Terry had grown accustomed to the pattern of portals appearing whenever he finished dealing with an enemy. However, this time, something felt different. He had been anticipating another portal to emerge, but minutes passed, and there was no sign of it. It seemed that Louis, or whoever was orchestrating these encounters, was changing the rules of engagement.
Terry couldn't help but wonder if he was expected to face his adversaries in one-on-one combat without the luxury of waiting for a portal to transport him away. It was a disturbing thought, but he knew he couldn't rely on predictability in this unpredictable world. Terry decided to stay vigilant, prepared for whatever challenges this strange desert realm would throw at him next, whether it was a solo duel or another group encounter.
