Chapter 11: Fire and Ice The sounds of conflict shattered the tranquil nature of the forest. Bartas and Maya’s groups had managed to push Jerudya and Kiros further away from Zaros and the others. The skirmishes intensified as the powerful ghosts of Julius’ past battled their opposing heroes. “Damn human, you fight like a Droragorian,” Jerudya complimented, locking weapons with Bartas. “I’m no ordinary human, hot head. I have something worth fighting for,” Bartas replied. He threw a heavy kick that pushed Jerudya away. Lucas seized his opportunity to attack while Jerudya stumbled. The fiery opponent regained his footing and parried Lucas’ strike with an over the shoulder block behind his back. “Not bad, boy. But not fast enough,” Jerudya taunted and delivered a crimpling knee to Lucas’

