Cid yelled, "Ancient Tier Beast!" as the colossal Nue Beast, a massive creature with blazing eyes and furious movements, burst from the undergrowth." Dee Dee, also recognizing the gravity of the situation, focused her attention on the looming threat. Never before had she encountered so challenging an adversary.
A deafening roar from the Nue Beast shook the ground, causing birds to scatter wildly from the trees. Cid, his adrenaline pumping, held his sword firmly; Dee Dee stood alert, prepared to spring into action.
With no hesitation, Cid's blade sliced precisely through the air, aimed at the beast's flank as he lunged forward. The Nue swatted him away with a mighty swipe of its massive claw, its reflexes lightning-fast. Stumbling momentarily, Cid swiftly regained his balance, his face set with determination as he braced for the next attack.
With elegant precision, Dee Dee dodged the beast's snapping jaws and thrashing tail. Seizing an opportunity, she attacked with her Noctium steel blade flashing in the sun-dappled forest. In a swift, deft move, she aimed for the beast's soft underbelly.
Their battle raged, the air filled with a symphony of clashing metal and sinew. The Nue Beast's frenzied attacks forced Cid and Dee Dee into a series of skillful dodges and counters. As they exchanged knowing glances, their teamwork effortlessly synchronized, silently conveying their strategies.
Even working together, they couldn't overcome the beast; its size and power were too much. With gritted teeth, Cid poured his concentration into every offensive and defensive action. Like a dance of death, Dee Dee moved with lethal precision and fluid grace, targeting her opponent's weaknesses.
The battle raged on, becoming fiercer as the sun climbed higher, stretching shadows across the forest. With sweat on his brow, Cid fought relentlessly, his every move fueled by a fierce determination to win. Dee Dee's crimson cloak streamed behind her as she moved with incredible agility, leaping, spinning, and striking with calculated force for maximum damage.
The Nue Beast bellowed in rage as it unleashed a devastating onslaught of attacks, its fury palpable in every sinew of its monstrous form. Cid and Dee Dee found themselves pushed to their limits, their breath coming in ragged gasps as they strived to keep pace with their relentless foe.
With flawless timing and coordination, Cid and Dee Dee launched a perfectly synchronized, coordinated attack. Their blades flashed as one, determinedly aimed at the creature's vulnerable side. The combined attack forced the Nue Beast to stagger back with a thunderous, anguished roar.
Adrenaline pumping, Cid and Dee Dee pushed their attack, striving harder to defeat their powerful foe. With determined grit and unyielding courage, they fought side by side against impossible odds.
As the battle raged on and the Colossal Nue Beast's wounds seemed to miraculously heal before their eyes, Dee Dee realized they needed to take their assault to the next level. In her crimson eyes, a determined glint shone as she tapped into the ancient, potent blood magic of her vampire heritage.
Dee Dee's blade began to emit an eerie red glow as she channeled her innate abilities into the Noxian steel. With each graceful arc of her sword, crescent-shaped blades of hardened blood sliced through the air, homing in on the Nue Beast with unerring precision. The sanguine projectiles struck the creature's hide, leaving gaping wounds that sizzled and smoked, the beast's regenerative powers struggling to keep pace with the relentless onslaught.
Concentrating on her blood magic, Dee Dee reinforced her body to withstand the Nue's brutal attacks as Cid battled it in close quarters. Blood-red vines hardened into unbreakable armor on her fair skin, deflecting the beast's blows with a loud clang. Dee Dee's blood-enhanced reflexes gave her unnatural speed and agility, letting her gracefully dodge the creature's snapping jaws and furious swipes.
With a roar, Cid charged at the Nue at lightning speed, as the air crackled with energy. His feet barely touched the ground as he closed the distance in mere seconds, his sword glinting in the moonlight. The Nue, a monstrous creature with the head of a monkey, the body of a tanuki, the legs of a tiger, and a snake for a tail, turned to face its attacker, baring its fangs in a vicious snarl.
With a narrowed gaze and tensed muscles, Cid focused on his target, readying his strike. The Nue pounced, claws forward, but Cid's speed was superior. Leaping gracefully, he twisted in the air, soaring above the creature. With a raised sword, glowing with an otherworldly light, time slowed for Cid.
With a swift, precise motion, Cid brought the sword down, slicing through the Nue's neck like a hot knife through butter. The creature's head flew through the air, its eyes wide with shock and disbelief, before landing on the ground with a dull thud. The body of the Nue stumbled forward a few steps before collapsing, twitching in its final moments.
Cid's feet touched down softly; his sword was loosely held at his side. Adrenaline surged through him as he inhaled deeply.
Cid stood over the fallen Colossal Nue Beast, his blood-soaked blade a testament to his victory. The rush of victory surged through his veins, a testament to his skill and determination. Suddenly, a ethereal voice echoed through the air, its tone laced with a mixture of pride and anticipation.
"System notification: Success! The user Cid has triumphed over the Ancient Tier Beast. Evolution process initiated. Congratulations on your achievement!"
