My heart pounded as I stared down the colossal beast, memories of the past flashing through my mind. Back then, his mere presence had forced me to my knees. His power was overwhelming, and he'd toyed with me, dangling the hope of victory only to crush it mercilessly.
Fine. Let's see how the tables turn now.
Our eyes locked, and the tension between us sparked like a storm ready to explode. A crackle of lightning signaled the start of the battle. Without hesitation, I moved—blurring out of sight and appearing above the dragon's massive frame. My speed now was leagues ahead of what it had been during our last encounter.
But then, in a moment that made my breath catch, the dragon vanished in a blur.
Impossible!