the Earth Dragon(0)

After two months of intense training under Raynor's guidance, the heroes and the Monkey King were ready for the next phase of their journey: confronting the Earth Dragon and retrieving the second part of the Eye of Destiny.

They arrived at the depths of the Bloody Forest, where a massive stone gate adorned with ancient symbols and intricate locks stood before them. Raynor said,

"This gate separates the ordinary world from the Earth Dragon's lair. Open the locks carefully; they are protected by powerful magic."

Each lock on the gate presented a riddle that needed solving. The riddles were tough and required teamwork. Lian analyzed the symbols, while Samer contributed with his practical ingenuity. Zian, guided by the Heavenly Sword, sensed the magical energy linking the locks to the world around them.

After hours of attempts, the locks were finally opened, but not without consequence. A magical surge struck Lian, leaving a faint mark on her arm.

The group crossed into the cave, which was dark and cold. The air was thick with the smell of sulfur, and the echoes of distant creatures filled the space.

Clutching the Heavenly Sword tightly, Zian said,

"If this is where the Earth Dragon dwells, we'd better be ready for anything."

Their first challenge was a horde of Stone Beasts, the Earth Dragon's guardians. These creatures were covered in impenetrable stone armor, making them difficult to defeat.

The battle was fierce. Lian used her magical powers to destroy some of the beasts, while Samer coordinated attacks with the Monkey King. Zian focused on finding the creatures' weak points with his sword.

After defeating the guardians, the Earth Dragon emerged amidst a massive explosion. Its body was covered in stone scales, and its glowing eyes radiated dark energy. The dragon roared, shaking the entire cave.

"You dare trespass into my domain? Your deaths will serve as a warning to all who dare approach!"

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