As Robert and Alex beheld the looming Titans, Robert knew he needed every advantage. He halted, extended his hand, and the shadows gathered around his palm, forming a gleaming sword. He ignited the blade with purple flames. The sword hummed with power, ready for the impending battle.
With the Titans roaring before him, Robert summoned his power, causing the shadows to gather and lift him off the ground. Hovering like a purple neon beacon, he surged forward, slicing at the Titan of Stone's neck with his flaming sword.
"Let's see how tough you really are," he said calmly, his voice unwavering.
The beast roared in pain, but before Robert could land another strike, it swung its massive hand. Robert narrowly evaded, ascending higher into the air. "You won't get away that easily," he continued, his tone still calm.
He dove again, using his purple strings to steer his movements with precision. But the Titan swung its hand, almost hitting him. Barely dodging, Robert darted across the Titan, then hovered mid-air before landing on its back. Running up its body, he leaped, but halted his momentum with the purple strings.
With a swift, fluid motion, he twisted and struck at the Titan's neck once more. The Titan of Stone, barely injured, swung its fist again. Robert shifted his weight, his movements a blur, and struck a precise blow to the Titan's jaw, creating purple shockwaves. "Take this," he said, maintaining his composed demeanor.
The impact caused only a small crater on the Titan's rocky cheek. The Titan swung its fist again, and Robert couldn't dodge in time. He crashed into the ground, creating a massive crater. As he struggled to rise, another punch came toward him, leaving him no time to dodge. The second impact deepened the crater.
As the Titan lifted its hand for another strike, Robert's body ignited with purple flames. The Titan's next punch met a forceful resistance—Robert used a precise, open-palm thrust to push it back without touching it. "Not so fast," he murmured, his whole body glowing purple.
Lifting his head, he locked eyes with the monstrous foe and gripped his sword with both hands. "This ends now," he declared softly. Purple flames burst from the blade as he charged forward, striking at the Titan's weak point with all his might. The impact was tremendous, and the Titan staggered, taking a few steps backward before collapsing, though not completely defeated.
Just before Robert could catch his breath, he vanished from sight. The Titan of Ice felt a sudden, powerful force under its chin. It raised its hand and summoned massive icicles, hurling them into the sky. But Robert had already disappeared into the night, his form barely visible against the stars.
Effortlessly dodging the icy projectiles, Robert flew higher and higher. His momentum slowed as a smile crossed his face. "You can't touch me," he said calmly, his voice carrying on the wind. Then, with a burst of energy, he dived back down. Alex, watching from a distance, saw a brilliant purple light descending from the heavens with incredible speed, leaving a trail of light behind.
The Titan of Ice looked up, bewildered by the spectacle. "Time to end this," Robert whispered to himself. In a split second, he struck, hitting the Titan's skull like a bullet. "Feel the power," he murmured as he broke through, creating a shockwave that sent strong gusts of wind across the area. Alex had to shield his eyes from the debris and force.
Robert's attack had been precise and devastating, but the battle was far from over. He landed, the ground cracking beneath him, ready for the next challenge. "One down," he said softly, "Who's next?" His resolve and calm demeanor never wavered, even as he faced the colossal adversaries before him.
Breathing heavily, Robert barely had a moment to recover before the Titan of Thunder closed in, its electric shield crackling with fierce energy. With a calm resolve, Robert took to the sky, narrowly evading a deadly lightning bolt.
"You're quick, but let's see how you handle this," he said, his voice steady.
Robert surged towards the Titan, his movements a streak of purple light. Just as he was about to strike, the Titan released a thunderous shockwave, forcing Robert back. He recovered mid-air, flipping gracefully before launching himself forward again. He twisted through the air, using his purple strings to close the gap, and unleashed a flurry of precise strikes.
"Feel the force," he murmured, each word punctuating his blows.
The Titan of Thunder stumbled, electric sparks flying as Robert's blade cut through its defenses. But before he could land the final blow, the Titan retaliated with a blinding flash of electricity, momentarily stunning Robert and forcing him to retreat.
"You can't keep me away," Robert said, shaking off the effects and diving back in.
