Evolving Two Summons

After watching the beetle scurry, Arthur decided to stay in the forest for a few more minutes.

'I will stay here for now, just in case I summon another beast that needs to evolve.' Arthur thought, as he activated his summoning talent.

A dark, circular portal appeared once again in front of him.

Arthur's eyes widened slightly as the portal hummed with energy.

The shadows twisted, swirling in chaotic patterns before solidifying into a figure.

Arthur tensed, expecting another insignificant summon like the beetle.

Then—

A familiar shape emerged.

His expression darkened.

"Again?" he muttered, disbelief laced in his voice.

Stepping out of the portal was yet another beetle.

This one was slightly larger than the first, its shell a deeper shade of obsidian. It clicked its mandibles, antennae twitching as if scanning its new environment.

Arthur exhaled sharply, rubbing his temples.

'What are the odds?'