Mindaugas_Janutis

Power is the only truth.

Rael was born different—strong, ruthless, and feared even as a child. He rejected love, friendship, and weakness, dedicating himself to one purpose: becoming the strongest.

By fifteen, he left his village, seeking greater challenges. His journey led him to a hidden mansion filled with powerful enemies—humans strong enough to rival heroes. But instead of just a fight, he found something unexpected—a woman, broken and chained.

Rael freed her without hesitation. Not out of kindness. He simply hated humans more than anything.

Now, she follows him, determined to prove her worth. But Rael does not stop for anyone. His hunger for power is endless, and the path ahead is filled with monsters, warriors, and forces beyond mortal comprehension.

This is the rise of a man who will challenge gods themselves.

“The Warrior Who Walked Alone”

The dense shadows of the **Forbidden Forest** stretched endlessly before them.

The moment Rael and Lyra **stepped into its borders**, the air **grew heavier.**

The trees—**massive, ancient, unnatural.** The very ground pulsed with an energy older than time itself.

Figures emerged from the darkness—**the Ancient Elves.**

Unlike ordinary elves, these beings were **taller, stronger, and radiated raw magic.**

The eldest among them **stepped forward**, his piercing gaze locking onto Rael.

**"Why have you come here, outsider?"**

Rael's voice was calm, unwavering. **"I seek power. I came for demon blood."**

The elder's expression darkened. **"Why do you desire such a thing?"**

Rael's eyes burned with cold determination. **"Because I wish to be stronger. I have left humanity behind."**

Then, the elder spoke. **"Very well. If you truly desire power, then prove your resolve."**

He gestured toward the towering mountain in the distance.

**"The Dragon King sleeps there. Slay him. Bring me his head."**

Rael's lips curled into a slight smirk. **"Good."**

Without hesitation, he turned toward the mountain.

But she couldn't shake the feeling—**this would be his greatest battle yet.**

The climb was steep, the air growing thinner with every step.

Rael and Lyra reached the **heart of the mountain**, where a massive cave yawned open like the jaws of a beast.

A deep, **thunderous voice** echoed from within.

The cavern **exploded** as a monstrous figure **rose from the darkness.**

Its golden scales shimmered like molten fire. Its eyes—**ancient, filled with divine power.**

It **laughed, a sound that shook the entire mountain.**

**"A mere mortal dares challenge me?"**

Rael's grip tightened on his sword. **"I came here to kill you."**

The dragon's gaze sharpened. Then, with amusement, it spoke.

Rael's eyes gleamed with excitement.

The air **cracked with raw power** as the Dragon King unleashed its first attack.

A golden inferno **engulfed the entire battlefield.**

Lyra **leaped back**, shielding herself with wind magic.

The flames **collided with him—yet did nothing.**

The dragon's eyes **narrowed.** **"Interesting."**

Rael launched forward, **his sword slicing through the air.**

The Dragon King met him head-on—**a clash that shook the heavens.**

Each strike **split mountains**, each impact **rippled across the sky.**

But as the battle raged, Rael felt it—**his power was not enough.**

The Dragon King **was beyond anything he had ever faced.**

And then—**his sword cracked.**

Rael's eyes widened. **Not again.**

The Dragon King smirked. **"You will break before I do."**

Rael clenched his fist. **"No. I refuse."**

Then, his voice dropped to a whisper.

A dark voice echoed from within the blade.

The battle **had only just begun.**

The Awakening of the Dragon King