76: Despair

The Blood Contract glowed brightly and entered the Crimson Lizard King's head, causing its health to rapidly regenerate.

"Congratulations! You have successfully formed a Beast Contract with the Crimson Lizard King!"

A gray Beast Icon appeared on Orson's interface, indicating the unlocking of his Battle Beast feature.

Looking at the Crimson Lizard King, now docile like a silly goose, Orson took out a rare saddle from his bag: Will of the Battle Beast.

The saddle was pitch black, with a war flag of the gray dwarf king and four ancient battle drums hanging from it.

Orson mounted the Crimson Lizard King, and as he did, the sound of drums rang out, stirring the blood of anyone who heard it. The voice of a ghostly fireboy echoed in the air, creating a perfect balance of grandeur and ferocity.

"Here I come."