The Stage – 2
"Now… we are on Stage 2."
The air felt heavier than before. A strange silence filled the surroundings, as if something was watching from the shadows.
Aarav tightened his grip and said,
"I am very excited to use this weapon."
Rohan looked around carefully, his eyes scanning every corner.
"We have to act wisely. Look… they are coming."
From the distance, faint growls echoed. Shapes began to move in the darkness.
Aarav stepped forward slightly and said,
"They are different. They have a mythical-class sword."
Rohan raised an eyebrow.
"Oh? Rohan?"
"Yes," Rohan replied calmly, though his heart was beating faster.
The ground trembled slightly as the enemies got closer. Their presence was no longer just a feeling—it was real.
Aarav looked at Rohan seriously.
"I think this is the best time to use your weapon."
Rohan hesitated for a moment.
"Now?"
"Yes," Aarav said firmly.
Rohan stepped back slightly, doubt flashing across his face.
"I can't do it."
For a moment, everything seemed to pause.
Aarav walked closer and placed a hand on his shoulder.
"Believe in yourself. Step ahead."
Rohan closed his eyes for a second, taking a deep breath. The fear didn't disappear—but something else replaced it.
Determination.
"Okay… let's see," Rohan said quietly.
The enemies finally revealed themselves—twisted, monstrous creatures with glowing eyes and unnatural movements. They rushed forward with terrifying speed.
Without waiting any longer, Rohan ran ahead.
The monsters immediately turned toward him, their attention locked. They charged, trying to overwhelm him.
But something felt… wrong.
Instead of a large group, only two creatures came directly at him.
Aarav, watching from behind, frowned.
"Only two…?"
Rohan stopped moving.
The monsters lunged.
And then—
Rohan slowly lifted his head, a faint smirk appearing on his face.
"You think that I am weak…" he said.
The creatures got closer, ready to strike.
Rohan's grip tightened, his presence suddenly changing.
"I watched all Marvel movies 10 times."
For a second, even the monsters seemed to pause.
Then, with a sudden burst of energy, Rohan stepped forward—no hesitation, no fear.
The real fight had just begun.