Capítulo 6: Big Demon
"Zeke, do you think we'll make it to my city unscathed?" Lila's voice quivered slightly.
Zeke flashed a confident grin, his golden eyes glinting with mischief. "Don't worry, Lila. With me by your side, those demons don't stand a chance."
As they continued, eerie whispers slithered through the shadows, hinting at unseen dangers lurking nearby.
"Zeke, I sense something sinister," Lila murmured, tightening her grip on her dagger.
Zeke chuckled, a sense of excitement creeping into his voice. "Ah, just what we need to level up. Ready for some action?"
Before Lila could respond, grotesque figures emerged from the darkness, their eyes gleaming with malice.
"Well, well, looks like a welcoming party," Zeke quipped, unsheathing his dagger.
The first demon lunged at Zeke, claws slashing through the air. With a swift movement, Zeke dodged and countered, the clash of steel against claw ringing through the forest. As the battle intensified, Zeke's dagger shattered, leaving him momentarily weaponless. Not one to back down, Zeke's eyes sparked with determination as he assessed the situation. Spotting an opportunity, he swiftly dodged an incoming attack, grabbed the demon's claw, and with a mighty roar, hewrenched it free with a fierce tug. The demon howled in agony as Zeke wielded the claw like a makeshift weapon, its jagged edges glinting in the dim light of the forest.
"Oh, look at that, free upgrade," Zeke quipped, a devilish grin spreading across his face.
Lila watched in awe as Zeke unleashed a whirlwind of attacks, each strike precise and calculated. The demons, caught off guard by his ferocity, faltered in their assaults, unable to match Zeke's sheer determination and skill.
"You're a natural at this, Zeke," Lila exclaimed, her eyes wide with amazement.
Zeke winked at her, a smirk playing on his lips. "Just getting warmed up, Lila. Watch this!"
With an explosive burst of energy, Zeke lunged at the remaining demons, his movements fluid and graceful. The ripped claw in his hand sliced through the air, leaving a trail of fiery sparks in its wake. With a series of swift strikes, Zeke dispatched the demons one by one, their wails fading into the darkness of the forest.
As the last demon fell, Zeke stood victorious, his chest heaving with exertion and adrenaline coursing through his veins.
"Looks like we make a pretty good team, huh?" Zeke quipped, a triumphant glint in his eyes.
Lila beamed at him, a newfound admiration shining in her eyes. "You're amazing, Zeke. I've never seen anyone fight like that before."Zeke grinned, a sense of satisfaction washing over him. "Well, what can I say? Fighting is my specialty."
Turning to the fallen demons, Zeke knelt down and placed a hand on each of their chests, a radiant energy pulsing from his palms. With a surge of power, he began to absorb the lingering essence of the defeated foes, their energies merging with his own.
As he absorbed the potent life force, a warm glow enveloped Zeke, his muscles rippling with newfound strength. The golden aura surrounding him intensified, swirling around his form in a mesmerizing dance of energy.
Lila watched in awe, her eyes wide with wonder. "Zeke, what's happening?"
Zeke stood tall, the golden glow subsiding as he rose to his full height. "Looks like I've leveled up, Lila. I can feel the power coursing through me."
His voice resonated with a newfound confidence, his aura exuding an aura of power and determination.
Lila's eyes widened in realization, a look of awe crossing her features. "Zeke, you're not just strong. You're a genius at this. You make breaking through levels look easy."
Zeke flashed a proud grin, his confidence shining through. "Well, what can I say? I've got a knack for this stuff. Plus, a little humor never hurts, right?"
Their banter was interrupted by a rustling in the bushes nearby. Lila tensed, her hand instinctively reaching for her dagger. Zeke placed a reassuring hand on her shoulder, his expression serious yet determined.
"Stay behind me, Lila. I'll handle whatever comes our way," Zeke said, his tone firm and commanding.
As the bushes parted, a towering figure emerged, its form cloaked in shadows. Lila gasped, recognizing the ominous presence before them.
"It's a Spirit Forger," she whispered, her voice tinged with fear.
Zeke's grip on his makeshift claw weapon tightened, his eyes locked on the approaching threat.
"Its at a the peak of qi refining realm! This should be quite interesting!" Zeke was anticipating a great battle ahead.
