Shadows of Rivalry    

In the shadows, the Elven Elders seethed with frustration, their gritted teeth betraying their anger. Their carefully laid plans had unraveled before their eyes.

 

They had secretly provided Scarlet Blood Moon with two powerful artifacts, hoping the enhanced guild would eliminate Horizon and his team at the first round.

 

The goal had been clear: to secure victory in the competition and curry favor with the Queen of the Kingdom of Stars, whose forces had been eliminated earlier.

 

But their gamble had failed spectacularly. Horizon and his team had obliterated Scarlet Blood Moon with ease, rendering the precious artifacts useless.

 

"This is a disaster," one elder hissed, his voice low and venomous.

 

"They were supposed to win, to ensure our alliance with the Kingdom of Stars," another muttered, fists clenched tightly.