The System's words were barely out when Cid was struck by agonizing pain. A scream of agony ripped from his throat as he fell to his knees, his muscles spasming and convulsing. His sword fell to the ground with a clang as he grasped his chest, his fingers tearing at his tunic.
Dee Dee watched in horror as Cid's body twisted grotesquely on the forest floor. A deep transformation, powered by ancient magic, was affecting his very essence, and she could sense it. Without hesitation, she rushed to his side, kneeling beside him and cradling his head in her lap.
She recovered a flask containing blood, which she'd hidden away. Then, tilting his head back, she poured the liquid down his throat, offering it to him. His evolution would benefit from this, so she closed the lid, stepped back, and let him continue evolving. Dee stood guard, protecting him from attack during his vulnerable transformation. After what felt like hours, Cid finally calmed down and Dee handed him the flask of blood, instructing him to drink it. He complied, after his significant blood loss during the evolution. A system message, "Congratulations on your evolution!", popped into his mind. You have officially become a vampire. Please review the notes detailing bodily changes."
The blood from Dee Dee's flask revitalized Cid as he drank it. His excruciating, transformative pain started to fade, leaving him stronger and more energetic than before. He stood, muscles rippling as his body adapted to its transformation.
Dee Dee watched with a mixture of awe and fascination as Cid's eyes, once a warm golden hue, now glowed with an ethereal red crimson light. His canines had elongated into sharp, elegant fangs, a symbol of his new vampiric nature. Cid ran his tongue over the pointed tips, marveling at the transformation he had undergone.
Using a thought, Cid accessed the system message within his mind. He felt a mix of excitement and fear as he read the notes about his body's transformation. According to the message, his recent evolution into a vampire included heightened strength, speed, and regeneration. However, it cautioned that regular blood consumption was necessary to sustain his new abilities, and that sunlight was now a serious danger. He wasn't overly concerned by the sunlight, thanks to his system ring, but the need to regularly consume blood meant preying on humans.
Cid's crimson eyes locked with Dee Dee's as he turned to her. His voice, laced with gratitude, offered a thankful, "Thank you." "For being there for me during the evolution and for sharing your blood. I don't know what would have happened if you were not here.
Dee Dee smiled softly, her own crimson eyes filled with understanding. "You're welcome, Cid. As a fellow vampire, I know how crucial blood is for our survival and strength. I couldn't let you suffer through the evolution without proper sustenance."
She reached out and gently placed a hand on his shoulder, her touch cool and comforting. "I know this is all new to you, and it can be overwhelming at first. But I promise, you'll learn to navigate this new world and harness your abilities. And I'll be here to guide you every step of the way."
Cid nodded, a sense of relief washing over him. Having Dee Dee by his side, someone who understood the intricacies of being a vampire, made the prospect of this new life seem less daunting. He knew he had much to learn, but with her support and the knowledge provided by the system, he felt confident that he could adapt to his new reality.
As they stood there in the aftermath of the battle, the forest around them seemed to pulse with a newfound energy. The scent of blood and magic hung heavy in the air, a reminder of the transformation that had taken place. Cid could feel his senses sharpening, the world around him coming into focus with a clarity he had never experienced before. Cid went over the beast they had slain and took out the core from within it since it could be used to make weapons and armour. pulling it out he was thinking of all the possibilities of what he could make.
"We should head back to the academy," Dee Dee suggested, her voice cutting through his thoughts. "You'll need time to rest and process everything that's happened. And I'm sure the instructors…
Before she could finish speaking, Cid's sword levitated on its own and transformed into its original blade form, emanating a red light. With a sudden burst of energy, the sword flew towards Cid and merged with his body. In an instant, Cid collapsed onto the floor, unconscious.
Dee was taken aback by what she had just seen, finding the dark and ominous energy emanating from the sword to be quite unsettling. She got over her shock and immediately helped Cid, carrying him on her shoulders back to the Military School. There, she recounted the events that had transpired, prompting an immediate military response to investigate why an Ancient Tier beast had appeared. Surprisingly, they were permitted to keep the crystal they had found amidst the chaos.
Cradling Cid's unconscious body, she walked with confidence through the dorm, carrying him to his room. She used his watch to open the door, revealing a surprised Cayden. His gaze was captivated by her, his eyes widening in awe as if she were an exquisite artwork.
She laid Cid down on his bed, paying him no attention. Snapping back to reality, Cayden ran to them, his panic evident. Is he doing okay? What's going on?" he demanded, his concern evident.
With a calm tone, she detailed their encounter in the training forest. She skillfully avoided telling Cayden about Cid's vampirism, understanding his human limitations.
Using her influence skill, she commanded Cayden to stay away from Cid for the rest of the night. Giving a final nod, she quietly exited, leaving the friends alone to process recent events. As she walked away, she couldn't help but feel grateful for her presence there to help Cid in his time of need. Cid's altered appearance made her blush; she found him incredibly handsome.