As Hangul Enu finished her statement, Ryu emerged from the shadows, calmly stating, "Seems like my concealing magic wasn't enough to keep me hidden."
Hangul, with a subtle smile, replied, "Of course, it wasn't. You're more talented than you let on. But right now, as a student, it's not safe here. The beast is a shadow magic demon, and the summoner is already dead. The only way to defeat it is to destroy its core. Sir Bond is an expert in shadow magic; he'll find a way. We also have Headmaster Flakton."
Ryu listened attentively, his eyes scanning the battlefield. The chaos around them intensified as the creature unleashed dark flames, hurtling them towards Ryu. Hangul, momentarily distracted, didn't notice the imminent danger.
In a swift move, Ryu instinctively manipulated the shadows, forming a protective barrier that absorbed the dark flames. The flames dissipated, leaving Ryu unharmed. The sudden turn of events surprised both friend and foe.
Hangul, realizing her oversight, exclaimed, "Careful, Ryu! I almost had you burned to ashes there."
Ryu, his tone laced with a hint of amusement, replied, "It would take more than that to get rid of me. Besides, I appreciate the concern."
As the battle raged on, Ryu felt a sense of uncertainty lingering in the air. The Elite Three continued their relentless assault on the shadow magic demon, each contributing their unique skills to the fight. The Headmaster, with a stern expression, coordinated the efforts, directing powerful elemental attacks towards the creature.
Despite their combined strength, the beast proved to be a formidable adversary. Its shadowy form twisted and contorted, resisting the onslaught of magic thrown its way. Sir Bond, the shadow magic expert, focused intently on finding the core that bound the creature.
Suddenly, a surge of dark energy emanated from the beast. The ground trembled as the creature transformed, taking on a more ominous and volatile shape. The battle had reached a critical juncture.
Hangul, realizing the gravity of the situation, turned to Ryu, urgency in her eyes. "Ryu, go inside. This is beyond a student's capacity to handle. Let the Elite Three take care of it."
Ryu hesitated for a moment, torn between the desire to prove himself and the realization that stepping into the fray could lead to dire consequences. As the suspense hung in the air, the chapter ended with uncertainty, leaving readers wondering about Ryu's next move and the fate of the ongoing battle.