Confrontation with the Lava Yaki

Seeing the monster, my eyes widen in shock. Before me stands a Goblin, but not just any Goblin—a Goblin Master Rank 1. We share the same level, a revelation that sends a jolt of surprise through me.

"Goblin Master Rank 1? Same level as me, eh?" I mutter, unable to believe my eyes. In the next moment, I grab the hilt of my sword and draw it, preparing for what comes next.

"Kekekek~ Kekekek~ Foodoo~ Foodoo~" The Goblin begins uttering gibberish as it approaches me, a disturbing chant that sends shivers down my spine.

Enveloping my entire body with aura, I charge forward, slashing my sword at the Goblin. However, the creature reacts with surprising agility, ducking to the side and evading my attack.

It retaliates by clumsily swinging its rusted sword at me, and I swiftly parry its attack. The strength behind its blows nearly matches my own, and our speed is almost identical, a testament to the Goblin's surprising prowess.

But despite its skills, a monster will always be a monster. "Fireb