Chapter 17: An Unyielding Heart

His heart was unwilling, yet he had no means of escape. Connor watched as the three-tailed scorpion dragon beast charged at him. Staring into its savage eyes and sharp claws, he felt hopeless. Reflecting on his predicament, Connor's heart ignited with renewed fervor. Even if he were to die, he would leave behind a fleeting moment of dazzling brilliance. He refused to surrender without a fight. A decade of suppressed resentment erupted from the depths of his heart. Connor roared, recklessly swinging...