Throk, with an expression of concern mixed with curiosity, approaches Durin in the castle courtyard, near the Dianmari Tournament arena. The dwarf, normally fearless, seems distant, lost in her thoughts as she watches the horizon.
- Throk: "Durin, why did you give up in this fight? I've never seen you give up a battle... did something happen?"
Durin sighs, trying to find the right words to explain what she had felt. She places her hand on her chest, her gaze still fixed on the horizon.
- Durin: "It was like a deep opening in my heart, Throk. Something inside me stopped me... as if something terrible was about to happen, and I didn't know what to do."
Throk frowns, trying to understand, but respecting his friend's decision.
- Throk: "I understand... I just hope that next time, you'll be ready to fight with all your strength. You're one of the best, Durin. Don't let anything take that away from you."
Durin smiles shyly, blushing slightly at Throk's words, but he can't help but think of Midoki. A thought invades his mind, wishing those words had come from him.
- Durin (thinking): "I wish Midoki would say that... but he's been so distant lately..."
- Announcer: "Get ready for the next battle! In the ring, we have the graceful and powerful Elf Princess, Elyra, facing off against the fairy master of wind and storms, Aeris!
The arena vibrates with energy as Elyra and Aeris face off. Elyra, her cloak shining with tons of light and water, fixes her eyes on her opponent. Aeris, enveloped in an aura of wind and storm, smiles confidently. The depths are palpable.
Aeris begins the battle with a Storm Tornado, a powerful technique that summons a whirlwind of wind and electricity to pressure Elyra. Elyra, agile and focused, uses a shield of light to protect him, deflecting most of the damage and reflecting some of the storm to the sides.
Taking advantage of the opening, Elyra counterattacks with Blade of Light, creating A blade of pure light cuts through the tornado. Aeris reacts quickly, using Gale Cascade to form a wall of water that neutralizes the blade and dissipates the tornado.
Aeris decides to increase her accuracy with Slashing Windstorm, sending cutting gusts that slice through the air towards Elyra. Elyra counters with Spear of Light, throwing the spear directly to find a weak point in the storm. The spear illuminates the storm, creating an explosion of light and wind.
At the moment of the explosion, Aeris takes advantage of Elyra's distraction and uses Radiant Ice to create ice crystals that are launched at high speed. Elyra is hit, but quickly recovers with Healing Bolts, restoring her wounds and recovering from the attack.
Elyra, now more focused, casts Spear of the Storm, creating an electrical launch of light and water that rushes towards Aeris. Aeris, noticing the attack, uses Slashing Wind to try to deflect the launch. The combination of light and electricity from the spear creates a small explosion upon impact, forcing Aeris to retreat.
Aeris responds with a strategic move, using Storm Bolts to create an electrical field around her. Elyra tries to advance, but is struck by the electrical energy. However, Elyra uses Healing Spear to protect herself and heal quickly, but she seems quite worn out and with her fate sealed.
*Flashback:*
In the dark and silent room, Midoki lies, visibly exhausted and injured after the recent battle with Valen. His breathing is heavy, his wounds covered by bandages that demonstrate the severity of the damage. Elyra, with a mixed expression of concern and affection, stands beside him, gently tending to his wounds.
Elyra places her hand gently on Midoki's chest, her eyes shining with a mixture of tenderness and determination.
- Elyra: "No matter what happens, I will always be here."
Midoki looks at her, his eyes full of emotion. Elyra leans closer, her hands still lightly touching his chest, their faces now so close they could feel each other's breath. The tension is not palpable, but at the same time, there is a tranquility in each other's presence.
Elyra then smiles softly, her fingers sliding from his chest to Midoki's face, caressing gently. He closes his eyes for a moment, feeling the touch, the connection between them stronger than ever.
- Elyra: "Rest, Midoki. I'll take care of you."
The scene suggests a growing intimacy between the two, the soft lights of the room creating shadows that envelop them. Elyra leans in a little closer, the words hanging in the air as the connection between them intensifies. The bedroom door remains closed, isolating them from the outside world, allowing them to share this private moment.
*End of Flashback.*
In the dark and silent room, Midoki lies, visibly exhausted and injured after the recent battle with Valen. His breathing is heavy, his wounds covered by bandages that demonstrate the severity of the damage. Elyra, with a mixed expression of concern and affection, is beside him, gently tending to his wounds.
Elyra places her hand gently on Midoki's chest, her eyes shining with a mixture of tenderness and determination.
- Elyra: "No matter what happens, I will always be here."
Midoki looks at her, his eyes full of emotion. Elyra moves closer, her hands still lightly touching his chest, their faces now so close that they could feel each other's breath. The tension in the air is palpable, but at the same time, there is a tranquility in their presence.
Elyra then smiles softly, her fingers sliding from Midoki's chest to his face, gently caressing. He closes his eyes for a moment, feeling the touch, the connection between them stronger than ever.
- Elyra: "Rest, Midoki. I'll take care of you."
The scene suggests a growing intimacy between the two, the soft lights of the room creating shadows that envelop them. Elyra leans in a little closer, her words hanging in the air as the connection between them intensifies. The door to the room remains closed, isolating them from the outside world, allowing them to share this private moment.
*End of Flashback.*
As the fight intensifies, Elyra decides to take a risk and use her most powerful technique, Storm of Light and Water. She summons a storm that combines light and water in a devastating attack, covering the arena with a combination of light and storm. The storm causes considerable damage and disorients Aeris.
Aeris, in a last attempt, uses Wind Vortex to try to deflect the storm and neutralize the attack. However, the intensity of Elyra's storm proves to be too much.
Elyra, panting but triumphant, sees Aeris lying on the ground, the storm of light and water finally overcoming the windmaster's resistance. The audience applauds as Elyra approaches Aeris.
- Elyra: "You fought bravely, Aeris. It was a battle to remember."
- Aeris: "You were impressive too, Elyra. May your winds and lights guide you in the next phase."
- Announcer: "With a spectacular display of skill and strategy, victory goes to Elyra, the Elf Princess! Congratulations to both combatants on an incredible fight!"