The New Threat

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Ethan, Aria, and Elara had settled into a rhythm of life as adventurers in the bustling kingdom of Arenthia. With their new E rank statuses, they were gaining respect and recognition. However, their peaceful routine was soon to be disrupted.

One evening, as they were enjoying a meal at a local tavern, a loud commotion erupted outside. Shouts and the clang of metal filled the air. Ethan, ever vigilant, stood up immediately.

"What do you think it is?" Aria asked, her hand already resting on her staff.

Ethan shook his head. "I don't know, but we should check it out."

They hurried outside to find a scene of chaos. Citizens were running in all directions, and a group of armored knights was attempting to maintain order. In the distance, Ethan could see dark shapes moving through the streets, attacking indiscriminately.

Ethan's eyes narrowed. "Demons."

Aria and Elara exchanged worried glances. "What should we do?" Elara asked.

"We fight," Ethan said firmly. "Let's go."

They joined the fray, quickly dispatching the lower-level demons. Ethan's swordsmanship, combined with Aria's magic and Elara's archery, made them a formidable team. Despite their efforts, the demons kept coming, their numbers seemingly endless.

Suddenly, a massive figure emerged from the shadows. It was a demon much larger and more powerful than the others, its eyes glowing with a sinister light. Ethan recognized it immediately—a Demon General.

"Ethan, that thing is huge!" Aria exclaimed, casting a protective barrier around them.

Ethan gritted his teeth. "We can take it down, but we'll need to work together."

The Demon General roared and charged at them, swinging a massive axe. Ethan dodged and countered with a powerful slash, but the demon barely flinched. Aria launched a series of fireballs, while Elara's arrows found their mark, but the Demon General shrugged off their attacks.

"We need to hit it harder!" Ethan shouted.

Aria nodded and began chanting a powerful spell. "Give me a moment to gather the energy."

Ethan and Elara kept the Demon General at bay, dodging its attacks and striking whenever they could. Finally, Aria finished her chant and unleashed a massive wave of fire. The spell engulfed the demon, and it roared in pain, but it wasn't enough to bring it down.

Ethan knew they needed something more. Drawing on his hidden buff, he felt a surge of power coursing through him. With a roar, he charged at the Demon General, his sword glowing with an ethereal light. He slashed at the demon with all his might, the force of the blow sending shockwaves through the air.

The Demon General staggered, its armor cracking under the pressure. With one final, mighty swing, Ethan decapitated the demon, its body collapsing in a heap. The remaining demons, seeing their leader fall, fled in terror.

As the dust settled, the townspeople began to emerge from their hiding places, cheering for their saviors. The knights approached Ethan, Aria, and Elara, gratitude evident in their eyes.

"Thank you," one of the knights said. "You saved us all."

Ethan nodded, still catching his breath. "Just doing our duty."

The next morning, Ethan, Aria, and Elara were summoned to the palace. King Alistair himself wanted to thank them for their bravery. They were escorted to the grand hall, where the king sat on his throne, surrounded by his advisors.

"Welcome, brave adventurers," King Alistair said, his voice echoing through the hall. "You have done a great service for our kingdom. For that, you have our deepest gratitude."

Ethan bowed. "Thank you, Your Majesty. We were just doing what needed to be done."

The king smiled. "Modest as well as brave. Tell me, what are your plans now?"

"We will continue our work as adventurers," Ethan replied. "There is still much to do."

"Indeed," the king said. "But know that you will always have a place here in Arenthia. Should you need anything, do not hesitate to ask."

As they left the palace, Ethan couldn't shake the feeling that the attack was just the beginning. He knew they had to stay vigilant. The world was changing, and they needed to be ready for whatever came next.

Current Status of Ethan Cole:

Name: Ethan ColeLevel: 75Strength: 120Agility: 120Intelligence: 120Skills:Hidden Buff: 9999x ExpTame (Any Mammals, Beastmen, Elves, and Demihumans)Farming SkillsBuilding SkillsAdvanced Engineering SkillsCrafting SkillsAppraisal SkillArchery SkillsMagic Skills (All Elements User)Titles:The SaviorOgre Slayer

Current Status of Aria:

Name: AriaLevel: 65Strength: 100Agility: 115Intelligence: 130Skills:Healing MagicFire MagicWater MagicWind MagicEarth MagicAppraisal Skill

Current Status of Elara:

Name: ElaraLevel: 65Strength: 95Agility: 120Intelligence: 125Skills:Archery SkillsStealthNature MagicAppraisal Skill

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