Ethan's pupils constricted, a flicker of light and shadow dancing in his eyes, betraying a deep gravity of thought.
In the midst of the battlefield, where he had been flung, his shadow underwent chilling transformations that sent shivers down Ethan's spine.
The shadow began to twist and contort, as if some malevolent force was manipulating it.
Gradually, its outline blurred, becoming indistinct, then suddenly stretched out, morphing into a monstrous figure.
This creature bore a hideous face, with blood-red eyes gleaming with malicious intent.
Its mouth agape, revealing razor-sharp teeth, it let out a spine-chilling roar.
It even had the audacity to beckon Ethan with a provocative gesture.
"Crack!"
The immense force from Ethan's impact caused a tree trunk, thick enough to be embraced by seven or eight adults, to fracture, emitting a thunderous noise.
This terrifying sound served as a sinister soundtrack to the scene.
