Chapter 10

Aeron traveled the world, searching for the weapon that could defeat Malkor once and for all. He knew that it would be a dangerous journey, but he was determined to succeed.

Aeron traveled to many different places. He visited ancient temples, explored hidden ruins, and climbed treacherous mountains. He faced many dangers along the way, but he never gave up.

One day, Aeron came to a remote village. The villagers told him that there was a wise old woman living in the mountains who might be able to help him.

Aeron set out to find the wise old woman. He traveled for days, until he finally came to her hut.

The wise old woman was sitting on the porch of her hut, smoking a pipe. She looked up at Aeron and smiled.

"I have been expecting you," she said.

Aeron was surprised. "How did you know I was coming?" he asked.

"I have my ways," the wise old woman said. "Now, tell me what brings you here."

Aeron told the wise old woman about his quest to defeat Malkor. She listened patiently, and when he was finished, she nodded.

"I know of the weapon you are seeking," she said. "It is called the Staff of Light, and it is the only weapon that can truly defeat Malkor."

Aeron's eyes widened. "Do you know where it is?" he asked.

The wise old woman nodded. "It is hidden in a cave in the mountains," she said. "But the cave is guarded by a powerful dragon."

Aeron swallowed hard. "I am not afraid of dragons," he said.

The wise old woman smiled. "I know you are not," she said. "But you must be careful. The dragon is very powerful."

Aeron thanked the wise old woman for her help and set off to find the Staff of Light. He traveled for days, until he finally came to the cave where the staff was hidden.

The cave was dark and damp, and the air was thick with the smell of sulfur. Aeron drew his sword and shield and entered the cave.

He walked for hours, until he finally came to a large chamber in the center of the cave. In the center of the chamber was a pedestal, and on the pedestal was the Staff of Light.

Sitting next to the pedestal was the dragon. It was a huge beast, with scales as black as night and eyes that glowed red like embers.

The dragon opened its mouth and roared. Aeron raised his sword and shield.

"I have come for the Staff of Light," Aeron said.

The dragon laughed. "You will never have it," it said.

The dragon charged at Aeron, and Aeron raised his sword to meet it. The two of them fought fiercely, but the dragon was too powerful.

The dragon knocked Aeron's sword out of his hand and disarmed him. It then grabbed Aeron by the throat and lifted him off the ground.

Aeron struggled to breathe. He knew that he was about to be killed.

Suddenly, a bright light appeared in the chamber. The dragon shielded its eyes from the light.

A figure stepped out of the light. It was the wise old woman.

"Leave him alone," the wise old woman said to the dragon.

The dragon growled. "He is mine," it said.

"No," the wise old woman said. "He belongs to the world."

The dragon hesitated for a moment, then turned and ran away.

The wise old woman helped Aeron to his feet. "Are you alright?" she asked.

Aeron nodded. "Yes," he said. "Thank you."

"You're welcome," the wise old woman said. "Now, take the Staff of Light and go forth. The world needs you."

Aeron picked up the Staff of Light. He felt a surge of power coursing through his veins. He knew that he was finally ready to face Malkor.

Aeron thanked the wise old woman and left the cave. He held the Staff of Light high in the air, and a bright light shone from the staff.

Aeron knew that Malkor would soon be defeated. He would use the Staff of Light to destroy Malkor once and for all.