Greed

[Ivan’s POV]

A loud roar escaped the creature before its body lifted and began to convulse. Jumping out of the way, I managed to avoid being hit as it attempted to attack me out of instinct. Once again, it lifted and dove towards me as I rolled out of the way.

The space around me rumbled from the force of the creature's attack, but instead of getting up like the previous time, it didn’t move.

"Overdramatic bastard." I grumbled, slowly getting to my feet. "Should have just stayed down the first time."

Taking a few steps forward, I used my foot to nudge the beast. When it didn’t flinch or move, I knew that our battle was over.

Loud clapping filled the face before fire erupted around the creature, completely dessimating it right before my eyes.

"Congratulations. You’ve managed to pass another trial. "

"Are you enjoying the show?" I demanded, turning to find the celestial being’s light shining brightly behind me. "You could at least give me some warning beforehand."

"Why should I?" It ask