It was a holiday, and Pond's party was eager to start their new adventure in Xylo Chronicle. They logged in after having their breakfast, but Pim surprised everyone by being there even earlier. When asked how she managed to do it, she simply grinned and said she had woken up before sunrise."
Pond teased Pim, "What did you have for breakfast, coffee and determination?" Pim playfully punched him on the arm and retorted, "Hey, don't underestimate my breakfast skills. I had a hearty meal of eggs and bacon, just like a real adventurer."
Xiao Ming chimed in, "I had some steamed buns and soy milk, just like every other day." Anastasia added, "I had some granola and yogurt, trying to be healthy, you know."
Pond laughed and said, "Well, I had a bowl of instant ramen, as usual." Palm teased him, "Don't you think you should start eating healthier, Pond? You're the leader of this party, after all." Pond shrugged and replied, "Hey, instant ramen is an adventurer's best friend. It's quick, easy, and gives you the energy you need to take down monsters."
As they all joked and teased each other about their breakfast choices, they prepared themselves for the adventure ahead. They knew that the Black Phoenix Guild was following them, so they needed to be on guard and ready for any surprises that might come their way. Despite the tension, they were excited to see what challenges and rewards awaited them in the 3rd ring of Cylina.
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As they ventured towards the dungeon, the Goddess of the Moon and Tides, Pond couldn't shake off the feeling of being followed by a group of players. He sensed their presence and alerted his party members to be cautious.
As Pond voiced his suspicions about being followed, his party members looked around in alarm, trying to spot any potential threats. "Are you sure, Pond? Maybe it's just your paranoia acting up again," Xiao Ming teased with a playful grin. "Or maybe it's just your stalker trying to keep tabs on you," Pim added, nudging Pond with her elbow.
Pond rolled his eyes at their jokes but couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off. He decided to take a detour and lead the party through a different route to throw off their supposed followers. As they walked through the winding forest, they couldn't help but wonder who would be interested in stalking them.
"I bet it's Kate and her Black Phoenix Guild again," Pim quipped with a smirk. "She probably wants to steal your skills and add them to her collection." The party members laughed at the thought, but Pond couldn't shake off the feeling that there was more to it than just a simple rivalry between guilds.
As they reached the entrance of the dungeon, Pond's suspicion was confirmed as he spotted a group of players lurking in the shadows. He signaled his party members to be ready for a fight, and they prepared for battle with determined expressions on their faces. "Looks like we've got some unwanted guests," Pond said with a scowl. "Let's show them what we're made of."
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Soon enough, they discovered that the group following them was none other than the Black Phoenix Guild, led by Kate, the seductive but troublesome Shadow Assassin. As Pond confronted Kate and warned her about the consequences of following his party, she couldn't help but taunt him, teasing him with her seductive nature. Pond remained calm and steadfast, knowing that he needed to put an end to her troublesome ways once and for all. He told his team to continue without him and that he would catch up with them later.
However, as Pond turned his back on her, Kate tried to use her mind-breaking poison on him. She hoped to get her revenge and make him follow her orders. The poison was designed to trap the conscious mind of the victim in their deepest and darkest desires, leaving them unable to resist their own will, with the effects lasting for around an hour.
But Pond had set a trap for her, one that she didn't expect. Pond had a mischievous smirk on his face as he set the trap for Kate. He knew that she wouldn't be able to resist the temptation of using her mind-breaking poison on him. So, he secretly switched the vials and gave Kate a taste of her own medicine. She was completely trapped in her own mind, and he watched as she fell victim to her own twisted desires.
As Kate was lost in her own mind, she couldn't resist the shame and pleasure that Pond brought her. She imagined Pond doing things to her that made her feel ashamed and satisfied at the same time. Her mind was filled with images of Pond punishing her in different ways, and she couldn't help but beg for more.
Meanwhile, Pond's team continued their journey towards the third ring of Cylina. They were all excited about the new adventure, but they couldn't shake off the feeling that something was off. They couldn't believe that Kate and her guild would just let them go without a fight.
As Pond caught up with his team, he couldn't help but chuckle to himself. He knew that Kate wouldn't be able to do anything for at least an hour, and he enjoyed the fact that she was trapped in her own mind. He was happy that he was able to turn the tables on her and show her that he was not to be messed with.
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As the party explored deeper into the dungeon, they noticed that the environment around them started to change. The ground beneath their feet grew wet, and the air was filled with the smell of saltwater. The sound of waves crashing against rocks could be heard in the distance.
Pond instinctively knew that they were getting closer to the boss monster, and so they continued to follow the trail of the saltwater scent. Eventually, they stumbled upon a large cavern filled with water, and at the center of it, they saw the boss monster, a giant sea serpent with scales as blue as the deepest ocean.
The sea serpent hissed and rose out of the water, its massive body coiling around the party. The members were surprised by the sheer size and strength of the monster, and they knew that they would have to work together if they wanted to defeat it.
As the party fought against the boss monster, they strategized and coordinated their attacks. The boss monster, a giant serpent with scales as hard as steel, slithered around the battlefield and struck the party with its powerful tail and venomous fangs. However, with the help of Gusty and Grizzly, the party managed to distract the boss and deal significant damage.
Pim revealed her new copy skill, which she had obtained from a strong monster. She transformed into a copy of the boss monster and attacked with fatal strikes, dealing critical damage to the boss. Palm used his time-manipulating abilities to slow down the boss's movements, allowing the party to land more hits and avoid its attacks. Xiao Ming kept the party's health up with his healing melodies, while Anastasia imbued her weapon with elemental power and cast protective shields.
During the fight, the party exchanged jokes and banter to lighten the mood. Pond teased Xiao Ming about his newfound power and Anastasia about her obsession with magical creatures. Pim joked about how she would take on the boss all by herself and Palm laughed at the absurdity of the situation.
After finally defeating the boss, the party was awarded the 3rd ring- Cylina, Goddess of the Moon and Tides. They decided to let Xiao Ming keep it, as the water element would enhance his support skills. Anastasia teased Xiao Ming about how he would finally be able to heal them better, and Pim joked about how they should all stand close to him to benefit from his new power. Pond turned to Xiao Ming and began to explain, "The 3rd ring we just acquired belongs to Cylina, the Goddess of the Moon and Tides. It has the power to summon her servant beast, which is said to be a flying sea serpent. This beast is said to be incredibly powerful, and its presence can summon powerful waves and control the tides."
Xiao Ming looked intrigued, "Wow, that sounds amazing. How do we summon this beast?"
Pond smiled, "It's simple, all we have to do is use the ring's power and the beast will appear. But we have to be careful because the beast is not easily controlled, and its power can be unpredictable. We must be prepared for anything when summoning it."
Xiao Ming nodded, "I understand, I'll make sure to be ready."
Pond patted him on the back, "Good, let's prepare ourselves for the next adventure. Who knows what challenges await us?"
As they made their way back to town, the party reflected on their adventure and joked about their battle strategies. They talked about how they could improve their skills and prepare for the next challenge, knowing that there would always be new quests and bosses to face in Xylo Chronicle.