The Shadow Nexus Online

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Chapter 14: Victory and the Dragon's Legacy

The battle raged on, the chamber echoing with the sounds of magic and steel.

"Now, Iris!" Rio shouted, his voice cutting through the chaos.

With a final burst of speed, Iris leapt onto the dragon's back, her jaws glowing with magical energy. She sank her fangs deep into the creature's neck, channeling all her remaining power.

The dragon let out a deafening roar, its body convulsing violently as the light in its crimson eyes dimmed.

And then… silence.

The mighty Abyssal Drake collapsed with a resounding thud, its lifeless form sending tremors through the ground.

System Notification:

→ [Dragon Defeated!]

→ [Rewards Distributed!]

Rio dropped to one knee, his chest heaving. "We… we did it…"

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As the dust settled, Rio approached the dragon's remains, his eyes drawn to the shimmering scales that pulsed with latent energy.

System Notification:

→ [Item Acquired: Abyssal Dragon Scales]

Rio's lips curled into a tired grin. "These will make some powerful armor…"

Nearby, Retina's gaze landed on a glowing core near the dragon's chest. She took a step back as Iris, drawn by an unseen force, approached it.

The moment her paw touched the core, a radiant light enveloped her, and her body began to shift and change.

When the light faded, Iris stood before them—not as a shadow wolf, but as a human girl. Her piercing red eyes and long, jet-black hair gave her an ethereal beauty.

"Iris…?" Rio's voice was barely above a whisper, his eyes wide with disbelief.

Iris gave him a shy smile. "It feels… different…" she murmured softly. "But I'm still me."

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As the power of the dragon seeped into the chamber, Retina's body responded to the residual magic. A glowing sigil formed around her, and an ancient knowledge filled her mind.

System Notification:

→ [New Skill Acquired: Dragon Summon – Abyssal Drake]

A smirk tugged at Retina's lips. "Looks like I can summon that dragon anytime now."

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"This changes everything…" Rio's voice was filled with awe and excitement.

"But with power comes greater challenges," Retina warned, her gaze sharp. "We need to be ready."

Iris, now standing beside them in her human form, nodded, determination shining in her eyes. "Let's see what this world has in store for us next."

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A Glimpse of Future Dangers…

Far from the dungeon, in a distant land shrouded in darkness, ominous figures gathered in a hidden chamber. They stood in silence, their expressions grim as they sensed the dragon's defeat.

"The power has shifted…" a low voice echoed. "We must act before they become unstoppable."

The real journey was only beginning.

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To Be Continued…