Chapter 84: The Predator Unleashed
Chapter 84: The Predator Unleashed
Eratz settled into his seat on the modern train. The soft hum of the engines provided a steady background sound as the train glided smoothly along the tracks. The train was sleek and comfortable, with cushioned seats covered in soft blue and gray fabric.
Overhead, bright lights cast a gentle glow, making the cabin feel warm and inviting. Built-in screens on the backs of the seats displayed maps of the journey and offered entertainment options for the passengers.
Around him, people were busy with their own activities.
Some were reading books, their eyes moving slowly over the pages. Others scrolled through their phones or watched movies on their screens. A few passengers leaned against the
windows, their heads resting on the glass as they dozed off.
Eratz glanced outside the window. The world outside was like a moving painting, a vast countryside that seemed to stretch endlessly toward the horizon.
Fields of wildflowers in shades of yellow, pink, and purple swayed in the breeze, creating waves of color that danced under the bright sunlight.
Beyond the fields, the land gently rolled into low hills covered in green grass, dotted with occasional trees. The blue sky was clear, with only a few fluffy clouds drifting lazily across it.
He took a deep breath, enjoying the peace of the moment. There was something about the open countryside that always calmed his mind.
Eratz shifted in his seat, his fingers scrolling through the websites of his sponsors on his phone. He scanned through the forums, but his attention soon drifted back to the view outside.
He leaned closer to the window, watching as the train passed through fields of golden wheat. The sun cast a warm glow over the land, making everything look golden and alive.
With this heaven in view, an idea formed in his mind.
After a few hours of travel, the train began to slow as it approached a city for a brief stopover. The station came into view, a busy place filled with people coming and going.
The platform was alive with movement as passengers stepped off the train to stretch their legs, while others hurried to board.
There were families traveling together, their children excitedly pointing at the train, and business people checking their phones while carrying briefcases.
The station itself was a modern structure made of glass and steel, with a high ceiling that let in plenty of natural light. Loudspeakers announced the next departures, and the constant buzz of voices and footsteps filled the air.
As the train prepared to depart, passengers hurried to find their seats, but Eratz's seat remained empty.
Outside, not far from the station, Eratz was already running. He sprinted with incredible speed, his body glowing faintly as he built up energy. His feet barely touched the ground, moving faster with every step. The landscape rushed by him, fields, trees, and cliffs, all blurring into a mix of green and brown. His aura began to grow, the crackling hum of power following him as he moved.
Ahead of him was a cliff that overlooked a wide body of water. Eratz crouched low as he neared the edge, then launched himself into the air with an explosive leap. As he soared through the sky, his aura exploded in a flash of lightning.
In the train, a little girl sitting by the window gasped. She tugged at her mother's sleeve, pointing excitedly out the window.
"Mama! Look!" she exclaimed, her eyes wide with wonder.
Far above, Eratz had summoned Raijinara. The majestic Thunder Bird spread its wings, which crackled with electric energy. Each flap shimmered with raw power, and the sky buzzed around it with electric tension.
Eratz now stood on Raijinara's back, the wind rushing past him as they flew at incredible speed.
The world below became a blur of color and light. Forests stretched out for miles, rivers sparkled in the sunlight, and animals in the distance scattered at the sight of Raijinara soaring overhead.
Birds took flight, their wings flapping frantically as they tried to escape the electric storm that followed Eratz and his majestic beast.
As they flew, Eratz struggled to keep his balance on Raijinara's back. The force of the wind was intense, but he spread his arms wide, embracing the feeling of freedom.
Then, with a smile tugged at his lips as he marveled at the view below, he gripped Raijinara's feathers tightly and leaned forward.
The mighty bird let out a piercing screech, then dove toward the ground at unbelievable speed. Lightning flashed around them, wrapping them both in a cocoon of energy.
Eratz felt the familiar tingle of power as yellow marks appeared on his skin, signaling that he had fully merged with Raijinara through beastification.
They flew over a dense forest, and with a burst of energy, they unleashed a wave of lightning that struck the trees below. Hidden beasts in the shadows fell instantly, their energy absorbed by Eratz as his pressure grew wider.