Next, the Titan of Fire roared, unleashing a torrent of flames. Robert flew high, effortlessly avoiding the fiery assault. "You'll have to do better than that," he stated, his tone even. He then dived back down, his sword glowing with an intense purple light. He weaved through the flames, appearing like a comet descending from the sky.
With a powerful thrust, Robert struck the Titan of Fire, purple flames clashing with its molten armor. The impact created a burst of energy, momentarily pushing the Titan back. "Let's cool you off," Robert whispered, following up with a series of swift, powerful strikes. The Titan reeled, its flames flickering as it struggled to maintain its form.
Suddenly, the Titan of Wind summoned a powerful gust, attempting to knock Robert off balance. He stabilized himself mid-air, his calm demeanor unshaken. "Winds won't stop me," he murmured, diving towards the Titan. He used his purple strings to anchor himself, evading the relentless gusts.
The Titan of Wind created a spinning vortex, but Robert maneuvered through it with precision, his body glowing with purple energy. "Time to cut through," he whispered, his movements a blur as he slashed at the Titan's core. The Titan staggered, momentarily losing control of the vortex.
Seizing the opportunity, Robert flew higher, then descended with incredible speed. "This ends now," he declared softly, striking the Titan's weak point with all his might. The impact was tremendous, and the Titan took a few steps backward before collapsing.
After the intense battle with the Titans, Robert felt the surge of energy as he leveled up five times in rapid succession. The system updated his status, reflecting his newfound strength and abilities.
[Current Status:]
[Previous Level: 139]
[Levels Gained: 5]
[Current Level: 144]
As the brilliant purple light faded, the system displayed his progress towards evolution. Previously, he needed 1,000,000 experience points to evolve. The defeat of the Titans had significantly contributed to his progress.
[Evolution Progress:]
[Experience Points Required: 1,000,000]
[Experience Points Gained from Titans: 500,000]
[Remaining Experience Points Needed: 500,000]
With the battle complete and his new levels attained, Robert stood taller, his abilities sharper and more refined. He knew he was now much closer to evolving and unlocking even greater potential.
As the dust settled and the echoes of battle faded, Alex stood frozen, his eyes wide with disbelief. The immense Titans that had once loomed over Wraithus now lay defeated, their colossal forms scattered across the battlefield. In the midst of the chaos, a brilliant purple light surrounded Robert, lifting him slightly off the ground as he underwent his extraordinary transformation.
"Robert..." Alex whispered, barely able to comprehend the sheer power his companion had unleashed.
As Robert's transformation completed and he gently touched down on the ground, Alex approached him slowly, still in awe. "Robert, that was incredible," he began, his voice trembling with a mix of shock and admiration. "How did you...?"
Robert cut him off, his gaze steady and wise. "Alex, admiration is a double-edged sword. It can make one complacent, thinking they've achieved everything. I haven't reached the end yet. My journey is far from over," he said, his tone calm but firm. "Sweet words can deceive, making one believe they've already arrived when the path ahead is still long."
As Robert prepared to move forward, he turned back to Alex, his expression growing serious. "Alex, there's something you need to understand," he said, his voice low but commanding. "What you've seen here, what I've done, must remain a secret. No one can know."
Alex, still processing everything, nodded slowly. "I understand, but... why the secrecy?"
A hint of a smile played at the corners of Robert's mouth. "Honestly? I don't want to end up being chased by paparazzi like some celebrity idol. I prefer to keep a low profile."
Alex laughed nervously, but quickly realized Robert wasn't entirely joking. "But what if someone finds out? What happens then?"
Robert's eyes narrowed. "If you tell anyone, you will die. This isn't a threat, Alex; it's a pact." He paused, letting the gravity of his words sink in.
Alex's breath hitched. "How will you ensure that if you're not around?"
Robert's expression remained calm but resolute. "I don't have to be. The consequences will follow you regardless of where I am. Do you understand?"
Alex swallowed hard, the seriousness of the situation sinking in. He nodded, his voice barely above a whisper. "I understand."
Satisfied, Robert turned away, his resolve as strong as ever. "Good. Now let's move forward. There's still much to be done."
With a final nod, Alex followed, the weight of their pact heavy on his mind. He knew that Robert's journey was perilous, and keeping the secret was now a matter of life and death.