The Betrayer’s Revelation

Aryan is still basking in the exhilaration of his newfound power when he suddenly senses movement behind him. Before he can turn fully, a shadow lunges at him, aiming a vicious strike with a wicked dagger. Aryan's instincts kick in, and with a swift sidestep, he dodges the attack with ease. The assailant's momentum carries him past Aryan, and before he can recover, Aryan strikes back.

With a swift, decisive motion, Aryan draws his sword and plunges it into the attacker's chest. The player gasps, his eyes widening with surprise and pain as he crumples to the ground. Aryan stands over him, looking down with a cold detachment as he pulls the heart from the fallen player's chest.

Without hesitation, Aryan brings the still-beating heart to his lips and takes a hearty bite, savoring the power that floods through him. The fire dragon's essence courses through his veins, making him stronger, faster, more deadly. He feels the energy surge within him, a testament to his dominance over the realm.

From a distance, hidden in the shadows, Kai watches the whole scene unfold. His eyes are sharp, calculating, as he takes in Aryan's display of power. A mixture of shock and fear clouds his expression. Aryan's newfound strength is something entirely unexpected, something that Kai never anticipated. This wasn't just a lucky power-up—it was a game-changer. And Kai, being a traitor from the beginning, knows exactly what this means for their plans.

Kai's mind races as he considers his next move. He can't afford to let Aryan's power go unnoticed by the Third Alliance, especially not when he's playing a double game. Kai is one of the leaders of the Third Alliance, and his loyalty lies with them, not Aryan. But now, with Aryan's new strength, the stakes are higher than ever. He has to figure out how to report this back to the Alliance without exposing himself.

"How am I going to tell them about Aryan?" Kai thinks to himself, his brow furrowing with worry. "If they find out he's become this powerful, they'll see him as a threat."

Kai's eyes dart to the horizon, scanning the area for any signs of movement. He knows the Third Alliance won't take this news lightly. They'll want to eliminate Aryan as quickly as possible before he becomes too strong to control. And if Kai reveals his betrayal now, he'll be risking everything.

"I need to keep this under wraps for as long as possible," Kai decides, his voice barely a whisper. "But how?"

Just then, Kai sees a figure emerging from the trees. It's Zoro, one of the other leaders of the Third Alliance, making his way towards him. Zoro's eyes narrow as he spots Kai, and there's a flicker of suspicion in his gaze.

"What are you doing here, Kai?" Zoro demands, his voice low and tense. "I thought I sent you to keep an eye on Aryan."

Kai forces a casual smile, but his stomach churns with anxiety. "I was just... scouting ahead," he lies smoothly. "I saw Aryan's attack and thought I'd check on him. He's still just as reckless as ever."

Zoro studies Kai for a moment longer, clearly unconvinced. "Keep an eye on him," Zoro orders. "We need to know what he's planning now that he's gotten stronger."

Kai nods quickly, trying to hide the tension in his voice. "Of course," he agrees, though the words stick in his throat. "I'll report back if I see anything unusual."

As Zoro turns and walks away, Kai watches him go, a tight knot of fear in his chest. He knows that his true allegiance will be exposed if he can't manage this delicate situation. But for now, he has a plan: keep Aryan close, gather as much information as possible, and report back to the Third Alliance when the moment is right.

"Stay out of my way, Aryan," Kai thinks darkly as he watches Aryan move further into the forest. "You're not going to ruin everything now."

With that, Kai turns and disappears into the shadows, his thoughts focused on the task ahead. Aryan's new power is a wild card in the game, but Kai has always been a master at controlling the variables. He just needs to stay ahead of the curve and make sure he can turn this situation to his advantage.