บท 264: Gerald's End

In the strategic heart of Ascendara, the command room buzzed with a palpable sense of urgency. The five Tier 4 Ascendants, the city's last line of defense, convened around a large, ancient table. Eldric, their leader, stood at the forefront, his posture commanding yet weighed down by the situation at hand.

Eldric cleared his throat, drawing the focused attention of his peers. "We find ourselves at a critical juncture," he started, his voice resonating with a grave tone. "Our comrades, Alexa and Axel, are currently engaged with a formidable Tier 4 lizardman zombie. The challenge they face is significant."

He paused for a moment, allowing the gravity of his words to sink in before continuing. "Furthermore, Gerald has been incapacitated and is en route back to base for urgent medical attention. Meanwhile, Lina confronts the Naga Zombie, and Darren is locked in battle with the Werewolf Zombie."