A New Challenge – The Dungeon of No Return

Far beyond the Ancient Elf city, **the world had begun to move.** 

In the heavens, among the golden clouds, a figure sat upon a radiant throne. 

The **True Hero.** 

His eyes—filled with divine energy—looked down upon the world. 

A golden light flickered around him as he smirked. **"So, you've truly chosen this path, Rael? Interesting."** 

Meanwhile, in the depths of the **Demon Castle**, the **Demon King** sat upon his throne, watching through dark magic. 

His lips curled into a wicked grin. **"Yes… keep growing, Rael. This is far more interesting than I expected."** 

But elsewhere, in a **hidden castle of shadows**, a lone figure was **not smiling.** 

The **Mysterious Woman**—the one whose voice Rael had heard in his mind—**was seething.** 

She watched as Lyra stood beside Rael. **Watched as he acknowledged her.** 

Her crimson lips curled into a scowl. **"How dare she stand beside him."** 

Then she exhaled, composing herself. **"It's fine. He will reach me soon. And when he does, she will no longer matter."** 

The world **had taken notice of Rael.** 

And soon—**war would come.** 

With the **Ancient Elves now under his rule**, Rael focused on **strengthening their hidden city.** 

The **Grand Enchanter** led Rael and Lyra deep beneath the city, through a series of tunnels **no outsider had ever seen.** 

At the end of the path, a massive underground **chamber of swirling energy** awaited them. 

A massive, **black crystal pulsed with power**—its energy capable of sustaining the city for eternity. 

The **Power Core.** 

The Grand Enchanter spoke with reverence. **"This core has powered our city for a million years. It holds limitless energy. If you take it for yourself, you will have infinite power."** 

Rael **stared at the core, unimpressed.** **"I don't care about this."** 

The enchanter froze. **"What?"** 

Rael's voice remained cold. **"It's not the power I seek. Use it to make the city stronger. All of you need to survive the coming war."** 

The Grand Enchanter was **shocked.** **"You would give up unlimited power… for us?"** 

Rael turned. **"Do as I said. Make the city impenetrable."** 

The enchanter bowed his head. **"Yes, my King.

Far away, in a **dark castle**, the **Mysterious Woman** watched everything unfold. 

Her **jealousy toward Lyra had only grown.** 

She whispered to herself, her tone venomous. **"Lyra, just wait. When he reaches his full power, we will see if he still looks at you."** 

She sat upon a **throne of shadows**, her crimson eyes glowing. 

**"Just wait."** 

Rael stood at the **edge of the Ancient Elf city**, watching as defenses were strengthened. 

No enemies had attacked yet. 

This meant one thing—**he had time to grow stronger.** 

A dungeon had been **rumored to exist**, a place so powerful that no one who entered had ever returned. 

Rael smirked. **"I will go check if it's really that strong."** 

He turned to Lyra. **"You come with me."** 

Without hesitation, Lyra nodded. **"Yes."** 

Their next step toward power **had begun.**