A few hours passed, and soon up ahead, an island came into view. At first glance, it looked like any other island, except the sky above it was a bit unique.
A mass of dark purple clouds churned slowly, lightning flashing inside.
Garion lifted his chin, eyes wide in surprise.
"So this is it? The famous Demon Gate Island?"
The elder at the bow nodded without turning.
"Indeed. This is what you asked for, yes?"
Garion's lips twitched into a half smile.
This is not what I wanted, but what my system wanted. But fine. A challenge is a challenge.
He then crossed his arms and leaned back again against the railing, inspecting his new territory.
Dahlia stepped closer to the edge, clinging to it with both hands.
"It feels... heavy. Like the air is pressing down on me already."
Before the elder could answer, the sky around them suddenly darkened further.
From the purple cloud, massive bird-like beasts broke through. Their features were black and their eyes red.
