The Primordial Tamer

Chapter 85 Fighting Core Student (10)

?As the two young warriors prepared for battle, Aiden addressed Orion with a confident smile. "Orion, I can see the admiration and respect in your eyes as you observe my Jade Serpent. Allow me to share with you the story of how we became companions."

Aiden began to recount the tale, his voice taking on a reverent tone as he spoke of the day he encountered the Jade Serpent. "It was a day unlike any other as I ventured deep into the heart of the ancient forest. There, amidst the towering trees and verdant foliage, I stumbled upon a hidden grove, a sanctuary untouched by the passage of time. And it was there that I first met the Jade Serpent."

The audience listened, rapt with attention, as Aiden painted a vivid picture of the sacred grove, the air alive with the energy of the natural world. "The Jade Serpent was resting peacefully among the trees, its body bathed in dappled sunlight. As I approached, our eyes met, and at that moment, I could feel the connection between us – a bond that transcended words and reached deep into our very souls."

He paused, his voice tinged with awe and wondered as he continued. "From that day on, the Jade Serpent and I have been inseparable. Together, we have honed our skills, learned from each other, and forged an unbreakable bond. The power of our connection has allowed us to grow stronger and wiser, and I am honored to call the Jade Serpent my companion and friend."

Aiden's story resonated with the audience, and they could feel the depth of emotion and the strength of the bond between the young warrior and his Legendary Beast. The Jade Serpent's presence had a profound impact on everyone present, as they bore witness to a rare and beautiful connection between man and beast.

As Aiden finished his tale, he turned to Orion, his eyes alight with excitement and anticipation. "Now, Orion, I invite you to test your strength against my Jade Serpent. Let us continue our battle and learn from one another as we push ourselves to new heights and forge our own legends."

With those words, the stage was set for an epic confrontation – a battle that would test the limits of skill, power, and the bonds that connected warriors to their spirit beasts.

As the Jade Serpent prepared to face Orion and Stella, the audience held its breath, awaiting the clash of titans that would unfold before them.

As the tension in the air thickened, the audience held its breath, eager to witness the epic clash between the Jade Serpent and the Primordial Garuda. The atmosphere was electrifying, the anticipation palpable. Aiden, with a confident smile on his face, locked eyes with Orion, who stood ready for the showdown.

"Don't underestimate the power of the Jade Serpent, Orion!" Aiden taunted, his voice full of conviction. "Nature itself is on our side."

Orion smirked, unfazed by Aiden's confidence. "You're going to need more than nature to defeat the might of the Primordial Garuda, my friend. Prepare to be scorched!"

The battle began with the Primordial Garuda taking to the sky, its massive wings casting a shadow over the battlefield as it circled its opponent. The Jade Serpent, unfazed by the display, remained grounded, its sinuous body coiled and ready to strike at a moment's notice.

The first move came from the Primordial Garuda, as it unleashed a torrent of searing flames that surged towards the Jade Serpent. With an almost casual grace, the Jade Serpent manipulated the surrounding vegetation, causing a wall of thick vines and roots to emerge from the ground, shielding it from the inferno.

Aiden shouted, "See, Orion? Nature's resilience will triumph over your flames!"

Orion scoffed, "You think that's enough to stop us? Just wait!"

With the Jade Serpent's defense established, it began to counterattack. Its body began to undulate with increasing speed as it launched itself into the air, spiraling gracefully around the columns of fire still burning from the Primordial Garuda's assault.

It summoned a barrage of roots and vines, imbued with Mystical and Wood energy, which shot through the air like arrows, aiming for the Garuda.

The Primordial Garuda, a formidable opponent, deftly evaded the onslaught of vines and roots, its wings fanning the flames of its own creation, directing them toward the Jade Serpent once more. As the fire intensified, the Jade Serpent drew upon its Nature's Embrace ability, merging with the surrounding vegetation to avoid the infernal storm.

"Your serpent is crafty, Aiden, but it can't hide forever," Orion warned as he observed the Jade Serpent's tactic.

Aiden retorted, "It's not hiding, Orion. It's just waiting for the perfect moment to strike!"

The Jade Serpent, now hidden within the foliage, launched a surprise attack on the Primordial Garuda. Using Wood Spirit Dance, it moved with incredible agility, its body twisting and turning through the trees, avoiding the Garuda's fiery retaliation. The Jade Serpent struck with the force of the forest behind it, landing a solid hit on the Primordial Garuda's wing.

The Primordial Garuda, momentarily stunned by the impact, retaliated with a deafening Primordial Howl. The shockwave reverberated through the air, disorienting the Jade Serpent and temporarily disrupting its connection to the surrounding vegetation. Seizing the opportunity, the Garuda unleashed a storm of flames, enveloping the Jade Serpent in a blazing inferno.

Orion shouted triumphantly, "Feel the wrath of the Primordial Garuda, Aiden! Your serpent can't withstand this heat!"

Despite the intensity of the fire, the Jade Serpent's Mystical Body allowed it to endure the heat and damage, its regenerative capabilities swiftly healing its wounds. The Jade Serpent summoned its power once more, focusing its energy into a single, powerful strike that sent a massive tree trunk hurtling toward the Primordial Garuda.

Aiden yelled, "Don't count us out yet, Orion! The Jade Serpent is far more resilient than you think!"

The Garuda, displaying its enhanced physical strength and speed, dodged the incoming attack, countering with a devastating barrage of fiery talons. The Jade Serpent, demonstrating its heightened awareness, gracefully evaded each strike, retaliating with a volley of vines and roots that wrapped around the Primordial Garuda's legs, momentarily restraining it.

Aiden called out, "Now, Jade Serpent! Use the strength of the forest to bring down the Garuda!"

Orion, gritting his teeth, countered, "Not so fast, Aiden! The Primordial Garuda won't be held down that easily!"