Eratz leaped from Raijinara's back and landed on the ground like a bolt of lightning, the earth shaking beneath him. His shadow stretched out, and from it emerged his other beasts: the Thunder Lycaon, Aetheri, and Terrakrus. Behind them, thousands of other monsters followed, all covered in the same burning energy.
His aura surged again, filling the air with electricity as he absorbed the power of every beast around him. The ground trembled beneath the weight of his strength.
"We've got one free day before my meeting with the sponsors, The match is after tomorrow. So let's make the most of today."
Above, Raijinara screeched again, circling in the sky as the wind whipped through the trees. Eratz spread his arms wide, feeling the power coursing through him.
"Begin the hunt!" he commanded.
With that, his beasts scattered, diving into the forest in every direction. Raijinara unleashed more bolts of lightning from above, lighting up the sky with every strike. Eratz listened to the sounds around him, the rustling leaves, the distant roars, the crackling energy. It was like a symphony, and he was the conductor.
He began to guide his monsters like a maestro leading an orchestra. Each movement of his hands directed a different group of beasts.
A swift gesture sent the Thunder Lycaon racing through the trees, its paws leaving sparks on the ground.
A gentle wave sent Aetheri swirling through the air, creating mindwaves that confused their
prey.
A strong stomp commanded Terrakrus to shake the earth, causing hidden creatures to reveal themselves.
The sounds of the hunt filled the forest. The growls and howls of his beasts were like deep notes from cellos and basses. The crackling of electricity and the snapping of branches were the sharp notes of violins and flutes. The thunderous stomps and crashes were the booming beats of drums and timpani.
Eratz moved his hands gracefully, orchestrating the chaos. Raijinara above acted as the soaring melody, its lightning strikes accentuating the harmony below. Each bolt of lightning was a bright crescendo, illuminating the forest like spotlights on a grand stage.
As the tempo increased, so did the intensity of the hunt. His beasts moved in perfect harmony, each attack timed precisely. They hunted and defeated all kinds of beasts in their path, with Raijinara launching lightning from above.
Eratz felt himself becoming one with the music of the forest. His aura burst through his beasts, connecting them all in this grand performance, and thus, he reached the peak of his advanced beastification again, his power running in every single one of his beasts.
At the climax of this wild symphony, many of his monsters began to evolve, among them, the Thunder Lycaon, its fur darkening as electric blue veins pulsed through its body. Its muscles grew larger, and its eyes glowed with an intense, stormy light. It let out a powerful roar, its voice echoing like a triumphant trumpet.
From afar, a group of travelers stared at the sky, confused by the flashes of lightning and the distant sounds of thunder. They exchanged glances, wondering what kind of storm was
brewing when the sky was so clear.
"What is happening?" one of them asked.
"I don't know," another replied.
Back at the train station, night had fallen. A group of staff members from the sponsor and the
station gathered, looking concerned.
"How did he disappear?" one of them asked, checking his clipboard.
"He was supposed to be on the train," another replied. "But his seat's been empty since the
last station."
They exchanged worried looks.
"We need to find him. The director is expecting to meet him tomorrow."n/ô/vel/b//jn dot c//om
Just then, one of the staff members came running.
"We got something! He messaged us!"
They looked around in confusion. "Where is he?" someone asked.
High above the city, Eratz sat perched at the top of a towering bridge, phone in hand. The
view was breathtaking. The city lights below sparkled like stars. Cars moved like tiny toys along the roads, and the buildings stretched up toward him like giants.
He felt fresh and free, the cool night air brushing against his face. The height didn't scare him, it made him feel alive.
He took his suitcase and held it over the edge. Without hesitation, he let it drop into the void
below.
He leaned back, letting himself fall in reverse. The moment his feet left the edge of the bridge, a rush of air, cold and sharp, whipping against his skin as gravity pulled him down.
The bridge lights stretched far around him, blurring into streaks of glowing color as he plunged through the air. The wind roared in his ears, drowning out every other sound as he plummeted faster and faster, the vertigo overwhelming.
Suddenly, a dark beast surged from the shadows, moving with incredible speed. It caught the suitcase before it hit the ground, disappearing into the night.
At the same moment, lightning struck from the sky, wrapping around Eratz. Raijinara appeared, its wings outstretched. It caught Eratz, and together they soared above the bay.