Leveling Up With My Dragon System

Chapter 66 Team 10

With Hakon momentarily off-balance, Kai saw his chance. He launched himself through the mist, his body a blur of fiery red and gold. He slammed into the water node bearer with the force of a meteor, knocking him to the ground. Hakon's eyes went wide with shock and fear as he realized the dragon node bearer was stronger than he had anticipated.

"This isn't over," Hakon gasped, pushing Kai off and scrambling to his feet. His clothes were singed and his skin was red from the burns, but he was not yet defeated.

Frode took the opportunity to conjure a series of illusions around Hakon, making it look like the walls of the room were closing in. The water node bearer's eyes darted around in panic, giving Kai the time to gather his strength.

"Fall back!" Kai bellowed, his voice resonating with power. Frode and Ingrid retreated, their eyes never leaving their opponent. The water around them began to swirl, forming into a tornado.

Hakon's grin grew wider as he watched his water tornado grow, his confidence soaring. "You think you can beat me with brute force?" He taunted, his voice echoing in the enclosed space. "Let's see what you've truly got, dragon boy!"

Kai's eyes narrowed, his hands forming into fists at his side. He could feel the power of the dragon node surging within him, demanding to be released. He knew he had to be smart, not just strong. He took a step back, allowing the tornado to come closer. The heat from the surrounding fire was almost unbearable, but he remained focused.

As the tornado reached its peak, Kai leaped into the air. The dragon within him roared to life, and as he reached the apex of his jump, he unleashed a torrent of fire upon the twister. The flames wrapped around the water, causing the tornado to implode with a deafening roar. The pressure was intense, and Kai felt his body pushed to its limits as he fought to keep his form in the chaos.

The water and fire mixed, creating a burst of steam that blinded everyone for a moment. Frode and Ingrid shielded their eyes, waiting for the mist to clear. When the steam finally dissipated, they saw Kai standing firmly on the ground, his body slightly hunched over but still standing.

Hakon, on the other hand, was on his knees, panting heavily. His clothes were in tatters and his skin was a mess of burns and bruises. His once smug expression was replaced with one of defeat. Frode and Ingrid rushed to Kai's side, checking for injuries.

"You okay?" Frode asked, his voice filled with concern.

Kai nodded, his eyes never leaving Hakon. "Yeah," he managed, his voice strained. "Let's end this." Your journey continues with empire

Ingrid stepped forward, her sonic waves pulsing in the palms of her hands. Frode conjured a series of illusions to disorient Hakon further. The enemy node bearer struggled to stand, his body visibly weakened by the battle.

"Your tricks won't save you," Hakon spat, summoning the last of his strength to form a thick shield of water around himself. Kai took a deep breath, feeling the heat from his dragon node surging through his veins. He focused his power into his fist, charging it with an intense fiery energy.

With a roar that echoed through the chamber, Kai launched a punch at the water shield, his flaming fist punching through the barrier with ease. The water sizzled and evaporated on contact, revealing the stunned Hakon beneath. Frode and Ingrid saw their chance and struck simultaneously. Frode's illusion dagger sliced through the air, while Ingrid's sonic waves crashed against the weakened node bearer.

The combined attack sent Hakon flying backward, his shield shattering into a spray of droplets. He hit the wall hard, his eyes glazed over, and he slumped to the ground, unconscious. Team 12 had triumphed.

The room grew silent, the only sounds being the crackling of the dwindling flames and the faint hiss of water. Frode and Ingrid looked at Kai in awe, their expressions a mix of admiration and concern. "You are something else," Frode murmured.

Kai managed a weak smile, his breaths coming out in ragged gasps. He could feel the power of the dragon node pulsating through his body, demanding more. But he knew he had to control it. With a grunt, he turned to his friends. "Let's find the device," he said, his voice a harsh whisper.

They searched the room, the tension still thick in the air. Frode's eyes scanned the surroundings, looking for any signs of the device. His illusions had served them well in battle, but now he needed to focus on their original objective.

