The serpent's thunderous voice reverberated through the air. It felt that Adrian was utterly reckless. Despite being given the chance to leave, Adrian had stubbornly chosen to stay and fight. Most people would have fled long ago, and Adrian's refusal to retreat was nothing short of provocation.

Since that was the case, the serpent decided not to show Adrian any mercy. He needed to learn just how perilous this valley truly was.

"Do you really think my strength ends here?!" the serpent roared, i