While the leader of the elves was being healed, the concern on his son's face was evident. He paced back and forth, his eyes shining with a mix of anger and determination.
Son of the Elven Leader (frustrated, trying to control his emotion): "I can't let this slide. That human... he will pay for what he did."
The elven leader, though weakened, maintained a firm and calm tone, not letting his aversion to humans show.
Elven Leader (with difficulty, trying to calm his son): "This is not the time to act on impulse. We only fled because of those humans... and, for now, we need them."
But the son was not convinced. To him, the presence of humans was something that couldn't be ignored, especially after what had happened.
Son of the Elven Leader (resolute, ignoring the advice): "I can't accept this, father. They might be on our side for now, but who knows if they're only doing it out of self-interest. I'm going after that human... he will regret what he did."
Without waiting for a response, the son of the elves turned and began to prepare to leave, the fury burning inside him. The elven leader watched with a tired gaze, knowing that nothing he said would change his son's determination.
Elven Leader (in a softer, resigned tone): "Please, just come back alive."
But the leader's words were left behind as the son of the elves was already on his way, determined to confront Amendonin and the humans who accompanied him.
Amendonin advanced with brutal force, his relentless attacks pressing Zeki at every moment. The pill he had swallowed seemed to have taken his power to a new level, making his blows faster and more devastating.
Zeki (thinking, feeling the weight of the attacks): *"That pill... it's like the one Chapo used. This isn't good. He's getting much stronger."*
Zeki moved with difficulty, his psychic barrier already showing signs of weakness. Each strike from Amendonin made the shield tremble, and Zeki's psychic energy bursts were failing to contain the overwhelming force of the enemy.
Amendonin (noticing something, taking a deep breath): "You're starting to give in, kid. Seems like this pill is doing something strange... but I'm not waiting to find out."
He smiled sinisterly and gripped his axe with both hands, focusing all his remaining energy into a single point.
Amendonin (with a threatening voice): "It's time to end this once and for all!"
He raised the axe and, with a war cry, delivered a colossal blow. The axe's blade cut through the air with unimaginable force, creating a wave of energy that spread across the battlefield, destroying everything in its path.
The surrounding scene dissolved in an instant. Trees were uprooted, rocks shattered, and the ground itself opened into a deep crater. Zeki tried to strengthen his psychic barrier, but the attack was too powerful. The barrier shattered with a crack, and Zeki was thrown back, his clothes tearing as he was hurled against the debris.
Zeki (gasping, trying to get up but feeling the impact): *"That... was close. This power... it's not good."*
Amendonin, now panting, looked at Zeki with a mixture of satisfaction and frustration. The blow should have ended the fight, but Zeki, though slightly injured and exhausted, was still standing, still ready to continue.
Amendonin (shouting, irritated): "Why won't you just fall already, kid?!"
Zeki, now with his clothes in tatters and his body marked by the impact, slowly stood up. The battle was far from over, and he knew he would have to use all his skill to survive the next attack.
The battlefield was devastated, the earth scarred by Amendonin's fierce attacks. Zeki, still standing, saw in the distance a swift figure approaching rapidly. It was the son of the elven leader, his eyes full of rage and determination. He arrived with impressive speed, leaping over the wreckage and landing gracefully beside Zeki.
Son of the Elven Leader (furious, facing Amendonin): *"You... hurt my father. I'll make you pay for that!"*
Amendonin laughed disdainfully upon seeing the young elf position himself between him and Zeki.
Amendonin (scornful): "Another kid to play with? You elves never learn, do you? You should've stayed with your daddy instead of coming here to meddle."
The young elf didn't respond with words, but with action. With an agile movement, he invoked his power, causing sharp leaf blades to appear around his arms. He launched the blades with precision, attacking Amendonin at high speed. The blades cut through the air like arrows, forcing Amendonin to dodge and block.
Amendonin (surprised, blocking the blades): *"Hmph, you're faster than you look."*
The son of the elven leader didn't relent. He moved with grace and agility, attacking from all angles, his leaf blades shining with intense green energy. Each strike was an attempt to avenge his father, and for a moment, he seemed to be gaining the upper hand, pushing Amendonin back.
Zeki watched the fight, trying to regain his strength. He knew the young elf was giving it his all, but Amendonin was a formidable opponent, and the pill had further amplified his power.
Amendonin (panting but smiling): "You've got some talent, elf. But talent isn't enough to win."
Amendonin, now feeling pressured, decided to end the fight. He raised his axe once again, focusing all his energy into a single point, as he had done with Zeki earlier. The son of the elven leader, realizing what was about to happen, tried to retreat, but it was too late.
Amendonin (with a cruel smile): "Now you'll regret coming here!"
Amendonin delivered the same devastating blow that had destroyed Zeki's barrier. The axe's blade cut through the air, generating a wave of energy that surged toward the young elf. The force was immense, destroying everything in its path.
The son of the elven leader tried to defend himself, creating a barrier of leaves and using all his agility to dodge, but the attack was too strong. The wave of energy broke through his defense, hitting him squarely and throwing him far away. He landed heavily on the ground, gravely injured but still conscious.
Amendonin (arrogant, looking at the fallen elf): "You're no match for me, elf. Now, stay down where you belong."
The young elf, despite the pain and wounds, tried to stand again, but his body wouldn't respond. He had given everything he had, but Amendonin's brutal strength was overwhelming. Zeki, seeing the elf's condition, knew that the situation was becoming increasingly desperate.