Back in the plain...
"Anyway," Akira said, pushing those thoughts aside. "This plain isn't just any place. Monsters often roam here—beasts that emerge at dawn to hunt for food. You should be careful."
"Perfect," Nox said, cracking his knuckles. "I needed some warm-up anyway."
Akira tilted her head slightly, puzzled. "Warm-up? For what?"
Nox didn't answer. Instead, he summoned Oblivion Edge from his inventory and strode confidently into the center of the plain. Akira followed a few paces behind, curious and somewhat wary.
It wasn't long before the first monsters appeared—wolf-like beasts with blood-red fur and eyes that glowed like embers. Their growls echoed ominously across the open field.
"These are Crimson Wolves," Akira explained quickly, her voice steady but watchful. "They're not too strong on their own, but they hunt in packs. If you're not careful, they'll overwhelm you."
