Chapter 41: + Point of No Return +

The creature lunged at Luna, its sword arcing menacingly towards her neck. Luna countered, meeting the ghoul's blade with a thrust of her own. Metal clashed against metal, the reverberating clang echoing through the cavern, causing Luna to wince at its proximity.

Gritting her teeth, Luna took a momentary step back before pressing forward again, blocking and parrying with intense focus. The creature, as powerful as it was, displayed surprising agility. To prevail, Luna knew she needed to be swifter and more relentless than she had been. Her objective was clear: wound the monster enough to grab Jon, then teleport out of the treacherous tunnels.

The creature's voluminous black cloak billowed with each movement, its expansive form making it seem even more daunting. Amidst the dim, shifting lights of the cavern, Luna faltered for just a moment. The creature's sword sliced through her, laying her flesh bare, blood gushing forth.