A collective shudder passed through the disciples.
Hands tightened on weapons, charms were activated, and the defensive arrays pulsed brighter. Some muttered prayers, others clenched their teeth in grim anticipation. This wasn't like the smaller skirmishes they'd faced. This would be another tide, as fierce as the one that had greeted them when they first entered the inner ring.
Han Yu inhaled deeply, steadying his breathing. On the surface, he looked like any other disciple steeling himself for battle. Inside, however, his mind sharpened like a blade.
This was his chance.
When the beasts came crashing through the forest, he wouldn't just be fighting for survival... he would carve his place into eternity.
ROARRRRRR
The first roar split the night like thunder.
