Third Person's POV
Instead, it seemed to have only grown worse for the other four.
This time, the remaining four were truly shaken.
A deep sense of fear and disbelief filled their hearts as they watched their strongest protector, the very person they had relied upon without question, being defeated and sealed so easily by the monstrous serpent before them.
The sheer difference in strength made their earlier confidence seem almost laughable.
The oppressive aura of the beast pressed down upon them once more as it advanced slowly, its massive body slithering forward with deliberate intent, its cold eyes locked onto them as if they were nothing more than helpless prey.
For the first time since entering this cavern, even Princess Arlene felt a true sense of danger closing in.
Her expression remained composed, but her fingers had already begun to move subtly, preparing to use her final resort, something she had not intended to reveal unless absolutely necessary.
