338 Three Monsters

Despite the overwhelming power that coursed through Arran's veins as he charged the creature nearest to him, he did not allow himself to be careless.

Perhaps the creature could not quite compare to a dragon like the one Crassus had slain, but it wasn't far off, either. Even with a Living Shadow weapon, just seriously injuring it would be a difficult task.

And then, if he defeated it, there were another two left.

But with battle already upon him, all he could do was focus on the moment. And before anything else, he would have to test whether the creature's strength and speed matched its size.

He ran toward the giant beast with his sword raised, eyes fixed on its movements. Yet while the creature could clearly sense his approach, it did not respond, remaining still — almost as if it was waiting for him.

But then, when he came within twenty feet of it, a sudden twitch of motion ran through the creature's massive body.