"How long are you going to keep hiding?"
No one answered, as if Merlin were talking to himself.
"Still pretending? Fine. I'll play along."
He picked up a rock from the ground, imbued it with magic, and threw it at one of the trees in front of him.
Boom!
The rock shattered the tree. At the same moment, a shadow darted swiftly to the side.
"Finally showing yourself?" Merlin chuckled softly.
He fixed his gaze on the shadow, which revealed itself to be a girl of the dragon race.
She was tall, only a head shorter than him.
Her body was well-developed, with a slim waist and a full chest.
Two horns protruded from her head, giving her an intimidating appearance.
Her beautiful face looked cold, and her pupils resembled Lyserra's.
"As expected of the current number one," the girl said sincerely. "You're sharp and strong, Merlin Clay. Unfortunately, I'll be taking your place as the top champion. Prepare yourself!"
Whoosh!
