Second Ancient Tree

"F*ck!" William exclaimed as he paled. He retreated in panic, not being careful as to where he was running to. Before that sinister head even approached his body, William tripped on some rocks.

'I'm done for…'

The python's bloody maw fiercely opened as the sharp fangs flickered with a cold light. William despaired as the thick, fishy smell spread through the air. 'It's over… It's truly over…'

There had been so many dangerous magic beasts on the way, but he hadn't expected that he would end up in a python's stomach in a secluded valley because of a moment of carelessness. This was too ironic...

'I wouldn't have approached that brook if I had known…'

As William was filled with despair and regret, a huge force pulled him sharply back.

William wasn't able to even react as he was sent flying. He only heard a loud boom as two heavy sounds echoed. Two Flame Bursts leaving behind a trail of fire grazed William as they flew out.

"Rumble!"