Xiao Feng stood still, his mind racing as the towering form of the Lei Long, the Thunder Dragon, loomed beside him. The ground beneath him trembled slightly, the power of the dragon radiating through the air. It wasn't just the force of the storm in the distance—it was as though the entire world around him was alive with raw, untamed magic.
"Chosen?" Xiao Feng whispered under his breath, still trying to comprehend the situation. He had been playing Beast Summoner for years, but he had never imagined something like this could happen. He had summoned the Thunder Dragon in the game, yes, but he had never expected it to bring him here, to this strange world.
The Lei Long's eyes, glowing with an ethereal light, watched him carefully. Its massive wings fluttered once, sending a gust of wind that nearly knocked Xiao Feng off his feet.
"You have summoned me, mortal," the dragon's deep voice rumbled in Xiao Feng's mind. "But this is no ordinary summon. You have crossed into the Realm of the Beasts, a world beyond your own."
"Realm of the Beasts?" Xiao Feng repeated, his mind struggling to grasp the meaning. "But… this is impossible! I was just playing a game."
The Lei Long's massive head lowered slightly, its eyes narrowing as it observed Xiao Feng. "This is not a game. This is reality, shaped by your will and the energy of the storm. You are no longer in the world you know. You have entered the Realm, where creatures like me exist, where summoners can tap into powers greater than anything you've imagined."
Xiao Feng's heart pounded in his chest. He tried to make sense of what was happening, but it was like trying to hold onto water with his bare hands. The world around him was unfamiliar, filled with towering, jagged mountains in the distance, and the scent of magic hung thick in the air. He could hear the faint rustle of leaves and the crackle of distant thunder. It felt alive, as if it was waiting for him.
"Why?" Xiao Feng asked, his voice more forceful now. "Why am I here? What do you want from me?"
The dragon's voice softened, though its power was still evident in every word. "I do not want anything from you, Xiao Feng. It is your spirit that called me. Your heart, your desires—they reached across the dimensions. You have proven yourself worthy to enter this world."
"Worthy?" Xiao Feng felt a strange surge of both confusion and excitement. "But I'm just a blind man. I can't even see anything around me."
The Lei Long's eyes glowed brighter, and for a moment, Xiao Feng could feel a strange, comforting warmth emanating from the dragon. It wasn't just the energy of the storm anymore; it was something deeper. Something almost… understanding.
"Your blindness does not define you," the Lei Long said. "In this world, strength comes from the heart and mind, not from sight. You may not see the world with your eyes, but you see it with your soul. And that is all you need."
Xiao Feng stood still for a moment, processing the dragon's words. He had always been told he was weak, that his blindness would always hold him back. But here, in this strange new world, his blindness didn't seem to matter. Instead, it was his mind, his strength of spirit, that mattered.
The Lei Long stretched its wings out, the storm clouds above swirling in response. The sky seemed to grow darker, charged with energy. "Come, Xiao Feng. Your journey is just beginning. You are not alone in this world. There are others like you, and many others who seek to control the power of the Beasts. But know this—the Beasts are not mere pets to be controlled. They are spirits of this world. They are living, breathing forces of nature. If you wish to summon them, you must forge bonds. Only then will you earn their respect."
Xiao Feng nodded, feeling the weight of the words. The dragon was right—he could not control these creatures through force. It wasn't about commands or power. It was about connection, about understanding them. And in this world, that connection would determine his success.
"You will need to learn the ways of the Beasts," the Lei Long continued, its voice firm. "But first, you must learn to trust in yourself. You have the potential to become one of the greatest summoners this world has ever seen, but that potential lies in your ability to connect with the world and the creatures within it."
The storm in the distance began to grow stronger, and Xiao Feng could feel the energy of the dragon coursing through him. The Lei Long's words were both a challenge and an invitation—a path forward, a promise that if he could find the courage to follow it, he would unlock powers beyond his comprehension.
"But I'm still just me," Xiao Feng said, his voice faltering. "I've spent my whole life being told I can't do things. I've never been able to prove them wrong."
The Lei Long turned its massive head towards him, and for the first time, Xiao Feng felt the dragon's gaze penetrate deep into his soul. "Then prove them wrong. You are here now, in this world. Your past no longer matters. What matters is what you choose to do next."
Xiao Feng's heart raced. For the first time in his life, he felt a spark of hope—real hope. This world, this strange, magical place, held endless possibilities. And for the first time, Xiao Feng could see beyond his disability. His mind began to race with questions, with plans, with dreams of what he could achieve.
"Where do I start?" he asked, determination in his voice.
The Lei Long's wings fluttered again, sending a gust of wind through the air. "Follow me. There are many creatures in this world, and they will not come to you easily. But the first step is to find your path. Only then will you begin to summon the Beasts."
With those words, the Lei Long leapt into the air, its powerful wings sending waves of energy crashing through the sky. Xiao Feng's senses sharpened as he followed, his feet finding their place on the rugged terrain beneath him. The sound of the wind howling through the mountains filled his ears, and the rhythmic pounding of his heart matched the beat of the storm. This was just the beginning. The world of Beast Summoner had become more than just a game—it was now his reality, and he would fight to prove himself, to master the Beasts, and to unlock the true power of the storm.
As Xiao Feng ventured into the unknown, one thing was certain: his journey had just begun. The road ahead was filled with dangers and challenges, but it was his road to walk—and with the Lei Long by his side, he would no longer walk it alone.