Desmond’s Arrival

The moment the colossal feline emitted a thunderous snort, it sent Felix reeling backward, his senses overwhelmed by sheer terror. The cacophonous roars of the creatures lurking behind the leader echoed like a tempestuous wind, freezing the air with a palpable dread. Their eyes mirrored a profound fear of their commanding figure, their breath held in eerie unison.

Felix's forehead beaded with sweat, his aging body struggling to assist his racing heart. Were it not for his status as a 4th class swordsman, the shock alone might have been enough to claim his life. 

A resounding thud shattered the tension as a shadow materialized, leaping gracefully from the pinnacle of the Sky Hunter and landing deftly before Felix. This unexpected arrival intensified the astonishment that had already seized hold of Felix and his companions.