Mikhail and the fatty decided to stay the night in the castle since the the way back was truly dangerous when the sun disappears and the darkness permeate the place .
_6:00Am
The two of them were already on their way back getting on the carriage early in the morning, hoping they would be reaching their city without encountering any beast ,their wary elucidates how dangerous and unpredictable these creatures can be .
The carriage was a sight to behold, with its glossy black exterior, intricately carved golden details, and plush velvet curtains. Its four white horses galloped quickly, their hooves pounding against the dirt road. As the carriage moved through the dense forest, the sun shone through the trees, illuminating the jewels and lace that adorned the carriage. Inside, the passengers sat in luxurious comfort, their faces illuminated by the bright light streaming in from the windows. The driver deftly maneuvered the carriage around the winding roads, the horses' powerful strides carrying them swiftly through the woods.Behind more than a twenty knights were following closely with their horses creating a tight defensive formation as they moved carefully and ready for any sudden attack from those beasts.
Actually those abominations were one of the most treacherous species that poses a threat to all creature ,they have countless arsenal of abilities and strange forms ,most of their power are still unknown and cannot be explained even by the logic of this world .
That's why Milkhail was so fearful and wary of them, their horrid nature and bloodlust towards everyone even their own kind was what made them vicious devils.
Although his guards were very powerful and ferocious fighters, that went through countless battles, all they wished now is meeting the low ranked monsters who didn't experience any mutation .
***
Meanwhile a couple miles away from Mikhail, two demons were engaging in a extremely brutal fight , their body towered over three metres as they hovered in the air ,while exchanging extremely powerful blows creating shockwaves ,shattering and destroying anything in their path ,trees were shattered ,rending the earth and creating deep craters everywhere scaring the creatures in the area.
The first demon with the imposing figure had glowing red eyes, razor-sharp teeth, and long, black horns protruding from its skull. It had a muscular body covered in black scales, with talons for hands and feet. Its wings were leathery and bat-like, and its tail was long and serpentine .
He was moving on the ground, his bloody aura materializing and creating a red hue around, with a smile on his face he was dodging the claws and savage attacks of the second demon that was a little bit shorter and more slender, with a thin, wiry frame and pale white skin. Its eyes were an intense yellow, and its head was bald, with a single, long, curved horn jutting up from the center of its forehead emitting a faint light of electricity .
As the fight progress lightning spells and wind blades with other numerous deadly attacks were casted further devastating this part of the forest .
Their fight spread chaos in the forest as every beast instinct sent warning signals to escape as far away from this place, a horde of beasts was created as they marched opposite the direction of the fight .
***
Mikhail was quiet relaxed during the journey, they encountered some beasts, but their were too weak to pose a threat to their group.
Nothing strange happened till the afternoon, the monsters that tried to attack their cohort became stronger and their number increased, the guard were becoming more and more tired as the weak willed were showing signs of fear and hesitation, watching their brothers die one after another during every battle, questioning if this was worth it .
A group of ferocious monkeys attacked the carriage, their fur was golden_brown in color and their eyes were a piercing emerald green, their physical power was terrifying coupled with their sharp claws and agile movements they overwhelmed the knights.
In the midst of the chaos a loud voice was heard by everyone .
"Everyone calm down, these beasts are nothing to us"The leader, a wise and experienced man spoke as he eviscerated the strange looking monkey.
Looking at their leader charging at the enemy without hesitation, they gathered their courage, stepping and facing their enemy head on .What they didn't know was, that this was nothing but the start of their hellish nightmare.
Another two hours passed, the group chose a place to camp and agreed to continue their journey tomorrow.
'Whew, that was close! That was the third wave of monsters we've had to fight this day"a guard said .
"Yeah, I know. I'm getting tired of this. We were supposed to be protecting the gates and now look at us, all we're doing is fighting off monsters"
" I know what you mean. It's like the monsters just keep coming. I think that something dangerous is lurking in the shadows, something omnious disturbing the ecosystem of this forest "finishing their conversation everyone kept their omnious thoughts to themselves as they prepared for the worst.
The forest was dark and alive with the sounds of the night. The guards, their faces hidden by their helms, were vigilant, their eyes constantly scanning the trees and their surroundings for any sign of danger. The camp was small and cozy, a pleasant reminder of home, even in this unfamiliar place.
The fire crackled, providing warmth and light. The guards, ever alert, sat around it, their swords close at hand. They spoke in low voices, discussing the events of the day and what dangers may lurk in the forest.
Around them, the trees seemed to whisper, their branches rustling in the night breeze. The air was thick with the scent of wildflowers, and the night sky was a canvas of shimmering stars. Every now and then, the guards would pause and look out into the darkness, as if expecting something to come out of the shadows.
The guards were there to protect Mikhail and the fatty from any threat that may arise.
The guards were also there to make sure that the night was peaceful and that the campers could rest easy, knowing that they were always safe and secure.
But something was wrong.
As the night wore on, the guards began to die, one by one. They had no clue what was happening, and no one could explain why they were suddenly dropping dead.
The campers were in shock. This place, which had once been so peaceful and safe, was suddenly a death trap. They were scared and confused, unsure of what was going on.
