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Chapter 8 - Afternoon Duel

The sun hung high in the sky, casting warm rays through the forest canopy as Emma prowled through the underbrush. The forest was alive with the sounds of birds and insects, but Emma's focus was on finding stronger opponents. She had grown considerably over the past few days and felt ready for a real challenge.

Emma's Status:

Level: 15

Experience: 500/2000

Health: 600/600

Mana: 300/300

Strength: 38

Agility: 38

Intelligence: 32

Luck: 30

Race: Emerald Dragon

Skills: Fire Breath, Enhanced Senses, Wind Slash, Scale Armor

Her senses picked up the presence of another creature nearby. She slowed her pace, moving silently through the trees until she spotted her target. It was a large, formidable beast—a Dire Wolf, with dark fur and glowing yellow eyes.

Dire Wolf:

Health: 600/600

Strength: 38

Agility: 38

Intelligence: 30

Luck: 28

Description: A powerful predator known for its speed and strength. Extremely dangerous.

Emma felt a thrill of excitement. This was exactly the kind of challenge she needed. She took a deep breath and stepped into the clearing, ready for battle.

The Dire Wolf's ears pricked up, and it turned to face her, baring its fangs. Emma wasted no time. She unleashed her Fire Breath, a stream of flames roaring towards the wolf. The Dire Wolf leaped to the side with astonishing speed, avoiding the brunt of the attack.

Emma followed up with a Wind Slash, the blade of wind slicing through the air. The Dire Wolf dodged again, but this time, Emma was ready. She lunged forward, her claws striking out. The wolf countered, its powerful jaws snapping at her.

The battle was intense, each opponent testing the other's limits. Emma used her Scale Armor to withstand the wolf's powerful bites and swipes. The Dire Wolf was relentless, attacking with a speed and ferocity that matched Emma's own.

They circled each other, exchanging blows. Emma's Fire Breath scorched the ground, and her Wind Slash created gusts of wind that cut through the air. The Dire Wolf responded with its own fierce attacks, using its agility to dodge and counter.

Emma felt the strain of the battle, her muscles aching and her breath coming in ragged gasps. But she refused to back down. She focused on the Dire Wolf's movements, looking for an opening.

The Dire Wolf lunged at her, aiming for her throat. Emma sidestepped and struck with her claws, tearing into the wolf's side. The wolf let out a howl of pain but didn't retreat. It snapped at her, its teeth grazing her scales.

Emma used her Scale Armor to deflect the attack and unleashed another Fire Breath. This time, the flames hit their mark, scorching the wolf's fur. The Dire Wolf staggered back, its strength waning.

Emma saw her chance. She lunged forward, her claws striking with precision. The Dire Wolf let out one final growl before collapsing to the ground.

You have gained 700 EXP.

Emma panted, her body trembling with exhaustion. She checked her status screen, feeling a surge of satisfaction.

Emma's Status:

Level: 15

Experience: 1200/2000

Before she could catch her breath, a rustling in the bushes caught her attention. Another Dire Wolf emerged, identical to the first. Emma's heart sank. She was already tired from the first battle, and now she had to face another opponent of equal strength.

The new Dire Wolf growled, its eyes fixed on Emma. She knew she couldn't afford to hesitate. She activated her Scale Armor and prepared for another fight.

The second Dire Wolf charged at her, its jaws snapping. Emma dodged and countered with a Wind Slash, but the wolf was quick, evading her attack and lunging at her side. Emma twisted away, using her claws to keep the wolf at bay.

The battle was just as fierce as the first. Emma and the Dire Wolf clashed, their attacks a blur of motion. Emma used every skill at her disposal, her Fire Breath scorching the ground and her Wind Slash cutting through the air. The wolf was relentless, its attacks pushing Emma to her limits.

She felt her strength waning, her movements becoming slower. But she refused to give up. She focused on the Dire Wolf's movements, looking for any sign of weakness. The wolf lunged at her, its jaws aimed at her throat. Emma sidestepped and struck with her claws, tearing into the wolf's side.

The Dire Wolf let out a howl of pain but didn't retreat. It snapped at her, its teeth grazing her scales. Emma used her Scale Armor to deflect the attack and unleashed another Fire Breath. This time, the flames hit their mark, scorching the wolf's fur. The Dire Wolf staggered back, its strength waning.

Emma saw her chance. She lunged forward, her claws striking with precision. The Dire Wolf let out one final growl before collapsing to the ground.

You have gained 700 EXP.

Emma panted, her body trembling with exhaustion. She checked her status screen, feeling a surge of satisfaction.

Emma's Status:

Level: 15

Experience: 1900/2000

She was close to leveling up, but she knew she needed to rest. The battles had taken their toll, and she needed to recover. She found a safe spot under a large tree and curled up, her body aching.

"Good job, Emma," Draconis said. You fought bravely and skillfully.

Emma smiled, despite her exhaustion. "Thanks, Draconis. I couldn't have done it without you."

Rest now. You've earned it.

Emma closed her eyes, feeling the warmth of the sun on her scales.