Leon's breath came slow and measured. His body ached from the last two battles, but his mind was sharper than ever.
This was it.
The final battle.
The Beast Sovereign stood before him—a majestic yet terrifying figure. Unlike the previous challengers, he wore no armor, wielded no weapons.
He didn't need them.
His very presence radiated dominance.
Thick golden fur covered his muscular frame, his long tail flicking lazily behind him. His piercing amber eyes locked onto Leon.
This was not a battle against a warrior.
This was a battle against a King.
Ding!
⟪ Final opponent selected: The Beast Sovereign. ⟫
⟪ Victory will unlock the final aspect of your Tamer path. ⟫
The air grew heavy.
Leon knew this fight wouldn't be about pure strength.
This was a test of something far greater.
The Sovereign spoke, his voice deep and commanding.
"You who walk the path of the beast. Are you worthy?"
Leon didn't hesitate.
"I'll prove it."
The Beast Sovereign nodded.
And then—he moved.
Faster than lightning.
Leon barely had time to react before a golden blur crashed into him.
BOOM!
His body soared through the air, slamming into the ground with a force that cracked the stone.
Pain flared across his chest.
What… was that speed?!
Leon pushed himself up, just in time to see the Beast Sovereign watching him calmly.
He's testing me.
Leon wiped the blood from his lips and steadied himself.
Then—he vanished.
Ding!
⟪ Beast Synchronization: 80% ⟫
Leon's form blurred as he matched the Sovereign's speed.
CRACK!
Their fists collided, sending a shockwave through the arena.
Leon gritted his teeth. The power behind that punch was monstrous!
But he didn't falter.
He adapted.
With a sharp twist, he redirected the force, his foot snapping out in a counterattack.
The Beast Sovereign dodged—but barely.
His golden eyes glowed with approval.
Leon's heart pounded.
This wasn't just a fight.
This was a battle of wills.
A battle of dominance.
The Beast Sovereign lunged again.
Leon met him head-on.
They clashed again and again, each exchange faster, more brutal.
Leon's movements became sharper, his instincts more refined. He could feel it—his connection with his beasts deepening.
Then—the moment arrived.
The Beast Sovereign paused, his gaze locking onto Leon.
Leon felt something shift in the air.
A test.
A final challenge.
The Sovereign's golden aura flared, a presence so vast and overwhelming it threatened to crush Leon where he stood.
A pressure that demanded one thing—
Submit.
Leon's body trembled under the sheer force of it.
But he didn't bow.
Instead—he roared.
His own aura erupted outward, clashing against the Beast Sovereign's.
A surge of power flooded his body.
Leon took a step forward.
Then another.
And then—
The Beast Sovereign's aura faded.
His gaze held a newfound respect.
He smiled.
Ding!
⟪ You have conquered the Beast Sovereign's trial! ⟫
⟪ You have gained: The King's Authority ⟫
⟪ Your connection with your beasts has evolved. ⟫
Leon exhaled, his heart still racing.
He had won.
Not just the battle—but his place among the Kings of Beasts.
And with that—his journey took its next step.
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