Chapter 19

The air inside the ancient temple crackled with energy, the vibrations running deep into Charlie’s bones as he and his comrades stood before the glowing crystal. The faint hum of power seemed to echo in the stone walls, pulsing like the heartbeat of the very temple itself. Charlie’s mind raced, torn between the need to destroy it and the fear of what might happen once they did. “Are we sure about this?” Jax whispered, his eyes flicking between the crystal and Tim, who was standing closest to it, his hands hovering above it with trepidation. “We don’t have a choice,” Charlie said, voice low, his resolve solidifying with each passing moment. “This is the source of Lord Su’s power. We take it out, and we take out his hold on everything—his armies, his magic, his dragons. If we don’t, we’ll […]

Chapter 18

The forest was silent in the aftermath of the battle. The only sound was the rustle of leaves in the wind as Charlie’s group made their way back to the camp. The explosion that had felled the dragon had reverberated throughout the land, but even though they had managed to destroy one of Lord Su’s greatest weapons, there was still a sense of urgency hanging in the air. The victory was hard-earned, but the loss of another dragon was a blow to Lord Su’s forces, one that could tip the balance of the war. Charlie knew they had made a decisive move, but he also knew that the dark lord would not be easily defeated. There were still many pieces of the puzzle to uncover, and Lord Su’s dark reach was vast. Even without the dragons, the tyrant had an […]

Chapter 17

The journey toward Lord Su’s remaining strongholds took longer than expected. Each day brought new challenges—treacherous terrain, unpredictable weather, and skirmishes with pockets of Lord Su’s scattered forces. But Charlie’s determination remained unwavering. The stakes were high, and every battle, no matter how small, was a step closer to victory. They moved under the cover of darkness, traveling mostly by night to avoid detection. Charlie’s thoughts often drifted to the dragon, the enormous creature they had faced and destroyed. But it had only been a part of Lord Su’s larger plan. Now, without the dragon’s influence, they had the chance to strike decisively, but they could not afford to let their guard down. As they neared their first target, a supply depot located in the hills, Charlie held a quick meeting with his commanders and scouts. The plan was simple […]

Chapter 16

The morning sun rose over the battlefield, casting long shadows across the remains of Lord Su’s camp. The dragon, now lifeless, lay in a massive heap near the altar where its control had been broken. The sight of the fallen beast—once an unstoppable force—was a symbol of their victory, but the feeling of triumph was bittersweet. The cost of their win was apparent in the silent, grim faces of their comrades. Charlie surveyed the camp, taking in the damage and the wounded, both from his side and Lord Su’s forces. His chest tightened as he saw the faces of fallen soldiers, comrades who had stood with him, fought with him. They had paid the ultimate price for this victory. Tim walked up beside him, his face etched with exhaustion and grief. “It’s over for now,” he said, his voice low. […]

Chapter 15

The chaos erupted faster than Charlie could process. The sounds of footsteps pounding on the earth, the distant clashing of swords, and the roar of the dragon all converged into a cacophony of war. The camp, once quiet in the stillness of the night, now buzzed with frantic energy as Lord Su’s forces scrambled into action. They had been discovered, and they had no time to lose. “Move, move, move!” Charlie shouted, urging his comrades forward. The soldiers behind him pressed onward, their faces set with determination, but even they could feel the weight of the situation. They were about to face the dragon—and the source of Lord Su’s unnatural strength—all at once. Charlie’s heart raced as they pushed through the enemy lines, fighting tooth and nail to break through the encampment. His sword flashed in the dark, striking down […]