Battle at the Selnes Country: Fighting the Earth Drill Centipede

In another dimension...

Asfrith and Thousand Earth exchanged a glance, sensing the overwhelming aura of a fifth-stage monster permeating the air.

"The presence of a fifth-stage monster... Is our opponent powerful that they resorted to that level of power?" Thousand Earth muttered, analyzing the shifting energy.

Asfrith's gaze narrowed in response. He sensed imminent danger and realized the situation was turning dire on their side.

"Hmm..." Thousand Earth paused, detecting a crucial detail. He turned to Asfrith and spoke, "Enjoy yourself... Our objectives here are fulfilled. We shall cross paths again in the future... With your strength, I trust you'll withstand the onslaught of Man-Eating Tamer."

With those words, Thousand Earth vanished into the air, leaving Asfrith standing alone. Asfrith's mind echoed with the name "Man-Eating Tamer."

Could it be that the escalating energy surge was caused by this very individual?