Fear and terror seeped through the knights like an icy chill. Their hearts raced as the darkness loomed and their minds raced with dread. All of their senses were heightened and their bodies trembling as panic engulfed them. A feeling of dread and despair settled deep within them as the unknown filled them with an overwhelming sense of terror.
Mikhail was staying a the center of the camp in his carriage the fatty in front of him lost all colors, his hands shaking from fear and his body was sweating like crazy in this situation.
He wanted to console his friend but he couldn't as he was also horrified.
After further investigation the guards discovered that a strange creature had been prowling the woods, looking for victims to devour. It was a creature of the night, and it had been using the darkness to hide its presence.
The guards had unknowingly put themselves in harm's way to protect the campers, and they had paid the ultimate price.
The creature was eventually slain .
The knights were exuberantly happy as they relaxed a little bit clearly affected by these events.
"oof that was close " John said fearfully.
"Damn it, for fucks sake, i didn't work and suffer my whole life juste to die here "another guard muttered.
Everyone was either shaken or amassing malice and despair as the journey continued, slowly the situation was getting out of hand, as thoughts of running hovered over the head of most of the guard.
Protecting someone with no statue or wealth was an insult for them.
if wasn't for the order they got from the family head and his father's threat they would have already abandoned those useless two.
after killing the creature everyone relaxed, but Little did they know, the monsters had been lying in wait.For a moment of carelessness.
After half an hour, some slept and some kept watch ,they were confident that they got ride of the threat.
Seeing the number of the knights who are awake getting halved. the monsters struck back with a vengeance. Armed with sharp claws and powerful muscles, they tore through the knights with ease.
"NO...NO DON'T"a knight shouted at the top of his lungs before his throat was peirced.
Screams of agony fraught the dark night, creating a cinematic view, addicting to see and taste.
In a matter of minutes, the knights had been slain and the monsters emerged victorious. The ground was littered with the bodies of the dead knights, and the air was filled with the smell of blood and the screams of the dying. It had been a one-sided slaughtering.
Fortunately for Mikhail and the fatty ,the captain of the knights used his life as a price for their escape .
***
"Damn,damn damn it"Mikhail cursed as his eyes became red, he felt helpless about the situation, he was too weak to help .
The fatty was breathing heavily as they ran quite a sizable amount from the gruesome battle, he was too tired .
The knights end was too unexpected and brutal ,Mikhail couldn't quiet process what happened ,why was there so many beasts in a place that was considered partially safe? ,and how can so many of them gather at the same place?he was too confused and sad .
Looking around the him the air was thick with an omnious and chilling sensation,The impenetrable darkness consumed everything.
Suddenly he heard a shout .
"Ahh!! Mikhail What's that !??"
"Shut up you fucking pig"Mikhail put his hand on the Fatty's mouth as he observed the creature.Sighing in relief that it didn't discover their existence.
In front of him The eerie creature was stalking the forest floor on four furry legs, slowly and cautiously. Its long, tapered snout sniffs out its next meal as it creeps through the undergrowth. Its bristly fur is made up of a patchwork of colors from deep browns to earthy greens, and two horns jut from its head like fingers pointing in opposite directions. It has beady eyes that seem to pierce right through anything ,and sharp teeth protruding from its muzzle. Its movements were slow and calculated-- an ever-watchful predator with an air of mystery and dark charisma.
"I think we should stay as far away from that thing"Mikhail said as chill run down his spin.
the fatty nodded his head as he looked around him desperation slowly seeping into his heart.
"Follow me"Mikhail whispered.
The two walked cautiously through the dark forest, their steps muffled by the thick blanket of leaves covering the forest floor. They were scared, unsure of what lay ahead of them and searching desperately for a way out. They could feel the oppressive darkness surrounding them, making the air thick and heavy with fear. Every creak and groan of the trees seemed to be a warning that something was out there, waiting to pounce. The two of them were practicing deep breathing,which was the only comfort they had in the vast darkness. Moving carefully and hoping to find a way to escape the depths of the forest and the terrors that lurked within.
Suddenly, after what felt like an eternity of walking, the two of them stumbled into a strange town. They stopped, their eyes wide with surprise and disbelief.The two of them had made it out of the darkness, and they both let out a sigh of relief.
But then, their relief quickly turned to horror as they noticed the strange and eerie atmosphere of the town. The people walking around seemed to be in a trance-like state, their faces blank and their movements robotic-like. The buildings were old and decrepit, and it seemed as if no one had stepped foot in the town for years. The two of them felt a chill run through their bodies, and they knew that the town was a place that was hiding a deep secret They took a last look at the forest and then at the town before deciding to stay despite the eerie and ominous vibe they felt.
Actually just the existence of a place like this in the middle of the forest was quiet suspicious in itself.
As the night deepens, the shadows became longer and the air was filled with an oppressive, otherworldly feeling. The wind carried strange sounds, like a distant howling and a faint, mournful melody that makes your skin crawl.
Feeling the sudden change in the atmosphere all he wanted was to just run and never come back, but he restrained himself and continued walking deeper, suddenly he noticed something In the distance, atop a hill, stands a single statue of a raven, its wings spread wide as if it were ready to take flight. Its beady eyes seem to follow your every movement, as if it were watching your every step. It felts like the only thing keeping the darkness at bay.
Mikhail's line of sight stopped, as he felt he felt the presence of someone coming closer and closer.