After the explosion caused by the dragon and the golem's collision, the dragon found itself on the losing side, despite having expended all of its power.
Yet, somehow, it managed to cling to life. Breathing heavily, blood dripping from its jaws due to its grievous wounds, the black dragon cast its gaze downward at the massive stone golem.
The energy crystal core in its heart area had significantly depleted, now glowing faintly, but it still retained a tremendous amount of power, while the dragon had nothing left.
"Red Guardian, I shall depart, but mark my words, I will return. Keep them warm in my absence," it uttered, its gaze filled with longing as it turned toward the red crystals.
With a determined flap of its wings, it struggled to gain altitude, preparing to fly over the sea. Just before leaving the area, it cast a glance at the two unconscious humans, narrowed its eyes, and shook its head in disappointment, then soared away.