, clenching his fists as he summoned the last remnants of his strength. "I'm with you, Lio. Let's take this thing down, once and for all."

The Hunter let out a guttural laugh, the shadows around it swirling like a storm. "You two are nothing against the darkness. Do you really think you have the power to defeat me?"