"It's here!" Ingrid exclaimed, pointing to a glowing panel on the floor. The device lay in the center, a small, metallic cube pulsating with energy. Frode cautiously approached, extending his hand. The moment his skin made contact with the cube, it sprang to life, emitting a soft hum.

"This is it," Frode said with a nod. "Let's get out of here before anyone else shows up." They quickly made their way out of the base, Hakon's unconscious form left behind as a testament to their victory.

Once outside, the three of them paused to catch their breaths and assess their injuries. The battle had been intense, but their bond had only grown stronger. The streets of the city were eerily quiet, the only sounds being the distant alarms and the occasional echo of fighting from other parts of the city.

"We have to regroup with the others," Ingrid reminded them, her voice still shaking from the adrenaline. Frode nodded in agreement, and they set off, the glow of the device casting an eerie light on their determined faces.

They emerged from Team 11's base into the dimly lit streets, the city's energy a stark contrast to the quiet academy they had known. The gravity of their mission weighed heavily on their shoulders as they sprinted back through the city. The device's power was palpable in Frode's hand, a constant reminder of the stakes.

As they approached the rendezvous point, they heard the distant clash of nodes and the cries of recruits locked in battle. The city's defense was in full swing, and the intensity of the fight was escalating. They rounded a corner and saw their teammates, Annika and Erik, surrounded by a group of enemy recruits from Team 10.

"Erik! Annika!" Kai shouted, his dragon node flaring up as he rushed to join the fray. Frode and Ingrid were close behind, their nodes activating in response to the danger.

Erik and Annika looked relieved to see them. "We've got them pinned down, but we could use some help," Annika called out, her water node whipping around her in a protective tornado.

The five of them formed a tight formation, facing the oncoming Team 10. Kai's dragon node blazed with an intensity that had grown with each victory, and he knew that together, they could handle anything.

Erik threw a volley of lightning bolts at their attackers, lighting up the night as they collided with the enemy's defenses. Frode's illusions danced around them, creating a confusing barrier that disrupted the enemy's coordination. Ingrid's sonic waves crashed into the enemy's ears, making it impossible for them to hear their thoughts, let alone communicate effectively.

Annika, using her water node, created a wall of ice to shield them as they approached the enemy. The wall grew thicker with each pulse of her power, and the air grew colder. Team 10's recruits, unused to the harsh conditions, stumbled in their attacks, giving Team 12 the opening they needed.

Kai roared, charging forward with the speed and ferocity of a dragon. His fire engulfed the first recruit, sending them reeling back into their comrades. Frode's illusions grew more complex, conjuring images of monstrous creatures that sent Team 10 scattering in fear and confusion.

The battle was intense, each team member playing to their strengths. The enemy recruits, caught off guard by Team 12's united front and sheer power, struggled to mount an effective counterattack.

Amidst the chaos, Kai noticed a figure at the back of Team 10, a recruit with a glowing green node—the leader, he assumed. His eyes narrowed, and he made a split-second decision. "Frode, keep them busy," he shouted over the din of combat. "Ingrid, protect Erik and Annika. I'm going for their leader!"

Frode nodded, his illusions becoming more menacing. Ingrid's sonic waves intensified, creating a bubble of protection around their comrades. Kai sprinted forward, his dragon node burning brighter with every step, as the enemy recruits scrambled to regroup. The green-node recruit saw him coming and took a defensive stance.

"You think you're something special with that dragon?" the green-node recruit sneered.

Kai's only response was to charge, his dragon flame blazing. The green-node leader, a tall, lean figure named Bard, raised his hand, and a thick vine shot out of the ground, wrapping around Kai's legs and pulling him down. Kai roared in fury and pain, but his dragon instincts took over. He shot a blast of fire at the vine, which recoiled and released him.

Bard retreated a few steps, his face twisted in surprise. "You're stronger than I thought," he said, his voice echoing in the now-silent street.