To the west of the Black Iron Forest was Cliff Rock Mountain.
Its slopes weren't particularly steep, but its appearance was rather peculiar.
The higher one climbed, the more granite formations appeared. Many were directly exposed, with no soil or vegetation covering them.
At the very summit was a barren Stone Forest.
After seeing this mountain, Ronin decided to make it Carlos's nest.
On this day, he arrived at the foot of Cliff Rock Mountain and, for the first time, called out to the Giant Dragon through their contract.
The spiritual connection was wondrous. Though man and Dragon were separated by an unknown distance, Ronin could feel Carlos approaching at an incredible speed with his call.
Before long, a black dot appeared on the horizon. It expanded rapidly, and within a few breaths, the colossal figure arrived in the sky nearby.
Before he even landed, the Cloud Stepper sensed his aura and neighed uneasily.
