Love Makes You Weak

Everything burned when Gerald arrived. The forest, usually filled with dense trees and fruit-bearing trees where creatures lived, had turned into pillars of fire reaching the sky.

He had to be careful not to be burned by the branches. Gerald created a water barrier that helped him walk through the intense heat of the flames. With each step he took, there was only fire and more fire.

Gerald's eyes swept around the forest. Some parts had already started to die down, leaving only ashes. His eyes caught sight of the remnants of some living creatures.

Gerald sighed. He was too late.

As far as Gerald could remember, there was a village here. He quickened his pace, hoping the village was still intact.

A growl from the sky made him look up. Gerald almost stumbled when he saw a fire-breathing dragon flying above him. The dragon spewed fire from its mouth, engulfing everything below.

The fire grew larger, and Gerald had to strengthen his barrier. But he was more concerned about that dragon.

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