The low, thunderous roar rolled across the distance like a muffled storm, vibrating the ground and saturating the air with an oppressive weight that made breathing difficult. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAHIXI0woReG
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Arya’s face paled as she gripped her staff, her azure eyes wide with fear. She tugged at Lu Feng’s arm, her voice trembling. “That sound… It’s from the minions of the Abyssal Lord. They’re even fiercer than ogres.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANAb6JPKoFcZQ
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A flicker of resolve crossed Lu Feng’s brow. “Don’t be afraid. I’m here,” he said quietly, his steady voice washing over her like warm water, dissolving her panic. “No matter what, I’ll protect you—and everyone else in these lands.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANAqIMxs5Ps2X
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Side by side, they stood at the edge of Moonlight Lake, their gazes fixed on the shadowed forest ahead. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAO0UY6l3WeW
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“We need a detailed battle plan,” Lu Feng urged. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAOo0YSpiVUw
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Arya nodded, her voice sharpening with focus. “The terrain here is complex. There are natural traps we can use to lure the enemy in and strike from advantage.” Her tone carried the confidence of familiarity. “I’ve lived in these woods for years. I know every path.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANASbYOhrOEvk
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Lu Feng raised an eyebrow, impressed. “You’re incredible. Back when I played *Wanling War Chronicles*, I’d always get lost in terrain like this.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANA8je3zBA26V
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Arya chuckled softly. “That’s because you didn’t have an elven princess as your guide.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANA1cTlaranpX
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Banter aside, Lu Feng activated his tactical simulator, its screen flashing with rapid data and scenario projections. He muttered as he analyzed, “These abyssal creatures rely on dark energy—enhanced speed and strength, but their weakness is light magic and sacred energy. We can exploit that.” 207Please respect copyright.PENANAbz21Zc30Qd
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Arya’s eyes lit up. “Light magic is my specialty. If we combine my spells with your tactics, we can create a countermeasure.” Together, they swiftly devised a meticulous strategy. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAI2zMChncfp
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As they prepared, Lu Feng noticed the Shadowcat acting unusually alert near the encroaching enemies. Observing closely, he realized it could sense the dark aura radiating from the creatures. 207Please respect copyright.PENANA5PMI22CAtI
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He knelt and stroked the Shadowcat’s fur. “We’re counting on you to warn us,” he whispered. The feline nodded, its intelligent eyes gleaming as it began patrolling the perimeter like a silent sentinel. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAFBvwGFbBWZ
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Night deepened, tension thickening the lakeside air. Lu Feng, Arya, the Shadowcat, and a small band of hastily gathered warriors waited in silence. 207Please respect copyright.PENANA9uQmPt5YmX
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The roars grew closer, crashing like tidal waves. 207Please respect copyright.PENANARQs41gt2TV
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“They’re here,” Lu Feng whispered, raising his staff as a faint glow enveloped him. Beside him, Arya’s staff blazed with warm, radiant power. The Shadowcat bristled on his shoulder. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAqlISDmFk8s
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The first wave of abyssal horrors emerged, and the group sprang into action. Using pre-set traps, they funneled the monsters into a killing zone. The ground split open, jagged stone spikes impaling swathes of foes. The Shadowcat’s warnings let them dodge lethal ambushes. 207Please respect copyright.PENANACOO71wgoLD
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The battle raged. Lu Feng commanded with the precision of a conductor, directing warriors into defensive formations to whittle down the enemy. Arya’s light beams seared through the darkness, eliciting agonized shrieks. The Shadowcat darted across the battlefield, exposing hidden threats. 207Please respect copyright.PENANA1e70ut0aat
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As victory seemed within reach, a deep tremor shook the earth. Lu Feng and Arya exchanged wary glances. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAJ2aDbTHjvc
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The Shadowcat yowled, pointing toward the forest’s heart. A thunderous crash echoed as a three-story-tall monstrosity erupted from the trees, shrouded in black mist. Its glowing green eyes burned with malice, and the stench of sulfur choked the air. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAECe5bqADcv
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“Damn!” Lu Feng hissed. The beast swatted aside obstacles, charging toward him with jaws agape. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAJjH1Zk8wyM
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Arya leaped in front of him, her staff blazing. “Not today!” she shouted. A solid barrier of moonlight erupted between them. 207Please respect copyright.PENANAoRoHKxi1Je
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The beast slammed into the barrier, denting it inward. The shield groaned, fissures spiderwebbing across its surface. Arya’s face whitened, blood trickling from her lips. “It’s… too strong! I can’t hold it!” 207Please respect copyright.PENANA5IuaVGuL1c
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Lu Feng steadied her, his gaze locked on the roaring monstrosity. “I know. Be ready—we’ll need to switch tactics.”