Kyle knelt beside the Frozen Armoured Bear he had just slain, his fingers brushing over its icy hide.
Before he could examine it further, a powerful aura pulsed through the air, not far from where he stood.
His eyes narrowed.
Something strong was nearby.
He turned to Melissa.
"Stay here. Take care of the hides."
Melissa, still recovering, straightened up at his words.
"I'll protect them with my life,"
She declared, gripping her sword tightly.
Kyle didn't respond, just gave a small nod before heading toward the source of the powerful presence.
He moved swiftly through the trees, letting his instincts guide him.
The air grew colder as he entered a small clearing.
There, standing like a ruler of the frozen lands, was a massive Frozen Armoured Bear—far larger than any he had encountered before.
Unlike the others, its coat had a deep red hue, its thick fur bristling with power.
