What had initially appeared to be a dense swarm of beasts now seemed far less daunting.

Adrian smiled slightly, satisfied. This was the result he had hoped for.

At that moment, the Soul Devouring Sword glowed even more intensely.

Adrian smiled faintly again. The sword was growing stronger, and that worked in his favor.

He let out a cold chuckle. "Now, let's see what can stop me."

As his words fell, a powerful, terrifying roar reverberated in the distance.

A violent sound, full of rage, tor