The Spirit Forger loomed before them, its aura pulsating with dark energy. Zeke met its gaze head-on, his own golden eyes blazing with determination.
"You're about to experience my upgraded power firsthand," Zeke declared, his voice steady and unwavering.
The Spirit Forger let out a guttural growl, its massive fists clenched in anticipation of the battle to come. With a thunderous roar, it charged towards Zeke, the ground trembling beneath its colossal form.
Zeke dodged the first strike with unparalleled agility, his movements fluid and precise. In a swift counterattack, he lunged forward, slashing at the demon's leg with the jagged claw he had obtained earlier. The Spirit Forger roared in pain, but its relentless assault continued.
As the battle raged on, Zeke's strategic mind came into play. He analyzed the demon's movements, looking for any weaknesses to exploit. With each clash of steel against flesh, Zeke's skill and determination shone through, pushing him to new heights of combat prowess.
The forest echoed with the sounds of clashing steel and fierce roars as Zeke and the Level 9 Spirit Forger engaged in a relentless battle of wills. The ground trembled beneath their feet, leaves swirling around them in a chaotic dance of power and determination.
Zeke's movements were a blur of calculated strikes and agile dodges, his golden eyes never wavering from his opponent. With each clash, sparks flew, illuminating the darkened forest with a dazzling display of energy. The Spirit Forger, towering over Zeke, unleashed a barrage of attacks, its massive fists swinging with brute force.
Zeke met each blow with a mix of agility and precision, his reflexes honed to a razor-sharp edge. As the battle intensified, a fierce determination burned in his eyes, driving him to push past his limits.
"You're strong, but I'm stronger!" Zeke declared, his voice filled with unwavering confidence.
The Spirit Forger roared in response, its eyes glowing with malice as it unleashed a devastating wave of dark energy towards Zeke. With a swift motion, Zeke leaped into the air, narrowly evading the dark energy blast. As he landed gracefully on the forest floor, a plan began to form in his mind.
"Alright, big guy. Let's see how you handle this!" Zeke shouted, his voice filled with bravado.
Channeling his newly acquired power, Zeke summoned a whirlwind of golden energy around him, his aura pulsating with raw strength. The Spirit Forger hesitated, sensing the shift in the tide of battle.
With a resolute expression, Zeke charged forward, his movements swift and precise. As he closed the distance between them, he unleashed a flurry of blows, each strike infused with the amplified power granted by the absorbed life force of the defeated demons.
The Spirit Forger staggered under the onslaught, its dark form faltering against Zeke's relentless assault. With a final, powerful strike, Zeke delivered a decisive blow that sent the towering demon crashing to the forest floor, defeated.
Breathing heavily, Zeke stood victorious, his chest heaving with exertion as he gazed down at the vanquished Spirit Forger.
"Well, that was a workout," Zeke panted, a satisfied smirk playing on his lips.
Lila approached, her eyes wide with awe. "Zeke, that was incredible! I've never seen anyone take down a Level 9 Spirit Forger before!"
Zeke chuckled, the adrenaline still coursing through his veins. "Just another day in the life of Zeke, the fearless demon slayer."
As the echoes of battle faded into the forest's depths, a sense of calm descended upon the clearing. The once tumultuous battleground now lay quiet, save for the rustling of leaves in the gentle breeze.
"Looks like this area is demon-free for now," Zeke remarked, scanning their surroundings for any lingering threats.
Lila nodded, a sense of relief washing over her. "Thank you, Zeke. I don't know what I would have done without you."
Zeke nodded, his gaze thoughtful as he absorbed the fallen Spirit Forger's essence. The golden energy swirling around him intensified, crackling with power and vitality. With each heartbeat, he felt the surge of energy coursing through his veins, his muscles growing taut as he absorbed the demon's formidable life force.
As the last traces of the Spirit Forger's essence merged with his own, Zeke felt a surge of power unlike anything he had experienced before. His entire being hummed with energy, his senses heightened to a razor-sharp clarity. The forest seemed to pulse with life around him, every leaf, every blade of grass, resonating with the vibrant energy he now wielded.
Lila watched in awe as Zeke's form glowed with an ethereal light, his aura radiant and awe-inspiring. "Zeke, you're... you're glowing."
Zeke turned to her, a smile playing on his lips. "Seems like my little absorption trick paid off. Now, let's see what the System has in store for me next."
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