The Legend of the Ares: Rise of the Legend

Chapter 8: A Test of Strength

The battlefield was charged with tension as Team Villain faced off against the forces of Ares. Alisa stood at the forefront, ready to contribute, but before she could make her move, Jincheol placed a gentle hand on her shoulder.

"Alisa," he began calmly, "you don't have to do this."

Alisa met his eyes with fierce determination. "Sir, I can handle it. Let me contribute."

Jincheol raised an eyebrow, impressed by her unwavering resolve. "You truly are something else," he said with a small smile. "But if you're that determined, I'll give you a real challenge." He pointed toward the towering figure of Chang, the massive fighter twirling his iron ball menacingly.

"Chang won't be easy," Jincheol warned. "He's heavy, unpredictable, and that iron ball of his... it's no joke. You need to be ready to face an opponent who's bigger and stronger than you."

Alisa, sweating slightly under the pressure, nodded, her resolve unwavering. "I'll do it, sir."

Jincheol stepped back, signaling to Choi and Xandadu. "I'll handle them. Chang is yours."

With the stage set, the air around them grew thick with anticipation. The wind blew softly, and Alisa stood, still as a statue, facing her greatest challenge yet. Chang smirked as he swung the iron ball in wide arcs, the weight of it causing the ground to tremble slightly with every movement.

As the fight began, Alisa darted forward, aiming to close the gap between them quickly. Chang, with surprising agility for his size, swung the iron ball with incredible force. Alisa dodged just in time, narrowly avoiding the crushing blow.

But it wasn't long before the weight and power of Chang's strikes started taking a toll on her. She could feel the impact of each missed swing, the shockwaves from the iron ball shaking her to her core.

With a swift move, Chang brought the iron ball crashing down, catching Alisa off guard. The impact sent her flying across the battlefield. She hit the ground hard, gasping for air as her body skidded to a halt. Sweat poured down her face as she struggled to get back on her feet, her arms trembling from the force of the blow.

Chang laughed heartily, twirling the iron ball effortlessly. "Is this all the great Ares has to offer? You're no match for me, girl!"

Alisa gritted her teeth, her hands clenching into fists. Her body screamed in pain, but her mind urged her to stand. She wiped the sweat from her brow, determination flaring in her eyes. But before she could fully recover, Chang charged forward again, his iron ball swinging wildly.

Another devastating blow connected, sending Alisa crashing to the ground once more. This time, she couldn't get up. Her body lay limp, her face down against the dirt, her strength completely drained from the brutal assault.

From the sidelines, Jin screamed in panic, rushing toward her. "Ma'am! Noooo!" he cried out, tears welling in his eyes as he approached her. Alisa, barely able to move, opened her eyes just a crack, her vision blurry and her breathing labored. She could hear Chang's mocking laughter in the background, taunting her defeat.

"You should have stayed down the first time," Chang sneered, standing over her triumphantly. "You're nothing compared to me."

The chapter ends with Alisa lying on the ground, battered and broken, while Jin kneels beside her, desperately calling her name. Chang continues to mock her, his laughter echoing through the battlefield as the tension rises.

End of Chapter 8.